Central Garden & Pet
Headquarters: Walnut Creek, CA CEO: George C Roeth (Jun 1, 2016–) Founded: 1955 Subsidiaries: Central Pet Distribution,
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Central Garden & Pet Employees
Blue Shield of California February 2015 - Present
Pacific Gas and Electric Company December 2012 - August 2015
Pacific Gas and Electric Company May 2013 - January 2015
Pacific Gas and Electric Company December 2012 - May 2013
Central Garden & Pet October 2010 - December 2012
Target October 2008 - December 2010
Toys R Us October 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Merchandising, Consumer Products, Shopper Marketing, Retail, Key Account Development, Categorization, Pricing, Planograms, Forecasting, FMCG, Customer Marketing, Inventory Management, Sales Operations, Category Insights, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Networking, Software Documentation, Active Directory, Training, Security, Leadership, Outlook, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Windows 7, Visio, Project Management, Computer Hardware, Process Improvement, Windows, Social Networking, SharePoint, System Administration
Education
Heald College 2010 — 2012
Associates, Applied Science; Information Technology/Network Security
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 2014 - Present
Hach ETS Business Unit - A Division of Danaher Corp. (DHR - NYSE) November 2012 - October 2014
Chamberlain February 2007 - September 2012
ClosetMaid 2006 - 2007
Arch Chemicals, Inc 2003 - 2006
American Cancer Society 2000 - 2003
Techsonic Industries 1999 - 2000
BioLab 1979 - 1998
Skills
P&L Management, Strategic Planning, Brand Development, Retail, Marketing Management, Market Planning, Product Management, Marketing Communications, Cause Marketing, Product Lifecycle..., Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Strategic Thinking, Strategy, Sales Operations, Marketing, Key Account Management, Product Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Segmentation, Pricing, Leadership, Management, Forecasting, B2B
Education
MBA, Georgia State University. Atlanta, GA. 1993 — 1997
MBA, Marketing
Georgia State University 1978 — 1983
BBA, Marketing
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET March 2013 - Present
Doskocil Manufacturing - dba Petmate March 2011 - December 2013
All The Best Pet Care January 2010 - March 2011
Tnemec Company, Inc. January 2007 - January 2008
Skills
HTML, Sales, Marketing, Operation Efficiencies, English Composition, Journalism, Pets, Retail, Merchandising, Rhetorical Analysis, Microsoft Office, Product Knowledge, Time Management, Trade Shows, Market Planning
Education
Central Washington University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Washington State University 2007 — 2008
Business/Commerce, General
Bellevue Community College 2004 — 2006
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business/Commerce, General
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 2014 - Present
Pennington Seed inc. March 2012 - September 2014
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Inventory Management, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Marketing, Facebook, Training, Team Building, Management, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Leadership, Research, Retail, Sales, Merchandising, Leadership Development, Community Outreach, Employee Training, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Team Management, Advertising
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University - School of Business 2013 — 2015
Businesses administration, Business Administration and Management, General
John Tyler Community College 2010 — 2013
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Candeo Creative May 2014 - Present
Candeo Creative September 2013 - Present
Friar Tuck's May 2012 - Present
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh January 2011 - May 2014
JR's Sports Bar 2012 - 2012
Scrubs Bar and Grill December 2008 - 2012
Sheboygan County Volunteer Center January 2010 - July 2010
Lakeshore Technical College August 2008 - June 2010
Central Garden & Pet August 2006 - August 2008
UW-Sheboygan August 2005 - June 2006
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Strong verbal and..., Customer service, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Campaign Strategy..., Strategic Planning, Research, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, Marketing, Leadership, Management, Direct Sales, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Customer Service
Education
UW-Oshkosh 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism with an advertising emphasis
Lakeshore Technical College 2008 — 2010
Associate's degree, Marketing
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET December 2012 - Present
Corbis March 2006 - December 2012
GiftCertificates.com November 2004 - March 2006
Cyrk June 2003 - November 2004
Xantrex Technology May 1999 - May 2003
Intermec Technologies January 1998 - January 1999
AL Gordon and Associates January 1989 - January 1998
Skills
Account Reconciliation, Management, Leadership, Accounts Receivable, SAP, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Analysis, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Project Management, Business Process, Training, Shared Services, Information Systems, Sales, ERP
Education
Edmonds Community College
Wenatchee Valley College
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET June 2014 - Present
Pomeroy April 2007 - June 2014
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 2014 - 2014
Bayer 2007 - 2014
Skills
Active Directory, Windows XP, Technical Support, Hardware, Troubleshooting, Software Installation, Windows 7, Windows Server, Servers, Laptops, Computer Hardware, Help Desk Support, VMware, Citrix, Mobile Devices, Mobile Device Management, Print Servers, Lotus Notes
Education
California State University-Long Beach
Fanatics, Inc. August 2012 - June 2014
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2001 - June 2012
Pets International (Subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet) April 1999 - January 2001
Skills
Quality Assurance, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Analysis, Customer Service, Call Monitoring, Customer Retention, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Troubleshooting, Customer Support, Interdepartmental..., Problem Solving, Administrative..., SAP, Inventory Management
Education
DePaul University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Boise State University August 2013 - Present
Tates Rents May 2014 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET March 2014 - May 2014
Cascade Raft and Kayak May 2012 - August 2013
Long Family, Owners of Cascade Raft and Kayak December 2012 - May 2013
Lifecare Center of Valleyview May 2012 - December 2012
Lifecare Center of Valleyview February 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Student Affairs, Cpr Certified, Data Entry, Critical Thinking, Medical Terminology, Nursing, Process Scheduler, Microsoft Excel, Research, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Leadership, Team Building, Time Management, Data Analysis
Education
Boise State University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Health Science Studies/Minor in Psychology, GPA 3.6
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET July 2015 - Present
Tri Made Marketing September 2013 - May 2015
Underground Atlanta May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Research, Social Media, Public Speaking, Teamwork, HTML, C, Java, Windows, Facebook, Event Planning, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, InDesign, WordPress, Marketing, Press Releases, Management, Blogging, Sales, Newsletters
Education
Georgia Southern University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Releations
Georgia Southern University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Relations
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2013 - Present
Central Garden and Pet September 2007 - December 2012
Harris Home Furnishings March 2005 - September 2007
Skills
•Microsoft Word, •Microsoft Outlook, •Microsoft Excel, •Prelude, •Profit Systems, •SAP ECC 6.0- FC/CO
Education
Dekalb Technical College 2003 — 2006
Georgia Military College-Madison Campus 2001 — 2003
General Studies
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2014 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET July 2009 - 2013
AGCO Corporation 2007 - 2009
Central Garden and Pet 2000 - 2009
Skills
Pricing, Sales Operations, Consumer Products, Sales Management, Sales, Key Account Development, Merchandising, Retail, Product Development, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Selling, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Key Account Management, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Wholesale, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Operations Management, Market Planning, Leadership, Trade Shows, Business Strategy, Advertising, Business Development, Customer Service, Team Building, Management, Coaching, Competitive Analysis, Direct Sales
Education
Auburn University 1992 — 1995
Master's degree, Wildlife Biology
College of Charleston 1986 — 1991
Bachelor's degree, Biology, General
Acosta Sales & Marketing October 2014 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET May 2013 - Present
Saint Lukes Hospital February 2013 - April 2013
College of Western Idaho December 2012 - February 2013
WinCo Foods May 2012 - December 2012
St. Luke's Hospital January 2012 - May 2012
ClickBank October 2010 - February 2011
Supervalu June 2004 - December 2010
Skills
SAP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable, JD Edwards, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Great Plains Software, Access, QuickBooks, Analysis
Education
Boise State University 2014 — 2015
MASTER OF ACCOUNTANCY, Accounting and Finance
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Management Information Systems, General
Boise State University 1996 — 2000
Associate of Science (AS)
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 2007 - 2013
IMEX (a Pitney Bowes Company) 2005 - 2007
Hitachi Seiki U.S.A., Inc. 1999 - 2004
Lavipour & Company, LLC 1997 - 1999
Skills
Accounting, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Consolidated Financial..., P&L Budgeting, Capital Budgeting, Balance Sheet Budgeting, Cash Flow Statements, Mfg. Std. Costs, Fixed Assets, Staff Management, Sales & Use Tax..., Manage Customer Finance..., Property Insurance..., 401K Plan Administration, Pension Plan Management, Manage Car Leasing..., Primary Liaison with..., 10Q Reporting, 10K Reporting, !0Q's & 10K Variance..., Worked through a...
Education
Long Island University-Rockland Campus
MBA in Finance, Finance, 3.8
Grove City College 1976 — 1980
BA in Business Administration, Business Administration
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET August 2013 - Present
Rolf C. Hagen January 2008 - August 2013
Community One Financial and Real Estate April 2004 - March 2009
24 Hour Fitness December 2000 - April 2005
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Account Management, Real Estate, Real Estate Financing, Fitness Training, Personal Training, Management, Training, Cold Calling, Recruiting, Trade Shows, Merchandising, Selling, Customer Service, Sales Operations
Education
DeVry University-California
San Jose State University
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET July 2015 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET November 2012 - July 2015
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2011 - November 2012
Spectrum Brands October 2007 - March 2011
Westminster Inc August 2005 - September 2007
Kids II September 2003 - June 2005
Equity Marketing June 2002 - September 2003
Walt Disney Company - Buena Vista International May 2000 - May 2002
Carsey Werner Company - "That '70s Show" July 1997 - April 2000
Skills
Consumer Products, Brand Management, Customer Insight, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research, Product Development, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Account Management, Analytics, Business Development, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Leadership, Management, New Business Development, P, Pricing, Product Management, Project Management, Retail, Sales, Strategy, P&L Management, Strategic Planning, Brand Awareness, CRM, Team Management, Brand Development, Market Planning, Creative Direction, Social Media, FMCG
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 2001 — 2003
MBA, Business Administration
La Sorbonne, France 1996 — 1997
Certificate, French Civilization and Language
California State University-Chico 1991 — 1996
Political Science, International Relations
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET May 2007 - Present
Skills
Exceptional customer...
