Jakks Pacific
Industry: Toy company
DescriptionJakks Pacific, Inc. is an American company that designs and markets toys and consumer products, with a range of products that feature numerous children's toy licenses. Headquarters: Santa Monica, California, United States CEO: Stephen G. Berman (Apr 2010–) Founder: Jack Friedman Founded: January 1995 Subsidiaries: JAKKS Sales Corporation, Maui Toys, Inc.,
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Jakks Pacific Employees
Uncle Milton November 2010 - Present
Jakks Pacific 2000 - 2010
Colorbok - Flying Colors 1997 - 2000
McNamara Associates 1984 - 1997
Skills
Illustration, Product Design, Concept Design, Design Strategy, Interaction Design, Concept Generation, Humor, Model Making, Packaging, Design Thinking, Graphics, Design Management, Rapid Prototyping, Experience Design, Concept Development, Illustrator
Education
College for Creative Studies 1980 — 1984
Bachelors, Illustration
Jay Franco and Sons December 2006 - Present
Jakks Pacific April 2004 - December 2006
Vtech Electronics 2003 - 2004
Skills
New Business Development, Consumer Products, Merchandising, Trade Shows, Retail, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Packaging, Brand Licensing, Product Development, Product Management, Sales, Product Launch, Strategic Planning, Licensing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Textiles, Pricing, P&L Management, Brand Development, Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Strategic Partnerships, Market Planning
Education
Michigan State University
Gareth Emery, LLC May 2015 - Present
The Big House Media Company/Girl On Fire Entertainment March 2014 - May 2015
Jakks Pacific October 2013 - February 2014
Live Nation Entertainment/Front Line Management/Azoff Music March 2012 - January 2013
Bug Music March 2011 - January 2012
Mitch Schneider Organization June 2010 - March 2011
Fly PR August 2008 - July 2010
Shout! Factory October 2009 - December 2009
Warner Brothers Records March 2008 - August 2008
Music World Entertainment September 2007 - March 2008
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Record Labels, Music Supervision, Songwriting, Outlook, Time Management, Music Management, Interviews, Film, Composition, Music Production, Digital Media, Entertainment Industry, Recording, Public Relations, New Media, Publicity, Entertainment
Education
Oklahoma City University 2003 — 2007
B.A., Music Business & Piano Performance
French Wine Society
French Wine Scholar
DataScan Field Services February 2015 - Present
Jakks Pacific August 2014 - January 2015
Bank of America March 2012 - August 2013
Fiserv March 2007 - February 2011
Answer Financial Insurance June 2004 - March 2007
Skills
Vendor Management, Policy, Insurance, Banking, Risk Assessment, Disaster Recovery, Security, Project Coordination, Underwriting, Time Management, Organizational..., Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Research, Quality Assurance Call..., Process Control Review, Ad Hoc Reporting, Quality Review, Document Control, Internal Controls, Stop Gap Analysis, Compliance Audit, Close Attention to..., Highly versatile, acheiving results, Quality Control, Quality Auditing, Customer Service, Program Management, Internal Audit, Business Analysis, Analysis
Education
Los Angeles Valley College 1999 — 2001
Business Management
Huntington Park High School
Diploma, General Studies
Ren Beanie Public Relations April 2009 - Present
Jakks Pacific September 2005 - February 2009
Play Along September 2005 - February 2009
Manley Toy Quest March 2004 - August 2005
FAO Schwarz February 2003 - January 2004
Skills
Copywriting, Press Releases, Public Relations, Promotions, Trade Shows, PR for Children's Toys..., Toys
Education
Miami Ad School 2001 — 2002
Graphic Design
University of Florida 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Advertising/Business
The Walt Disney Company April 2014 - Present
Jakks Pacific June 2011 - April 2014
Creative Designs International May 2008 - June 2011
Target July 2006 - April 2008
Fashion Institute of Technology July 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Toy Design, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Design Direction, Toys, Product Design, Retail, Ideation, Private Label, Concept Design, Illustration, Graphic Design, Graphics, Illustrator, Concept Development, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Brand Development, Design Strategy, Consumer Products, Photoshop, Sketching, Design Thinking, Visual Communication, Photography, Corporate Identity, Logo Design, Fashion
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2004 — 2006
bachelors
Fashion Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Volt Workforce Solutions March 2013 - November 2014
Spin Master Ltd. December 2012 - February 2013
Jakks Pacific February 2012 - October 2012
Encore Software August 2007 - December 2011
Encore August 2007 - February 2009
Encore August 2007 - February 2008
Appleone Staffing March 2007 - August 2007
The Creative Group February 2006 - March 2007
Apple Retail November 2004 - September 2006
HarperCollins Publishers 2004 - 2005
Skills
Marketing, Producing, Screenwriting, Television, Film, Forecasting, Video Games, Pop Culture, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Product Development, Copywriting, SEO, Strategy, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Management, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Product Management
Education
New York University 1999 — 2001
BFA, Film
Tulane University 1997 — 1999
n/a, English
Jakks Pacific 2013 - 2013
THQ 2007 - 2012
Activision 2005 - 2007
The Coca-Cola Company 2001 - 2005
ConAgra Foods 1997 - 2001
The Schwan Food Company 1993 - 1997
Jack in the Box 1992 - 1993
The Walt Disney Company 1991 - 1992
Skills
Brand Management, Marketing, Strategy, Team Leadership, P&L Management, Strategic Partnerships, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Product Development, Mobile Marketing, Customer Insight, Social Media, Video Games, Product Management, Digital Media, Marketing Strategy, Kids Marketing, Negotiation, Entertainment, Online Marketing, Market Planning, Brand Development, Project Management, Social Media Marketing, Mobile Devices, Creative Direction, Business Planning, Profit & Loss Management, Adult Marketing, Mobile Games, Forecasting, Advertising, Product Launch, Marketing Management, New Product Development, Plans, Trade Marketing, Entrepreneurship, User Experience, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Online Communications, Cross Functional Team..., Product Innovation, Segmentation, Business Development, SEO, Brand Awareness
Education
Kellogg Graduate School of Management
Executive Program
San Diego State University-California State University
BS, Marketing
University of New Hampshire
Semster Exchange Program
Webster University
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Equity Management Inc. April 2015 - Present
Cartwheel Kids April 2013 - January 2015
KidKraft November 2010 - April 2013
Mattel May 2008 - September 2010
South Bay United Water Polo Club June 2005 - August 2010
Mattel February 2006 - May 2008
Mattel November 2004 - February 2006
Jakks Pacific September 2003 - October 2004
Skills
Project Management, Product Engineering, Product Development, Product Design, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Product Management, Packaging, Competitive Analysis, Design for Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Toys, Management, Product Innovation, Product Lifecycle..., Industrial Design
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology
BS, Mechanical Engineering
City of Savannah September 2015 - Present
The Figure Mark Podcast January 2015 - Present
Collective Digital Studio November 2014 - Present
Wicked Cool Toys July 2013 - Present
Bed Bath & Beyond June 2013 - Present
City of Savannah March 2015 - May 2015
Bent Pixels January 2014 - January 2015
Jakks Pacific September 2009 - December 2014
WWE November 2013 - November 2014
University of Tampa September 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Film Production, Film Editing, Photoshop, Illustrator, Stop Motion Animation, Social Networking, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, iMovie, Final Cut Express/Pro, Creative Concept..., Film Directing, Digital Photography, Online Video, Final Cut Pro, Twitter, Facebook, Online Marketing, Web Video, Video Editing, Television, Creative Direction, Stop Motion, Animation, Directing, Documentaries, Product Development, Short Films, Film, Producing, Video Production, Video, Publicity, Entertainment, Commercials, New Media, Screenwriting
Education
College of Lake County 2015 — 2015
Social Media Certificate, Social Media
Savannah College of Art and Design 2013 — 2015
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Film/Directing
University of Tampa 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Film & Media Arts
Vernon Hills High School 2005 — 2009
High School Diploma
Jakks Pacific 2005 - Present
Skills
Executive..., Sales Operations, Brand Management, Consumer Products, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Clerical Skills, Project Coordination, Merchandising, Marketing, PC, Mac, Outlook, Brand Development
Education
Fullerton College 2000 — 2003
Disney Consumer Products July 2015 - Present
Age of Learning, Inc. / ABCmouse.com August 2014 - July 2015
Hasbro July 2014 - August 2014
Jakks Pacific 2012 - 2014
Jada 2011 - 2012
Hasbro 2010 - 2010
Mattel 2009 - 2009
Skills
Product Design, User Experience, Graphic Design, Illustrator, User Interface Design, Sketching, Design Strategy, Rapid Prototyping, User Research, Wireframes, Interaction Design, HTML, CSS, Content Strategy, A/B testing, OmniGraffle, Graphics
Education
General Assembly 2014 — 2014
certificate, User Experience Design
University of California, Los Angeles 2013 — 2014
extension certificate, User Experience, Web, & Interaction Design
Otis College of Art and Design 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design (Toy focus)
Pasadena City College 2006 — 2008
Industrial/ Graphic Design
Disney Consumer Products June 2013 - Present
Jakks Pacific April 2012 - June 2013
Munchkin May 2011 - April 2012
Disney Consumer Products June 2010 - May 2011
Disney Consumer Products February 2008 - June 2010
P&G June 2006 - November 2007
Skills
Licensing, Brand Development, Media Relations, Toys, Consumer Products, Consumer Insights, Competitive Analysis, Customer Insight, Brand Licensing, Packaging, Design Strategy, Brand Management, Marketing, Brand Architecture, Integrated Marketing, Creative Direction, Product Marketing, Product Development, P&L Management, Marketing Research
Education
Emerson College 2006 — 2007
MA, Global Marketing Communications and Advertising
UC Riverside 2002 — 2006
BA, English
Entrepreneur November 2014 - Present
. June 2013 - Present
Jakks Pacific October 2014 - December 2014
Jakks Pacific June 2014 - August 2014
Hobie Surf Shops February 2014 - May 2014
YMCA September 2012 - February 2013
Skills
Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Music Production, Typography, Public Speaking, Swimming, Swim Lessons, Soccer Coaching, DJ, Retail Sales, CPR Certified, First Aid, Film Photography
Education
Los Angeles Film School 2015 — 2017
Associate's degree, Music Production
Laguna College of Art and Design 2013 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design, freshman Year
Pacific palisades charter high school 2009 — 2013
general education, 9-12
Horizon Group USA March 2013 - Present
Yaeko Abe Design October 2011 - Present
Jakks Pacific June 2010 - October 2011
The Goldberger Co. June 2008 - June 2010
Gemmy Industries May 2007 - August 2007
Ted Baker March 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Toys, Illustration, Concept Development, Art Direction, Image Manipulation, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Concept Design, Logo Design, Packaging, Industrial Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, Sketching, Fashion, Rendering, Creative Direction, Corporate Branding, Digital Illustration
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Toy Design
Fashion Institute of Technology 2004 — 2006
Associate's Degree, Fashion Illustration
The Disney Store February 2014 - December 2014
