Making sense of and helping others navigate through the highly regulated alcohol industry for wine, beer, and spirit makers for nearly a decade.

A highly curated online and pop up record store + radio show focused on visionary music for sophisticated ears. The records sold are inspired by the artists/record labels I write about in my Turntable Report.

Celebrating visionary music for sophisticated ears in newsletter form bi-weekly.

Supported the following markets of CT, MA, ME, MI, MT, NH, NJ, NY, OH, WV as well as file for TTB COLAs and manage large data sets. By the very nature of this position I am a complex problem solver, a process building guru (for working smarter/better/faster), highly organized, an eye for detail, and meticulous follow through to see my projects through from start to finish.

We were an active indie guitar Rock band who is self managed. Responsibilities beyond writing, making, recording and performing live include: booking / marketing / branding / promotions (retail + radio) / social media managing, booking shows.Debut EP Via Florum released 10/1/13Records label : Little Black Cloud RecordsPR : Brixton Agency

I work at the record store just one day a month. I love being a part of a store, talking to customers, and sharing my passion / knowledge of music with others.

* Project managed the supply chain flow for new products from inception to mass market meeting all requested deadlines* Co-managed social network pages (marketing / branding strategy/ new release campaigns) - growing customer awareness on Facebook 180%* Delivered digital content in a timely manner to a diverse group of clients including Amazon, Guitar Center, and Sam Ash plus competently maintained data for the Lanikai, Kohala, Hohner, and H Jimenez websites and webstores.   * Product planned and inventory managed 2,000 unique items that consistently generated 13 million dollars in annual revenue during a multi-year recession * Regularly supplied accurate forecasting, purchasing, and budget projections associated with musical instrument / musical toy lines (Lanikai, Kohala, A+ by Hohner, H Jimenez, Green Tones, Hohner Kids, and Orff) using Microsoft Office Suite and Excel based data extraction software * Produced and analyzed replenishment reports for multiple warehouses using self created templates to maintain appropriate stock levels and increase product turns. * Coordinated with purchasing / logistics manager for incoming shipments to minimize lead times, optimized cost efficiency, accurately filled container to size, and advised best shipping option.* Dedicated sole customer service agent for all fretted products. Highly satisfied customers’ feedback for my services is used as brand building tool on http://lanikaiukuleles.com/ * International trade agent liaison (Germany / China / Indonesia) further established strong business relations with our production partners* Successfully reconciled off-site warehouse inventories monthly* Maintained catalog, pricing, and account database in Take Stock (ERP system) to ensure information was up to date and correct.

I created and hosted a weekly two hour music show called Cause & Effect where one artist or band is selected. I would then would trace their musical roots including their influences, their peers, and those whose music is inspired by them. The show has become a beloved station staple and is carried on by new DJs each year.http://www.facebook.com/wrircauseandeffect?ref=tsI continue to DJ (vinyl only) for special events.

* Curated internationally respected talent roster / maintained brand consistency * Tracked artist development / helped grow each unique fan base by at least 40% * Managed and executed all social media campaigns for a diverse group of talent on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr, Blogger, SoundCloud, Virb, Big Cartel, and Bandcamp* Established national radio, press and retail relations for marketing purposes * Developed all domestic and international sales and marketing strategies / tactics * Wrote all press releases, bios, and sell sheets spanning multiple music styles* Event planned well attended new release parties and concerts * Office managed: including ordering supplies and basic accounting

* Founded and grew an independent music distributor to 1 million dollars in annual sales during worldwide music industry decline.* Created and maintained an account base of 350 stores and distributors worldwide, 55% of all company sales* Hired and mentored a sales staff who sold to an international account base, surpassing annual sales goals * Created and produced effective retail sales campaigns and promotions based on each labels unique needs and budget. Optimized 28 record labels marketing needs based on seasonality, demographics and shifting trends.

* Sold and marketed to diverse account base including Circuit City +17 regional record stores, Best Buy Mid-Atlantic, and the military* Brought Fontana to the top indie music distributor position (net sales) at Circuit City in less than a year. Awarded Best Music Vendor 2007 + 2008 by Circuit City * Micro-marketed and led lucrative sales campaigns for both established and developing artists to the mid Atlantic region for highly respected record labels (Vagrant, Rendezvous, VP, Hopeless, Ipecac, Concord Music Group)

*  Designed sales campaigns tailored to both established and developing artists (all genres) within the Mid-Atlantic region for highly respected labels like : Astralwerks, Caroline, Sub Pop, Matador, Domino, Warp, Vice, Century Media, Relapse, Nuclear Blast, Fat Wreck, Dischord, Ultra, Definitive Jux, Stones Throw, Epitaph* Awarded multiple gold records for sales of over 500,000 units. Other awards included: Consistent Excellence 2004 / Outstanding Sales Person 2002 – 2003 / Most improved account base 2001 – 2002 / For 5 years + 10 years of Outstanding Service 2001 / 2006* Highly flexible sales rep; adapting swiftly to the shift from physical product to digital sales.

I was the sole sales rep for this label to all US stores and purchased records from local labels to distribute as well.

Singer / Songwriter

Buyer / manager.