Education
Heald College 1994 — 1996
Business Administration and Management and Operations
People 4 U, Inc 2014 - Present
Clark Chiropractic February 2012 - August 2012
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET June 2004 - November 2011
LabCorp May 1999 - October 2004
Skills
Sales Operations, Sales, Account Management, Cold Calling, Key Account Development, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Consumer Products, Sales Presentations, Direct Sales, New Business Development, Pricing, Merchandising, Hiring Employees, Sales Hiring, Mass Hiring, Medical Education, Medical Coding, Chiropractic, Phlebotomy, CNAS, Medical Assisting, Deep Tissue Massage, Medical Massage, Physical Therapy, Customer Service, Laboratory Skills, Visual Merchandising, Retail Displays, POP Displays, Time Management
Education
Kankakee Community College 1989 — 1990
Health Care, Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist
Momence Community High School 1985 — 1989
General, Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Winston Brands, Inc. February 2015 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2012 - February 2014
PETS International 2004 - January 2012
Spiegel 1981 - 2004
Skills
Purchasing, Inventory Management, Negotiation, Warehousing, Procurement, Forecasting, SAP, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, Global Sourcing, MRP, Materials Management, Supply Chain, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Demand Planning, Logistics, Supplier Management, SAP R/3, Replenishment, Sourcing & Procurement, Team Building, Supplier Negotiation, Sourcing, Retail, Supply Management
Education
Drake University
STEP UP Systems Group LLC July 2007 - Present
Attunity 2002 - Present
LIKP Systems Inc. November 1996 - Present
Abbott March 2012 - February 2013
Eby-Brown April 2009 - July 2009
Grainger February 2008 - February 2009
Central Garden & Pet August 2006 - January 2008
Arvato Digital Services 2008 - 2008
Cardinal Health 2005 - 2007
Shure Incorporated December 2005 - December 2005
Skills
ABAP, SD, SAPScript, SAP R/3, SAP, ECC, ERP, Integration, Smartforms, Business Analysis, Project Implementation
Education
DePaul University 1995 — 1995
CCP, Systems/Computer Science
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1986 — 1988
BBA
University of Michigan 1984 — 1988
Masters, Business/Accounting
ABM Building Solutions July 2014 - Present
Extensive sales experience working with major chain and independent accounts. February 2014 - June 2014
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 2003 - November 2013
Natural Wood Furniture September 1995 - March 2003
Skills
Sales, Retail, Management, New Business Development, Sales Operations, Cold Calling, Customer Service, Merchandising, Selling, Marketing, Training, Advertising, Leadership, Sales Process, Lead Generation, Sales Management
Education
California Maritime Academy 1990 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BASc), Marine Engineering
Chabot College 1986 — 1990
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET February 2015 - Present
StarKist November 2014 - January 2015
StarKist June 2013 - November 2014
Walmart April 2012 - June 2013
Walmart August 2010 - April 2012
Del Monte Foods August 2008 - August 2010
Del-Monte Foods March 2005 - August 2008
Del Laboratories March 2004 - March 2005
Frito-Lay 2003 - 2004
Coca-Cola Enterprises July 2001 - January 2003
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Market Research, Marketing Research, Segmentation, IRI, Nielsen, Consumer Products, AC Nielsen, Customer Insight, Spectra, Categorization, Merchandising, Wal-Mart, Retail, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, ProSpace, Retail Category..., JDA, Key Account Development, Assortment, Market Analysis, Category Insights, P, Strategy, Shopper Marketing, Private Label, Grocery, Pricing Strategy, Forecasting, Consumer Insight, Product Development, Sales, Pricing, Inventory Management, Category Management
Education
Arkansas State University 1994 — 1999
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 1984 - Present
Palos Verdes Begonia Farm February 1980 - October 1984
Skills
Key Account Management, Sales Management, Sales Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, New Business Development, Consumer Products, Merchandising, Forecasting, Trade Shows, Co-op Advertising, Purchasing, Brand Management, Customer Insight, Pricing, Inventory Management, Direct Import, Building High..., Retail, Sales Operations
Education
Loyola Marymount University 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Fine and Communications Arts
Brophy College Preparatory 1966 — 1970
Central Garden & Pet April 2006 - July 2013
Farnam Companies October 2003 - April 2006
Innovex, Inc. (Formerly Rogers Corporation and Adflex Solutions, Inc.) January 1998 - March 2002
ADflex Solutions, Inc. (Formerly Rogers Corporation) October 1984 - January 1998
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., SAP ERP, SAP, Consumer Products, ABAP, SAP R/3, SD, SAP Implementation, SAP SD, SAP OTC, EDI, Management, ERP, Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Business Process, Business Analysis
Education
Baldwin-Wallace College
Bachelor of Arts
Nissan North America Inc January 2015 - Present
Nissan North America, Inc August 2014 - January 2015
BI Worldwide December 2011 - August 2014
Summit Group 2007 - December 2011
plumRHINO Consulting 2006 - 2007
Maritz Loyalty Marketing 2002 - 2006
Getronics/Compucom 2001 - 2002
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 2000 - 2001
Ford Motor Company 1996 - 2001
Ford Motor Company 1990 - 2000
Skills
Incentive Programs, Retail, Business Development, Strategy, Advertising, Direct Marketing, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Social Networking, Direct Mail, B2B, Sales, Management, Analytics, E-commerce, Integrated Marketing, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Lead Generation, Program Management
Education
Boston University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science
St. Catherine's College, Oxford University, Oxford England 1986 — 1986
British Politics
BASF September 2015 - Present
Germains Seed Technology July 2014 - September 2015
BEM Interactive Agency, A Trone Brand Energy Company July 2008 - December 2013
The Bloom Agency 2006 - 2008
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 1996 - 2006
Thomasville Furniture Industries (parent: Armstrong World Industries) 1990 - 1996
The Russell Agency 1988 - 1990
Skills
Development of..., Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, B2B Marketing Strategy, B2B2C, Marketing Management, ROI Management, Corporate Communications, Direct Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Consumer Packaged Goods..., Advertising, Triggered Email..., Higher Education, Lawn and Garden, Financial marketing, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, SEO, Sales, SEM, Product Development, Green Marketing, Furniture, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, B2B, Marketing, Strategy, Product Marketing, Lead Generation, Market Planning, Start-ups
Education
Appalachian State University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Science, Marketing, Communications
Purdue University
Sales Management and Leadership
Ivey and Bauer December 2014 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET March 2014 - December 2014
Boise State University September 2013 - March 2014
College of Western Idaho September 2012 - March 2014
T-Mobile USA April 2005 - November 2011
Skills
Customer Retention, Customer Service, Tutoring, Accounting, Statistics, Microsoft Office
Education
Boise State University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting
College of Western Idaho 2012 — 2013
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Natural Balance Pet Foods Inc July 2014 - Present
The Home Depot 2013 - 2014
Goodwin Hospitality 2012 - 2013
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 2011 - 2012
Pazza Luna Restaurant August 2008 - October 2010
Delaplane's Catering June 2005 - July 2008
Delaco Inc. March 2003 - May 2005
Rio Bravo Restaurant August 1997 - April 2001
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Insight, Customer Retention, Customer Oriented, Customer Acquisition, Customer Engagement, People Skills, Hands-on Training, Event Management, Management, Operations Management, Employee Relations, Building Relationships, Business Relationship..., Staff Development, Staff Management, Staff Supervision, Staff Retention, Coaching Staff, Mentoring Of Staff, Work Ethic, Team Building, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Team Management, Cross-functional Team..., Team-oriented, Trust, Fun, Corporate Social..., Respect, P&L Responsibility, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Challenges, New Challenges, Close Attention to..., Guest Service Management, Passion for Success, Passion for Quality, Customer Experience, Supervisory Experience, Performance Improvement, Job Search, Career Opportunities, Recruiting, Job Search Strategies, P&L Management
Education
Florida State University 1994 — 1997
Social Sciences
NYSE Governance Services, Corpedia August 2012 - Present
Central Garden & Pet August 2005 - July 2012
Phoenix New Times December 2001 - August 2005
E.B. Lane April 1998 - December 2001
The Martz Agency June 1997 - April 1998
Multi Graphic Arts October 1995 - June 1997
Sue Bennett Photography Studio January 1995 - May 1995
Skills
Art Direction, Fine Art, Photography, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Painting, Packaging, Advertising, Computer Graphics, Signage, Visual Display, Trade Shows, Logo Design, Direct Mail, Web Design, Brochures, Newsletters, Point of Purchase, Publication Production
Education
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Design and Visual Communications, General
Arizona Western College
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Fine/Studio Arts, General
Nason Homes, LLC April 2013 - May 2014
Central Garden and Pet April 2011 - December 2012
Central Garden & Pet April 2011 - December 2012
Oconee Construction Services June 2005 - October 2010
John W Rooker & Associates March 2003 - June 2005
Skills
SAP FICO, Timberline Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Education
Colorado Technical University 2014 — 2015
Associate of Science (A.S.), Healthcare Administration
Towers High School 1988 — 1992
School name - City, State
Job Search December 2014 - Present
Central Garden & Pet July 2011 - November 2014
Central Garden & Pet September 2006 - July 2011
Pennington Seed, Inc. July 1999 - September 2006
Pennington Seed September 1997 - July 1999
Atlanta Computer Technology, Inc. November 1991 - September 1997
Commercial Data Systems, Inc. February 1991 - October 1991
S. P. Richards January 1986 - February 1991
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Inventory Management, Product Development, SAP, Forecasting, Networking, Disaster Recovery, Cisco Technologies, Troubleshooting, Process Improvement, SharePoint, Integration, Management, Team Leadership, Business Analysis, ERP, ITIL, IT Management, Six Sigma, Change Management, Business Intelligence, IT Strategy, Business Process, Enterprise Architecture, Visio, Databases, SDLC, Access, Vendor Management, Team Building, Strategic Planning
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 1981 — 1985
BS in Information and Computer Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2015 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET April 2014 - Present
Central Garden and Pet April 2009 - April 2014
Central Garden and Pet September 2007 - April 2009
Dynamite Plant Food 2007 - September 2007
Central Garden and Pet 2006 - 2007
Central Garden and Pet 2005 - 2006
Central Garden and Pet 2004 - 2005
Central Garden and Pet 2003 - 2004