Mega Brands October 2013 - February 2014
Little Linda Designs 2011 - February 2014
Jakks Pacific May 2012 - August 2012
Jakks Pacific May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketching, Sewing, Pattern Making, Character Design, Model Making, Painting, Character Animation, Packaging, Toys, Concept Development, Sculpture, Rhino, Package Design, Graphic Design, InDesign, After Effects, Orthographic Drawings, Vray, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Illustration, Concept Design, Art, Industrial Design, Creative Direction, Time Management, Pattern
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Toy Design
Disney Consumer Products August 2015 - Present
Freelance Designer / Self Employed December 2014 - Present
Jakks Pacific September 2013 - November 2014
Volcano July 2010 - September 2013
Skills
Product Design, Toys, Drawing, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketching, Product Development, Graphic Design, Brand Development, Branding & Identity, Toy Industry, ske, adobe, Illustrator, Concept Development, Concept Design, Illustration
Education
Kean University 2008 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Industrial and Product Design
County College of Morris 2005 — 2008
Associate of Fine Arts (AFA), Industrial and Product Design
Pratt Institute 2004 — 2005
Industrial and Product Design
Jakks Pacific March 2015 - Present
Target November 2014 - March 2015
Target August 2013 - January 2015
Target August 2011 - August 2013
Skills
VBA, Microsoft Excel, Sony Vegas, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Analytics, Web Development, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Problem Solving, Inventory Management, Merchandising
Education
Concordia College 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Shakeys Pizza Parlor March 2010 - Present
Jakks Pacific October 2009 - December 2009
Jack in the Box July 2006 - September 2009
Skills
Costumer service, Computers
Education
Mt. San Antonio College 2006 — 2006
None, Graphic Design
Relevé Apparel January 2014 - Present
Promotional Partners Worldwide (PPW Toys) March 2005 - Present
SourceMecca Design June 2007 - August 2010
Jakks Pacific June 2002 - March 2005
Neurosmith, LLC. March 2002 - June 2002
Equity Marketing (now known as Pitch) June 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Creative Direction, Design for Manufacturing, Graphic Design, Packaging, Toy Design, Brand Development, Team Management, Toys, Design Thinking, Illustration, Concept Design, Digital Illustration, Graphics, Product Design, Product Marketing, Marketing, Consumer Products, Product Development, Design Strategy, Retail, Sketching, Art, Art Direction, Concept Development, Management
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 1998 — 2002
BFA, Toy Design
The Walking Company April 2013 - Present
Jakks Pacific January 2005 - January 2010
Skills
Brand Development, Brand Management, Consumer Products, Integrated Marketing, Licensing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Market Analysis
Education
Loyola Marymount University 2002 — 2004
Bachelors degree Liberal Arts, History
University of Arizona
ProMark Intl September 2014 - Present
Bracketron June 2013 - September 2014
Total Sales Solutions December 2007 - May 2013
Uniek, Inc. October 2006 - December 2007
Jakks Pacific October 1999 - October 2006
Newell Rubbermaid April 1998 - October 1999
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Sales, Merchandising, Management, P&L Management, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Negotiation, Consumer Products, Retail, Sales Management, Competitive Analysis, Packaging, Product Management, Retail Sales, Sales Process, Consumer Package Goods, Sales Presentations, Leadership, Account Management
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison
BS, Consumer Science and Business
Edgewood College
MBA
Iconix Brand Group January 2013 - Present
Licensing Industry Merchandisers' Association 2011 - Present
Jakks Pacific May 2012 - December 2013
L.A.B Licensing and Branding, LLC January 2012 - January 2013
Reach 4 Entertainment 2012 - 2013
Nickelodeon 1999 - 2011
Little Golden Books 1997 - 1999
Lorne Michaels' Broadway Video 1992 - 1996
United Media, a Division of Scripps Howard 1986 - 1992
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Licensing, Franchisee Management, Entertainment, Consumer Products, Digital Media, Toys, Strategic Partnerships, Television, Integrated Marketing, Creative Direction, New Media, Content Strategy, Brand Licensing, Brand Management, Product Development, Advertising, Social Media, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Social Networking, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Brand Development, Management, Retail
Education
College of the Holy Cross
BA, English
Fehrenbach Design & Advertising 2003 - Present
BEIFA Group Co., Ltd August 2009 - Present
Chaminade College Preparatory 2011 - 2012
Farmers Insurance 2009 - 2010
Jakks Pacific February 2008 - July 2009
realtor.com 2007 - 2007
The Walt Disney Company and Cornerstone Display 2006 - 2007
Mailmark (a Division of Dominion Enterprises) 2004 - 2005
Aon Corporation 2001 - 2003
Companies of early career 1999 - 2000
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Advertising, Brand Development, Collateral, Brand Architecture, Packaging, Social Media, Email Marketing, Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Creative Collaboration, Creative Pitching, Art Direction, Creative Vision, Mobile Marketing..., Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Interactive Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Interactive Media, Traditional Media, Concept Development, Team Management, Team Mentoring, Critical Thinking, Business Development, Strategic Partnership ..., Cross-Disciplinary ..., Vendor Management, Project Management, Thought Leadership, Contract Negotiations, Strong Interpersonal ..., Solid Written and..., UX and UI Design, Web Content Management, Mobile Content..., Responsive Web Design, Copywriting, Time Management, Public Speaking, Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, After Effects, InDesign, PowerPoint, Keynote
Education
Kent State University 1981 — 1985
BFA, Graphic Design
University of Cincinnati 1980 — 1981
n/a, Graphic Design and Music
Gemline August 2015 - Present
Maker Motorsports 2014 - Present
Contour Products Inc. August 2012 - August 2015
NONOBJECT July 2012 - August 2012
Contour Products Inc. October 2011 - July 2012
Diebold August 2011 - December 2011
Jakks Pacific May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Ideation, Problem Solving, Spontaneous..., Illustrator, Concept Development, Photoshop, Prototyping, Graphic Design, InDesign, Product Development, Modeling, Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver, Sketching, Solidworks, Market Research, Packaging Design, Brand Development, Packaging, Illustration, Product Design, Design Thinking, Concept Design, Model Making, 3D, Sketchbook Pro, Graphics
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 2009 — 2012
BFA, Industrial Design
Kendall College of Art and Design 2007 — 2009
Industrial Design
JAKKS Pacific July 2012 - Present
MGA Entertainment 2007 - July 2012
LeapFrog Enterprises 2003 - 2006
LEGO Systems, Inc. 2000 - 2003
RH Donnelley 1998 - 2000
Skills
Retail, Forecasting, Account Management, Product Development, Sales Operations, Sales, Product Marketing, Consumer Products, Toys, Brand Management, Trade Shows, Merchandising, Program Management, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, P&L Management, Business Planning, Leadership
Education
Cornell University 1992 — 1996
S-K Victory May 2015 - Present
Summer Infant January 2014 - May 2015
S-K Victory LLC December 2012 - January 2014
Jakks Pacific April 2001 - May 2012
Toy Max Inc. April 1990 - March 2001
Skills
Consumer Products, Toys, Product Development, Merchandising, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Licensing, Retail, Product Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, New Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting
Education
Hofstra University 1985 — 1987
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing
SUNY Albany 1980 — 1984
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Sagefield Power January 2012 - Present
Plum Gallery 2012 - Present
Freelance Artist and Graphic Designer 2002 - Present
PVDepot.com March 2012 - July 2012
Santos Excavating 2006 - 2009
Jakks Pacific 2003 - 2005
Skills
Sales, Retail, Account Managment, Multitasking Skills, Critical Thinking, Consumer Relations, Human Resources, Certified Payroll, Payroll, Hard Worker, Motivated self-starter, Intelligent
Education
Collins College 2000 — 2002
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Design and Visual Communications, General, 3.46
Disney Consumer Products October 2015 - Present
Disney Consumer Products July 2013 - Present
Jakks Pacific May 2012 - July 2013
Lisa Hoffman Beauty June 2011 - January 2012
Universal Orlando July 2006 - September 2008
Court TV January 2006 - June 2006
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Relationship Management, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Product Management, Promotions, Sales Analysis, Brand Management
Education
Pepperdine University 2010 — 2012
M.B.A., Brand Marketing
New York University 2001 — 2005
B.S., Communications
Playtika Santa Monica June 2014 - Present
Volt Workforce Solutions 2009 - 2014
Activision April 2012 - December 2012
Jakks Pacific January 2012 - March 2012
Disney Interactive Media Group August 2010 - December 2010
Disney Interactive Studios March 2009 - August 2009
2K Games June 2008 - December 2008
Cinema Paper Rentals December 2003 - February 2006
Skills
Video Games, Microsoft Office 2007, German, Gameplay, Testing, Social Games, Bug Tracking, PSP, Computer Games, Multiplayer, Quality Assurance, JIRA, DevTrack, Game Testing, Game Mechanics, MMO, Microsoft Office, Console, Xbox 360, Gamification
Education
Los Angeles Valley College 2004 — 2007
ASICS America November 2013 - Present
Icebreaker May 2010 - August 2013
Broadway by the Sea Health Care Center September 2008 - May 2010
Jakks Pacific December 2007 - July 2008
Spectrum Athletic Clubs May 2007 - December 2007
Spectrum Athletic Clubs September 2006 - April 2007
Bing and Associates Inc. March 2005 - July 2006
Merrell Footwear January 2004 - March 2005
Skills
Retail, Sales, Visual Merchandising, Marketing, Outside Sales, Sales Operations, Management, Wholesale, Trade Shows, Brand Development, Brand Management, Apparel, Merchandising, Fashion, Footwear
Education
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business 1996 — 2001
Reeelit January 2015 - Present
Eleven Lola September 2014 - Present
Saatchi & Saatchi October 2014 - June 2015
Grey Group October 2013 - September 2014
Grey Group October 2010 - October 2013
Jakks Pacific March 2007 - January 2008
Miracles4Fun January 2007 - May 2007
Is It Done Yet Inc February 2006 - October 2006
Education
Harvard University 2012 — 2012
Certificate, Digital Marketing: Social Media and Online Strategies
Miami ad school / Florida International University 2009 — 2010
Masters, Global Strategic Communications
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale 2003 — 2006
Bachelor, Industrial Design
PARK January 2010 - Present
Grow June 2011 - Present
ActGivity December 2009 - Present
JAKKS Pacific June 2009 - November 2009
Alternative Strategies July 2008 - June 2009
Aregoni International February 2008 - August 2008
NSM Resources December 1999 - January 2006
Skills
Design Management, Design Thinking, Design Strategy, Strategic Design, Management Consulting, Experience Design, Business Strategy, Concept Development, Entrepreneurship, Innovation Management, User-centered Design, Social Media, Brand Management, Product Design, Industrial Design, Service Design, Change Management, Concept Generation, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, User Experience Design, Brand Architecture, Ethnography, Innovation Consulting, Business Design, New Business Development, Brand Development, Brand Innovation, Product Innovation, Ideation, User Experience, Project Planning, Marketing Research, Entrepreneurial..., Strategy
Education
Domus Academy 2006 — 2007
Masters
