Spin Master Ltd.
Industry: Toy company
DescriptionSpin Master is a Canadian global toy and entertainment company that has been designing, developing, manufacturing, and marketing consumer products for children around the world since 1994. Headquarters: Toronto, Canada Owner: Ronnen Harary; Anton Rabie; (98% voting power) Revenue: 1.553 billion USD (2017) Subsidiaries: Toca Boca, Gund, Swimways Corporation,
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Spin Master Ltd. Employees
C.H. Robinson January 2012 - Present
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. July 2010 - December 2011
Spin Master Ltd. July 2009 - January 2010
H&M January 2008 - December 2008
IT Xchange 2006 - 2008
Hudson's Bay Company 2003 - 2006
Skills
Transportation, 3PL, Operations Management, Import, Team Building, SAP, International Trade, Customs Regulations, Freight Forwarding, Transportation..., Ocean, International Logistics, Trucking, Customer Service, Air Freight, LTL
Education
Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association 2007 — 2007
Freight Forwarding
Canadian Society of Custom Brokers 2005 — 2005
CCS Designation, Certified Customs Specialist
Centennial College 1998 — 2001
International Business
Hasbro June 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. October 2012 - December 2012
LeapFrog June 2012 - August 2012
eHarmony.com March 2012 - June 2012
Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP October 2007 - June 2011
StreetWise Partners April 2010 - April 2011
JWT 2005 - 2006
Education
USC Marshall School of Business 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing
Harvard University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Fashion Institute of Technology August 2015 - Present
Lifetime Brands 2014 - Present
Kahn Lucas Lancaster, Inc. September 2013 - February 2014
The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. September 2013 - January 2014
Mattel June 2008 - August 2013
Mattel May 2007 - August 2007
MainTECH Industries June 2005 - April 2006
Spin Master Ltd. January 2005 - May 2005
Royal Ontario Museum October 2004 - January 2005
Skills
Ideation Sketching, Rendering, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Sketchbook Pro, Solidworks, Rhino, Freeform, 3D Studio Max, Mechanism Design, Illustration, Brainstorm Facilitation, Sales Presentations, Model Making, Windows & Mac operating..., Microsoft Office, Product Development, Product Management, Sketching, Illustrator, Toys, Product Design, Photoshop, Packaging, Design Strategy, Design Thinking, Concept Development, Rapid Prototyping, Concept Design, Concept Generation, Experience Design, 3D Printing, Design Management, User-centered Design, Production Managment, Design for Manufacturing, 3D rendering, 3D Modeling, 3D, Product Innovation, Facilitation, Surface Modeling, Industrial Design, InDesign, CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Illustration, Drawing, Creative Direction, Brand Development
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Toy Design, Summa Cum Laude/Graduated with Honors
Humber College 2002 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Industrial and Product Design, Graduated with Honors
EduTravel Inc. August 2009 - Present
ISX June 2005 - June 2011
Spin Master Ltd. 2005 - 2006
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Experiential Learning, Tourism, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Business Development, Marketing Communications, Sales, Hospitality, Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Sponsorship, Leadership, Online Advertising, Online Marketing
Education
York University - Schulich School of Business 2008 — 2009
MBA, Business Strategy
Endicott College 2013 — 2015
Master's Degree, Masters in Integrative Education Specializing in Experiential Education/Curriculum Development
Dalhousie University 2001 — 2005
BCOMM, Marketing Management
Spin Master Ltd. January 2014 - Present
Optimist Baby LLC October 2010 - December 2013
A division of EMAK Worldwide, Inc. November 1996 - June 2010
Equity Marketing, Inc. November 2008 - April 2010
Equity Marketing, Inc. October 2004 - October 2008
Equity Marketing, Inc. January 2001 - September 2004
ToyVision LLP January 1994 - October 1996
Skills
Manufacturing, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Products, Change Management, Organizational..., Account Management, Product Design, Licensing, Product Innovation, Promotions, Negotiation, P&L Management, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Program Management, Customer Insight, Packaging, Brand Management, Start-ups, E-commerce, Sales, Leadership, Logistics, Strategic Planning, Management, Team Leadership, Concept Development, Customer Service, Digital Marketing, Budgets, Supply Chain Management, Toys, Product Management, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Brand Development, Sales Management, Retail, Pricing, Product Marketing, Strategy, Project Management, Team Building, Business Strategy, Supply Chain, Relationship Marketing
Education
California State University-Northridge 1988 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Spin Master Ltd. February 2014 - Present
Skills
Team Leadership, Technical Leadership, Project Management, Product Development, Programming, Microcontrollers, Visio, Java, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Product Design, Rapid Prototyping, Program Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, Leadership, Product Management, Management, Mobile Devices, Electronics, Process Improvement, Software Development, C++, Consumer Products, Consumer Electronics, Robotics
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2000 — 2001
Master of Science (MSc), Electrical and Computer Engineering
Carnegie Mellon University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical and Computer Engineering
Spin Master Ltd. July 2014 - Present
Smithfield Foods February 2014 - July 2014
Smithfield Foods August 2013 - February 2014
Smithfield Foods October 2012 - August 2013
Smithfield Foods August 2012 - October 2012
PRGX 2011 - August 2012
Walmart 2011 - October 2011
Eurostone Marble & Granite 2003 - 2010
Skills
Retail Link, Business Analysis, Category Analysis, Communication, Human Resources, Retail Sales, Multi Tasking, Analysis, Microsoft Office, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Accounts Payable, Management, Forecasting, Sales, Market Research, Strategy, Budgets, Pricing, Customer Service, Supply Chain, Microsoft Excel, Inventory Management, Sales Management, Leadership, Sales Operations, Access, Business Planning, Marketing, Negotiation
Education
Eckerd College
Bachelor of Arts, Business Management, 3.64
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Certified Retail Analyst
Epsilon April 2015 - Present
TransUnion March 2013 - April 2015
Spin Master Ltd. 2013 - 2013
Hotsaucegames.com 2011 - 2013
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Digital Photography, Typography, Layout, Illustrator, InDesign, Corporate Identity, Web Design, Dreamweaver, Branding & Identity, User Interface Design, Interaction Design, After Effects, Motion Graphics, Premiere, Creative Direction, Logo Design
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design
College of DuPage 2005 — 2007
General Studies
Spin Master Ltd. November 2014 - Present
Pacific World Corporation August 2014 - November 2014
Pacific World Corporation April 2013 - August 2014
Pacific World Corporation May 2011 - April 2013
Pacific World Corporation June 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, PowerPoint, Outlook, Customer Service, Product Development, Blogging, Marketing, Sales, Facebook, Retail, Management, Advertising, Brand Development, Brand Management
Education
Northwood High School 1999 — 2003
Cal State Fullerton
Communications and PR
Hasbro April 2015 - Present
Cartwheel Kids March 2014 - April 2015
NKOK May 2013 - March 2014
Jada Toys September 2012 - March 2013
Spin Master Ltd. March 2009 - September 2012
Claire Cole Creative 2011 - August 2012
C4 Creative Consulting 2010 - July 2012
Los Angeles Natural History Museum January 2010 - February 2010
Dogwood Publishing October 2007 - December 2008
Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Toys, Packaging, Character Design, Storyboarding, Painting, Concept Design, Character, Illustrator, Fine Art, Animation, Comics, Logos, Logo Design, Art, Photoshop, Product Development, Concept Development, Character Animation, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Drawing, Product Design, Digital Illustration, Graphics, Digital Art, Fashion, Sketching, Advertising, Digital Painting, Layout, Vector Illustration, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Corporate Identity, Visual Communication, Image Manipulation, Posters, Brand Development, Branding & Identity, Digital Media, Traditional Animation, Typography, Rendering, Sketchbook Pro, Adobe Acrobat, Flash
Education
Art Center College of Design 2005 — 2006
Illustration
Academy of Art University 1999 — 2004
BFA, Traditional Illustration, Storyboarding & Inspirational Art for Animation, Digital Illustraion & Des
Dentsu Aegis Network April 2015 - Present
XOXO Productions 2014 - Present
Film Coop January 2011 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. October 2014 - December 2014
SPACE April 2013 - December 2014
MuchMusic March 2013 - January 2014
CTV February 2013 - 2014
Entertainment Tonight October 2010 - 2014
MTV October 2010 - 2014
SUNTV October 2008 - July 2010
Skills
Avid, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere, Storytelling, Documentaries, Comedy, Short Films, Music Videos, Independent Film, Broadcast Television, Entertainment, New Media, Feature Films, Reality, Film, Commercials, Video Editing, Video Production, Post Production, HD Video, Digital Video, Film Production, Photography
Education
Humber College 2004 — 2007
Film and Television
Nymi 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2011 - 2014
Wilson Fuel Co. Limited 2004 - 2005
Halifax Regional Police 1998 - 2001
Skills
Wireless, Mobile Communications, Computer Simulation, Project Coordination, Positioning, Embedded Systems, Research, Software Development, Wireless Communications..., Java, C, Wireless Sensor Networks, Python, Matlab, SQL, Linux, Data Analysis, Algorithms
Education
York University 2005 — 2013
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Computer Science
Dalhousie University
Master of Computer Science
Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Management Information Systems
Blue Coast Music/OTR Studios July 2013 - Present
Blue Coast Music/OTR Studios July 2013 - March 2015
Blue Coast Music/OTR Studios January 2012 - July 2013
Mindlance June 2012 - April 2013
Spin Master Ltd. May 2010 - July 2011
HdL Companies February 2009 - July 2009
Enterprise Rent-A-Car June 2007 - December 2008
Smith Brothers Restaurants June 2006 - May 2007
Pasadena Public Library January 2006 - April 2006
Gutsoon Entertainment January 2006 - March 2006
Skills
Video Games, Basic HTML, CSS, Audio Editing, Audio Engineering, Pro Tools, Sound, Photoshop, Video Editing, Money, Microsoft Office, Web Design, Quality Assurance, Premiere, Computer Games
Education
Foothill College 2011 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Music Technology
Mattel, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Sanrio, Inc. April 2013 - August 2015
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - March 2013
Disney Consumer Products November 2009 - June 2010
UCLA Daily Bruin October 2008 - March 2009
Press Office Ltd. August 2008 - September 2008
American Apparel February 2008 - June 2008
Bloomingdale's October 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Consumer Products, Brand Licensing, Product Development, Project Management, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Savvy, Relationship Management, Presentations, Public Speaking, Marketing, Market Research, Packaging, Microsoft Office, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Analysis, Concept Development, Toys, Event Planning, Forecasting, Leadership, Management, Sales, Brand Development, Customer Insight, Retail, Fashion, Entertainment, Licensing, Advertising, Creative Direction, Competitive Analysis, Public Relations, Merchandising, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing
Education
University of California, Los Angeles
B.A.
