With an extensive background in organic and natural foods, I am driven to make a difference in everything I do. I feel incredibly proud about the footprint I have left with employers and clients. Over the course of my career, I have been sought out to lead efforts ranging from creating opportunity and demand to expansion, turnarounds, M&A integrations, start-ups, and so much more. In addition, I have broken through highly competitive markets/channels to build brands in various food categories and turn them into #1 top sellers. During my career, I received invaluable mentoring from legendary industry pioneers, inspiring and teaching me the importance of building connections, leading diverse functions successfully, and being a leader who values, mentors, and develops their team and others to unleash their potential. A FEW OF MY DIFFERENTIATING SKILLS & QUALITIES INCLUDE:► Broad and deep industry and cross-functional business expertise to make strategic decisions that yield high returns.► Quickly being able to pinpoint what is holding a start-up or existing company back, what existing strengths we can capitalize on, and what opportunities we can create and pursue, so the company can reach for the stars and achieve new heights. ► Extensive contact network of senior leaders, cross-functional unit heads, and board members, in addition to broker networks, conventional grocery and natural channels, and clients.ADDITIONAL:► Strive daily to demonstrate honesty, authenticity, accountability, and respect► Love traveling, bike rides, and taking my dog for long walks Open to board, adviser and consulting opportunities. Contact me: vhartman001@comcast.net.