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's Degree
History & Heraldry USA LLC February 2015 - Present
STA Elements September 2013 - February 2015
History & Heraldry USA LLC August 2007 - August 2013
Deco Lav, Inc. August 2005 - May 2007
Jakks Pacific August 2004 - June 2005
Lockheed Martin Information Technology November 2002 - March 2004
Skills
Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Warehousing, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Manufacturing, Warehouse Management, Shipping, Inventory Control, Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Vendor Relations, Strategic Planning, Forecasting, ERP, Demand Planning, Logistics Management, Planning, Excel, Cost Reduction, Process Improvement, Team Building, Transportation, Production Planning, Microsoft Office, Budgeting, Microsoft Excel, Distribution Center..., MRP, Supply Chain..., Supply Chain Operations, International Logistics, Program Management, Operations Management, Management, Project Planning, Negotiation, Product Development, Budgets, Troubleshooting, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Training, Supply Management, Process Engineering, Sourcing, Vendor Management
Education
Ferrum College 1993 — 1997
BA, Business Management
Fisher Price October 2013 - Present
Foss Swim School February 2013 - Present
Jakks Pacific January 2013 - Present
Rehkemper ID July 2012 - January 2013
Mattel June 2011 - August 2011
Nestlé USA September 2010 - December 2010
Cincinnati Recreation Commission May 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Alias, Rhino 3D, Zbrush, Cake Decorating, Photography, Acoustic Guitar, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Industrial and Product Design
Jakks Pacific March 2015 - Present
MGA Entertainment September 2013 - February 2015
Pepperdine University August 2011 - August 2013
Jakks Pacific August 2007 - August 2011
Costa, Abrams & Coate October 2006 - August 2007
Jakks Pacific March 2006 - October 2006
Warner Bros. January 2006 - June 2006
CEDR June 2005 - August 2005
Knox College 2001 - 2004
Skills
Licensing, Intellectual Property, Copyright Law, Trademarks, Patents, Consumer Products, Litigation, Entertainment Law, Commercial Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Patent Litigation, Legal Research, Trade Secrets, Social Media Marketing, Dispute Resolution, Alternative Dispute..., Mediation, Legal Writing, Joint Ventures, Strategy, Administrative Law, Corporate Law
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Digital Innovations and Information Systems Concentration
Pepperdine University School of Law 2004 — 2007
JD, Palmer Center Fellow - Entertainment Law Emphasis
Knox College 2001 — 2004
BA, Political Science, History, (double major)
International Laser Group September 2014 - Present
Harbor Freight Tools November 2011 - September 2014
Medical Packaging April 2009 - January 2011
Creativity Inc October 2004 - January 2009
Westrim Crafts October 2004 - January 2009
Jakks Pacific September 2000 - July 2004
Flying Colors Toys August 1994 - September 2000
Colorbök Paper Products 1994 - 2000
Education
Michigan State University 1978 — 1982
BS, Packaging
Brooklyn Public Library April 2014 - Present
Whatsupnoah.com February 2010 - Present
Scholastic January 2014 - January 2014
SARANKCO: The Design Office of Steven Rank August 2013 - October 2013
Ceradini Brand Design July 2013 - August 2013
Coty May 2013 - July 2013
Jakks Pacific August 2012 - February 2013
Break Media April 2010 - August 2012
Mosaic Media Group September 2007 - March 2008
United Talent Agency January 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Logo Design, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Illustration, Art, Motion Graphics, Branding, After Effects, SEO, Direct Mail, Environmental Graphics, Creative Direction
Education
UCLA Extension 2009 — 2012
Certificate, Design Communication Arts
Emerson College 2003 — 2005
BA, Media Arts
School of Visual Arts
Continuing Education, Advertising
Classic Motorcar Auctions, LLC 2006 - Present
Jakks Pacific June 2008 - April 2009
Anvil Auto June 2007 - February 2008
3D Industrial Design 2007 - 2008
Kanter Concepts 2003 - 2003
Skills
Logo Design, Advertising, Brochures, Image Editing, Magazines, Photography, Photoshop, Illustrator, Prototype, Model Making, Automotive Design, Marker Rendering, Sketching, Classic Car, Space planning, Automobile, Concept Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Rendering, Design Strategy
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Hoover High School 1995 — 1999
Jakks Pacific January 2012 - December 2012
Jakks Pacific/ Disguise September 2008 - December 2011
Disguise Inc. 1999 - 2008
Decipher Games, Inc. 1995 - 1998
Hasbro February 1992 - September 1995
Hasbro 1988 - 1992
Skills
Intellectual Property, P&L Management, Expert Witness, Licensing, Toys, Negotiation, New Business Development, Consumer Products, Brand Development, Character Animation, Merchandising, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Brand Management, Brand Licensing, Retail, Product Marketing, Marketing, Entertainment, Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Customer Insight, Strategic Partnerships, Management, Entrepreneurship, Entertainment Law
Education
Cornell College
BA
Syracuse University
JD, Law
Hasbro October 2014 - Present
Jakks Pacific August 2011 - Present
L A M - I - A M April 2011 - Present
Mattel June 2010 - September 2010
Jakks Pacific June 2009 - January 2010
Titmouse 2008 - 2009
Skills
Product Design, Toys, Packaging, Concept Design, Concept Development
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Toy Design
East Los Angeles College
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
F.I.T. Camp October 2011 - Present
Golds Gym January 2009 - April 2011
MGR Real Estate October 2009 - January 2011
LA Fitness July 2007 - October 2008
First Republic Funding May 2006 - May 2007
Amerifund Smart Homes March 2005 - April 2006
LA Fitness February 2005 - August 2005
Jakks Pacific July 2003 - July 2004
Robert Lee`s TKD January 1996 - September 2000
Skills
Fitness Training, Bodybuilding, Health, Real Estate, Negotiation, Property Management, Retail, Investment Properties, Marketing, Sports, Time Management, Investors, Corporations, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Investments, Leases, Customer Service, REO, Relocation, Short Sales, Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Real Estate, Fitness, Sales, Event Planning, Team Building, Sellers, Sales Management, Real Estate Economics
Education
Citrus College
Transfer Credits
Mt. San Antonio College
Transfer Credits
Jakks Pacific August 2014 - Present
Command Cupid January 2013 - July 2014
M Advisory Group June 2012 - December 2012
Loyola Marymount University May 2012 - August 2012
Loyola Marymount University Event Services January 2012 - May 2012
Loyola Marymount Business School October 2010 - February 2011
Marymount Campus Ministry February 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Customer Service, Teamwork, English, Windows, Time Management, Social Media, Facebook, French, Twitter, Microsoft Excel, Email Marketing, Marketing, Microsoft Word
Education
Loyola Marymount University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's, Business Administration Marketing and Business Law Emphasis
Jakks Pacific May 2014 - Present
JAKKS Pacific August 2013 - April 2014
Jakks Pacific July 2012 - July 2013
Venecia July 2011 - August 2011
Capital Group Realty July 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Event Planning, Real Estate, Social Media, Research, Public Speaking, Sales, Management, Marketing Strategy
Education
Loyola Marymount University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Law, Philosophy
Easter Unlimited / Fun World September 2013 - Present
ProductWorks May 2012 - August 2013
NSI International, Inc. July 2011 - May 2012
VM Global Manufacturing December 2009 - June 2011
Rand International Leisure Products December 2002 - November 2009
Jakks Pacific October 2000 - December 2002
Sun Hill Industries Inc January 1997 - September 2000
Easter Unlimited / Fun World March 1990 - December 1996
Skills
Consumer Products, Toys, Brand Licensing, Product Management, Trade Shows, Industrial Design, Global Sourcing, Forecasting, Product Innovation, Private Label, FMCG, Retail, Pricing, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Global Marketing, Marketing, Income Statement, International Marketing, Licensing, Creative Direction, Product Marketing, Customer Insight, Packaging, Product Design, Merchandising, Concept Development, Brand Development, Product Development, Integrated Marketing, Key Account Management, P&L Management, Sales, Strategic Partnerships, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Management, Strategy, New Business Development, International Sales, Apparel, Market Planning, Marketing Research, International Business, Marketing Management, Business Development, Management
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology
Rock-It Cargo USA LLC April 2010 - May 2015
Jakks Pacific September 2007 - September 2009
Sovereign Bank August 2005 - September 2008
Skills
Transportation, Air Freight, Logistics, Financial Reporting, Shipping, International Logistics, Accounting, Logistics Management, Import/Export Operations, Financial Analysis, Budgets, Customer Service, Operations Management, Customs Regulations, Trucking, Freight Forwarding, Warehousing, Negotiation, Supply Chain, Container, Transportation..., Freight, Supply Chain..., Accounts Payable, Team Leadership, Project Planning, Banking, International Shipping, Import, Import Export, Supply Chain Management, Export, Warehouse Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Financial Modeling, Finance, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Corporate Finance, Accounts Receivable, Process Improvement, LTL, 3PL, Ocean Freight, Dispatching, Microsoft Dynamics GP
Education
Holy Family University
BA, Accounting
Spin Master Ltd. September 2015 - Present
Dreams and Logic September 2008 - Present
Applied Minds January 2015 - May 2015
Autodesk May 2014 - January 2015
Fuel Industries September 2013 - February 2014
RoboKind December 2012 - September 2013
Jakks Pacific October 2012 - November 2012
No Roses Gallery May 2010 - November 2012
Jada Toys May 2012 - June 2012
Jakks Pacific December 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Product Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, Electronics, Toys, Consumer Electronics, Product Design, Product Management, Start-ups, Problem Solving, Intellectual Property, Concept Development, Embedded Systems, Marketing Strategy, Concept Design, Sourcing, Idea Generation, Team Leadership, Budgets, Product Marketing, Mobile Devices, Semiconductors, Business Development, Software Development, Program Management, Wireless, Leadership, Project Management, Strategic Partnerships, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Rapid Prototyping, Product Innovation, R&D, Entrepreneurship, Go-to-market Strategy, Mobile Applications, System Architecture, Product Launch, Invention, Product Lifecycle..., Industrial Design, Design Thinking, MySQL, PHP4/5, jQuery, Advanced CSS, CSS Javascript
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1979 — 1982
SB, Electrical Engineering
Jakks Pacific June 2009 - Present
MGA Entertainment May 2006 - May 2009
Mattel January 2004 - May 2006
Fred Hill and Son Co. September 2001 - January 2004
Mattel October 1996 - September 2001
The Colad Group January 1994 - October 1996
Skills
Negotiation, Business Analysis, Personnel Development, Brand Management, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Key Account Management, Business Strategy, Marketing, Team Building, Consumer Products, Product Marketing, Forecasting, Product Management, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Merchandising, Marketing Research, Budgets, Pricing, Toys, Sales, Management, Retail, Leadership, Account Management, Strategy, Brand Development, P&L Management, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 1999 — 2001
MBA
Sophia University 1994 — 1995
Canisius College 1992 — 1995
BS
Uncharted Interactive LLC January 2010 - Present
Arktos Entertainment Group August 2012 - April 2015
2K Games December 2010 - November 2012