East China Normal University
Otis College of Art and Design
Certificate Digital Design
Spin Master Ltd. October 2013 - Present
GMP Securities November 2010 - August 2013
Canpar Courier 2005 - 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, English, Windows, Outlook, Teaching, Public Speaking
Education
George Brown College 1997 — 1999
Fitness and Lifestyle Management
Ontario Real Estate Association January 2013 - Present
Holt Renfrew November 2011 - June 2013
SC Johnson June 2010 - September 2010
OraFresh Enterprises 2009 - 2009
AME Learning 2008 - 2009
Spin Master Ltd. 2007 - 2007
College Inflatables 2005 - 2007
Education
HEC Lausanne - School of Business 2008 — 2008
Richard Ivey School of Business 2006 — 2008
Honors in Business Administration (HBA), Business
The University of Western Ontario - Richard Ivey School of Business 2006 — 2008
Honors in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management, General
Western University 2003 — 2006
•Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Community Hebrew Acadamy of Toronto
Record Tech March 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. January 2006 - February 2013
ITT Flygt February 2004 - September 2005
Skills
Solidworks, CAD, Machine Setting for CNC..., Product Development, Manufacturing, Injection Molding, Engineering, Rapid Prototyping, Machining, AutoCAD, Plastics, Mechanical Engineering, Cnc, Design Engineering, Materials, Concept Design, Milling, 3D, Lathe, CNC manufacturing, Modeling, Molding, Design Strategy, 3D Studio Max, 3D visualization, Illustrator, Concept Generation, Drawing, Model Making, Rhino, Solid Modeling, 3D Printing, Toys, Design Thinking, Sketching, Mastercam, 3D rendering, Rendering, CNC, CNC Manufacturing, SolidWorks
Education
Xi'an University of Technology 1980 — 1984
bachelor, foundry
Yellow Pages / Pages Jaunes – Canada December 2014 - Present
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) October 2013 - December 2014
D+H (formerly Davis and Henderson) July 2011 - August 2013
Delcan Corporation April 2008 - June 2011
IBM Canada Ltd July 2007 - March 2008
Spin Master Ltd. December 2006 - June 2007
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. October 2003 - April 2004
Skills
Technical Recruiting, Sourcing, Client Relationship..., Talent Acquisition, Building Relationships, Resume Writing, Resume Mining, Hiring Practices, Hiring, Information Technology, Corporate Recruiting, Salary Negotiation, Screening Resumes, IT Recruitment, Recruiting, Onboarding, Benefits Negotiation, Resume, Applicant Tracking...
Education
Ryerson University 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Commerce, Human Resources
Durham College 2001 — 2004
Human Resources Management
Fox (Film, TV & Sports) February 2015 - Present
Nexon April 2014 - July 2014
Jet Morgan Games August 2012 - November 2013
Spin Master Ltd. July 2010 - December 2011
Treyarch/Activision April 2005 - April 2010
Genuine Games April 2004 - April 2005
Black Ops Entertainment May 2002 - April 2004
Prolific Publishing February 2001 - April 2002
Colorforms 1998 - 1999
Skills
Illustration, Art, Game Development, Video Games, Texturing, Character Animation, Maya, Graphic Design, Modeling, Photoshop, Game Design, Traditional Animation, 3D Studio Max, Concept Design, 3D, Illustrator, Zbrush, Texture Painting, Graphics, Storyboarding, Digital Painting, UV mapping
Education
College for Creative Studies 1994 — 1998
BFA, Illustration
Spin Master Ltd. July 2015 - Present
Poly Labs February 2015 - Present
Tandemech Engineering January 2014 - October 2014
Borelite Manufacturing March 2014 - July 2014
Pacific Scientific EMC June 2013 - September 2013
Cal Poly State University September 2012 - January 2013
Boston Scientific June 2012 - September 2012
Allan Hancock College February 2011 - June 2011
Skills
Solidworks, CAD, Matlab, Product Design, R&D, Microsoft Office, Inventor, Machining, Robotics, Manufacturing, GD&T, Technical Writing, 3D Printing, Minitab, AutoCAD, Prototyping, Injection Molding, Soldering, Welding, Laser Welding, Automotive Repair, Microcontrollers, PCB design, Autodesk Inventor, Entrepreneurship, Team Leadership
Education
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 2011 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, EIT
Allan Hancock College 2007 — 2010
A.A, Mechanical Engineering
Spin Master Ltd. March 2010 - Present
Zero Motorcycles, Inc. July 2010 - August 2011
Buell Motorcycle Company January 2008 - January 2010
Crocker Motorcycle Co. June 2005 - July 2007
Type-U April 2005 - June 2005
Skills
Product Design, CAD, Product Development, Sketching, Rendering, Solidworks, Concept Development, Brand Development, Industrial Design, Ideation, Machining, Manufacturing, Injection Molding, Design Strategy, Concept Generation, Rapid Prototyping, Plastics, Design for Manufacturing, Model Making, Design Thinking, Automotive Design, Design Management, Keyshot, Sketchbook Pro, SolidWorks
Education
Humber College 2000 — 2004
Industrial Design
Humber College 2000 — 2004
Industrial and Product Design
Walmart Canada August 2014 - Present
Kobo Inc. March 2013 - August 2014
Spin Master Ltd. June 2012 - March 2013
GfK March 2011 - December 2011
Colours, Promotion and Marketing Services July 2008 - December 2008
T-Systems January 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Marketing Research, Analytical Abilities, Excel, Attention To Detail, Project Planning, PowerPoint, Accuracy, Data Analysis, Project Coordination, Creative Problem Solving, Report Writing, Time Management, SPSS, Market Research, Content Creation, SAP, Management, Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Project Management, Business Strategy, Sales
Education
2009 — 2011
MBA, Marketing
Fundación Universidad de las Américas, Puebla, A.C. 2003 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, International Business Administration
CEL
CEL
CEL
Think Outside Marketing September 2011 - Present
WhirlyGig Creative Inc. February 2012 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2010 - January 2012
Spin Master Ltd. January 2003 - August 2010
The 3DO Company January 1999 - March 2003
Wham-O 1998 - 1998
Hasbro 1996 - 1998
Toy Biz 1995 - 1996
Skills
Toys, Product Development, Brand Management, Consumer Products, Product Marketing, Brand Development, Product Innovation, Cross-functional Team..., Market Planning, Customer Insight, Marketing, Product Management, Integrated Marketing, Packaging, Brand Architecture, Digital Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Product Design, Start-ups, New Business Development, Marketing Management, International Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Boston University 1991 — 1993
Masters in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship
Syracuse University
Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Spin Master Ltd. April 2014 - Present
Shape Products September 2012 - April 2014
Sheer Heaven Drapery June 2006 - June 2012
Carleton University September 2007 - May 2012
Hirst Pacific LTD February 2011 - May 2011
Umbra May 2010 - February 2011
IKEA Canada September 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Sketching, Rendering, Industrial Design, Solidworks, Prototyping, Ideation, Graphics, Interior Design, Furniture, Model Making, Rapid Prototyping, Product Design, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Modeling, Photoshop, Graphic Design, InDesign, Drawing, Design for Manufacturing, SolidWorks
Education
Carleton University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Industrial Design, Industrial and Product Design
Excess Flooring September 2012 - Present
Toronto Hydro September 2011 - February 2012
Spin Master Ltd. June 2009 - September 2011
Spin Master Ltd. October 2007 - June 2009
Danier Leather Inc. January 2005 - September 2007
Skills
SAP, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Excel, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, ERP, Customer Service, Supply Chain Management, Word, Account Management, Planning, Operations Management, Teamwork, Outlook, Time Management, Logistics, Project Planning
Education
Humber College 2004 — 2007
Business, Business Administration, Honors
Kim Tsai Design January 2012 - Present
Jada Toys May 2011 - December 2011
Spin Master Ltd. October 2010 - February 2011
Spin Master Ltd. October 2009 - September 2010
The Disney Store July 2007 - September 2009
Mattel March 2005 - June 2007
Fisher-Price June 2003 - February 2005
The Obb June 2001 - May 2003
Fisher-Price June 2000 - February 2001
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, Trend Presentations, Development Design, Control Art, Project Management, Concept Design, Creative Concept..., Illustration, Toys, Toy Design, Sketching, Product Design, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Rendering, Graphics, Drawing, Ideation, Design Management, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Product Development, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Creative Problem Solving, Art, Idea Generation, Design Thinking, Digital Illustration, Fashion, Packaging, Brand Development, Concept Generation, Model Making
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Design, Toy Design
Fashion Institute of Technology 1998 — 1999
Associate in Design, Fashion Design
Spin Master Ltd. 2014 - Present
SC Johnson 2012 - 2014
Huawei Device (3rd largest smartphone manufacturer globally) January 2010 - August 2011
Bell Mobility January 2009 - January 2010
Microsoft 2006 - 2007
Skills
Product Management, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Sales Management, Marketing Communications, Brand Management, Project Management, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Management, CRM, Marketing, Analytics
Education
Hootsuite
Advanced Social Media Marketing Certificate
Cornell University - Johnson Graduate School of Management 2011 — 2012
Marketing Management
University of Toronto
Business Administration
University of Toronto
Public Relations Management Professional Certificate
B O N D June 2015 - Present
Emiko North Graphic Artist 2010 - Present
B O N D September 2014 - May 2015
Neuron Syndicate Inc. February 2015 - February 2015
NBCUniversal, Inc. April 2014 - May 2014
Mattel April 2014 - April 2014
TOMS June 2013 - July 2013
Creative Impact Agency December 2012 - February 2013
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - July 2012
Matsuno Design Group 2000 - 2010
Skills
Art Direction, Home Entertainment, Packaging, Image Manipulation, Graphic Design, Toys, Illustrator, Film, Production Art, Pre-press, Mac, Home Video, Art, Consumer Packaged Goods..., Brand Development, Entertainment Industry, Television, Branding & Identity, Print Ads, Outdoor Advertising, Vendor Relationships, Entertainment, InDesign, Photoshop, Theatrical Advertising, Awards Season, Trade Advertising, Written & Verbal..., Client Relations Skills, Promotional Copy, Collectibles, Cause Marketing
Education
UCLA
Bachelor of Arts cum Laude, Design and Visual Communications