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Consumer Products, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Pricing, P&L Management, Business Planning, Trade Marketing, Sales, Customer Insight, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Merchandising, Product Development, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Market Planning, Business Development, Sales Operations, Strategy, Brand Management, Training, P&L, Sales Management, Product Management, Retail, Leadership, Key Account Management
Education
Emory University - Goizueta Business School 2011 — 2013
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
Lowe's Companies, Inc. March 2015 - Present
Sysco January 2011 - September 2014
AT&T Mobility December 2008 - January 2011
S&M Brands, Inc. March 2008 - December 2008
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 2007 - March 2008
Cingular Wireless January 2006 - October 2007
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Cold Calling, Pricing, Account Management, Salesforce.com, Negotiation, Sales Presentations, B2B, Food, Merchandising, Customer Service, Key Account Development, Market Planning, Food Industry, Marketing Strategy, Management, New Business Development, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management
Education
Eastern Kentucky University 2001 — 2003
Forestry
Corbin High School 1991 — 1995
High School
Dover Corporation October 2014 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 2011 - October 2014
Clorox July 2006 - September 2011
Skills
Six Sigma Master Black..., Six Sigma Black Belt, Focused Improvement..., Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC, Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, 5S
Education
Webster University 2004 — 2006
MBA, International Business
John Brown University 2001 — 2004
BSOM, Management
Master Black Belt 2000 — 2001
Master Black Belt, Lean Six Sigma
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 2014 - Present
Central Garden and Pet January 2012 - September 2014
Safeway October 2010 - January 2012
Daymon Worldwide November 2008 - October 2010
Express Media, LLC August 2005 - July 2008
LINCOLN EQUIPMENT INC October 2002 - July 2005
Skills
IRI, Nielsen, AC Nielsen, Categorization, Forecasting, Retail, Grocery, Management, Analytical Reasoning, Marketing, Brand Development, JDA, Food, Category Management, MS Excel Pivot Tables, Customer Insight, Training, PowerPoint, ProSpace, Market Analysis, Merchandising, Pricing
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2006 — 2008
BA, CSUS; Business Marketing
Diablo Valley College 2002 — 2005
AA, DVC; General Education
Coty January 2013 - Present
Apparel Limited July 2012 - January 2013
Time Warner Retail Sales & Marketing July 2011 - July 2012
Central Garden & Pet October 2010 - July 2011
Time Warner Retail Sales & Marketing November 2006 - October 2010
Walmart May 1994 - November 2006
Skills
Shiloh, Microsoft Excel, Access, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, MapPoint, Photoshop, Walmart Kwikee System, Bi-Lingual (English /..., Retail Link Reporting, Market Basket Analysis, Scorecard, C-stocks, Scripting, Cross-referncing, Product Offerings, Product quotes, P&L Responsibilities, Wal-Mart
Education
John Brown University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Organizational Management
CyberSource October 2008 - Present
CyberSource June 2007 - October 2008
Central Garden & Pet August 2006 - May 2007
Central Garden & Pet August 2005 - August 2006
Somethings Fishy, Inc. April 1997 - February 2006
Magnetic Resonance Systems Laboratory, Texas A&M University January 1996 - December 1999
Education
Texas A&M University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Brockton High School
Caltech
NeoMed, Inc June 2011 - Present
Central Garden & Pet June 2009 - August 2011
Smith & Howard, PC January 2006 - April 2009
innerEcho September 2005 - December 2007
NetBank FSB September 2005 - January 2006
First Cherokee State Bank February 2004 - August 2005
CNT Financial, LLC October 2002 - February 2004
First Cherokee State Bank September 1999 - October 2002
Skills
Six Sigma, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Budgets, Account Reconciliation, Forecasting, Accounting, Internal Controls, GAAP, Leadership, Variance Analysis, Auditing, Management, Financial Statements, CPA, Finance, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Human Resources, SAP, Inventory Management
Education
Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business 2008 — 2010
MS, Managerial Sciences- Business Analysis Concentration
Georgia State University 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting
Floyd College 2003 — 2004
AAS, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The Colgan Team August 2013 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET August 2012 - August 2013
SUPERVALU February 2011 - December 2011
J.R. Simplot Company March 2008 - February 2011
Skills
Investment Properties, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate, Budgets, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Tax, Residential Homes, Sales, English, Windows, Outlook, Research, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Sellers, First Time Home Buyers, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Negotiation, Analysis, Marketing, Commercial Leasing
Education
Boise State University 2003 — 2009
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting
United Heritage Property & Casualty Co September 2013 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET May 2013 - August 2013
Premier Alliance Financial LLC August 2007 - November 2012
Lighthouse Home Loans August 2006 - May 2007
Mac & Waters Mortgage Group January 2006 - July 2006
Building Source Inc July 1994 - December 2005
Idaho Task Force on the Americans with Disabilities Act January 1989 - September 1994
Eagle Landscape March 1992 - December 1993
Skills
Small Business, Customer Service, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Public Speaking, Strategic Financial..., Marketing, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Training, Leadership
Education
Idaho State University 1977 — 1981
Financial, Accounting
Idaho State University 1976 — 1980
BS, Accounting/Finance
Simpler Consulting May 2015 - Present
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems October 2013 - April 2015
Honeywell Aerospace November 2011 - October 2013
Reynolds Consumer Products May 2009 - July 2011
Furniture Values International July 2008 - June 2009
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET December 2005 - July 2008
Elmer's Products, Inc. June 1990 - December 2005
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Coaching, Leading People, Cross-functional Team..., Global Strategy, Organizational Learning, Visual Communication, Supply Chain, Six Sigma, Leadership, Budgets, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Business Process..., Management, Strategic Sourcing, Logistics, Process Improvement, Procurement, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, P&L Management, Team Building, Continuous Improvement, Mergers & Acquisitions, CRM, Demand Planning, ERP, Manufacturing, SAP, Sourcing, Global Sourcing, Kaizen, Warehouse Management, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Materials Management, 5S, Supply Management, Transportation, Operational Excellence, Purchasing
Education
Villanova University 2005 — 2006
Certificates, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Green Belt
Appalachian State University
MBA:, Business Administration
Nazareth College of Rochester
BA:, Economics
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET December 2004 - Present
Mitel (Inter-tel) May 1997 - August 2003
Skills
Financial Modeling, SAP, Budgets, Internal Controls, Process Improvement, Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., JD Edwards, General Ledger, Revenue Recognition, Pricing, Financial Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Finance, Income Statement, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Strategic Financial..., Account Reconciliation, GAAP, Hyperion Enterprise
Education
Arizona State University - W. P. Carey School of Business 1992 — 1997
B.S., Finance
Danaher Corporation 2014 - Present
SBI - Breakthrough Consulting November 2008 - 2014
Central Garden & Pet August 2011 - July 2013
McKinsey & Company 2006 - 2008
Plexus 2005 - 2006
Dorel Industries 2003 - 2006
Gast 2001 - 2003
Danaher 1998 - 2001
GE 1995 - 1997
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Manufacturing, Hoshin Kanri, Operational Excellence, Value Stream Mapping, Supply Chain Management, DMAIC, Green Belt, Kaizen, Program Management, Strategy, Minitab, Leadership, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., 5S, Operations Management, SPC, Manufacturing Operations, Quality System, Process Engineering, Quality Assurance, Business Process..., Supply Chain, Black Belt, Root Cause Analysis, Quality Management, Manufacturing..., Toyota Production System, ISO, Kanban, FMEA, MRP, TQM, Strategic Sourcing, Business Process Mapping, Supply Management, Materials Management, Supply Chain..., Industrial Engineering, Production Planning, TPM, Global Sourcing, Process Simulation, Engineering Management
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business
MBA & MS, Management & Strategy
University of South Florida
Industrial Engineering, Engineering
University of Florida
Engineering & Business
Jessen - Consultant June 2014 - Present
Trimark Economy Restaurant Fixtures January 2004 - Present
TriMark Economy Restaurant Fixtures/BigTray, Inc January 2012 - June 2014
Trimark Economy Restaurant Fixtures March 2010 - December 2011
Central Garden & Pet June 1999 - November 1999
Radiator Express June 1998 - June 1999
WAWD-EAP Automotive Products, Inc June 1994 - May 1998
Import Parts America, Inc March 1975 - June 1994
Skills
MS Access, MS VBA, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Project Management
Education
San Jose State University 1973 — 1975
BS, Major; Business Administration
Cañada College 1971 — 1973
A.A, Liberal Arts
UNIQLO 2012 - Present
Central Garden & Pet 2009 - 2011
Arc International NA (Mikasa) 2006 - 2008
Warnaco 2004 - 2006
Cadbury Schweppes 1997 - 2003
Snapple Beverage Group 1997 - 2001
Nine West Group 1993 - 1997
Brown Shoe Company 1983 - 1993
Skills
Coaching, Apparel, Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Executive Coaching, HRIS, Human Resources, Leadership, Management, Leadership Development, Integration, Manufacturing, Merchandising, Mergers, Mergers & Acquisitions, Onboarding, Organizational Design, Organizational..., Personnel Management, Profit, Recruiting, Restructuring, Retail, Sales, Sourcing, Strategy, Succession Planning, Talent Management, Training
Education
George Mason University
BS, Business Administration
Webster University
MA, Business Administration
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET June 2015 - Present
Contra Costa County 2005 - Present
Independent Consultant / Accretive Solutions June 2014 - June 2015
Kaiser Permanente IT October 2012 - March 2014
Kaiser Permanente November 2007 - November 2012
Kaiser Permanente September 2006 - November 2007
Resources Global Professionals September 2005 - September 2006
Bazell Technologies September 2002 - September 2005
Past Experience June 1987 - September 2002
Skills
SOX, IT Audit, Audit, Internal Controls, Internal Audit, Compliance, Auditing, Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Governance, Financial Analysis, Process Improvement, Enterprise Risk..., Risk Assessment, Management, Project Management, Leadership, Strategy, Information Security, PMO, Information Technology, Financial Reporting, Business Process, Sarbanes-Oxley, Vendor Management, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Finance, Security, GAAP, Risk Management, Team Leadership
Education