myRMX Company July 2006 - January 2010
Riot Games March 2008 - March 2009
JAKKS Pacific 2007 - 2008
Technicolor: Creative Services November 2004 - January 2006
Novalogic March 2005 - March 2005
Activision 2004 - 2004
Skills
Video Games, Game Development, Game Design, Computer Games, Online Gaming, Casual Games, Gameplay, Level Design, Unity3D, User Interface Design, Software Documentation, MMO, Wii, MMORPG, Xbox 360, Flash, Bug Tracking, Quality Assurance, Game Testing, Game Mechanics, Multiplayer, Console, JIRA, Console Games, Xbox, Video Game Production, DevTrack, Interactive..., Gaming, Monetization, Mobile Game Development, Game Engines, Seapine Test Track Pro
Education
Moorpark College 2003 — 2007
Associates, Radio & Television Production
Malibu Highschool
General Education
Sonny Boy Studios April 2012 - Present
Independent 2010 - Present
Jakks Pacific
Skills
Packaging, Concept Development, Toys, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Art Direction, Concept Design, Art, Graphics, Team Management, Logo Design, Corporate Identity, Graphic Design, Illustration, Design Strategy, Product Development, Digital Illustration, Product Design, Layout, Catalogs, packaging design, Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, Illustrator, Visual Communication, Industrial Design, Vector Illustration, Interaction Design, photoshop, Branding & Identity, Copywriting, Research, Style Guides, Consumer Products, Sketching, Corporate Branding, Mac, chicken tamer, Photoshop
Education
Earlham College 1988 — 1992
BS, psychology
Jakks Pacific January 2015 - Present
Jakks Pacific February 2011 - Present
Freelance Designer / Self Employed October 2009 - February 2011
mattel April 2007 - September 2009
The Betesh Group 2004 - 2007
Fisher-Price June 2003 - August 2003
Jones Apparel Group September 2002 - February 2003
Skills
Textiles, Product Design, Illustrator, Toys, Sewing, Creative Direction, Sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, Design Strategy, Photoshop, Apparel, Graphics, Packaging, Consumer Products, Concept Development, Fashion, 3D, Industrial Design, Mood Boards, Concept Design, Illustration, Pattern, Draping, Product Development, Art Direction, Rendering
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
B.F.A., Toy Design
Fashion Institute of Technology 2000 — 2002
A.A.S, Fashion Design
Jakks Pacific March 2000 - Present
Films 4 Auction April 1999 - February 2000
Milk & Honey Films 1996 - 1999
Skills
Toys, Product Development, Concept Development, Brand Management, Creative Direction, Marketing, Consumer Products, Packaging, Trade Shows, Brand Development, Graphic Design, Brand Licensing, Industrial Design, Concept Design, Integrated Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Management, Graphics, Design Strategy, Entertainment, Product Design, Advertising, Merchandising, Art Direction, Event Planning, Digital Illustration, Logo Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Branding & Identity, Creative Problem Solving, Catalogs, Problem Solving
Education
Gnomon School of Visual Effects 2006 — 2007
Northern Arizona University 1988 — 1993
Bachelor's degree, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Jakks Pacific 2010 - Present
Cookie Jar Entertainment 2009 - 2010
Funosophy, Inc. 2001 - 2010
Mattel 1997 - 2000
Godiva Chocolatier 1995 - 1997
Revlon 1992 - 1997
Education
Northwestern University
K. Bell May 2014 - Present
Kayser-Roth Corporation September 2013 - May 2014
The Jones Group Inc. April 2013 - July 2013
K.Bell Socks August 2012 - February 2013
Forever 21 April 2011 - March 2012
Jakks Pacific February 2009 - March 2010
Max Studio June 2008 - December 2008
Getty Villa June 2008 - September 2008
Nordstrom March 2008 - June 2008
Rita Ghiandi Srl January 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Fashion Design, Sketching, Textiles, Tech Packs, Visual Merchandising, Fashion, Merchandising, Styling, Apparel, Illustrator, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Pattern Design, Knitwear, Trend, Trend Analysis, InDesign
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 2010 — 2010
AA, Merchandise and Product Development
Università degli Studi di Roma Tre 2000 — 2007
Laurea (5 Year Program), Arts' History
ISM October 2012 - Present
Jakks Pacific March 2009 - February 2013
Jakks Pacific June 2005 - March 2009
Impact Sales & Marketing October 2001 - June 2005
Merrill Lynch 1999 - September 2001
Skills
Consumer Products, Licensing, Product Development, Merchandising, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Retail, Product Management, New Business Development, P&L Management, Toys, Brand Licensing, Leadership, Brand Development
Education
Cornell University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's, Applied Economics and Business Management
Experis January 2011 - Present
Experis September 2010 - January 2011
Self March 2010 - September 2010
Jakks Pacific March 2010 - March 2010
Smith & Tinker, Inc. October 2009 - March 2010
Handheld Games January 2005 - October 2009
Handheld Games May 2004 - January 2005
Handheld Games June 2002 - May 2004
Nintendo of America May 2001 - September 2001
Nintendo of America May 2000 - September 2000
Skills
C++, Game Development, Video Games, Console, Scripting, Game Design, Debugging, Mobile Devices, Unity3D, Xbox 360, Software Development, Perforce, Databases, Testing, Win32 API, Quality Assurance, Test Planning, Project Management, Gameplay, Computer Games
Education
Digipen Institute of Technology 1998 — 2002
Computer Sciences, Game Production and Design
MGA September 2014 - Present
Jakks Pacific July 2008 - September 2014
Spin Master Ltd. October 2007 - July 2008
Penny Arcade May 2000 - January 2006
Shelly Adventures March 1998 - April 2000
Equity Marketing July 1995 - February 1998
Skills
Packaging, Product Development, Toys, Product Design, Art, Leadership, Retail, Licensing, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Consumer Products, Brand Development, Industrial Design, Concept Design, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1991 — 1995
Fashion Illustration, Toy Design
University of firenze, polimodo 1993 — 1993
AvatarLabs March 2014 - Present
Lunchbox June 2013 - March 2014
Black Stag Inc. November 2011 - March 2014
Woo Agency December 2012 - June 2013
Extreme Music, Sony ATV January 2010 - November 2011
Jakks Pacific March 2009 - December 2009
MGA Entertainment March 2007 - August 2008
HOLSTER RECORDS November 2004 - March 2006
Skills
Art Direction, graphic design, Web Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Typography, UX, Wireframes, Creative Direction, Interaction Design, User Experience, Logo Design, Mac, Advertising, Photography, Graphics, Social Media
Education
Corcoran College of Art + Design 2002 — 2006
BFA
Corcoran College of Art and Design 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
MagTek July 2015 - Present
MagTek July 2013 - July 2015
Jakks Pacific May 2013 - June 2013
Jakks Pacific July 2012 - May 2013
Jakks Pacific October 2010 - July 2012
Disneyland Resort July 2005 - November 2010
MetLife July 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Marketing, Account Management, Sales, Leadership, Advertising, Retail, PowerPoint, Social Media, Merchandising, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Communications, Sales Operations, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Product Marketing, Product Development, Brand Development, Market Research, Outlook, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Oracle Applications, WebEx, Lotus Notes, SugarCRM, Management, Training, Social Networking, Microsoft Word, Product Management, JD Edwards, Time Management, Business Development, Team Leadership, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Westwood College-Anaheim 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration: Marketing and Sales, 3.94 GPA
Mt. San Antonio College 2009 — 2010
Japanese Language
Bed Bath & Beyond June 2013 - Present
Toys R Us March 2012 - June 2013
Jakks Pacific September 2011 - December 2011
Skills
E-commerce, Retail, Merchandising, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Apparel, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Management, Sales, Visual Merchandising, Marketing, Inventory Management, Forecasting
Education
Montclair State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management
Playhut Inc. October 2012 - Present
The Dollmakers/Kattywompus June 1995 - Present
Toy Quest/Toy Teck March 2010 - March 2012
Jakks Pacific February 1999 - March 2010
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Artists, Brand Development, Brand Licensing, Graphic Design, Brand Management, Marketing, Product Development, Product Management, Product Marketing, Retail, Sales, Start-ups, Trade Shows, Management, Entertainment, Art, Fashion, Character Animation, Creative Direction
Education
Mt Sierra College 2012 — 2015
Graphic Design
Mt. San Antonio College 1989 — 1990
No Degree, Fine/Studio Arts, General
Pasadena City College 1988 — 1989
No Degree, Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management
Independent February 2013 - Present
MGA Entertainment November 2010 - January 2013
Jakks Pacific September 2005 - February 2009
Karmin Industries March 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Concept Design, Creative Direction, Concept Development, Illustration, Product Design, Graphics, Art Direction, Brand Development, Illustrator, Packaging
Education
Concordia University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor in Sciences, Major in Biology
Dawson College 1991 — 1994
Creative Arts, Specialization in Illustration and Design
Sr. Product Designer Maisto International Inc. March 2012 - Present
Kevin Geraldez 2010 - Present
Hampton Productions 2008 - 2012
Jakks Pacific August 2009 - December 2011
Jada Toys June 2002 - July 2009
Californnia Casuals January 1997 - June 2002
Skills
Creative Branding, Logo Design, Concept Design, Graphic Design, Freelance Graphics, Product Management, Packaging, acrylic Painting, web graphics, Screen Printing, Print, Posters, Photoshop, Illustrator, Airbrush, Photography, Acrylic Painting, Illustration, Web Graphics, Fashion, User Interface Design, Toys, Graphics, Brand Development, Art Direction, Concept Development, Brand Implementation, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Mt. San Antonio College
Santa Fe High
Strottman International December 2013 - May 2015
Mighty Fine Inc. October 2014 - March 2015
Hasbro May 2012 - December 2012
Forever 21 June 2011 - August 2011
Jakks Pacific May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Rhino 4, Microsoft Office, Technical Drawing, Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Digital Rendering, Presentation Boards, Image Editing, Concept Ideation, Drawing, Painting, Model Making, bread board modeling, Mold Making, Sculpture, Sewing, Trend Research, Fluent English, Fluent Spanish, Rendering, Screen Printing, Concept Development, Toys, Concept Design, Sketching, Illustration, Graphics, Product Design, Packaging, Brand Development, Art
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Toy Design
East Los Angeles College 2009 — 2009
Cathedral High School 2004 — 2008
High School Diploma
Alley Oop, LLC June 2011 - Present
Wham-O September 2009 - May 2011
Jakks Pacific 1999 - 2004
Flying Colors Toys 1999 - 2000
Skills
Consumer Products, Packaging, Product Design, Product Development, Toys, Brand Development, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Illustration, Concept Design, Industrial Design, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Design Strategy, Design Thinking, Sketching, Graphics, Digital Illustration, Art Direction, Branding & Identity, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Corporate Identity
Education
Oakland Community College 1989 — 1992
Graphic Design
Novi High School
LeapFrog 2012 - Present
Disney Consumer Products 2008 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2006 - Present
Jakks Pacific 2006 - Present
Crayola 2005 - Present
Hands On Design 2002 - Present
Hasbro 1997 - Present
Fisher-Price 1996 - Present
Mattel 1993 - Present
Self-employed January 1986 - Present
Skills