Art Center College of Design
Metroland Media June 2015 - Present
Metroland Media Digital Commerce December 2013 - June 2015
Spin Master Ltd. June 2012 - December 2013
Samsung Electronics September 2011 - June 2012
Strut Entertainment August 2010 - May 2011
T.O. Sports Magazine January 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Digital Marketing, Editing, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Media, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Copywriting, Publicity, Newsletters, Market Research
Education
The University of Western Ontario 2004 — 2008
Honours Bachelor of Arts, Double Major - Communications and Sociology
Humber College 2010 — 2010
Graduate Certificate, Public Relations
Spin Master Ltd. January 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. April 2013 - Present
GlocalSpace September 2012 - February 2013
Glocalspace June 2010 - February 2013
dpi - iran May 2009 - May 2010
Tak co. September 2000 - April 2009
IMS March 1997 - August 2000
Skills
Software Development, Hibernate, Java Enterprise Edition, Maven, Tomcat, Spring, Subversion, Java, JUnit, PL/SQL, Oracle, jQuery, MongoDB, AngularJS, C, Web Applications, Design Patterns, REST, Objective-C, Spring Integration, x86 Assembly, PhoneGap, Git, Software Engineering, MySQL, Apache Camel
Education
Ferdowsi University of Mashhad 1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Software Engineering
Spin Master Ltd. April 2006 - Present
Skills
Illustration, Packaging, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, Layout, Logo Design, Corporate Identity, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Production, Toys, Ideation, Retouching, Logos, Design Strategy, Sketching, Concept Development, Model Making, Design Thinking, Product Design, Digital Illustration, 3D, Industrial Design, Concept Design, Rendering, Visual Communication, Vector Illustration, Brand Development, Typography, Design Management, ArtiosCAD, Branding & Identity, Experience Design, Posters, Catalogs, Interaction Design
Education
Canadore College 1994 — 1996
Graphi Communications
CamelBak July 2014 - Present
CamelBak July 2012 - July 2014
UCLA Anderson School of Management September 2010 - June 2012
Spin Master Ltd. June 2011 - August 2011
CamelBak July 2006 - August 2010
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2002 — 2006
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Get Leashed Magazine October 2014 - Present
MacLaren McCann July 2013 - October 2014
MavenSay January 2013 - May 2013
Spin Master Ltd. October 2012 - January 2013
Capital C August 2010 - October 2012
pivotal(arts)theatre company inc September 2010 - March 2011
Capital C November 2008 - August 2010
JWT July 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Social Media, Community Management, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Facebook, Content Strategy, Advertising, Marketing, Strategy, Leadership, Radio, Integrated Marketing
Education
Humber College 2007 — 2008
Diploma, Copywriting Advertising (encompassing digital, interactive advertising and writing for the web).
University of Guelph 2002 — 2006
BA, Theatre
Spin Master Ltd. October 2012 - Present
PBinns Design April 2011 - February 2014
Arrowsmith Corporation June 2012 - October 2012
Morgan Solar Inc. September 2011 - October 2012
Humber College September 2007 - April 2011
Pylon July 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Typography, Illustrator, Layout, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Graphics, Branding & Identity, Illustration, Editorial, Photography, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Corporate Branding, Packaging, Communication Design, Ideation, Construction, Corporate Identity, Posters, Pre-press, Brochures, Logos, Book Design, Print Production, Concept Development, Advertising, InDesign, Information Design, Web Design, Sketching, Design Thinking, Type Design, Typeface Design, Technical Writing, Technical Illustration
Education
Humber College 2007 — 2011
Advanced Diploma, Graphic Design, 4.0
University of Waterloo 2005 — 2006
50% complete, General Science (Pre-Med Specialization), GPA 4.0
Radical Sheep Productions Inc. October 2014 - Present
Radical Sheep Productions Inc. October 2014 - Present
Nelvana 2015 - 2015
DHX Media June 2013 - May 2014
Nelvana 2009 - December 2012
ToonBox Entertainment 2010 - 2012
Spin Master Ltd. 2010 - August 2011
Sinking Ship Entertainment July 2008 - July 2009
Cookie Jar Entertainment March 2009 - June 2009
9story Entertainment Inc. April 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Screenwriting, Animation, Comedy, Television, Voice Acting, Film Production, Commercials, Directing, Film, Storytelling, Feature Films, Short Films, Post Production, Documentaries, Producing, Screenwriter, Final Draft, Video Production, Entertainment, Final Cut Pro, Character Animation
Education
Humber College 2001 — 2002
Post Grad, Television Writing & Producing
Humber College 2000 — 2001
Post Grad, Comedy Writing and Performing
Prairie Broadcast Training Institute 1988 — 1989
Certificate, On Air and Audio Production
Day6 Sports Group July 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. December 2013 - July 2014
Spin Master Ltd. October 2009 - December 2013
Spin Master Toys October 2006 - October 2009
Mattel October 2004 - October 2006
LEGO Group October 2004 - October 2006
LEGO Group November 2001 - October 2002
LEGO Group January 2000 - November 2001
MineLab Electronics July 1999 - December 1999
Princess Yachts International plc June 1996 - June 1998
Skills
Toys, Product Development, Design Strategy, Packaging, Consumer Products, Sketching, Product Innovation, Brand Development, Design Management, Product Design, Industrial Design, Design Thinking, Creative Direction, Video Games, Customer Insight, Concept Design, Product Marketing, Illustration, InDesign, Storyboarding, Concept Development, Model Making, Art Direction, Brand Management, Game Design, Rapid Prototyping, Cross-functional Team..., Creative Problem Solving, Illustrator, Brand Licensing, Concept Generation, Experience Design, Graphic Design
Education
Coventry University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Science with Honors, Industrial Product Design
St Bartholomew's school Newbury
Spin Master Ltd. June 2011 - Present
Freelance TV Commercial Line Producer 2000 - Present
Code Film Inc. 2004 - 2006
Industry Films July 2000 - December 2003
Guerrilla TV November 1994 - 1998
City-TV January 1989 - September 1994
Skills
Production, Television Production, Film, Commercials, Feature Films, TV production, Production Management, Film Production, Television, Video Production, Entertainment, Production Managment, Post Production, Screenwriting, Documentaries, Video, Reality, Producing
Education
Maine Film & Television Workshops, Rockport 1993 — 1993
Producing
University of Southern California 1990 — 1990
Film & TV Production
Humber College 1987 — 1990
Diploma, Film & TV Production
Sir John A. Macdonald 1981 — 1986
Spin Master Ltd. August 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. December 2010 - July 2014
Spin Master Ltd December 2008 - November 2010
MGA Entertainment, Little Tikes February 2004 - September 2008
American Honda Motor Company, Inc. September 2000 - March 2004
Skills
Vehicle design, Product Design, Inventor, Toy Design, Automotive Nerd, Sketching, Model making and..., Research, Project Management, Automotive, Model Making, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Automotive Design, Concept Design, Rendering, Sculpture, Design Strategy, Toys, Design Management, Brand Development, Rapid Prototyping, Concept Generation, Design Thinking, Clay Modelling, Modeling, Art Direction, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Graphics, Illustration, Packaging, Experience Design, 3D rendering, Digital Illustration, 3D, Sketchbook Pro, 3D visualization, Storyboarding, Corporate Identity, 3D Modeling, Marker Rendering, Keyshot, Rhino, Illustrator, Alias Studio Tools, Drawing, Visual Communication, Conceptual Art, Interaction Design
Education
Art Center College of Design 1996 — 2000
BS, Product Design
Pasadena City College
Industrial Design
Marv Consulting 2014 - Present
AMEC April 2012 - May 2013
Direct Energy March 2011 - March 2012
Spin Master Ltd. March 2010 - March 2011
Starbucks Coffee Canada October 2005 - March 2010
The Home Depot October 2001 - October 2005
Venezuelan Petroleum Company (PDVSA) 1985 - 2000
Skills
Compensation & Benefits, Compensation, Global Compensation, Job Evaluation, Total Rewards Strategies
Education
Central Michigan University 2001 — 2002
Human Resources
St. Edward's University 1982 — 1985
BBA, Finance
Universidad del Zulia 1981 — 1983
Day6 Sports Group July 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. July 2013 - June 2014
Spin Master August 2009 - 2012
Spin Master Ltd. 2006 - August 2009
Mattel 2005 - 2006
Mattel 2003 - 2005
Mattel 2002 - 2003
PepsiCo June 2001 - August 2001
Nike 1998 - 2000
Merrill Lynch 1995 - 1998
Skills
Customer Insight, Brand Management, Consumer Products, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Web Analytics, Brand Architecture, Product Marketing, Brand Development, Strategy, Marketing Management, Strategic Partnerships, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Digital, Mobile Marketing, Digital Marketing, Segmentation, P&L Management, Brand Equity, Analytics, Product Development, Digital Strategy, Building Relationships
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2000 — 2002
MBA, Marketing
Georgetown University 1991 — 1995
BS, Finance
Slap Happy Cartoons September 2014 - June 2015
Spin Master Ltd. March 2013 - May 2015
DHX Media October 2013 - September 2014
Hasbro June 2007 - September 2013
DHX Media April 2012 - 2013
DHX Media/Studio B Productions 2009 - 2013
BeesWax Media Inc. January 2002 - 2012
Atomic Cartoons Inc. April 1999 - October 2009
Skills
Character Animation, Animation, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Flash, Concept Design, Television, Art, Cartoons, Logo Design, Feature Films, Commercials, Music Videos, Music, New Media
Education
Capilano University 1997 — 1999
Commercial Animation Program
University of Calgary 1991 — 1995
B.Ed, Education
Radical Sheep Productions Inc. January 2015 - Present
Made Up Writing Company Name January 2001 - Present
DHX Media June 2013 - June 2014
Spin Master Ltd. July 2010 - February 2013
Nelvana June 2009 - May 2011
Fresh TV January 2009 - September 2009
Sinking Ship Entertainment July 2008 - July 2009
Cookie Jar Entertainment March 2009 - June 2009
Fresh TV December 2008 - June 2009
9story Entertainment Inc. April 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Post Production, Television, Screenwriting, Animation, Storytelling, Film, Film Production, Strategic Planning, Entertainment, Video Production, Final Draft, Comedy, Feature Films, Producing, Final Cut Pro
Education
Humber College 2001 — 2002
Black Belt, Comedy - performance and writing AKA, really?