University of California, Berkeley - Walter A. Haas School of Business 1984 — 1987
BS, Business Administration, Accounting, Real Estate
College of San Mateo 1982 — 1984
Certificate, Commercial Pilot Technology
Mills High School 1979 — 1982
American Merchandising Specialists, Inc. July 2015 - Present
Queen City Timing August 2007 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET November 2012 - June 2015
Walt Disney World January 2012 - August 2012
Hilton February 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Inventory Control, Merchandising, Event Management, Challenge Driven, Positive Team Player, Leadership
Education
East Carolina University - College of Business 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Natural Balance Pet Foods Inc October 2014 - Present
Natural Balance Pet Foods Inc November 2013 - October 2014
Natural Balance Pet Foods April 2013 - November 2013
Central Garden & Pet 2006 - April 2013
Heavenly Fish 2003 - 2006
Heavenly Fish 1999 - 2003
PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. 1994 - 1998
Skills
Trade Shows, Key Account Development, Sales Management, Sales Operations
Education
Delaware Valley College
Bucks County Community College
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET July 2014 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET March 2014 - July 2014
Central Garden and Pet May 2012 - March 2014
CSM Bakery Products NA April 2010 - May 2012
Silliker Laboratories September 2009 - April 2010
Education
The University of Georgia 2007 — 2009
BSA, Food Science, Agrosecurity
Georgia Perimeter College 2006 — 2007
AA, Biology
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET September 2013 - October 2014
Caldwell Branch YMCA April 2013 - July 2013
BYU-Idaho September 2012 - December 2012
Conservice August 2010 - April 2012
Walmart February 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Nutrition, Data Entry, First Aid, Exercise Physiology, Critical Thinking, 10 Key, Training Programme..., Exercise Instruction, Learning Quickly, Friendly Personality, Organization, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Problem Solving, Leadership, Self-starter, Thai Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, Therapeutic Massage, Personal Training, Wellness, Sales
Education
Broadview University 2013 — 2014
Massage Therapy
Brigham Young University - Idaho 2007 — 2013
Exercise Physiology, Program Design, 3.9
Gooding High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma, General
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2015 - Present
Central Garden and Pet April 2013 - Present
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics May 2012 - April 2013
Johnson & Johnson June 2006 - May 2012
Johnson & Johnson May 2005 - July 2005
Manhattan Associates 1999 - 2004
Fortis 1999 - 1999
Education
University of Virginia - Darden Graduate School of Business Administration 2004 — 2006
MBA
Clemson University 1994 — 1998
B.S., Management
TMG Streetpride Records/ Warner Music Group April 2010 - Present
Omaha Beef February 2010 - Present
Trillion Dollar Entertainment December 2009 - Present
Boy Scouts of America September 2007 - Present
UPS Freight January 2009 - July 2009
Central Garden & Pet September 2008 - July 2009
Wal-Mart Super Center May 2006 - March 2008
AJ Wright November 2005 - May 2006
Burlington Coat Factory November 2004 - June 2005
Education
College of DuPage 2004 — 2006
AA, Communications
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 2013 - Present
Comcast Spotlight August 2012 - May 2013
Winn Dixie Stores January 2011 - August 2012
CMI (Consumermetrics, Inc.) October 2007 - May 2010
Synovate May 2006 - July 2007
Ipsos Insight January 2005 - April 2006
Protocol Research Solutions January 2000 - December 2004
Marketing Analysts January 1999 - December 1999
Monroe Mendelsohn Research June 1996 - October 1998
Skills
Quantitative Research, Marketing Research, Data Analysis, Analytics, Customer Insight, Primary Research, Survey Design, Advertising Research, Brand Equity, FMCG, Nielsen, Segmentation, Project Management, Market Research, Focus Groups, Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Online Research, Questionnaire Design, CRM, Report Writing, Data Collection, Research Design, Survey Research, Consumer Insight, Qualitative Research, Business Insights, Questionnaires, Competitive Intelligence, Market Analysis, Market Intelligence, SPSS
Education
City University of New York-Baruch College 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing Management, Industrial Psychology
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET June 2015 - Present
Schawk March 2011 - June 2015
oneCARE January 2006 - March 2011
Progress Software April 2004 - August 2005
SOUTHERN INSURANCE UNDERWRITERS December 2002 - April 2004
The First Baptist Church of Roswell 1999 - 2001
Skills
BLUE Administrator, Adobe Illustrator CS5, Adobe PhotoShop, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Marketing, Sales, Illustrator, Photoshop, Customer Service, Process Scheduler, Graphic Design, Outlook, Time Management, Project Planning, Software Documentation, Advertising, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Management, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Forecasting, Marketing Strategy, CRM, Project Management
Education
Emory University 1997 — 1997
Associate's degree, Interior Design & Microsoft Office Computer Training
Durban Business College 1994 — 1996
Associate, Business Communications
Dale Carnigie Sales Training 1995 — 1995
Sales
Harris & Co. CPA'S PLLC December 2014 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET March 2013 - December 2014
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Training, SAP ERP, NetSuite, Accounting, Financial Statements, Invoicing, Tax
Education
Boise State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET September 2015 - Present
Northwest Horticulture February 2013 - August 2015
Teufel Nursery Inc March 2011 - October 2011
Commerce Corporation February 2008 - July 2009
Teufel Nursery, Inc. October 2005 - May 2007
Wingerden Wholesale January 2005 - July 2005
Mainland Nursery December 2002 - December 2003
Woodbridge Gardens January 1999 - December 2002
Ezell Nursery Supply June 1992 - November 1997
US Army January 1986 - January 1988
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Sales Operations, Marketing Strategy, Merchandising, Retail, Landscaping, Garden, Cold Calling, Budgets, Sales Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Team Building, Marketing, Analysis, Pricing, Inventory Management
Education
Western Governors University 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Sales and Sales Management, 3.0
Los Angeles Pierce College 1990 — 1992
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Education, 3.25
FedEx Freight August 2015 - Present
STL MANAGEMENT / Randstad July 2015 - August 2015
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2015 - June 2015
Kelly Services April 2014 - January 2015
ManpowerGroup October 2013 - April 2014
Morehouse College June 2010 - August 2013
Morehouse College June 2010 - August 2013
Zep Manufacturing September 1999 - May 2008
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Ceridian / ADP, Microsoft Access /..., PeopleSoft, Outlook, Employee Relations, Administrative..., PowerPoint, Access, Human Resources, New Hire Orientations, Event Planning, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Management, Interviews, Organizational..., Training, HRIS, Applicant Tracking..., Personnel Management, Deferred Compensation, Hiring, Time Management, Payroll, Temporary Placement, Benefits Administration, Software Documentation, Screening, Program Management, Recruiting, Performance Management, Conflict Resolution, Employee Training, Talent Acquisition, Policy, Career Counseling, Leadership Development, Career Development, Labor Relations, Talent Management, Leadership, College Recruiting, Screening Resumes, Job Descriptions, Teamwork, Staff Development
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management 2011 — 2013
Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM), Human Resources, 3.6
DeVry University 2005 — 2011
Bachelor Business Administration, Human Resources, 3.6
Safeway June 2014 - Present
Safeway July 2008 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET December 2005 - July 2008
Skills
Variance Analysis, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Account Reconciliation, GAAP, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Internal Controls, Auditing, Financial Accounting, Budgeting, Capital Projects
Education
California State University-East Bay 2003 — 2005
Master's degree, Economics
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET December 2014 - Present
Tiana Pearl Company August 2009 - Present
Central Garden and Pet April 2013 - November 2014
Razorfish May 2012 - November 2012
Stockamp & Associates March 2009 - June 2011
Huron Consulting Group March 2009 - June 2011
Siemens Energy & Automation May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Business Strategy, Process Engineering, Business Analysis, Management Consulting, Visio, Financial Analysis, Business Process..., Analysis, Operations Management, PowerPoint, Change Management, Forecasting, Program Management, Strategy, Management
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology - Georgia Tech College of Management 2011 — 2013
MBA, Business - Marketing and Strategy
Georgia Institute of Technology 2004 — 2008
Engineer's Degree, Industrial Engineering
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 2013 - Present
US Army Reserve Careers Division August 2012 - October 2013
US Army Reserve Careers Division May 2010 - July 2012
US Army Reserve Careers Division June 2008 - May 2010
USAREC 2002 - 2008
Skills
Operations Management, Six Sigma, Project Management, Operations Research, Data Analysis, Systems Analysis, Market Analysis, Organizational..., Demographic Analysis, Databases, Army, Military Training, Military Operations, Military Logistics, Military Recruiting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access, Team Building, Adult CPR, First Aid, Technical Writing, Policy, Leadership, Forecasting, Logistics, Tactical Planning, Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Program Management, Security Clearance, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Leadership Development, Training, Security, Cross-functional Team..., Operational Planning, Military Experience, Command, DoD, National Security, Defense, Military, Intelligence Analysis, Top Secret, Special Operations, Tactics, Afghanistan
Education
Clemson University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemistry, Cum Laude
Troy State University 1994 — 1996
Master of Science (M.S.), Management
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET June 2014 - Present
Nalco September 2011 - January 2014
Nalco November 2009 - June 2011
Nalco July 2006 - November 2009
Walgreens March 2005 - May 2007
Castrol Industrial N. America July 2003 - July 2004
Kelly Services 2003 - 2004
Skills
Project Management, Chemistry, Customer Service, Product Development, Time Management, Marketing, Research, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Supply Chain Management, Leadership, Process Engineering, SAP, Sales, Manufacturing, New Business Development, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning
Education
Bradley University 1997 — 2001
B.S, Chemistry/Biochemistry
Alpine Corporation May 2015 - Present
BioSafe Systems, LLC August 2011 - October 2014
Coastal Pet Products, Inc. December 2010 - August 2011
Valent USA Green Light Company December 2008 - October 2010
Central Garden & Pet August 2001 - September 2008
BOND CHEMICALS, INC October 1996 - August 2001
Skills