Illustration, Toy Design, Consumer Electronics, Character Design, Labels, Digital Illustration, Art, Concept Development, Product Design, Sketching, Industrial Design, Art Direction, Concept Design, Creative Direction, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Graphics, Design Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Corporate Identity, Toys, Photoshop, Storyboarding, Concept Generation, Drawing, Digital Painting, Painting, Game Design, Rendering, Product Development, Illustrator, Posters, Video Games, 3D, Traditional Animation, Design Thinking, Conceptual Art, 3D visualization
Education
Northern Illinois University 1981 — 1985
BFA, Fine Art, Studio Illustration
Jakks Pacific July 2014 - Present
Chavvo Animation Studios July 2013 - December 2014
Yankee Peddler May 2014 - June 2014
Spiritclips from Hallmark March 2014 - May 2014
Yankee Peddler January 2014 - February 2014
Twistory Studios August 2012 - October 2013
Otis College of Art and Design August 2011 - May 2013
Tofu Girls May 2012 - August 2012
Otis College of Art and Design May 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Character Animation, Concept Design, Illustration, Drawing, Storyboarding, Photoshop, Animation, Flash, Maya, Traditional Animation, Texturing, Illustrator, Painting, Video Games, Sculpture, Digital Painting, Conceptual Art, Final Cut Pro, Gouache, Texture Painting, Zbrush, Digital Illustration, Props, Computer Animation, Flash Animation, Compositing, After Effects, Oil Painting, Ideation, Visual Development, Character Design, Motion Graphics, 3D Modeling, Art, Character Designs, Packaging Artwork
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Digital Media
The Harvest Group April 2015 - Present
Jakks Pacific March 2013 - Present
John Brown University May 2009 - March 2013
Wilton Industries October 2011 - February 2013
Doskocil Manufacturing August 2009 - October 2011
Hanesbrands Inc. April 2008 - August 2009
Doskocil Manufacturing September 2005 - April 2008
United States Army 2006 - 2007
Tyson Foods August 2001 - September 2005
Skills
Merchandising, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Retail, Consumer Products, Inventory Management, Analytics, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Customer Insight, Management, Market Planning, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, P, Pricing, Product Development, Sales, Sales Operations, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Education
John Brown University 2005 — 2008
MBA, International Business
John Brown University 2003 — 2005
BS, Organizational Management
University of Arkansas 1996 — 1999
Charleston High School 1990 — 1996
LA Propoint September 2015 - Present
GASSER LOUNGE January 2010 - Present
THE CURLY WOLF June 2012 - Present
Hasbro December 2014 - March 2015
Jakks Pacific August 2014 - December 2014
Monster Energy January 2012 - January 2014
ESPN June 2013 - June 2013
Hot Buttered Elves, Inc. June 2012 - August 2012
Jakks Pacific June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Model Making, Sketching, Concept Design, Industrial Design, Illustrator, Concept Development, Product Design, Photoshop, Drawing, Rhino, Rendering, Character Animation, Illustration, Sculpture, Design Strategy, Digital Illustration, Packaging, Graphics, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), TOY DESIGN
El Camino College 2006 — 2009
Associate of Arts (AA), Art/Art Studies, General
Mobilization Training Battalion, School of Infantry April 2013 - Present
Jakks Pacific March 2014 - May 2015
United States Postal Service April 2013 - November 2013
1st Marine Division, Division Schools January 2011 - February 2013
3rd Battalion 7th Marines November 2007 - January 2011
Edson Range, Range Company November 2004 - November 2007
Skills
Military Experience, Military Operations, Military Logistics, Project Management, Sales Operations, Customer Experience, Customer Service, Bilingual Communications, Security Training, Appointment Scheduling, Interviewing Skills, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel
Education
ITT Technical Institute-San Dimas 2013 — 2015
Associate’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Rubie's Costume Co., Inc. November 2013 - Present
Jakks Pacific August 2012 - September 2013
Xcessory International August 2011 - August 2012
Delicious Sexy Wear of NY 2012 - 2012
Project Runway - Season 9, Lifetime Television, Bunim-Murray Productions 2011 - 2011
Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter, Feature, Tim Burton Productions 2011 - 2011
Anything Goes, Broadway Musical, Roundabout Theatre, Director Kathleen Marshall 2011 - 2011
Gentlemen Broncos, Feature, Bronco Productions 2008 - 2008
Blue Medusa Fashion 2001 - 2008
An October Evening Charity Fashion and Art Show 2005 - 2007
Skills
Art Direction, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Management, Concept Development, Product Development, License Management, Vendor Management, Sample Management, Vector Illustration, Flats, Control Art, Tech Packs, Manufacturing, Production, Quality Management, Garment Costing, Market Research, Trend Analysis, Presentations, Graphic Design, Event Planning, Consumer Products, Toys, Roll Play, Costumes, Children's Wear, Evening Wear, Lingerie, Retail, E-commerce, Styling, Wardrobing, Maintenance & Repair, Web Design, Sketching, Draping, Pattern Development, Sewing, Garment Fitting, Screen Printing, Packaging, Image Manipulation, Photography, Art, Accounting, Brand Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, High Sense Of Urgency, Organization
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Fashion/Apparel Design
Salt Lake Community College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Science (AS), General Arts and Sciences
L'Institut Catholique de Paris, Université of Paris, France 2004 — 2004
French Language
Salt Lake Community College Fashion Institution 2001 — 2003
Associate of Arts (AA), Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Show Production
Bright House Networks March 2012 - Present
Bauer Publishing January 2000 - Present
Enslow Publishers, Inc. July 2010 - September 2013
Bright House Networks October 2011 - March 2012
Jakks Pacific July 2011 - March 2012
Ogilvy CommonHealth Worldwide April 2010 - January 2011
Boomerang Pharmaceutical Communications March 2009 - September 2009
Boomerang Pharmaceutical Communications February 2008 - March 2009
Brushfire October 2006 - February 2008
Franklyn Ideas March 2004 - October 2006
Skills
Copywriting, Blogging, Press Releases, Email Marketing, Facebook, SEO, Advertising, Social Media, Editing, Content Management, Public Relations, Publishing, Proofreading, Marketing, Magazines, Web Content, Storytelling, Entertainment, Books, Interviews, Project Management, Editorial, Copy Editing, Publications, Freelance Writing, Management, Marketing Communications, Creative Writing, Content Strategy, Direct Marketing, Newsletters, Publicity, Content Writing, Video, Digital Media, New Media
Education
Molloy College 1994 — 1997
BA Communications, Public Relations
Valley Stream Central High School
Regents Diploma, Humanities
FAM Brands/ Marika Fitness May 2015 - Present
Munchkin December 2009 - May 2015
BIA January 2007 - December 2010
Jakks Pacific May 2009 - July 2009
ToyQuest June 2007 - April 2009
Impress Communications December 2004 - September 2007
Avon March 2004 - November 2004
Skills
Packaging, Graphic Design, Logo Design, CMYK, Teamwork, Illustrator, Photoshop, Advertising, Art Direction, Layout, Brand Development, Branding, Brochures, Catalogs, Collateral, Concept Design, Concept Development, Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Design Strategy, Graphics, Image Manipulation, InDesign, Mac, Marketing, Posters, Pre-press, Product Development, QuarkXPress, Stationery, Toys, Typography, User Experience, Vector Illustration, Web Design, Branding
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1998 — 2004
BFA, Packaging Design
The Fashion Institute of Technology
BFA, Packaging Design
American Homes 4 Rent January 2013 - Present
ARZ Management - Property Management 2010 - January 2013
Jakks Pacific 2008 - 2010
SBE Entertainment November 2006 - March 2008
Skills
Leases, Creative Writing, Administrative..., Office Management, Microsoft Office, Multiple Listing Service, Social Media, Teamwork, Typing, Communication, Social Networking, Advertising, Project Planning, Management, Team Building, Marketing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Invoicing, QuickBooks, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, Outlook, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Sales, Process Scheduler, Real Estate, Property Management, Residential Homes, Real Estate Transactions, Investment Properties, Single Family Homes, REO
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General
Moorpark College 2002 — 2004
Associate's degree, General Studies
Underground Devices, Inc. September 2007 - Present
Daigger December 2005 - August 2007
Insight Beverages Inc. April 2003 - December 2005
JIMS USA February 2002 - April 2003
Todey Motor Company June 2001 - February 2002
Jakks Pacific June 2000 - June 2001
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Accounting, 3.87 Overall GPA
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2012 — 2014
Master of Project Management, Project Management, 3.87 Overall GPA
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2012 — 2014
Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Management, Management Information Systems, General, 3.87 Overall GPA
DeVry University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Operations Management
Strottman International June 2015 - Present
Jakks Pacific May 2014 - August 2014
Skills
Graphic Design, Photoshop, Toy Design, Comic Book Illustration, Illustrator, Concept Development, Model Making, Character Design, Blue Sky, Storyboarding, Product Design, Rhino 3D, After Effects, Packaging Design, Sculpting, Illustration, Art History, Bartending, Toys, Sculpture, Product Rendering, Character Animation, Packaging, Sketching
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Toy Design / Sustainability, 4th year
El Camino College 1997 — 2003
Art History, Photography
Jakks Pacific April 2010 - Present
Conrad Melendez December 2013 - December 2013
Action Photography Conrad October 2013 - October 2013
Terrisse Creative April 2013 - April 2013
Marco Giovanni Ferrero October 2012 - October 2012
Jakks Pacific 2008 - 2012
Jakks Pacific April 2008 - April 2010
Jakks Pacific September 2007 - April 2008
Crab Cove LLC May 2007 - May 2007
Technicolor Creative Services April 2005 - October 2006
Skills
Excel, Microsoft Office, Newsletters, Budgeting, PowerPoint, Word, Mac, Outlook, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Consumer Products, Graphic Design, Production, Microsoft Excel, Packaging, Product Development, Concept Development, Product Design, Illustration, Budgets, After Effects, Advertising, Microsoft Word, Graphics, Logo Design
Education
Studio Arts 2013 — 2014
Cogswell Polytechnical College 1999 — 2002
B.A., Digital Art & Animation
Santa Barbara City College 1997 — 1999
A.S., Multimedia Arts and Technologies
Mattel Fisher-Price May 2000 - Present
Jakks Pacific 1997 - April 2000
Azrak Hamway 1993 - 1997
Badalamenti Advertising Agency 1985 - 1992
Skills
Toys, Concept Design, Concept Development, Sketching, Art, Industrial Design, Design Thinking, Photography, Product Design, Packaging, Creative Direction, Consumer Products, Illustration, Digital Illustration, Brand Development, Design Management, Rapid Prototyping, Art Direction, Drawing, Graphics, Layout, Illustrator, Model Making, Visual Communication, Logo Design, Rendering, Sketchbook Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, Design Strategy
Education
CUNY New York City College of Technology 1982 — 1985
BS, Art & Advertising Design
Disney Consumer Products June 2014 - Present
Dora L International February 2014 - June 2014
Disney Consumer Products June 2013 - February 2014
Jakks Pacific August 2011 - March 2013
Jakks Pacific November 2010 - August 2011
Burlington Coat Factory July 2010 - November 2010
Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship June 2008 - June 2010