The University of Western Ontario 1996 — 2000
BA, Media, Information and Technoculture, AKA future unemployment.
Stephanie Weiner Photography May 2004 - Present
Freelance Writer March 2004 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. November 2008 - January 2010
MacLaren McCann May 2001 - February 2004
J. Walter Thompson September 1998 - May 2001
TAXI September 1997 - September 1998
Leo Burnett November 1995 - September 1997
Saatchi & Saatchi June 1994 - November 1995
Skills
Creative Direction
Education
Dawson College 1988 — 1991
DEC, Graphic Design
Mattel, Inc. September 2015 - Present
Mattel April 2012 - September 2015
Hulu September 2011 - December 2011
Spin Master Ltd. June 2011 - August 2011
Orbitz March 2008 - July 2010
Orbitz March 2006 - March 2008
First Fireworks June 2005 - August 2005
ClearChannel 2002 - 2002
Skills
Analytics, SEM, Web Analytics, Digital Marketing, Segmentation, Mobile Marketing, Marketing Management, Digital Media, Brand Management, Digital Strategy, Advertising, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, E-commerce, Marketing, Online Advertising, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Interactive Marketing, Brand Development, Customer Insight, Strategic Partnerships, Online Marketing, Customer Acquisition, B2B Marketing, Media Planning, Marketing Research, Google Analytics, Direct Marketing
Education
University of California, Los Angeles - The Anderson School of Management 2010 — 2012
MBA, Marketing
University of Wisconsin-Madison - School of Business 2001 — 2005
BBA, Marketing, International Business
ESCP Europe 2004 — 2004
International Business
Spin Master Ltd. June 2015 - Present
SD Designz 2004 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. May 2014 - June 2015
Phase 4 Films 2008 - 2014
Phase 4 Films (kaboom! entertainment) 2004 - 2008
Skills
Entertainment, New Media, Digital Media, Television, Creative Direction, Advertising, Digital Strategy, Film, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Brochures, Graphics, Marketing, Graphic Design, Logo Design
Education
Humber College 2003 — 2004
Graphic Design
Dalhousie University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Commerce, Marketing
St. Andrew's College 1995 — 1999
Edd Baptista 2007 - Present
Y&R Toronto, Zulu Alpha Kilo, Bensimon Byrne and J. Walter Thompson Canada September 2013 - January 2015
Anomaly and Zulu Alpha Kilo June 2013 - July 2013
Spin Master Ltd. April 2011 - August 2011
Ingenious Devices 2009 - July 2011
Extreme Group November 2010 - January 2011
BBDO Toronto April 2010 - August 2010
Lowe Roche, zig and Zulu Alpha Kilo 2009 - 2010
Zulu Alpha Kilo 2008 - 2009
BBDO Toronto, Cossette, zig Ideas, Arnold Worldwide, Grey Canada and Juniper Park 2005 - 2008
Skills
Art Direction, Creative Strategy, Creative Direction, Interactive Advertising, Concept Development, Brand Development, Advertising, Outdoor Advertising, Typography, Visual Communication, Illustration, Corporate Identity, Logo Design, Brand Architecture, Layout, Experience Design, Image Manipulation, Photography, Direct Mail, Digital Illustration, InDesign, Corporate Branding, Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Posters, Brochures, Branding & Identity, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Marketing
Education
Ontario College of Art and Design 1985 — 1989
Diploma
Humber College
Humber College
Humber College
Humber College
LPC Communications September 2014 - Present
Interactive Toy Concepts 2007 - August 2014
Fine Recycling Solutions 2006 - 2007
Spin Master Ltd. 2001 - 2006
Skills
Toys, Consumer Products, Brand Development, Brand Management, International Marketing, Marketing, Merchandising, Concept Development, Brand Licensing, Trade Marketing, Product Development, Retail Marketing, Brand Architecture, Shopper Marketing, Packaging, Product Innovation, Customer Insight, Licensing, Digital Marketing, Creative Direction, Trade Shows, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Product Marketing, Relationship Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Brand Awareness, Marketing Management, Advertising
Education
Concordia University 1996 — 2000
Political Science and Government
Upper Canada College 1989 — 1993
Spin Master Ltd. April 2015 - Present
ZoomerMedia Limited. September 2014 - April 2015
Rogers Communications June 2012 - September 2014
Rogers Communications April 2011 - June 2012
Reader's Digest November 2010 - April 2011
Best Health, Reader's Digest January 2008 - November 2010
Transcontinental June 2006 - December 2007
Canadian Geographic March 1998 - May 2007
Gardening Life Magazine February 1996 - March 1998
Skills
Social Media, Magazines, Advertising Sales, Public Relations, Event Planning, Event Management, Team Building, Advertising, Promotions, New Business Development, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Sponsorship, Digital Media, Online Marketing, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership, Publishing, Sales, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Brand Development, Budgets, Mobile Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Management, Brand Management, Content Strategy, Media Planning, Management, Strategy, Direct Marketing
Education
George Brown College
North Toronto
York University
Jakks Pacific May 2014 - Present
Jakks Pacific February 2011 - Present
Swart Ad December 2010 - February 2011
LORAC Cosmetics December 2010 - February 2011
AGI Media September 2010 - December 2010
The Disney Store February 2007 - September 2010
Spin Master Ltd. April 2010 - June 2010
Meat & Potatoes March 2010 - May 2010
Uniq April 2004 - February 2007
Creative Impact Agency August 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Packaging, Logo Design, Art Direction, Trade Shows, Showrooms, Adobe Creative Suite, Style Guides, Graphic Design, Concepts, Website Promotion, Layout, Art, Concept Development, Graphics, Advertising, Typography, Creative Direction, Catalogs, Concept Design, Image Manipulation, Brand Development, Visual Communication, Mac, InDesign, Sketching, Banners, Design Strategy, Direct Mail, Image Editing, Photoshop, Rendering, Flyers, Business Cards, Photography, Illustrator, Brochures, Corporate Identity, Corporate Branding, Adobe Acrobat, Branding, Branding & Identity, Posters, Illustration, Digital Illustration, Vector Illustration, Drawing
Education
California State University-Northridge 2005 — 2006
Bachelor, Graphic Design
Pasadena City College 2003 — 2005
A.A, Graphic Design
Art Center College of Design 2001 — 2003
Advertising
Salt Lake Community College January 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. July 2010 - February 2013
State of Utah August 2007 - August 2009
Skills
Management, Sales, Merchandising, Retail, Project Planning, Event Planning, Marketing, Public Relations, Social Networking, Microsoft Word, Nonprofits
Education
Salt Lake Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate of Science (A.S.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Brigham Young University 1995 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater
Spin Master Ltd. August 2014 - Present
Randstad Technologies formerly Sapphire Technologies July 2000 - August 2014
Sapphire Canada formerly CNC Global July 2000 - August 2014
Delta Management May 1998 - December 1998
Skills
Coaching, Interviewing Preparation, Relationship Management, Communication, Negotiation, Contractor Management, Contract Recruitment, Contract Negotiation, Information Technology, Permanent Staffing, Technical Recruiting, Interviews, Applicant Tracking..., PeopleSoft, Recruiting, Management, Talent Management, VMware, Internet Recruiting, Permanent Placement, Executive Search, Training, Sourcing, Talent Acquisition, SharePoint, Mobile Devices, Benefits Negotiation, Human Resources, IT Recruitment, Team Management, Screening, WPF, Screening Resumes, .NET, HTML, RPO, Temporary Placement, Business Analysis, Reference Checking, Vendor Management, Resume Writing, JD Edwards, SDLC, Staffing Services, AIX, Staff Augmentation, Silverlight, Telecommunications, Resource Management, Consulting
Education
Brandeis University 1996 — 1998
Masters x2, MBA for non-profit and Community Service
Spin Master Ltd. March 2014 - May 2014
Bell September 2012 - March 2014
Rogers Communications April 2010 - September 2013
Rogers Communications September 2010 - September 2011
Cineplex Entertainment March 2006 - March 2008
Skills
French, Communication Skills, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Customer Service, Sales, Technology, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Corporate Communications
Education
University of Guelph 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication and Media Studies, 3.4
Humber College 2007 — 2011
Advanced Diploma, Public Relations, 3.4
Accuristix September 2013 - Present
TELoIP Inc November 2012 - September 2013
Spin Master Ltd. July 2008 - November 2012
Brydson Group Ltd. May 2004 - June 2008
Paramount Canada's Wonderland 2001 - 2004
Skills
VPN, VMware ESX, Active Directory, Network Security, DNS, Microsoft Exchange, TCP/IP, Windows Server, DHCP, Blackberry Enterprise..., Servers, Cisco Technologies, Citrix, Security, Juniper, WAN, High Availability, Networking, BGP
Education
Durham College 1999 — 2002
Diploma, Computer Systems Technology
Serena Wong Consulting February 2008 - Present
Big Fish Consulting Inc. July 2011 - November 2011
OCAD University December 2006 - November 2007
Spin Master Ltd. September 2005 - November 2006
Government of Canada January 2001 - August 2004
Skills
Research, Inspiration, Market Research, Product Development, Ideation, Packaging, Analysis, Strategic Planning, Product Design, Brand Development
Education
Carleton University 2004 — 2005
Industrial Design
Emily Carr University of Art and Design 2003 — 2004
General Fine Arts
University of Ottawa 1996 — 2001