Retail, Forecasting, Advertising, Trade Shows, Account Management, Product Development, New Business Development, Customer Relations, Negotiation, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Word, Pricing, Customer Service, Market Planning, Team Building, Merchandising, Budgeting, PowerPoint, Problem Solving, Consultative Selling, Category Management, Business Planning, Product Marketing, Excel, Coaching, Microsoft Office, Business Strategy, Outlook, Planning, Event Management, Selling, Public Relations, Competitive Analysis, Promotions, Team Leadership, Budget Management, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Employee Relations, Hiring, Purchasing, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Management, Training, Business Development, Leadership, Key Account Development, P&L Management
Education
Cleveland State University 1990 — 1996
Bachelor, Business Administration; Management and Labor Relations; Human Resources
Mayfield High School 1986 — 1990
High School, College Prep
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET November 2014 - Present
Central Garden and Pet March 2013 - Present
Kohls February 2011 - March 2013
Kohl's Department Stores Corporate Offices February 2010 - February 2011
Kohl's Department Stores October 2007 - January 2010
VF Imagewear July 2005 - September 2007
Target 1994 - 2005
Skills
Employee Relations, Compensation, Payroll, Employee Engagement, Benefits, Talent Management, Succession Planning, Compliance, Change Management, FMLA, PeopleSoft, HRIS, Personnel Management, Training, Employee Benefits, Leadership, New Hire Orientations, Deferred Compensation, Human Resources, Temporary Placement, Performance Management, Onboarding, College Recruiting, Benefits Administration, Hiring, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, Interviews, Applicant Tracking..., HR Policies, Policy, Labor Relations, Recruiting
Education
Capella University 2011 — 2014
Master's Degree, HR Management, 4.0/4.0
Marian College of Fond du Lac 1998 — 2004
Bachelor's, Business Administration - Human Resources, 3.7 out of 4.0
MATC - Milwaukee
Associate Degree, Legal Science
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET December 2014 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET June 2008 - December 2014
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET November 2000 - June 2008
Cost Plus World Market March 2001 - November 2001
Cost Plus World Market March 1999 - October 2000
Cost Plus World Market July 1997 - March 1999
Skills
VMware, Windows Server, VMware ESXi, VMware vSphere, VMware vCenter, Enterprise Storage, Symantec Endpoint..., Websense, Android, iOS, Group Policy, Active Directory, Virtualization, Storage, System Administration, DNS, Veeam Backup and..., Nimble Storage
Education
Diablo Valley College 2000 — 2001
Accounting and Finance
Concord High School 1995 — 1999
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET
Skills
Retail, Supply Chain, Management, SAP, Sales Management, Merchandising
Education
Instituto de Banca y Comercio Inc 1989 — 1991
Associate of Science (AS), Computer Science
BERR Pet Supply, Inc. July 1997 - Present
RAM Pets, Inc. January 1995 - July 1997
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET June 1989 - December 1994
Oakwood Lake Resort May 1989 - September 1994
Amerpet Inc. January 1987 - June 1989
Education
Skyline College 1991 — 1991
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
College of San Mateo 1987 — 1989
Computer Science
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET July 2014 - Present
Central Garden and Pet June 2012 - July 2014
Coca-Cola Refreshments 2010 - June 2012
Coca-Cola Enterprises 2009 - 2010
Coca-Cola Enterprises 2006 - 2009
Panasonic Automotive Systems 2004 - 2006
American Electric Lighting (Division of Acuity Brands, FKA Thomas and Betts, Inc) 2000 - 2004
Frigidaire Home Products 1993 - 2000
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Procurement, Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Negotiation, Sourcing, Management, Supply Management, Tenacious Work Ethic
Education
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business 1988 — 1992
BBA, Management
Troy University 2003 — 2005
MBA, Business
Emory University 2010 — 2010
Certification, Six Sigma
US Army December 2013 - Present
US Army December 2010 - December 2013
Cab Comm 1 February 2010 - May 2010
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET July 2009 - February 2010
Cab Comm 1 August 2008 - July 2009
Driver Solutions Inc March 2008 - August 2008
Power Ford of North Scottsdale June 2005 - March 2008
Skills
CNC Programming, CNC Machine, Lathe, Vertical Mill, Drill Press, Water Jet, Plasma Cutting, MIG Welding, Arc Welding, Metal Fabrication, Metal Polishing, Metal Cutting, Micrometer, ArtCAM, FeatureCAM, SketchUp
Education
Arizona Automotive Institute 2004 — 2005
Occupational Associates Degree, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Paradise Valley High School 2000 — 2004
Diploma, General Accidemics
Warrior Leaders Course
Certificate of Completion, Military and Strategic Leadership
Ordinance School
Certificate of Completion, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET December 1992 - Present
Skills
Forecasting, Consumer Products, Sales Management, Merchandising, Key Account Development, Sales Operations, Pricing, Trade Marketing
Education
Kennesaw State University 2007 — 2009
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Covenant College
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Organizational Management
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET August 2012 - May 2015
Skills
Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Production Planning, MRP, Materials Management, SAP, Forecasting, Demand Forecasting, Warehousing
Education
Concordia University 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (BA), French/English Language Interpretation and Translation
Champlain Regional College, Quebec City, Quebec 1985 — 1987
Associate's degree, Languages & Literature
Multipet International April 2000 - Present
Central Garden & Pet 1991 - 2001
Stackhouse Garber and Associates January 1985 - January 1987
Skills
Sales Management, New Business Development, Key Account Development, Retail, Negotiation, Sales, Marketing, Wholesale, Trade Shows, Brand Development, Market Planning, Forecasting, Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Advertising, Product Marketing, Leadership, Program Management, Social Media, Strategy, Product Development, Coaching, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Merchandising, Profit, Cross-functional Team..., P&L Management, Purchasing, CRM, Consumer Products, Strategic Planning
Education
Jacksonville University 1981 — 1984
Bachelors, Marketing, Business, Pre-law
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET February 2015 - Present
USAF NAF 502FSS March 2014 - October 2014
Alpha Academic Services Inc. September 2011 - May 2013
United States Air Force June 1980 - July 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Supervisory Skills, Expense Reports, Volunteer Management, Security Clearance, Executive Support, Public Speaking, Calendars, Travel Arrangements, Calendaring, Telephone Skills, Outlook, Explosive Safety, Quality Assurance..., Inventory Management, Lightning Protection, Warehouse Management, Facility Maintenance, Performance Appraisal, TQM, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Site Inspections, Building Inspections, Presentation Skills, Operations Management, Logistics Management, Technical Writing, Requisition Management, Shipping & Receiving, Information Security, Quality Control, Quality Improvement
Education
Community College of the Air Force 1988 — 2003
AAS, Munitions Systems Technology
The Home Depot January 2015 - Present
Central Garden & Pet December 2013 - December 2014
Central Garden & Pet June 2011 - December 2013
Goizueta Business School August 2009 - May 2011
Humana Inc. 2010 - 2010
Newell Rubbermaid September 2006 - July 2009
Tula Communications May 2004 - May 2006
Millennium Pharmaceuticals June 2001 - October 2003
Skills
Brand Management, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Consumer Products, Consumer Insight, Public Relations, Market Research, Project Management, Packaging, Branding & Identity, Brand Licensing, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Sales Operations, Product Management, Product Development, Market Analysis, Marketing Research, Product Launch, Sales, Strategic Planning, Market Planning, Management, Product Marketing, Marketing Management
Education
Emory University - Goizueta Business School 2009 — 2011
MBA
Boston College 1997 — 2001
BS
Evoqua Water Technologies July 2014 - Present
A1 Personnel Inc. January 2011 - March 2014
ProNet July 2010 - December 2010
Praxair Distribution, Inc April 2006 - February 2010
Cost Plus Corporate August 2005 - December 2005
Unyson Logistics 3PL June 2004 - July 2005
ATPA/Operating Engineers Local 3 January 2002 - May 2004
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET November 1996 - September 2001
Monsanto/The Solaris Group May 1993 - November 1996
Chevron March 1980 - May 1993
Skills
Inventory Control, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Management, Program Management, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Logistics, Leadership, Sourcing, Budgets, Time Management, Warehousing, Customer Service, Retail, Analysis, Troubleshooting, Materials Management, Business Process, Supply Chain, Transportation, Process Improvement, Team Building, Pricing, Warehouse Management, Cross-functional Team..., Six Sigma, Fundraising, Policy, Accounting, Manufacturing
Education
Center for Manufacturing Education 1997 — 1999
Manufacturing/Production/Inventory
BJM
BJM
Holy Names College
3-years completed towards Bachelors Business Administration-completing June '15
Central Garden & Pet December 2012 - Present
Winston Brands, Inc. (formerly Collections Etc., Inc.) October 2003 - December 2012
Corporate Express (now a Staples Company) 2001 - 2003
Corporate Express 1999 - 2001
BT Office Products 1998 - 1999
Skills
General Ledger, Accounting, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Management, Microsoft Excel, Access, Auditing, Budgets, Accounts Payable, Internal Audit, Payroll, Analysis, Finance, Internal Controls, Accruals, Forecasting, Analytics, Budgeting, GAAP, Accounts Receivable
Education
Bradley University 1993 — 1997
BS, Accounting
TigerDroppings.com August 2001 - Present
LyondellBasell January 2010 - December 2010
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative August 2008 - March 2009
Island Oasis June 2008 - January 2009
MillerCoors May 2008 - September 2008
Sun Coast Resources, Inc. January 2008 - June 2008
Central Garden & Pet December 2006 - January 2008
Sportswar 2006 - 2008
Intervoice July 2006 - December 2006
Ericsson June 2005 - June 2006
Skills
ABAP, SAP Implementation, SAPScript, Smartforms, Integration, SD, SAP, Business Process, EDI, Web Analytics, SEO, Microsoft SQL Server, SAP R/3, IDOC, Website Monetization, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Web Applications, Web Marketing, Web Content, Web Development, Web Design, ASP, DoubleClick for..., Ad Exchanges, Social Media
Education
Louisiana State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Science
Jesuit High School (New Orleans) 1985 — 1987
Delbarton School 1987 — 1988
Adlai E. Stevenson High School 1988 — 1990
Independent consultant January 2001 - Present
Carestream 2013 - 2014
Baker Hughes 2012 - 2013
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 2011 - 2012
Kraft Foods Group 2010 - 2011
ThyssenKrupp 2009 - 2010
Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) 2009 - 2009
MillerCoors 2008 - 2009
Monsanto Company 2007 - 2008
Cardinal Health 2006 - 2007
Education
Wayne State University 2002 — 2004
MBA, Finance and Accounting
Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur 1991 — 1995
B-Tech, Aerospace Engg.