QVC September 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Merchandising, Fashion, Product Development, Photoshop, Apparel, Marketing, Advertising, Visual Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Brand Management, Product Marketing, Brand Development, Consumer Products, Management
Education
Drexel University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Design and Merchandising
Downingtown East High School 2002 — 2006
College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Jakks Pacific November 2011 - January 2013
Fisher-Price April 2011 - August 2011
Galactic Sneeze LLC, New York, NY December 2010 - February 2011
AdoraPet LLC August 2010 - September 2010
Fisher-Price June 2009 - August 2009
Ashcan Studio of Art Inc April 2006 - September 2008
Freelance April 2004 - September 2008
Skills
Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, Solidworks, Publications, Microsoft Office, Concept Design, Logo Design, Toys, Concept Development, Industrial Design, Sketching, Illustration, Packaging, Product Design, Character Animation, Art Direction, Storyboarding, Graphics, Digital Sculpting, Digital Illustration, Rendering, Model Making, Painting, Posters, Web Design, Creative Direction, Design Strategy, Sculpture, Drawing, Design Thinking, Brand Development, Concept Generation, Layout, Vector Illustration, Advertising, Typography, Branding & Identity, Visual Communication, Experience Design
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2008 — 2010
BFA, Toy Design
Columbia University in the City of New York 1991 — 1995
BA, History
Castle & Cooke, Inc. 2014 - 2014
Activision 2011 - 2013
Toyota Motor Sales 2008 - 2010
Rentech 2007 - 2008
Castle & Cooke, Inc. 2006 - 2007
Watt Genton Associates 2006 - 2006
Macerich 2004 - 2006
Century Group 2001 - 2004
Jakks Pacific 1999 - 2001
Epson America, Inc. 1998 - 1999
Skills
General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Accounts Payable, Variance Analysis, Fixed Assets, Bank Reconciliation, Financial Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accruals, Financial Statements, Auditing, Internal Audit, Cost Accounting, Journal Entries, Fixed Asset Management, Financial Modeling, Depreciation, Credit, Construction in..., Process Improvement
Education
Georgia State University
Bachelor's degree, Accounting & Business Administration
Rio Hondo Police Academy
Certificate, Basic Police Academy
Rio Hondo College
Associate of Science (AS), Administration of Justice
Jakks Pacific (Tollytots Division) 2012 - 2014
Vermont Teddy Bear Companies 2011 - 2012
MGA Entertainment 2010 - 2011
Jakks Pacific 2008 - 2010
HSN (formerly Home Shopping Network) 2007 - 2008
Fisher-Price a global brand (division) of Mattel Inc. 2000 - 2006
Toymax, Inc. 1999 - 2000
Eagle Affiliates, Inc. 1989 - 1999
Adam's Brush Manufacturing Co. 1988 - 1989
Bonny Products Inc. 1985 - 1988
Skills
Licensing, Brand Management, Product Development, Advertising, Packaging, Integrated Marketing, Consumer Products, Toys, Product Management, Customer Insight, Merchandising, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Market Planning, Strategy, Product Marketing, Brand Development, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Partnerships, Retail, Marketing, Product Design, Management, Leadership, Brand Licensing, Product Launch, E-commerce, Social Media Marketing, P&L Management, Direct Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Management, Marketing Research, Trade Shows, Product Innovation, Brand Architecture, Brand Awareness, Global Marketing, FMCG, Concept Development, Market Research, Corporate Branding, Online Marketing, International Marketing, Sales, Forecasting, Strategic Planning
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1983 — 1985
Bachelor's of Fine Arts, Packaging
Fashion Institute of Technology 1981 — 1983
Associate's in Applied Science, Advertising and Marketing Communications
New Leaf Wholesale April 2015 - Present
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 2012 - May 2014
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 2011 - 2012
Platinum Home Mortgage (NMLS ID #13589) 2009 - 2010
Jakks Pacific 2008 - 2009
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 2007 - 2008
MortgageIT 2005 - 2007
Skills
Mortgage Loan Document..., Wire Set-Up, Review/Sign Off..., FNMA and FHLMC, FHA and VA, Lending Expertise in..., Title Review, 10 Key by touch, Top Performer/Producer, Employee Training, File Management, Funding, Positive Team Player, Over 10 Years..., 10 Key, VA loans, REO, VA Loans, Refinance, Credit, Mortgage Banking, Mortgage Lending, Investment Properties, Banking, Real Estate, Titles
Education
National University 2001 — 2006
Forensic Science
Humboldt State University 1999 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Anthropology
2K April 2015 - Present
Jakks Pacific October 2013 - April 2015
CRGT, Inc. October 2011 - October 2013
Digital Vogue May 2010 - November 2010
Skills
C#, JavaScript, .NET, ASP.NET, C++, MySQL, SQL, Visual Studio, Java, Game Programming, OOP, Windows 7, PHP, XML, HTML, Debugging, Scripting, OpenGL, jQuery, Programming, Testing, Technical Writing, Software Documentation, Python
Education
ECPI College of Technology 2009 — 2011
BS, Simulation and Game Programming
Jakks Pacific June 2008 - March 2010
Brassica Entertainment Studios August 2001 - 2008
Otis College of Art and Design September 2007 - December 2007
Hasbro July 1997 - December 2000
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 1993 — 1997
BFA, Industrial Design
Jakks Pacific April 2007 - Present
Play Along Toys, Inc. 2006 - 2008
Inverness June 1994 - November 2001
Conair Corporation 1987 - 1994
Zotos Intl 1987 - 1988
herstein schecterson inc 1985 - 1987
JCPenney 1984 - 1985
Skills
Packaging, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Catalogs, Logos, Consumer Products, Creative Development, Graphic Design, Brochures, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Licensing, Toys, Personal Care, Management, Corporate Events, Retail Displays, Trade Shows, Health and beauty, Private Label, Brand Management, Layout, Logo Design, Product Development, Art Direction
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1980 — 1984
BFA, advertising/Package Design
KITTRICH CORPORATION May 2012 - Present
Lighthouse Imports, LLC November 2010 - May 2012
Cord Crafts, LLC January 2009 - October 2009
Alco Consumer Products Inc. September 2008 - December 2008
Jakks Pacific September 2006 - February 2008
Elmer's Products, Inc. July 2004 - August 2006
Esselte March 2003 - July 2004
Centis Consumer Products Company October 2000 - March 2003
The Identity Group Inc. February 1998 - February 2000
Hunt Manufacturing Co. October 1997 - January 1998
Skills
Consultative Selling, Solution Selling, Team Building, Team Leadership, Training & Development, P&L Management, Merchandising Strategies, Promotional Products, Organizational..., Marketing Strategy, Selling, Sales, Sales Presentations, Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Management, Forecasting, Retail, Management, Customer Service, New Business Development, Business Development, Product Development, Key Account Management, Pricing, Marketing, Sales Operations, Consumer Products, Merchandising, Leadership, E-commerce, Advertising, Strategic Planning, International Sales, B2B, Key Account Development, FMCG, Competitive Analysis, Account Management, Sales Process, Customer Retention, Strategy, National Accounts, Product Marketing, Market Planning, Direct Sales, Brand Management, Product Management, Strategic Partnerships, P&L
Education
Monmouth University 1969 — 1973
B.S., Business Administration
Christian Brothers Academy 1965 — 1969
HS, College Prep
Rodale Inc. March 2015 - Present
Independent Freelance June 2003 - Present
Knoll March 2012 - March 2013
Richard Schultz Design June 2011 - March 2012
Jakks Pacific June 2009 - August 2011
Dimensions Crafts LLC February 2008 - June 2009
Dimenion 4 Marketing February 2007 - March 2008
DeWalts RV May 2005 - February 2007
Kutztown University 2004 - 2005
Kutztown University 2004 - 2005
Skills
Logo Design, Graphics, Graphic Design, Layout, Brochures, Illustration, Packaging, InDesign, Vector Illustration, Posters, QuarkXPress, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Typography, Photography, Image Manipulation, Catalogs, Art Direction, Adobe Acrobat, Mac, Creative Direction, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Invitations, Newsletters, Environmental Graphics, Visual Communication, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Pre-press, Web Design, Branding & Identity, Fine Art, Magazines, Digital Photography, User Interface Design, Digital Illustration, Multimedia, Image Editing, Fashion, Brand Development, Corporate Branding, Creative Strategy, Concept Design, Direct Mail, Sketching, Logos, Photo Editing, Copywriting, Art
Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania 2001 — 2006
BFA, Communication Design
Reading Area Community College 2012 — 2012
Certified Training in Basic Web Design (HTML/CSS)
Jakks Pacific October 2014 - Present
Bandai America November 2012 - September 2014
Spin Master Ltd. July 2009 - November 2012
MGA Entertainment May 2008 - June 2009
American Racing Equipment Inc. August 2006 - May 2008
Mattel, Inc. December 2000 - July 2006
GameWorks LLC 1998 - 2000
MCI Telecommunications 1997 - 1998
Atlanta Centennial Olympic Properties June 1995 - September 1996
Skills
Consumer Products, Brand Management, Toys, Product Development, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Insight, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Management, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Market Research, Brand Architecture, Marketing Research, Positioning, Brand Development, Advertising, Marketing, Strategy, CRM, Trade Shows, Business Development, Packaging, International Marketing, Pricing, Product Innovation, Multi-channel Marketing, Trade Marketing, Brand Licensing, Market Planning, Creative Direction, FMCG, Integrated Marketing, Retail, Sponsorship, P&L Management, Sales, Product Launch, Management, Market Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Segmentation, Global Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Brand Equity, Brand Awareness, Marketing Communications, Pricing Strategy, Licensing
Education
Vanderbilt University - Owen Graduate School of Management 1993 — 1995
MBA
Occidental College 1989 — 1993
BA
Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Cafe Inc. January 2015 - Present
Kook-e-Sweets November 2012 - Present
Magnolia Bakery November 2013 - December 2014
Maison Carratie April 2014 - June 2014
Victory Garden August 2013 - March 2014
Sugar Flower Cake Shop July 2013 - November 2013
Fisher-Price April 2008 - November 2012
JAKKS Pacific October 2006 - November 2007
Fisher Price 2003 - 2006
Gardner Gear Coll 1998 - 2001
Skills
Marketing, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Toys, Customer Insight, Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Management, Integrated Marketing, Market Planning, Product Development, Marketing Research, Marketing Communications, Product Launch, Packaging, Digital Marketing, Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., Market Research, Baking, Pastry
Education
French Culinary Institute 2013 — 2013
Certificate, Classic Pastry Arts
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business 2001 — 2003
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business 1993 — 1997
BS, Marketing
Consultant for Beaudry Interactive June 2014 - Present
Consultant for SalonCentric (a division of L'Oreal USA) January 2014 - Present
Consultant for Skynet Healthcare Technologies March 2013 - September 2015
Consultant and Creative Services Provider for BLKBX Creative Group August 2012 - June 2015
Consultant for SynerMed Corporate Communications December 2012 - April 2015
Eleventh Hour September 2008 - April 2015
Consultant for Infantino October 2010 - January 2015
Creative Services and Consulting for HarperCollins Publishers and BuzzCo. June 2008 - September 2014
Jakks Pacific December 2011 - May 2014
Creative Services Provider for Kreate Inc. October 2008 - May 2014
Skills