Bachelors of Commerce, Marketing, Finance
Nielsen May 2015 - Present
Nielsen December 2013 - May 2014
Nielsen April 2012 - November 2013
The Nielsen Company February 2011 - April 2012
Spin Master Ltd. 2008 - 2008
Bensimon Byrne 2007 - 2007
Grip Limited 2005 - 2006
Skills
Customer Insight, Market Research, Nielsen, Analytics, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Quantitative Research, Account Management, Management, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Research, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Market Analysis, Strategy, Segmentation, Marketing
Education
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management 2007 — 2009
MBA
Fashion Institute of Technology 2003 — 2004
Associate of Applied Science, Advertising and Marketing Communications
Western University 2000 — 2003
B.A., Psychology
WEN-YO LU DESIGN May 2006 - Present
Motorola July 2014 - November 2014
Hewlett-Packard August 2012 - July 2014
Nokia March 2008 - August 2012
Nokia May 2006 - February 2008
Panasonic June 2005 - September 2005
Panasonic Duospace Studio March 2005 - April 2005
Spin Master Ltd. September 2004 - December 2004
Karten Design August 2004 - August 2004
BMW Group DesignworksUSA February 2004 - May 2004
Skills
Illustrator, User Experience, Industrial Design, Solidworks, Design Strategy, Conceptual Design, Concept Development, Product Design, Bunkspeed, Photoshop, Concept Design, Catia, User-centered Design, Design Thinking, Sketching, Product Development, Concept Generation, Design Management, Experience Design, SolidWorks
Education
Art Center College of Design 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Product Design, Graduated with honors
Jakks Pacific March 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd July 2006 - March 2013
Small World Toys 2001 - 2006
Line Up Technology 1999 - 2001
Nordstrom July 1992 - June 1997
Skills
Illustration, Toys, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Brand Architecture, Marketing Strategy, Packaging, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Trade Shows, Creative Direction, Integrated Marketing, Product Marketing, Customer Insight
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1998 — 2000
BS, Psychology
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 1991 — 1993
AA, Visual Merchandising and Space 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
Ubisoft March 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. April 2010 - March 2014
Umbra January 2010 - April 2010
iToys, Inc. (Irwin Toy) April 2006 - December 2009
Ticoon Technology, Inc August 1999 - August 2003
NTT Data Sekisui Systems January 1996 - July 1999
Education
Humber College 2003 — 2007
Bachelor, Industrial Design, Transportation Design
University of Toronto 1989 — 1993
Bachelor, Mechanical Engineering
Spin Master Ltd. March 2011 - May 2015
Plastic Dressup October 2007 - March 2011
Lanard Toys 2005 - 2006
Kenner Products / Hasbro 1989 - 2004
Hasbro 1991 - 1995
Skills
Toys, Product Design, Consumer Products, Industrial Design, Retail, Graphic Design, Packaging, Art, Product Development, Concept Development, Design Strategy, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Concept Design, Sketching, Design Thinking, Design Management, Art Direction, Illustration, Digital Illustration, Product Innovation, Photoshop, Injection Molding, Retail Packaging, Animation, Brand Management, Concept Generation, Experience Design, Illustrator, Rapid Prototyping, Rendering, Graphics, Model Making, Sketchbook Pro
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 1977 — 1981
Bachelor's degree, Industrial and Product Design
Columbus College of Art & Design 1977 — 1981
BS, Industrial and Product Design
Idea Planet March 2015 - Present
Strottman International April 2009 - December 2014
Aeryon Labs, Inc. December 2008 - August 2011
Spin Master Ltd. January 2007 - December 2008
Spin Master Ltd. November 2004 - January 2007
Hobbico June 1998 - November 2004
Hobbico August 1993 - June 1998
Tactair Fluid Controls February 1992 - August 1993
US Army June 1983 - February 1992
Skills
Product Design, Product Development, Engineering, Engineering Management, Rapid Prototyping, Toys, Injection Molding, Cross-functional Team..., Product Innovation, Concept Development, Design for Manufacturing, Testing, SolidWorks, Manufacturing, Plastics
Education
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Baccalaureate of Science
Spin Master Ltd February 2003 - Present
Irwin Toy July 2001 - December 2002
Loblaw Companies Limited March 2001 - July 2002
Skills
Customer Insight, International Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Licensing, Product Marketing, Retail, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Product Management, Account Management
Education
Humber College 1990 — 1992
Graphic Design and Advertising
Flossie & Ray July 2015 - Present
Karla Warren Babcock - Artist October 2013 - Present
Impact Sales, Inc. April 2014 - July 2015
Spin Master Ltd. October 2011 - February 2013
Copy-It May 2011 - October 2011
Mosaic Sales Solutions November 2006 - May 2011
Home Fabrics & Rugs May 2010 - October 2010
Skyline Church August 2009 - December 2009
Treasures Furniture May 2005 - June 2005
Home Decor & More June 2003 - December 2004
Skills
Illustrator, Graphic Design, InDesign, Mac, Sales, Adobe Creative Suite, Merchandising, Art, Web Design, Photography, Image Manipulation, Photoshop, Layout, Digital Illustration, Marketing, Image Compositing, Retouching, Sewing
Education
Grossmont College 2011 — 2012
Art, Design & Photography classes
Cuyamaca College 2009 — 2010
Certificate, Web Graphics, 4.0/4.0
Cuyamaca College 2005 — 2009
Associate in Science, Graphic Design, GPA 4.0/4.0
West Coast School of Professional Photography
Portrait and wedding photography classes and workshops
Mattel, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Mattel, Inc. March 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. March 2011 - April 2014
The Honey Tree Store July 2011 - March 2014
Mattel September 2008 - March 2011
Playmates Toys 2004 - 2008
Skills
Toys, Concept Design, Concept Development, Sketching, Illustration, Product Design, Packaging, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Illustrator, Consumer Products, Design Strategy, Product Development, Model Making, Industrial Design, Design Management, Art, Graphics, Brand Development, Digital Illustration
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Toy Design
Orange Coast College 2006 — 2008
Fashion Forecasting
El Camino College 1998 — 2000
Fine Arts
CBC/Radio-Canada January 2015 - Present
ConnectOTT December 2013 - Present
Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa January 2014 - January 2015
TD December 2011 - November 2013
Bank of America February 2010 - December 2011
Bank of America June 2008 - January 2010
Bank of America January 2006 - June 2008
OgilvyAction January 2005 - January 2006
Spin Master Ltd. April 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Advertising, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Market Research, Photoshop, Direct Mail, InDesign, Copywriting, Graphic Design, Idea Generation, Corporate Communications, Communication, Illustrator, Public Relations, Direct Marketing, Internal Communications, Email Marketing, QuarkXPress, Problem Solving, Creative Executions, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Editing, Newsletters, Relationship Marketing, Creative Direction, Social Media, Brand Development, Corporate Branding, Social Media Marketing, Budgets, Digital Strategy, Online Advertising, Communications Planning, Strategy, Social Networking, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Strategic Communications, Integrated Marketing, CRM, SEO, Lead Generation
Education
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology 2002 — 2005
Advertising & Marketing Communications Management
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology 2012 — 2013
Certificate, Social Media, (with honours)
SAP May 2015 - Present
SAP May 2014 - April 2015
SAP October 2013 - May 2014
SAP August 2012 - May 2013
CGI May 2011 - August 2011
Spin Master Ltd. May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Market Research, Sales, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, CRM, Team Leadership, Business Development, Project Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, SAP, Integrated Marketing, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Solution Selling, Whiteboarding
Education
Dalhousie University 2008 — 2012
BMgmt, Bachelor of Management
Bandai America 2012 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2009 - 2012
American Racing Equipment, Inc. 2007 - 2008
Intex Recreation Corp. 2003 - 2007
Wallace Computer Services 2002 - 2003
Skills
Product Development, Brand Management, Consumer Packaged Goods..., P&L Responsibility, Forecasting, Market Research, Marketing Strategy, Pricing, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Customer Insight, Marketing Management, Microsoft Office, Marketing Research, Market Analysis, Positioning, Consumer Products, Trade Shows, Toy Industry, Automotive Aftermarket, Product Innovation, Consumer Insight, Pricing Strategy, Licensing, Brand Architecture, Focus Groups, Advertising, Product Design, Toys, P&L Management
Education
California State University-Long Beach
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Management and Operations Management
Palomar College
AA, General Studies
Spin Master Ltd. August 2012 - Present
Strottman April 2008 - August 2012
Logistix / Equity Marketing June 2004 - March 2008
The Marketing Store March 2002 - June 2004
Kozan Studios January 2001 - March 2003
Freelance Contractor / Film industry January 1998 - 2002
Skills