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET July 2015 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET May 2014 - July 2015
KIK Custom Products December 2004 - May 2014
Walmart July 2012 - February 2013
KIK Custom Products June 2006 - July 2012
KIK Custom Products December 2004 - June 2006
Diversified Retail Solutions April 2004 - May 2006
Walmart 2000 - April 2004
Walmart 1999 - 2000
Walmart October 1998 - 1999
Education
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville 1993 — 1998
BA, Psychology
John Brown University 2012 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Leadership and Ethics, 4.0
John Brown University 2007 — 2009
Master of Science (Dual Degree), Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy, 3.9
Prairie Grove HS 1991 — 1993
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET October 2013 - Present
Central Garden & Pet January 2006 - September 2013
Gap Inc. 2004 - 2006
Deloitte 2002 - 2003
JPMorgan 2000 - 2002
Skills
Financial Modeling, Corporate Finance, Valuation, Mergers, Forecasting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Investment Banking, Financial Analysis, Private Equity, Finance, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Planning
Education
Dartmouth College 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Westhill 1992 — 1996
Central Garden & Pet November 1998 - Present
O'Neil Associates Research February 1991 - November 1998
Skills
Customer Insight, Segmentation, Market Research, Focus Groups, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Research, Product Development, Shopper Marketing, Consumer Products, Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Strategy, Survey Design, Analytics, Voice of the Customer, Brand Management, Advertising, Primary Research, Positioning, Consumer Insights, SPSS, Multivariate Analysis, Nielsen, Integrated Marketing, Start-ups, Market Analysis, Product Innovation, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Business Insights, Advertising Research, Forecasting, Brand Equity, Market Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing, Qualitative Research, Consumer Insight, Brand Architecture, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Pricing, Packaging, Marketing Strategy, Product Launch, P&L Management, IRI, Consumer Behavior
Education
Arizona State University
Edelman 2015 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 2010 - 2014
Atlanta Fine Homes, Project Builders, T.Y. Lin International, Manhattan Associates 2007 - 2010
Chick-fil-A-Corporate 2009 - 2009
Macauley 2005 - 2007
Home Depot 1999 - 2005
Skills
Marketing, Management, Leadership, Event Management, Event Planning, Sales, Office Management, Budgets, Strategy, Time Management, Training, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Administrative..., Team Building, Human Resources, Cross-functional Team..., Public Relations, Administrative..., Writing / Editing, Project Management, Marketing Strategy, Systems Organization
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology
B.S., Marketing & Communications
Eagle Strategies, LLC January 2007 - Present
Organix Supply 1998 - 2006
Central Garden & Pet 1990 - 1996
Skills
Retirement Planning, Long-term Care, Sales, Life Insurance, Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Retirement, Investments, Finance, Mutual Funds, Customer Service, Leadership, Management, Team Building, Business Development, Series 7, Wealth Management, Series 6, Series 63, Sales Management, Estate Planning, 401k, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Strategic Financial..., Financial Planning
Education
Colorado State University 1983 — 1986
Regis Jesuit High School 1978 — 1982
St. Bernadette's
Novus- More Space System May 2014 - Present
Central Garden & Pet June 2011 - February 2014
Velcro USA Inc. July 2000 - June 2011
Stride Rite August 1998 - January 2000
Timberland November 1989 - August 1998
Skills
Sales Operations, Merchandising, Sales, Management, Consumer Products, Account Management, Retail, Key Account Development, Product Management, Key Account Management, Budgets, International Sales, Pricing, Product Development, P&L Management, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Market Research, Supply Chain Management, Product Launch, Program Management, Project Planning, Sales Management, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Wholesale, New Business Development, P&L, Marketing Strategy, Market Planning, Trade Shows, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, B2B, Selling, Purchasing, Marketing Management, Brand Development, Market Analysis, Private Label, Business Planning, Customer Insight, Sales Presentations, Apparel, Event Management
Education
Bryant University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Adminstration
Banner Health/ENTECH March 2015 - Present
MBF Laser, LLC July 2012 - Present
Central Garden & Pet April 2011 - June 2012
Universal Laser Systems April 2003 - April 2011
Naturally Vitamins, Marlyn Nutraceuticals January 2001 - December 2002
Farnam Companies May 1995 - December 2000
Education
University of Phoenix 1997 — 1999
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business/Commerce, General
Arizona State University 1984 — 1989
B.S. Business Management, Business Administration and Management, General
Central Garden & Pet Helpdesk ManagerLeapFrog2001 - 2004
Alysis Technologies 1997 - 2000
Skills
Certified Green Belt, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Help Desk Support, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Servers, ITIL, Team Leadership, Hardware, SharePoint, Vendor Management, Management, Business Analysis, Disaster Recovery
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 1988 — 1992
Pinnacle Capital Mortgage Corp March 2009 - Present
Chef Dane's Rocklin January 2007 - November 2007
Optimal HR Services LLC November 2001 - December 2006
Central Garden & Pet November 1996 - October 2001
Skills
Recruiting, Organizational..., Performance Management, Benefits Administration, Analysis, Business Strategy, Change Management, Contract Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Employee Benefits, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, Finance, Hiring, Human Resources, Management, Personnel Management, Policy, Program Management, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Succession Planning, Business Planning
Education
California State University-Bakersfield 2001 — 2003
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
AirWatch by VMware May 2014 - Present
Kimberly-Clark January 2013 - May 2014
Boys & Girls Clubs of America February 2012 - January 2013
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET December 2011 - December 2011
Scout Marketing October 2011 - November 2011
CBRE July 2010 - September 2011
Northwestern Benefit Corp. of GA February 2005 - May 2010
Honeywell 2000 - 2003
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, InDesign, Art Direction, Illustrator, Corporate Identity, Web Design, Creative Direction, Graphics, Dreamweaver, Illustration, Direct Mail, Typography, Image Editing, Art, Graphic Design
Education
Art Institute of Atlanta 2008 — 2010
BFA, Graphic Design
Massachusetts College of Art and Design 1997 — 2000
Graphic Design
Lawrence High School
General diploma
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET March 2015 - Present
Chicken of the Sea International September 2014 - March 2015
Grande Cheese Company March 2011 - September 2014
Grande Cheese Company October 2005 - March 2011
Grande Cheese Company April 2003 - October 2005
Momentum Worldwide March 2002 - April 2003
sargento 1999 - 2002
Skills
Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., Food, Segmentation, IRI, Dairy, Management, Nielsen, Market Research, Customer Marketing, Process Improvement, Project Management, AC Nielsen, Consumer Products, Competitive Analysis, Pricing, Account Management
Education
Marquette University 2005 — 2009
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Edgenuity Inc. March 2014 - Present
Central Garden & Pet April 2004 - November 2013
Arizona Employers' Council, Inc. March 2003 - March 2004
Goodmans Office Furnishings December 1997 - January 2003
CustomCraft/CommCraft Woodworking June 1996 - November 1997
Teledyne Water Pik September 1991 - February 1996
Education
Colorado State University 1987 — 1991
BS, Psychology; Minor in Sociology
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2015 - Present
The Lifeline Program & Lifeline Management February 2014 - October 2014
The Lifeline Program & Lifeline Management February 2012 - January 2014
Barking Hound Village April 2010 - January 2012
LifeLine Animal Project August 2009 - March 2010
Turner Broadcasting April 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Video Editing, Social Media, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Customer Relations, Editing, Excel, Social Networking, Account Management, Customer Service, Insurance, Online Advertising, Microsoft Excel, Social Media Marketing, New Business Development, Facebook, Google Adwords, SEO, Email Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Video Production, Graphic Design, Fundraising, Digital Marketing, Blogging, Content Strategy
Education
College for Creative Studies 2001 — 2005
animation and digital media
CSC August 2013 - Present
Dawn Food Products May 2013 - August 2013
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2010 - January 2013
Champion4Fitness, LLC 2005 - 2009
Capgemini Consulting 1995 - 2005
Anheuser-Busch 1985 - 1995
Skills
Mergers, Business Strategy, Change Management, Strategic Planning, ERP, SAP, Project Management, Program Management, Performance Improvement, Optimizations, Accounting, Management, Business Process..., Forecasting, Leadership, Optimization, Business Intelligence, SAP Implementation, Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, PMO, Business Planning, Manufacturing, Business Process, Testing, Team Building, Project Planning, Business Analysis, SAP R/3, New Business Development, Supply Chain, Consulting, Process Improvement, Mergers & Acquisitions, SAP ERP, Risk Management, Training, Data Conversion, Marketing Strategy
Education
Lindenwood University 1986 — 1988
Master of Science (MS), Finance
Westminster College (MO) 1977 — 1981
BS, Accounting
Central Garden & Pet March 2006 - Present
Best Buy October 2004 - March 2006
ABS Associates, Inc November 2001 - March 2006
Skills
Desktop Administration, LANDesk, Windows 7 Migration, Mobile Devices, Remote Desktop, Cisco VPN, Cisco Call Manager, Remote User Support, Desktop Deployment, Active Directory..., VoIP, Cisco WebEx, Mobile Iron, adobe suppport, Office 365
Education
DeVry University 1995 — 1997
Associates, Applied Science in Electronics
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET May 2014 - Present
Central Garden and Pet April 2008 - May 2014
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET April 2006 - April 2008
Langtech March 1999 - April 2006
Faludi Computing 1997 - 1999
US Navy October 1989 - July 1995
Skills
VMware, Cloud Computing, Enterprise Architecture, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Exchange, System Administration, Windows Server, Project Management, Disaster Recovery, Active Directory, SharePoint, Security, Data Center, Cisco Firewall Security, Mac OS, Windows 7, Mobile Devices, Infrastructure, Virtualization, Integration, Cross-functional Team...