Creative Direction, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Graphics, Animation, Premiere, After Effects, Illustration, Photoshop, Direct Mail, Logo Design, Layout, Concept Development, Packaging, Storyboarding, Brand Development, Art, User Experience, Concept Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Video Editing, Publishing, User Interface Design, Audio Editing, Character Design, Web Design, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Mac, Digital Photography, Drawing, Copywriting, Advertising, Image Manipulation, Corporate Identity, Multimedia, Digital Illustration, Editorial Illustration, SketchUp, Keynote, Fine Art, Presentation Development, Consultancy, Books, Retouching, Production, Sketchbook Pro, PowerPoint
Education
Northern Illinois University 1995 — 1999
fine arts, illustration, painting, drawing, design, graphic design, photography, art history
Maine South 1992 — 1995
Mattel August 2011 - Present
Konami Digital Entertainment July 2009 - April 2012
Jakks Pacific June 2011 - August 2011
New York University February 2010 - February 2010
4Kids Entertainment July 2001 - July 2009
Skills
Television, Screenwriting, Comedy, Video Production, Film, Entertainment, Post Production, Film Production
Education
New York University 1999 — 2001
BFA, Dramatic Writing
University of Denver 1996 — 1998
Anker, Reed, Hymes, Schreiber & Cohen, A Law Corporation (Anker Reed HSC) July 2009 - Present
Knox Consulting November 2007 - June 2009
Jakks Pacific June 2006 - November 2007
Star Systems 2001 - 2004
First Data 2001 - 2004
Martini, Iosue & Akpovi, CPAs 1999 - 1999
Skills
IT Management, Microsoft Exchange, Citrix, Active Directory, Disaster Recovery, Windows Server, IT Operations, System Administration, Servers, Vendor Management, SCCM, VMware ESX, Blackberry Enterprise..., Server Architecture, Microsoft Certified..., System Deployment, DHCP, Software Installation, Backup Exec, Infrastructure, VMware Infrastructure, Customer Service, Hyper-V, Group Policy, SAN, Project Management, Help Desk Support, Contract Negotiation, Access
Education
Chatsworth Highschool 1993 — 1996
Los Angeles Pierce College
STYLE & SOCIETY Magazine / www.styleandsociety.com January 2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority/ McKissack & McKissack May 2010 - Present
Jakks Pacific May 2008 - October 2009
PMK/HBH May 2007 - April 2008
American Honda Motor Company, Inc. April 2006 - April 2007
IKEA Home Furnishings January 2003 - April 2006
Skills
Media Relations, Internal Communications, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Corporate Communications, Project Planning, Publicity, Leadership, Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Management
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Mass Communications
VACCO Industries 2011 - Present
Meggitt PLC 2008 - 2011
Jakks Pacific 2007 - 2008
BAE Systems 1997 - 2007
Skills
Simulations, Engineering Management, Lean Manufacturing, Earned Value Management, DoD, Mechanical Engineering, Finite Element Analysis, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Engineering, Testing, Product Development, Six Sigma, Solidworks, Aircraft, Root Cause Analysis, Avionics, Continuous Improvement, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing..., Cross-functional Team..., Design for Manufacturing, Program Management, MS Project, Process Improvement
Education
Loyola Marymount University 2003 — 2006
MS, Mechanical Engineering
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Mattel, Inc. March 2014 - May 2014
Jakks Pacific January 2011 - July 2013
Jakks Pacific June 2005 - June 2009
Walt Disney Animation Studios 1999 - 2000
FIDM 1995 - 1998
Skills
Concept Development, Product Design, Toys, Creative Direction, Illustration, Packaging, Design Strategy, Concept Design, Industrial Design, Art Direction, Logo Design, Brand Development, Rendering, Film, Drawing, Fashion Design, Graphics, Digital Illustration, Design Thinking, Design Management, Illustrator, Art, Storyboarding, Adobe Creative Suite, Visual Communication, Layout, Model Making, Graphic Design, Sketching
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Mattel September 2013 - Present
Wham-O June 2013 - September 2013
C Squared Designs March 2013 - June 2013
Jakks Pacific January 2012 - March 2013
Jakks Pacific August 2011 - March 2013
Crayola July 2008 - August 2011
Rose Art / Mega Brands July 2006 - July 2008
Fisher-Price Brands June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Toys, Concept Design, Product Development, Product Management, Product Design, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Development, Brand Management, Illustrator, Photoshop, Illustration, Art Direction, Retail, Graphic Design, Consumer Products, Television Producing, Animation Direction
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Toy Design, Magna Cum Laude
Fashion Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
Associate's of Applied Science (A.A.S), Illustration, Magna Cum Laude
SRC Sales 2008 - Present
Jakks Pacific 2006 - 2008
Elmer's Products, Inc. 2003 - 2006
Elmer's Products, Inc. 1997 - 2003
Elmer's Products, Inc. 1994 - 1997
Canvas & Leather Bag Co., Inc. 1988 - 1994
Canvas & Leather Bag Co., Inc. 1987 - 1988
Canvas & Leather Bag Co., Inc. 1986 - 1987
Canvas & Leather Bag Co., Inc. 1985 - 1986
Skills
Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Sales Management, Management, Team Building, Leadership, Strategy, Sales, Negotiation, Retail, Merchandising, Budgets, Consumer Products, P&L Management, Marketing, Advertising, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Presentations, Selling, Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Product Development, Key Account Management, FMCG, Brand Management, Product Marketing, Product Management, Marketing Management, Income Statement, B2B, Pricing, Account Management, Customer Insight, Salesforce.com, Trade Shows, Market Planning, Project Management, Strategic Negotiations, Market Analysis, Business Development, Brand Development, Product Launch, Key Account Development, Market Research, Sales Operations, Strategic Partnerships, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, National Accounts
Education
LIU Post 1982 — 1984
MBA, Management
Hofstra University 1977 — 1981
BA, Pre-Law
KITTRICH CORPORATION 2011 - 2012
TOMY Corporation 2010 - 2011
Jakks Pacific December 2008 - October 2009
New Focus Auto May 2008 - July 2008
Jada Toys July 2004 - December 2006
TinRacers LLC June 2002 - April 2004
Skills
Product Development, Consumer Products, Packaging, Merchandising, Advertising, Competitive Analysis, P&L Responsibilities, Vendor Relationships, Trade Shows, Social Media Marketing, International Business..., International Business..., Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Management, Social Media, Business Development, Microsoft Word, Brand Management, Market Planning, Marketing, Product Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Brand Development, P&L Management, PowerPoint, Brand Licensing, Toys, Market Research, Web Design
Education
Chapman University, The George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics 2007 — 2008
MBA
University of San Diego 2000 — 2003
BA, Business
Jakks Pacific 2008 - 2010
Skills
Concept Development, Rendering, Photoshop, Illustration, Sketching, Illustrator, Product Design, Concept Design, Design Thinking, Art, Digital Illustration, Design Strategy, Creative Direction, Drawing, Industrial Design
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 1993 — 1997
Jakks Pacific November 2010 - Present
Dynamic Design Works Inc January 2006 - December 2010
Disney Stores 2008 - 2009
2006 Mattel Inc January 2001 - January 2006
Mattel Inc. January 1998 - January 2001
Mattel Inc. January 1994 - January 1998
Skills
Product Design, Toy Design, Toys, Textiles, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Concept Design, Fashion Design, Ideation, Photoshop, Product Development, Brand Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Consumer Products, Apparel, Production, Design Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Creative Development, Trend Analysis, Graphic Design, Idea Generation, Illustrator, Packaging, Fashion
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 1988 — 1992
BS, Fashion Design and Development
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 1988 — 1991
Associates Degree, Fashion Design
Long Beach City College
Otis Parsons School of design
Jakks Pacific June 2015 - Present
VTech July 2014 - June 2015
MGA Entertainment July 2013 - July 2014
JB Hunt Transport Services, Inc. March 2012 - July 2013
JB Hunt Transport Services, Inc. January 2011 - May 2012
JB Hunt November 2008 - January 2011
Edward Jones February 2006 - November 2008
Vedior North America 2004 - 2006
JB Hunt Transport February 2000 - November 2004
Skills
Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Negotiation, Analysis, Research, Data Mining, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supervisory Skills, Customer Service, P&L, Team Building, Budgeting, Account Management, Transportation, Customer Relations, Excel, New Business Development, Coaching, Contract Negotiation, Inventory Management, Problem Solving, Business Strategy, Promotions, Team Leadership, Market Research, Contract Negotiations, Retail, Contract Management, PowerPoint, Operations Management, Sales Operations, Market Planning, Financial Analysis, Planning, Word, Business Analysis, Hiring, Risk Management, Process Improvement, Vendor Relations, Procurement, Microsoft Office, Mentoring, Sales Management, Employee Relations, Category Management, Management, Finance
Education
John Brown University 2002 — 2004
BS, Organizational Management
University of Arkansas 1998 — 2001
Jakks Pacific June 2014 - Present
Mattel, Inc October 2000 - June 2014
Garcy Spacemasters May 1998 - October 2000
Do+Able Products March 1994 - May 1998
Skills
Consumer Products, Production Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Product Development, Demand Planning, Product Management, Brand Management, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Product Innovation, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management, Brand Development
Education
Mt. San Antonio College 1991 — 1993
Jakks Pacific Inc September 2000 - Present
Jakks Pacific 2004 - 2009
Jakks Pacific 2001 - 2003
Mattel 1997 - 2000
Skills
Industrial Design, Product Design, Toys, Design Management, Design Strategy, Concept Development, Concept Design, Marketing Strategy, Concept Generation, Consumer Products, Sketching, Packaging
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 1993 — 1997
BFA, Industrial Design
Jakks Pacific July 2012 - 2014
Sagon-Phior April 2011 - July 2012
Mattel July 2009 - July 2011
Jakks Pacific January 2009 - July 2009
Mattel August 2008 - November 2008
Snap TV, Clementine Paper, Plan Ahead, Gel Communications April 2008 - August 2008
Physicians Formula January 2008 - April 2008
Herbalife September 2007 - January 2008
Freeman Beauty Labs January 2006 - October 2006
AII Beauty August 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Packaging, Art Direction, Logo Design, Brand Development, Website Design, Web Design, Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Graphics, Typography, Layout, Posters, Advertising, Visual Communication
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1995 — 1999
BFA, Packaging Design
Jakks Pacific January 2014 - Present
Mega Brands May 2009 - January 2014
Vo-Designs Multimedia/ Web Design 2007 - 2012
Small World Toys May 2003 - April 2009
BandPro Film and Digital INC November 1999 - May 2003
IBM Software Manufacturing Solutions (contract) September 1995 - November 1999
Skills
Toys, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Packaging, Product Development, Product Marketing, Product Design, Competitive Analysis, Creative Direction, FMCG, Trade Shows, Brand Development, Customer Insight, Concept Development, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Marketing Strategy, Management
Education
Loyola Marymount University 2007 — 2012
BA Studio Arts Multimedia Arts, Animation Emphasis, Multimedia Arts/Web Design and animation, Cum Laude
Coventry Motorcar May 2012 - Present
Skydog Kites December 2008 - June 2012
Jakks Pacific June 2003 - June 2008
CheckerBee Publishing 1992 - 2002
Skills
QuarkXPress, Adobe Acrobat, Mac OS X, Screen Printing, HTML, Final Cut Pro, CSS, Microsoft Excel, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Mac, Graphic Design, Web Design, Wordpress, Dreamweaver, Advertising
