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Resume/CV

Experience and Impact

Jan 2015 - May 2025

VP Business Development

Neve LLC

Jacksonville, FL 

Health and wellness venture focused on B2B2C eCommerce, global product distribution, and international growth

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  • Conducted in-depth competitive and consumer market research to identify growth opportunities and improve positioning; developed over 20 new product lines tailored to global market demand, specifically alternative health & wellness topical applications.

  • Managed cross-functional coordination of sourcing, packaging, inventory, and regulatory compliance to ensure seamless product delivery for domestic and international markets. 

  • Oversaw all aspects of eCommerce strategy, launch and operations, including Amazon (Seller Central/3PL), Walmart.com (3PL), Shopify, Google Ads, Facebook Ads and branded digital storefronts​

  • Drove product launch planning and execution, aligning marketing, operations, and sales to support revenue targets and global reach.

  • Implemented dynamic sales strategies informed by competitor benchmarking and global market trends.

  • Served as primary negotiator for international distributor agreements and client contracts, customizing terms to meet diverse regional requirements.

  • Worked closely with regulatory consultants to ensure full compliance with domestic and export requirements and labeling standards

 

Key Achievements

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  • Launched the company from inception to multi-million dollar revenue with sustained profitability.

  • Led pricing analysis, cost control initiatives, and supply chain optimization efforts, resulting in a 30% improvement in the bottom line.

  • Successfully introduced and grew a 7-figure eCommerce sales channel with high-margin returns.

  • Achieved consistent year-over-year growth through product innovation and territory expansion, including driving 25% YoY sales and profit growth in the product line.

Mar 2006 - Dec 2014

VP Business Development

Honeylife International LLC

Jacksonville, FL

Multinational startup focused on global B2B sales of consumer wellness products across regulated and emerging markets

 

  • Founded and operated the EU division, managing regulatory compliance, invoicing, and VAT registration while driving sales across multiple European countries.

  • Identified and penetrated international markets including Europe, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East by forming new partnerships with distributors and retailers, such as launching the Snuggie campaign in Australia and New Zealand, introducing multiple specialized dietary supplements across EU and APAC and bringing a version of Skechers fitness product to Italy and Germany.

  • Negotiated cross-border contracts and pricing terms that accommodated varying regulatory, logistical, and economic conditions.

  • Managed staff of six, on distributed teams, across the U.S. and Europe, establishing consistent communication protocols and sales processes across time zones.

  • Controlled end-to-end supply chain operations to maintain product quality, reduce shipping delays, and manage fulfillment timelines for international clients.

  • Cultivated executive-level relationships with global clients, navigating cultural nuances to secure and grow long-term partnerships.

  • Represented the company at major international trade shows and networking events to increase brand visibility and build market intelligence.

  • Created sales collateral and tailored presentations to match region-specific needs and distributor requirements.

  • Collaborated with finance team to manage sales forecasts and currency impact analysis for EU operations.

  • Partnered with product development to customize SKUs for export market requirements.

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Key Achievements

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  • Built a profitable EU operation generating over 7 figures in annual revenues.

  • Expanded company reach to over a dozen international markets through strategic outreach and market-specific initiatives.

Mar 2003 - Mar 2006

Director of Sales

Williams Worldwide TV

Santa Monica, CA

Global distributor of consumer products and media content through TV and retail channels

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  • Initiated and secured new partnerships in Italy, Australia, and New Zealand, significantly expanding company sales footprint; increased sales and profits for products such as Miracle Blade Knife Set, Ultimate Chopper, and AbSwing by selling directly to the distributor and maximizing partnerships. 

  • Delivered tailored presentations and negotiated complex distribution contracts to close high-impact deals with international partners.

  • Collaborated with internal product development teams to assess market viability and regional pricing strategies for all new offerings.

  • Identified and onboarded complementary product lines to enhance overall client offerings and boost revenue across accounts.

  • Managed client communications, expectations, and feedback to ensure long-term partnership success and reorders.

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Key Achievements

 

  • Brought in a new Italian distributor who rapidly became one of the company’s top revenue generators.

  • Successfully opened the AUS/NZ market, resulting in a major revenue channel for the business.

Professional Skillset

Strategic B2B & B2C Selling

Cold Calling & Market Expansion

International Sales/Distribution

MS Office (Word/Excel/PPT)

ZOOM

Product Lifecycle Management

Supply Chain Coordination

Teamwork & Collaboration

Google Suite

CRM - Salesforce

Languages

English (native)

Spanish (Intermediate)

Italian (Intermediate)

Hindi (Intermediate)

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.Sc.) - COMPUTER SCIENCE

Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - ITALIAN & INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

Univeristy of Wisconsin - Madison, Madison, WI

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