Graphics, Sculpture, Toys, Art, Innovation research and..., Trend Analysis, Trend Research, Trend Spotting, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Creative Problem Solving, Creative Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Concept..., Product Design, New Product Ideation, Innovation Management, Innovative Thinking, Innovation Development, Concept Design, Conceptual Art, doodling, Product Development, Corporate Identity, Art Direction, Doodling, Industrial Design, Illustrator, Concept Development, Sketching, Illustration, Rendering, Packaging, Brand Development, Design Strategy, Design Management, Concept Generation, Branding & Identity, Graphic Design, Typography, Visual Communication, Storyboarding, Digital Illustration, Corporate Branding, Image Manipulation
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2000 — 2001
CE, Design and Humanities
School of Visual Arts 1995 — 1997
Bachelor, Design and Humanities
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 1993 — 1995
Specialized Technology Degree, visual communications
Electric Sheep Game Consulting November 2010 - Present
The Los Angeles Film School August 2013 - Present
Jet Morgan Games 2012 - 2013
Spin Master Ltd. 2008 - 2010
Abandon Interactive Entertainment 2005 - 2008
Activision 2002 - 2005
The 3DO Company 1997 - 2002
Cyberdreams 1993 - 1997
Interactive Support Group 1991 - 1993
Walt Disney Computer Software 1987 - 1991
Skills
Video Games, Game Development, Game Design, Social Games, Mobile Games, Computer Games, Casual Games, Online Gaming, Project Management, Gamification, Team Building, Teaching, Public Speaking, Consulting, Educational Games, MMO, Gaming, Creative Direction, Interactive..., MMORPG, Creative Writing, Scrum, Photoshop, Web Design, Serious Games, Game Mechanics, Gameplay, JIRA, Web Development, Blogging, Facebook, Visio, Video Game Design, Writing, Recruiting, Video Game Development, Software Project..., Digital Asset Management, Web Content Management, MS Project, PowerPoint, Mind Mapping, Basecamp, Wordpress, Twitter, Creative Development, RPG, Confluence, Instructional Design, Simulations
Education
California State University-Northridge 1976 — 1981
B.S., Computer Science
Los Angeles Pierce College 1985 — 1990
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
College of the Canyons 2011 — 2012
Computer Science
Evriholder Products, LLC August 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. July 2014 - August 2015
Pacific World Corporation September 2012 - July 2014
Bandai America June 2009 - January 2012
Playmates Toys 2007 - 2009
Holman and Associates (Broker for Tyson Foods) March 2001 - June 2003
ConAgra Foods 1997 - 2001
Skills
Toys, Licensing, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Products, Promotions, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Entertainment, International Marketing, Marketing Research, Market Planning, Category Management, Creative Development, Creative Direction, Forecasting, Budgets, Product Launch, Customer Insight, Competitive Analysis, Brand Development, Management, Brand Management, Retail, Advertising, Product Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing, Business Strategy, Sales, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Planning, Trade Marketing, Trade Shows, Social Media Marketing, Packaging, Key Account Management, Market Research, P&L Management, Merchandising, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, FMCG, Strategy, Segmentation, Digital Marketing, Start-ups, Brand Architecture, Market Analysis
Education
Biola University
BA, Psychology
Spin Master Ltd. October 2013 - Present
Hasbro September 2006 - March 2012
Tucker Toys 2006 - 2007
Toy Biz 2000 - 2005
Shelcore Toys 1999 - 2000
Spencer Gifts 1995 - 2000
Skills
Toys, Product Development, Consumer Product Design, Brand Development, product materials, sourcing & costing, product scheduling, Control Drawing, Advertising Layout, Copy-Writing, Mechanical Layout, Package Design, Marker Rendering, Photography, Art Direction, Digital Photo Retouching, Adobe Creative Suite, Art, Character Animation, Concept Design, Concept Development, Concept Generation, Consumer Products, Copywriting, Creative Direction, Drawing, Illustration, Image Manipulation, Industrial Design, Layout, Licensing, Logo Design, Packaging, Product Design, Production Planning, Sketching, Storyboarding
Education
Art Institute of Philadelphia 1990 — 1995
Pleasantiville High School 1986 — 1990
Spin Master Ltd. April 2015 - July 2015
BMO Financial Group May 2014 - August 2014
POSS Limited Design- Industrial Engineering September 2013 - December 2013
Canadian Tire January 2013 - May 2013
D.B. Aviation Ltd. March 2012 - January 2013
Canadian Armed Forces Forces armées canadiennes July 2011 - January 2013
CrossFit Exertion July 2010 - September 2012
Skills
Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Team Leadership, Management, Customer Service, Teamwork, Oral Communication, Brand Management, Public Speaking, Success Driven, Entrepreneurship, Microsoft Office, Time Management
Education
Dalhousie University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General, 3.88 Major GPA
Ford Motor Company 2007 - Present
ProCreate June 2012 - February 2013
Worx Toys April 2012 - June 2012
Spin Master Ltd. May 2011 - August 2011
Education
Humber College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor Industrial Design
Humber College
Spin Master Ltd. May 2012 - Present
Otis College of Art and Design August 2008 - May 2012
Mattel August 2011 - December 2011
Spin Master Ltd. May 2011 - August 2011
Otis College of Art and Design August 2008 - May 2011
Mattel August 2010 - December 2010
JMP Creative Solutions May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Drawing Skills, Marker Rendering, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Animation, 3-D Modeling, Model Making, Drawing, 3D Modeling, Sculpture, Concept Design, Character Animation, Rhino, Toys, Layout, Sketching, 3D, Illustration, Rendering, Concept Development
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2008 — 2012
BFA, Toy Design
Art Center College of Design 2008 — 2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
Bellybuds April 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2013 - April 2015
Toys R Us April 2011 - June 2013
Filene's Basement January 2009 - April 2011
The Jones Group Inc. October 2006 - January 2009
HSN September 2003 - October 2006
Skills
Private Label, Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Management, Product Management, Product Development, Brand Management, Manufacturing, Buying, Allocation, Vendor Relations, Supply Chain, Sourcing, Pricing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Trend Analysis, Overseas Production, Consumer Goods..., Juvenile Products, Baby Products, Leadership, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Merchandise Planning, Event Management, Toy Industry, Branding & Identity, Digital Marketing, Blog Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Written & Oral..., Apparel, Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Management, Forecasting, Advertising, Consumer Products
Education
Full Sail University 2001 — 2003
Associate of Science, Film, Video, Advertisment Production
St. Petersburg College
Associate of Science (AS), Business
Spin Master Ltd. January 2015 - April 2015
STUDIO LILIANA BECERRA January 2011 - May 2011
Mandalah November 2010 - May 2011
Art Center College of Design February 2008 - January 2010
EcoCouncil January 2007 - January 2010
Intelligent Mobility International November 2007 - January 2009
MINT (Entrepreneurial Student Organization) August 2007 - January 2009
Art Center College of Design January 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Concept Development, Illustrator, Industrial Design, Rendering, Alias Studio Tools, Sketching, Design Strategy, Photoshop, Keynote, Design Thinking, Brand Development, Microsoft Office, Arduino, Concept Design, Rapid Prototyping, Public Speaking, 3D Printing, 3D Prototyping, Research, SolidWorks, Market Research, Strategic Design, Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Trend Forecasting, Trend Research, OpenPilot, Adobe Creative Suite, ArduCopter
Education
Art Center College of Design 2007 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Product Design
Caltech
University Liggett School
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - Present
Eye Care For Animals, Opthalmology Specialty, Wheeling, IL December 2009 - August 2010
RoadWarrior, Inc., Nesconset, NY March 2009 - September 2009
Fox Valley Animal Hospital March 2004 - March 2006
Banfield Pet Hospital November 2002 - February 2004
Account Resource January 2001 - March 2002
Skills
Marketing, Merchandising, Retail, Product Development, Sales, Inventory Management, Market Research, Visual Merchandising, Customer Service, Social Media, Public Speaking, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Training
Education
Bradley University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, Theatre/Performance, Communications/Speech
Wheeling High School, Wheeling IL 1992 — 1996
General
Jakks Pacific December 2014 - Present
Women in Animation October 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2014 - December 2014
Mattel August 2013 - December 2014
Lisa Frank, Inc. January 2014 - March 2014
GSN (Game Show Network) July 2013 - January 2014
Disney Interactive May 2011 - June 2013
Girls Drawin' Girls 2009 - 2013
Wind River Casino July 2008 - May 2011
Wind River Casino February 2006 - July 2008
Skills
Maya, Animation, Character Animation, Flash, After Effects, Illustrator, Illustration, Digital Painting, Graphics, Graphic Design, Art, Drawing, Art Direction, Motion Graphics, 3D, Premiere, Layout, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Computer Animation, Storyboarding, Digital Illustration, InDesign, Concept Design, Traditional Animation, Vector Illustration, Visual Arts, Conceptual Art, Cartoons, Video Games, User Interface, Digital Art