Education
Franklin Pierce University 1992 — 1996
BA, Graphic Communication and Fine Arts Minor
Jakks Pacific August 2008 - Present
Teledyne Technologies February 2005 - August 2008
AVX Filters Corp October 2003 - February 2005
Bombardier Transportation December 1998 - October 2002
Skills
Management, Lean Manufacturing, Budgets, Creative Direction, Product Development, Product Design, Project Management
Education
University of Oklahoma 1996 — 1998
MS, Electrical Engineering
Missouri State University 1993 — 1995
MBA, Management
San Jose State University
Spectrum Brands - Global Auto Care July 2011 - Present
LoudMouth Golf May 2010 - Present
Jarrian Enterprises - Consultancy October 2009 - Present
Jakks Pacific 2008 - 2009
UGOBE 2008 - 2008
JD Fine December 2001 - November 2007
Keeco, LLC August 2001 - December 2002
Jessica McClintock Inc. May 1990 - July 2001
San Miguel Corporation March 1983 - October 1989
Skills
Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, Shipping, Inventory Management, Product Development, Sourcing, Cost Reduction, Vendor Relations, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Negotiation, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Microsoft Office, Contract Negotiation, Inventory Control, Excel, Team Leadership, Outlook, Outsourcing, Transportation, Strategy, Management, Forecasting, 3PL, Sales, MRP, Global Sourcing, Production Planning, Project Management, Merchandising, Freight Forwarding, Retail, Packaging, Marketing, Materials Management, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Apparel, Lean Manufacturing, Freight, Trend Analysis, Textiles
Education
De La Salle University 1979 — 1983
B.S., Industrial Management Engineering
De La Salle University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Engineering/Industrial Management
NSI International Inc. April 2009 - Present
Comeau Consulting December 2008 - Present
Jakks Pacific December 1997 - December 2008
Azrak-Hamway April 1977 - November 1997
Skills
Forecasting, Merchandising, Trade Shows, Inventory Management, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Pricing, Management, Inventory Control, Outlook, Social Media, Team Building, Operations Management, Sales Operations, Product Management, Social Media Marketing, Business Development, Logistics
Education
City University of New York
Hospitality Management
Jakks Pacific April 2000 - March 2009
Education
Florida State College at Jacksonville
AS, Hospitality Management
Jakks Pacific January 2003 - Present
Equity Marketing 1996 - 2003
Cosmair March 1988 - December 1990
Skills
Toys, Consumer Products, Licensing, Product Development, Brand Management, Strategic Partnerships, Product Marketing, Packaging, Marketing Strategy, Brand Licensing, Merchandising, New Business Development, Creative Direction, Competitive Analysis, Product Management, Customer Insight, Retail, Integrated Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Product Design, Forecasting, Digital Marketing, Sales, Marketing, E-commerce, P&L Management, Brand Development, Product Launch, Market Planning, Marketing Management, Trade Shows, Wal-Mart, Product Innovation, Management, Private Label, Pricing, Global Marketing, FMCG, Strategy, Trade Marketing, Key Account Management, International Marketing, Retail Category..., P&L, Marketing Research, Consumer Marketing, Concept Development, Consumer Electronics
Education
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Art Education and Psychology
Parsons School of Design Paris
Jakks Pacific April 2014 - Present
Jakks Pacific January 2010 - March 2014
Jakks Pacific March 2009 - December 2009
Guess March 2008 - March 2009
Warnaco September 2007 - March 2009
Wicked Temptations, Inc. March 2004 - August 2007
Mellon Bank 2006 - 2006
Archon Group 1998 - 2003
Skills
Photoshop, Copywriting, Advertising, E-commerce, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Brand Development, Merchandising, Blogging, Illustrator, Mac, Marketing, Product Development, Budgets, Retail, Digital Marketing, Strategic Planning
Education
Westwood College of Technology 2001 — 2003
Associate of Arts, Multimedia Graphic Design
El Camino College 2001 — 2002
General Requirements
Hampton University 1992 — 1992
English, Psychology
Culver City High School 1988 — 1992
Miracle Creation Designs November 2012 - Present
Belle of the Ballroom November 2012 - Present
Just Play LLC February 2011 - November 2012
Miracle Creation Design April 2008 - May 2011
Play Along Toys, Jakks Pacific May 2005 - March 2008
Jakks Pacific 2005 - 2008
Play Along 2005 - 2008
Play Along Toys Inc. 2005 - 2008
ALPHA International - Empire January 2001 - January 2003
EMPIRE INDUSTRIES, INC January 1998 - January 2001
Skills
Product Development, Creative Direction, Toys, Fashion Design, Patternmaking, Sketching, Creative Management, Packaging, Pattern, Product Management
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1982 — 1984
Fine and Studio Arts
Fashion Institute of Technology 1980 — 1982
Fashion/Apparel Design
Jakks Pacific January 2011 - Present
Skills
Product Development, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Management, Competitive Analysis, Retail, Customer Service, Product Marketing
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1979 — 1983
Marketing and Finance, Business Administration and Management, General
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1979 — 1983
Bachelor's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Finance
Hotwire Communications LLC January 2015 - Present
AT&T March 2013 - January 2015
Cbeyond December 2012 - March 2013
Cbeyond March 2010 - December 2012
Cbeyond December 2008 - February 2010
Jakks Pacific May 2008 - December 2008
Nova Southeastern University July 2006 - May 2008
Saturn of Rochester April 2001 - June 2006
Skills
Marketing, Direct Sales, Sales, Cold Calling, Account Management, Sales Operations, Sales Presentations, Sales Management, Salesforce.com, Cloud Computing, Solution Selling, Customer Retention, Telecommunications, Business Development, CRM, Building Relationships, Managed Services, Team Building, VoIP, Microsoft Office, Strategy, Networking, Advertising, Leadership, Sales Process
Education
Nova Southeastern University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Business, Marketing
Monroe Community 2004 — 2006
Associates Degree, Business Administration
dg Communications Group February 2013 - Present
ZetDesigns Inc. October 2009 - Present
Multiply.com October 2008 - October 2009
ARAMARK August 2007 - August 2008
ARAMARK January 2006 - August 2007
Jakks Pacific October 2005 - January 2006
Today's Caregiver Magazine August 2003 - October 2005
Bernard Hodes Group January 2005 - April 2005
Kiddie Kandids September 2002 - December 2002
Skills
Art Direction, Typography, Layout, Illustration, Corporate Branding, Brochures, Packaging, Advertising, Graphics, Photography, Image Editing, Posters, Branding & Identity, Pre-press, Logo Design, Corporate Identity, Copywriting, Banners, Image Manipulation, Illustrator, InDesign, Creative Direction, Concept Development, Digital Photography, Collateral, QuarkXPress, Web Design, Catalogs, Email Marketing, Social media marketing, Lead generation &..., Account management, Strategy, Viral content, Brand positioning, Marketing, Consulting, Brand management, Full Service Ad Agency, Account Management, Social Media Marketing
Education
Miami International University of Art and Design 2003 — 2005
Bachelor's of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale 2001 — 2003
Associates of Fine Arts Degree, Graphic Design
Jakks Pacific June 2014 - Present
Lucky 13 Creative May 2013 - October 2013
Social Annex February 2013 - May 2013
DNA Events October 2012 - January 2013
The Main Squeeze February 2009 - September 2012
Island Def Jam Music Group June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Social Media, Event Management, Marketing, Graphic Design, Blogging, Relationship Marketing, Video Editing, SEO, Experiential Marketing, Creative Writing, Lead Generation, Google Adwords, WordPress, Songwriting, Guerrilla Marketing, Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy
Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Kelley School of Business, Marketing, 3.4
Jakks Pacific April 2009 - Present
Westcoast Connection/360Student Travel September 2007 - April 2009
Skills
Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Management, Brand Development, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Sales, Advertising, New Business Development, Online Marketing, Event Planning, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Merchandising
Education
McGill University 2002 — 2006
Business, Psychology
Riot Games December 2013 - Present
2K Games July 2013 - December 2013
Jakks Pacific April 2013 - June 2013
DIGITAL Hearts USA Inc. March 2013 - April 2013
American Apparel June 2012 - April 2013
Sleepy Giant October 2011 - March 2012
JCPenney July 2011 - November 2011
MDT Materials Trucking October 2007 - May 2010
MDT May 2006 - October 2007
MDT Materials Trucking June 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Video Games, Game Development, Quality Assurance, Photoshop, Maya, Game Design, Management, Flash, Time Management, 3D Studio Max, Level Design, Customer Service, Computer Games, After Effects, Creative Writing, Retail, Programming, Xbox 360, Unreal Engine 3, Online Gaming, PS3
Education
Los Angeles Film School 2010 — 2011
Associate Science Degree, Game Production
South gate High scool 2001 — 2005
Associate's degree Game Production
Jakks Pacific April 2011 - Present
Jakks Pacific 2011 - Present
Mattel April 2005 - 2011
Mattel January 1997 - January 2005
Skills
Project Coordination, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Licensing, Product Marketing, Product Launch, Marketing Research, Customer Insight, Advertising, Public Relations, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Global Marketing, Product Development, Photography, Management, Marketing, Brand Development
Education
El Camino College
Associate of Arts, General Education
Los Angeles Trade Tech
Associate of Arts, Photography
Jakks Pacific December 2012 - Present
Shop-Rite May 2001 - December 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office 2010, Oracle, PDX, HIPPA trained and..., NJ Board of Pharmacy...
Education
Ramapo College of New Jersey 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Law in Society, 3.44
County College of Morris 2003 — 2005
Associate of Science (AS), Criminal Justice, 3.0
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
Jakks Pacific 2011 - 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Logistics, Dispatching, Fast-paced, Determination
Education
Mt. San Antonio College 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)- In Progress, Business Administration and Management, General
Funrise Toy Corp March 2010 - Present
Funrise Toy Corp 2010 - 2010
Jakks Pacific October 2007 - September 2008
Westrim Crafts a Div of Cretivity June 2004 - October 2007
Skills
Accounts Receivable, Accounts Receivable,...
Education
Los Angeles Harbor College 1987 — 1988
N/A, General Studies
Sears Authorized Hometown Stores, LLC June 2013 - Present
Baccaro pools May 2013 - Present
Jakks Pacific February 2013 - March 2013
United States Department of Defense January 2010 - June 2012
Skills
Army, Afghanistan, Military Training, Tactics, Combat, Military Operations, Force Protection
Education
Mt. San Antonio College 2013 — 2015
Looking for entry level Project Management position. July 2013 - Present
C. I. Partners Direct September 2012 - May 2013
Jakks Pacific July 2012 - September 2012
Showcase Components Inc August 2010 - December 2010
U.S. Army April 2004 - April 2010
Skills
Project Management, Program Management, Business Analysis, PMO, Requirements Analysis, Team Leadership, Project Coordination, Project Portfolio..., Analysis, Visio, Project Planning, Leadership, Process Improvement, Change Management, Management, Quality Assurance
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Oxnard 2013 — 2014
Associate of Science (AS), CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician, 3.53
ITT Technical Institute-Oxnard 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Project Management, 3.73