Education
City College of San Francisco 1995 — 1997
None, Computer Science
University of the Pacific
Specialty Homecare June 2008 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 1996 - 2003
Skills
Team Building, Wellness, Healthcare Management, Healthcare, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Fitness, Teaching, Sales, Fundraising, Public Relations, Coaching, Marketing, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, Program Development, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Elder Care, Hospitals, Small Business, Training, Leadership Development, Social Networking, Leadership, New Business Development, Start-ups, Long-term Care, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Event Management, Seniors, Home Care, Medicaid, Community Outreach, Newsletters, Fall Prevention
Education
Gonzaga University - School of Business Administration
BBA, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Edge Systems Corp 2012 - Present
AngioScore 2011 - Present
Emerald Pet 2010 - Present
Telegrah Hill Partners 2008 - Present
Glennhawk Vineyards 2004 - Present
Glennhawk Vineyards 2009 - 2011
Central Garden & Pet 2003 - 2007
Skills
Executive Management
Education
Harvard Business School 1981 — 1981
PMD, Business
Chadron State College 1965 — 1969
BS, Business Admin.
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 2006 - Present
Education
Arizona State University
Central Garden and Pet October 2005 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET June 2001 - September 2005
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET April 1996 - June 2000
Skills
P&L Management, Consumer Products, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Supply Chain
Education
Tacoma Community College 1992 — 1994
Pierce College 1990 — 1991
Bates Technical College 1988 — 1991
Journeyman Carpenter, Construction Trades
Central Garden & Pet November 2010 - Present
National Marketing Services December 2006 - August 2008
Impact Resource Group September 2001 - December 2006
C & R Cleaners, Inc September 1989 - December 2002
PoFolks Restaurant March 1982 - August 1989
Skills
Training, Recruiting, Merchandising, Retail, Income Statement, Team Building, Sales Management, Account Management, New Business Development, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Coaching, P&L Management, Visual Merchandising, Customer Retention, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Sales Operations, P&L
Education
Appalachian State University 1976 — 1979
n/a, Business Management
Trinity High School 1973 — 1976
Diploma
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2015 - Present
Southwire Company June 2013 - January 2015
Kellogg September 2011 - June 2013
Kellogg November 2008 - September 2011
Kellogg Company February 2007 - November 2008
Worldspan April 2006 - February 2007
SunTrust Bank September 2002 - April 2006
Skills
Internal Controls, Cost Accounting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, SAP, Accounting, GAAP, Budgets, Finance, Sarbanes-Oxley, Payroll, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Variance Analysis, Hyperion Enterprise, Cash Flow, US GAAP, Fixed Assets, Financial Forecasting, Account Reconciliation, Internal Audit, Managerial Finance, Budget Process, Cross-functional Team..., Accruals, Financial Accounting, SAP BW, Microsoft Excel, Process Improvement, Auditing, Financial Modeling, General Ledger, P&L, Cash Management, Consolidation, Income Statement, Capital Budgeting, Essbase, Financial Audits, Manufacturing, Strategic Financial..., Journal Entries, Target Costing, Management, ERP, Strategy, Acquisition Integration, Leadership, Cognos, Business Process...
Education
Kennesaw State University 2006 — 2007
MBA, Business Administration
Augusta State University 1997 — 2002
BBA, Accounting
DFA
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2015 - Present
PBI Gordon Corporation February 2013 - Present
PBI Gordon Corporation August 2012 - Present
Pennington Seed July 1989 - August 2012
Skills
Consumer Products, Product Development, Market Planning, Pricing, Marketing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Retail, Sales Management, Product Management, Merchandising, Key Account Development, Account Management
Education
Georgia College and State University 1989 — 1991
Master of Business Administration, Marketing, Management
Georgia College and State University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor Of Business Administration, Marketing & Management
SYSPRO USA April 2013 - Present
Boisset Family Estates July 2005 - Present
QSI February 2012 - April 2013
Street Surfing November 2010 - February 2011
Brad Garofalo State Farm Insurance Co June 2009 - November 2010
Intercontinental Art, Inc December 2009 - October 2010
All Trade Tools, LLC September 2006 - June 2008
Commerce Energy Group July 2006 - September 2006
Central Garden & Pet July 1996 - June 2006
Golden Eagle Express May 1994 - July 1996
Skills
Sales, Training, Customer Service, New Business Development, EDI, Marketing, Leadership, Analysis, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management, Strategic Planning, Software Documentation, CRM, E-commerce, Start-ups, Pricing, Retail, Management
Education
Cerritos College
Central Garden & Pet February 2008 - October 2011
Dillards June 2005 - November 2007
Education
Arizona State University - W. P. Carey School of Business
Marketing
Tidwell Social Work Services & Consulting June 2013 - Present
Agency for New Americans August 2013 - February 2014
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET September 2012 - August 2013
WF August 2010 - September 2012
St Al 2007 - 2010
Skills
Cross-cultural, Multilingual, International Business, Business, Partnerships, Information Systems, Strategic Thinking, Integrity, Facilitation
Education
Boise State University 2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), General Studies
US Foods November 2011 - Present
Central Garden & Pet April 2007 - March 2012
RaceTrac Petroleum July 2005 - April 2007
L-3 Communications November 2004 - April 2005
Skills
SAP, Inventory Management, Procurement, Sales, Customer Service, Process Scheduler, Merchandising, MRP, Project Planning, Supply Chain..., Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel
Education
Colorado Technical University-Online 2012 — 2013
MBA, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General, 3.45
Colorado Technical University-Online 2010 — 2011
Master of Science (MS), Business/Project Mangement, 3.47
Colorado Technical University-Online 2008 — 2010
BSBA, Business w/concentration Project Management, 2.91
Colorado Technical University-Online 2007 — 2008
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business, 2.99
Mile High Express Gourmet May 2013 - Present
WoodLink November 2011 - March 2013
Botanical Interests, Inc. November 2010 - November 2011
Central Garden & Pet January 1989 - October 2010
Skills
Account Management, Key Account Development, Sales Management, New Business Development, Consumer Products, Merchandising, Sales Operations
Education
Colorado State University 1978 — 1982
B.ED, Business Education
Independent Manufacturers Sales Representative February 2012 - Present
Agio International 2002 - Present
Central Garden & Pet January 1999 - February 2012
Skills
Sales Management, Merchandising, Market Planning, Key Account Development, Forecasting, Retail, Key Account Management, Sales, Consumer Products, Competitive Analysis, Inventory Management, Pricing, Visual Merchandising, Customer Service, Wholesale, Sales Operations, P&L Management, Purchasing
Education
Cal State Long Beach 1971 — 1975
B.S., Business Admin., Marketing
California State University-Long Beach 1971 — 1975
B.S., Business Admin., Marketing
JBJ Lighting August 2011 - December 2014
Exjamin 2011 - 2011
QUALITY PETS OF CA.,INC May 2000 - August 2010
Central Garden & Pet May 1988 - March 1999
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET May 1988 - March 1999
Bergen Brunswig Drug Co. September 1986 - May 1988
Bergen Brunwigs Drug Co. October 1980 - September 1986
Skills
New Business Development, Sales Management, Purchasing, Customer Service, Management, Coaching, Sales, Inventory Control, Pricing, Time Management, Training, Small Business, Merchandising, Selling, Sales Operations, Retail, Marketing, Product Development, Inventory Management, Human Resources, Key Account Management, Key Account Development, Forecasting, Account Management
Education
California State University-Fullerton 1972 — 1975
Veterinary Science
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET April 2015 - Present
United Pet Group November 1999 - April 2015
Koch Industries August 1986 - August 1993
Education
Kansas State University 1984 — 1986
Business Administration, Accounting Finance
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET September 2011 - Present
Pennington Seed January 2007 - September 2011
Education
George Fox University
Avery Dennison November 2011 - Present
Central Garden & Pet April 2011 - March 2012
Earnest Machine Products August 2004 - May 2009
Parts Associates, Inc January 1984 - February 2004
Education
Lorain County Community College
Central Garden & Pet July 2011 - Present
Travelport January 2006 - July 2011
TRX October 1998 - December 2004
Skills
HRIS, Talent Management, Performance Management, Onboarding, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Deferred Compensation, Succession Planning, Management, Employee Relations, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Team Building, Training
Education
Georgia State University
Jewelry & Metals
University of Georgia 1975 — 1976
Jewelry & Metals
The Galloway School 1974 — 1975
The Westminster Schools 1962 — 1974
EMC March 2014 - Present
Brigham Young University August 2010 - August 2013
Selnate International School May 2011 - December 2011
Central Garden & Pet March 2009 - November 2009
Institute for Peace and Unification Studies, Seoul National University July 2008 - December 2008
Korean American Educational Commission August 2007 - December 2008
QuicKutz, Inc. August 2002 - August 2007
Joint Economic Committee, US Senate May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Python, Linux, Social Media, R, JavaScript, Teaching, Windows, HTML, Matlab, LaTeX, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Data Analysis, Unix, Research, Statistics, Shell Scripting, Technical Writing, International Relations, PowerPoint, Leadership, Customer Service, Training, SQL
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2014 — 2016
Master of Information and Data Science (MIDS), Data Science, Predictive Analytics, 3.93
Brigham Young University 2010 — 2013