Education
Academy of Art University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), AA, BFA-Character Animation, AA:Children's Storybook Illustration
Animation Mentor 2007 — 2008
3D Character Animation
Central Wyoming College 1997 — 2000
Art & Child Psychology
Track DDB July 2015 - Present
RAPP May 2012 - July 2015
INC Media 2009 - 2013
Rivet/DraftFCB Healthcare January 2011 - March 2012
We Are Tonic May 2010 - August 2010
Spin Master Ltd. July 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Art Direction, Concept Development, Creative Development, Production, Direct Mail, Photography, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Humber College 2007 — 2011
Creative Advertising
PECO Pallet, Inc. September 2015 - Present
Andrews Distributing March 2015 - July 2015
Tommy Bahama August 2014 - March 2015
Fossil Group, Inc. April 2013 - August 2014
Spin Master Ltd. August 2011 - February 2013
Sprint September 2007 - August 2011
Warner Music Group October 1997 - March 2007
Skills
Employee Training, Building Relationships, Visual Merchandising, Sales assist, Creating brand awareness, Department resets, Setting planograms, Building features,..., Customer Service, Customer Retention, GWP installs and retail..., Powerpoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Merchandising, Sales, Retail, Management, Sales Operations, Inventory Management
Education
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale 2003 — 2005
Associate's degree, Music & Video business
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale 1995 — 1997
Associate of Science (A.S.), Music & Video Business
BAIT Clothing & Collectibles February 2013 - Present
NKOK Toys August 2012 - April 2013
Spin Master Ltd. April 2009 - August 2012
Bandai America November 2007 - March 2009
Disney Consumer Products October 2004 - November 2007
Disney Consumer Products May 2000 - October 2004
The House of Marketing 1997 - 1999
Skills
Toys, Licensing, Product Development, Entertainment, Category Management, Promotions, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Development, Brand Management, Brand Licensing, Product Management, Brand Architecture, Marketing
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 1993 — 1998
Prime Candidate Inc. 2013 - Present
Jet Morgan Games 2012 - 2013
Spin Master Ltd. 2008 - 2010
Abandon Interactive Entertainment 2005 - 2008
Activision 2002 - 2005
The 3DO Company 1997 - 2002
Cyberdreams 1993 - 1997
Interactive Support Group 1993 - 1997
The Walt Disney Company 1987 - 1991
Education
California State University-Northridge
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Computer Science
John Paul Mitchell Systems August 2012 - Present
Lewis & Behrens January 2008 - January 2014
Spin Master Ltd. February 2011 - November 2011
Revolution Prep November 2009 - January 2011
Skills
Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Concept Development, Visual Development, Creative Branding, Typography, Layout Design, Brand Implementation, Graphic Design, Marketing, Brochures, Graphics
Education
Gordon College
Bachelor of Communication Arts, Concentration in Design
Spin Master Ltd. December 2010 - November 2011
Redstone Cabinetry January 2009 - November 2010
Canac Kitchens a Kohler Company 1989 - December 2008
Skills
Operations Management, Project Planning, Project Execution, Scheduling, People Management, Manufacturing Planning, Process Improvement, Entrepreneurship, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Project Management, Team Building, Cross training, Management, Procurement, Cross-training, Logistics, Process Scheduler, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain, Start-ups, Purchasing, Logistics Management, MRP, Inventory Management, Strategy, Program Management, Warehousing, Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., Analysis, Product Development, Sales, Customer Service, Transportation, Materials Management, SAP, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Pricing, Time Management, Inventory Control, Strategic Sourcing, Outsourcing, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain..., Lean Manufacturing, P&L Management, Sourcing, Production Planning
Education
Humber College 1984 — 1987
Diploma, Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology
Spin Master Ltd. November 2012 - Present
Bacardi May 2007 - November 2012
Bacardi Canada Inc May 2007 - November 2012
UPS Supply Chain Solutions May 2002 - April 2007
Ontario Hypnosis Centre January 2001 - September 2001
National Corporate Name Clearance Corp February 1998 - January 2001
Skills
Procurement, Vendor Management, Inventory Control, SAP, Analysis
Education
Ontario Institute of PMAC 2007 — 2011
Certified Supply Management Professional, Certified Supply Chain Management Professional
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology 2001 — 2002
International Business Management - Post Graduate Diploma, International Business and Marketing
Humber College 1998 — 2000
Business Marketing Diploma, Marketing and Business Administration
Spin Master Ltd. June 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2010 - July 2014
GRK Media June 2012 - Present
TORLYS Smart Floors May 2007 - September 2010
Education
Carleton University 2002 — 2006
BComm (honours), Concentration in Marketing
St. Michael's College School
Shoppers Drug Mart 2010 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2007 - 2010
IBM January 2008 - March 2008
Brainhunter Inc. February 2006 - June 2007
Convergys Corporation February 2004 - August 2005
Education
De La Salle University 2000 — 2004
B.A. Behavioral Sciences, Organizational Systems Development (courses in Accounting, Business, Law)
HRPAO
Campus Explorer, Inc. 2011 - Present
Perl Community April 2007 - Present
Rooster Pirates Software November 2010 - 2011
Spin Master Ltd. January 2010 - December 2010
Metalabel Development, LLC April 2007 - December 2010
The Nation Magazine 2001 - October 2009
OpenID Community 2007 - 2009
The Nation 1998 - January 2003
Skills
Object Oriented Perl, HTML, SQL, JavaScript, Nginx, PostgreSQL, PostGIS, MySQL, Amazon Web Services..., LaTeX, Chef, Puppet, D3.js, R, Data Science
Education
Dartmouth College 1992 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Religion
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - Present
WD-40 Company November 2011 - December 2011
Kreater Custom Motorcycles 2009 - 2011
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada 2006 - 2008
Skills
Automotive Design, Product Design, CAD, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Rendering, Machining, Concept Design, Design Strategy, Product Innovation, Product Development, Concept Development, Concept Generation, Sketching, Design Thinking, Model Making
Education
Humber College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Technology, Industrial Design
Kroeger Inc April 2015 - Present
Indigo January 2012 - November 2014
Spin Master Ltd. 2008 - January 2012
Mattel 2007 - 2008
Mattel 2007 - 2008
Mattel 2006 - 2007
Mattel 2003 - 2006
Mattel 2002 - 2003
Onside Inc. 2001 - 2002
Nike Canada 1997 - 2000
Skills
Leadership, Product Management, Entrepreneurship, Brand Management, Marketing, Event Management, Product Development, Merchandising, Product Marketing, Toys, Brand Development, Customer Insight, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Architecture
Education
Bishop's University 1988 — 1992
BA, Economics / Geography
Freelance Consulting September 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. April 2014 - June 2015
STAEDTLER June 2012 - August 2013
The Walt Disney Company February 2010 - June 2012
The Walt Disney Company January 2006 - June 2009
North Westminster Community School November 2004 - December 2005
Gigi Accessories June 2004 - November 2004
The Licensing Company January 2002 - June 2004
Skills
Brand Management, Branding and packaging, Product Development, Packaging, Retail, Market Research, Trend, Brand Development, Licensing, Negotiation, Product Management, Research, Microsoft Office, Database Administration, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Category Management, Creative Problem Solving, Environmental Awareness, Marketing, Consumer Products, Product Marketing, Brand Licensing, Marketing Management, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Research, Forecasting, PowerPoint, Concept Development, Entertainment, SAP, Contract Negotiation, Management, Toys, Sales, Fashion, Training, Project Management, Trade Shows, Sourcing, Art Direction, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Communications
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2007
Undergrad, Environmental Product Design and services
Centennial College
Diploma, Digital Publishing Foundation
Hasbro October 2014 - Present
Imports Dragon October 2012 - October 2014
Self Employed - Independent Consultant December 2011 - October 2014
Imports Dragon April 2009 - June 2011
SPIN MASTER LTD November 2007 - April 2009
SPIN MASTER LTD September 2005 - November 2007
Rotman School of Management December 2005 - May 2006
DC EMERGENCY LIGHTING February 2004 - August 2005
Advanced E-Marketing January 2004 - April 2004
IBM October 2001 - September 2002
Skills
Market Research, Business Strategy, Marketing Communications, Management, Merchandising, Product Development, Licensing, Customer Insight, Marketing, Start-ups, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Digital Marketing, Time Management, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Brand Development, Sales Management, Selling, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Sales
Education
George Brown College 2002 — 2005
Diploma, Business Administration - Marketing
Aurora high school
Grade 13 OAC Gradute, French Immersion
Lester B.
