With 25+ years of experience in global business, brand development and management, consumer goods sales, commercialization, marketing, product development, insights, operations and international sourcing, specializing in emerging brands. I have a proven history of reinvigorating categories to produce incremental market share and drive profitable results for companies looking to expand distribution into the North America market.
In addition, I have led strategic initiatives for seven (7) multinational clients to successfully expand their corporate operations into North America with exemplary metrics in ROI, cash flow, FTE ratio to income, service, technology, resource management, and cultural integration into the North American business model. I have directed the creation of well-received CPG brands for three (3) clients entering into North America retail.
Throughout my career, I have traveled the globe, bringing entrepreneurs, manufacturers, retailers, and key decision makers together for the development and implementation of successful product programs in Canada, the U.S., Europe, Asia, and India. I was instrumental in diversifying sourcing solutions for Walmart’s global procurement team and top Indian manufacturers, bringing together key stakeholders, government and economic executives from Asia, India, and North America in support of the “Make in India” initiatives.
I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and delivering exceptional strategic consulting programs customized for clients, ensuring optimization and efficiencies for execution for all cross-functional team members. I'm frequently called upon to contribute at industry conferences and events and am an advisor to stakeholder engagement groups.More...