Master's degree, Mathematics, 3.59
Brigham Young University 1999 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), International Relations, 3.57
Babitt Consulting October 2011 - Present
Union Bank 2012 - 2013
Tapjoy 2012 - 2012
Tissue Banks International 2012 - 2012
f'real foods 2011 - 2011
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 2008 - 2010
WESTAFF INC. 2007 - 2008
Safeway Inc 2006 - 2007
PROMAX NUTRITION INC April 2004 - September 2005
INTERACTIVE DATA CORPORATION 2001 - 2004
Skills
Accounting, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, Tax Returns, Auditing, QuickBooks, Financial Accounting, Account Reconciliation, General Ledger, Internal Controls, US GAAP, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Cost Accounting, Budgets, Finance, Managerial Finance, Financial Statements
Education
Hampton University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Accounting and Finance
Superior Farms Pet Provisions April 2013 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET August 2010 - April 2013
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2004 - August 2010
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET January 2000 - January 2004
Skills
Sales Management, Sales Operations, IRI, Merchandising, Category Management, Retail, Management, Key Account Management, Key Account Development, Wholesale, Trade Shows, Consumer Products, P&L Management, Market Planning, Pricing, Grocery, Sales
Education
Liberty University
Word of Life Bible Institute
SIKES PAPER July 2012 - Present
Southeast link July 2005 - June 2012
AmSan Cleaning & Maintenance Supplies August 2002 - June 2005
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET June 1999 - March 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Logistics, Inventory Control, Process Improvement, Shipping
Education
Georgia Southern University
L&L Nursery Supply Inc. May 2005 - Present
Central Garden & Pet February 1998 - May 2005
Marketing Control Systems January 1992 - January 1998
Skills
Merchandising, Selling, Account Management, Retail, New Business Development, Business Management, Management, Key Account Management, Market Research, Trade Shows, Sales Operations, Sales, Marketing, Consumer Products, Forecasting, Customer Service, Key Account Development, Advertising, Pricing, Cold Calling, Market Planning, Direct Sales, Competitive Analysis, Wholesale
Education
Marylhurst University 1988 — 1992
Bachelors Degree Business management, Business Management
Portland Community College 1982 — 1988
Associates Degree, Bus. Mgmt & Supervisory Development
ITT technical Institute - Portland, OR 1979 — 1982
Assoc Applied Eng Science, Electronics
Central Garden & Pet 2006 - 2015
New England Pottery 2001 - 2006
Skills
Licensed Customs Broker, Certified Customs..., C-TPAT, NAFTA, Trade Compliance, Customs Regulations, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Import, Supply Chain, International Logistics, Transportation, Logistics, Shipping, 3PL, Customs Brokerage, Freight Forwarding, Warehousing, Freight, Operations Management, Transportation..., Air Freight
Education
Fisher College
Law, 3.9
Central Garden and Pet November 2010 - Present
Central Garden & Pet 2010 - Present
Chuck Latham Associates, Inc. September 2007 - November 2010
PETSMART SSG 2003 - 2006
Skills
Consumer Products, Training, Merchandising, Forecasting, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Sourcing, Management, Key Account Development, Account Management, Product Development, Sales, Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Key Account Management, P&L Management, Market Planning, Product Marketing, Pricing, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, FMCG, Shopper Marketing, Customer Insight, Trade Shows, Trade Marketing, Grocery, IRI, Pricing Strategy, New Business Development, Income Statement, Supply Chain, Profit, Wholesale, Private Label, National Accounts, Selling, Market Analysis, Retail Category..., Purchasing, Planograms, Market Research, Demand Planning, International Sales, CPFR
Education
Arizona State University 1979 — 1985
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET July 2013 - Present
Fuel American Freedom March 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Operations Management, Team Building, Project Management, Management, Strategic Planning, Logistics
Education
Auburn University 1986 — 1991
Bachelors of Science, Zoology
Central Garden & Pet October 2012 - Present
TJT Inc June 2011 - Present
Elixir Industries December 2002 - March 2010
Education
Boise State University 1986 — 1993
BS, Psychology
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET July 2015 - Present
Jakks Pacific September 2008 - May 2015
United Pet Group July 2004 - September 2008
Sergeant's Pet Care Products 2001 - 2004
Heinz Pet 1996 - 1999
Skills
Competitive Analysis, Toys, Brand Management, Consumer Products, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Marketing, Market Planning, Trade Shows, Marketing Management, Merchandising, P&L Management, Product Development, Customer Insight, Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Sales Management, New Business Development, Retail, Sales, Consumer Insight
Education
Miami University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET September 2014 - Present
Z Tags North America May 2009 - Present
Central Life Sciences August 2006 - May 2009
Farnam Companies May 2003 - August 2006
Water Conservation Management Program (WCMP) February 1998 - April 2003
Skills
Customer Service, Order Processing, Phone Etiquette, Telephone Skills, Customer Support, Highly detail oriented, File Management, Filing, Customer Satisfaction, Office Administration, Organization, Customer Retention, Customer Service..., Data Entry, Fax, Customer Service..., Team-oriented, Inventory, Supervising, Customer Experience, Invoice Processing, Troubleshooting, Performance Metrics, Commitment to Customer..., Invoicing, Fast-paced, Advertising, Agribusiness, Agriculture, People Skills, Goal Oriented, Accounts Payable
Education
Arizona State University 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BS), Agribusiness Management
Glendale Community College 1994 — 1998
Associate of Arts (AA), Fine Arts
Bowcutts flooring anerica May 2013 - Present
Self-employed June 2007 - Present
Natural De-Lites June 2007 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET November 2004 - February 2009
Education
Columbia College
Asociates of Science in Criminal Justice Administration
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET April 2013 - Present
Anderson, Julian & Hull May 1997 - March 2013
Capitol Law Group, PLLC 2012 - 2013
Skills
Accounting, Financial Reporting, Accounting Applications, Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Employee Benefits
Education
Northwest Nazarene University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration
Boise State University 2007 — 2007
Specialty Homecare Lifeline June 2008 - Present
Terrace View Residential Services Inc 1998 - Present
AgSynergy Inc April 2003 - December 2005
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET August 1997 - April 2003
Staples August 1996 - August 1997
Ernst Home & Nursery April 1993 - August 1996
Education
Gonzaga University - School of Business Administration 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Hocking International Laboratories 2009 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET May 2002 - October 2009
Skills
Management, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Team Building, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Contract Negotiation, Leadership
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's degree
The Home Depot March 2014 - Present
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company 2000 - 2013
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET September 1990 - August 2000
Skills
Key Account Development, Sales Operations, Consumer Products, FMCG, Key Account Management, Sales Management, Trade Marketing, Forecasting, Sales, Shopper Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, Merchandising, Account Management, Retail, Customer Insight, Pricing, Market Planning, New Business Development, Product Development, Inventory Management, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Team Building
Education
Auburn University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Ornamental Horticulture
Silverline by Andersen June 2013 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET September 2009 - May 2013
White Castle Bakery September 2000 - February 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Team Building, Production Managment
Education
Kean University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mathematics
LSU Health Sciences Center February 2005 - Present
Nazareth Health and Rehab 2000 - 2003
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET 1998 - 1999
Skills
Healthcare, Clinical Research, Public Health, Hospitals, Healthcare Management, Program Development, Dedication to..., Dedicated to work, Patient Safety, Health Education, Customer Service, Medical Education, Healthcare Information..., Epidemiology, Public Speaking, Mediation, ACGME, Management, Research
Education
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Northern Michigan University
General Studies
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET March 2007 - Present
Bayer CropScience August 2005 - March 2007
Gustafson LLC 1999 - 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, SAP, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Negotiation, Editing
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington
Collin County Community College
University of Texas at El Paso
Secondary Counseling
Stephen F. Austin State University
Bachelor's Degree, Biology, General
Prince Georges Community College July 2014 - Present
The Home Depot September 2005 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET April 2013 - September 2013
Education
College of Southern Maryland 2005 — 2013
N/A, Art/Art Studies, General
Westlake High School 1999 — 2003
High school Diploma, Art/Art Studies, General
Scott Pet Products May 2013 - Present
CENTRAL GARDEN & PET March 2007 - April 2013
Skills
Management, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Products, Pricing, Key Account Management, Sales, Account Management, Key Account Development, Sales Operations, Sales Management, New Business Development, Marketing
Education
University of Central Florida 1987 — 1990
BSBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Mars Hill University 1985 — 1987
Business Administration and Management, General; Psychology