Warner Bros. Studios August 2012 - Present
Bandai America November 2009 - August 2012
Spin Master Ltd. April 2009 - November 2009
Playmates Toys October 2007 - December 2008
Mattel 2006 - 2007
Mattel 2003 - 2006
Mattel 1998 - 2003
Mattel 1995 - 1998
Boeing Commercial Airplanes 1990 - 1995
Education
Arizona State University 1983 — 1989
B.S., Industrial Technology
LeapFrog June 2012 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2011 - June 2012
Spin Master Inc. April 2010 - October 2011
Spin Master Ltd. November 2008 - June 2010
Spin Master Inc. October 2007 - November 2008
MGA Entertainment March 2004 - October 2007
Severin Design and Development February 2002 - March 2004
Mattel October 1993 - February 2002
Bolling Gill Allen McDonald Architects 1986 - 1990
Skills
Packaging, Package Engineering, Concept Development, Design Specifications, ArtiosCAD, Solidworks, Product Design, Packaging Engineering, Product Development, Industrial Design, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Specifications, Design Management, Sketching, Injection Molding, Manufacturing, Concept Design, Process Improvement, Design Strategy, Product Management, Creative Direction, Design Thinking, Lean Manufacturing, Model Making, Concept Generation, Sketchbook Pro, 3D, Corrugated, Creative Problem Solving, Product Innovation, Materials, Rendering, Brand Architecture, Toys, Illustrator, Design for Manufacturing, Graphics, Brand Development, Art Direction, Plastics, Rapid Prototyping, Layout
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2008 — 2009
Sustainable Design
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1977 — 1985
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Applied Art and Design
Malaga Cove Int. and Palos Verdes High School
Spin Master Ltd. October 2009 - January 2014
Vivendi Universal Games June 2005 - October 2008
High Moon Studios November 2003 - February 2005
Interplay Entertainment Corp. January 1997 - November 2003
Skills
Social Games, MMO, Xbox 360, PS3, Mobile Games, Gameplay, Video Games, Computer Games, Game Design, Game Development, Level Design, Casual Games, Interactive..., Online Gaming, Multiplayer, Wii, Perforce, Console
Education
California State University-Fullerton 1983 — 1996
BS, Computer Science
MGA Entertainment 2012 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2011 - 2012
Disney Interactive Media Group 2008 - 2011
Mattel 2006 - 2008
UC Berkeley 2005 - 2006
Skills
Digital Media, Creative Direction, Video Games, Social Games, Casual Games, Game Development, User Experience, Content Strategy, Game Design, Leadership, Management, Mobile Games, Interaction Design, User Interface Design, Monetization, Interactive..., Online Gaming, Marketing, Animation, MMO
Education
Harvard University
M.Ed, Technology, Innovation, and Education
Stanford University
B.S., Product Design
Cdi Toys a division of Jakks August 2011 - Present
Jakks Pacific August 2011 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2008 - 2011
MGA Entertainment 2003 - 2008
Mattel 1996 - 2001
Skills
Concept Development, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Concept Design, Product Design, Consumer Products, Packaging, Art Direction, Sketching, Toys
Education
Art Center College of Design 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Industrial and Product Design
Hoover High
Toronto Hydro 2015 - Present
Nymi (formerly named Bionym) 2014 - 2015
Cosma International 2013 - 2014
Spin Master Ltd. 2009 - 2013
Flex-N-Gate 2006 - 2008
Decoma 2004 - 2006
ABC Group 1999 - 2004
Skills
Management, Product Development, Project Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Product Design, Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management, TS16949, Plastics, Process Improvement, Leadership, PPAP, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Machining, ISO/TS 16949, Project Management, Cost, Cost Reduction, JIRA, Relate IQ, NetSuite, Logistics Management, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Consumer Package Goods, Wearables, Lean Startup, B13A, Export Permits
Education
Ryerson University 1994 — 1999
Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
George Brown College 2013 — 2015
Wine Specialist Certificate, Wine, A
Ryerson University 2010 — 2010
Course Credit, Marketing, A
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology 2013 — 2013
Course & PMI Credits, PMP Preperation Course
Humber College 2007 — 2007
Course & PMI Credits, PMP Preperation Course
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology 2003 — 2003
Course Credit, Langauges (Mandarin), A
Ryerson University 2006 — 2006
Course Credit, Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, A +
Humber College 2008 — 2010
Certificate (in progress), Photography, A
Disney Consumer Products April 2011 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. December 2008 - August 2010
Mattel July 1996 - November 2008
Lanard Toys July 1995 - June 1996
Derek and Derek, Inc 1993 - 1996
Skills
Toys, Licensing, Product Design, Ideation, Brand Development, Idea Generation, Industrial Design, Design Management, Concept Development, Brand Licensing, Concept Design, Brand Management, Design Thinking, Packaging, Creative Direction, Design Strategy, Art Direction, Sketching, Illustration, Model Making, Logo Design, Concept Generation, Product Development
Education
Arizona State University 1988 — 1993
BS, Industrial Design
Spin Master Ltd. July 2014 - Present
1/2 year self-proclaimed sabbatical October 2013 - July 2014
Spin Master July 2007 - September 2013
CHUM Television October 2002 - June 2007
CHUM Television October 2001 - October 2002
CHUM Television October 1999 - July 2001
CHUM Television September 1996 - October 1999
Skills
Organization, Creativity, Social Media, Time Management, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Online Advertising, Interactive Advertising, Outdoor Advertising, Broadcast Television, Television Producing, Television Studio..., Media Production, Media, New Media Marketing, New Media, Leadership, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Organizational..., Project Management, Event Management, Team Management, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Managing Events, Managing Deadlines, Managing Processes, Managing Project Budgets, Managing Meetings, Managing Workflow, Constructive Feedback, Approval Process, Approvals, Creative Problem Solving, Resourceful..., Collaborative Leadership, Imagination, Spelling, English grammar, Writing, Project Coordination, Pop Culture, Producers, Managerial Skills, Marketing
Education
University of Toronto - New College 1988 — 1995
Bachelor's Degree, double major in Social Psychology & Linguistic Anthropology, minor in Women's Studies
George Brown College 1995 — 1996
Diploma, Graphic Design Layout
Spin Master Entertainment November 2013 - Present
Spin Master Entertainment 2013 - 2015
Spin Master Entertainment 2013 - 2015
Spin Master Ltd. 2013 - 2015
Bento Box Entertainment LLC January 2013 - November 2013
Warner Bros. Animation August 2011 - December 2012
Warner Bros. Television Animation April 2010 - August 2011
Warner Bros. TV Animation June 2009 - April 2010
Warner Bros. TV Animation September 2008 - May 2009
Sony Pictures TV Animation June 2007 - December 2008
Skills
Animation, Storyboarding
Education
Graceland University 1998 — 2002
B.A, Theater; Directing
Spin Master Ltd. July 2012 - Present
Disney Store November 2010 - July 2012
JAKKS Pacific Inc. May 2004 - November 2010
Sanrio, Inc. June 2001 - May 2004
Skills
Toys, Packaging, Product Design, Art Direction, Illustration, Creative Direction, Concept Development
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 1998 — 2000
Spin Master Ltd. July 2007 - Present
Equity Marketing January 1994 - Present
Scott Ernster January 1985 - Present
Play Along Toys/Jakks Pacific January 2002 - January 2003
EMAK Worldwide 1995 - 2001
Logistix Inc., an EMAK Worldwide company 1995 - 2001
Education
Art Center College of Design 1980 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts, Illustration
University of Northern Colorado 1978 — 1979
general academics
Colorado Institute of Art 1977 — 1978
AA, Illustration
Spin Master Ltd. April 2010 - May 2012
Bacardi April 2009 - April 2010
Vivendi Universal Games July 2002 - September 2008
GSM June 2001 - June 2002
Zale August 2000 - June 2001
Sam's Club April 1997 - August 2000
Sam's Club September 1996 - April 1997
Sam's Club March 1994 - October 1996
Famous Footwear March 1993 - February 1994
Famous Footwear August 1992 - March 1993
Skills
Forecasting, Product Development, AFAA Certified Personal..., Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Merchandising, Sales Management, P&L Management, Brand Management, Consumer Products
Education
East Central University 1989 — 1991
BS, Business Administration
Seminole State College 1986 — 1988
AS, Business Administration
Strother High School 1983 — 1987
Spin Master Ltd. July 2012 - Present
SADA Systems June 2006 - July 2012
Submit Express February 2006 - May 2006
Electronic Arts August 2005 - January 2006
Franklin County July 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Google Apps, PHP, JavaScript, CSS, Windows, HTML, IIS, Web Development, DNS, Photoshop, XML, jQuery, SEM, Web Services, MySQL, SEO, Dreamweaver, E-commerce, Python, Social Media, Programming, Highly Creative, Highly motivated..., Team-oriented, OS X, Cloud Computing, Apache, HTML5
Education
Full Sail University 2002 — 2004
Associate's degree, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
St Andrews Sewanee 1997 — 2002
High School
Spin Master Ltd. June 2013 - Present
Newell Rubbermaid September 2010 - June 2013
Newell Rubbermaid October 2008 - September 2010
Newell Rubbermaid August 2006 - October 2008
Fiskars September 2002 - August 2006
Fiskars March 2001 - September 2002
Newell Rubbermaid September 1999 - March 2001
Newell Company June 1998 - September 1999
Newell Company March 1995 - June 1998
Newell Company May 1992 - March 1995
Skills
Supply Chain, Customer Service, Consolidation, Consumer Products, Project Management, Product Development, Situational Leadership, Strategy, Operations Management, Distribution Center..., IT Management, Business Strategy, Change Management, Competitive Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Integration, Leadership, P, Pricing, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Talent Management
Education
Harvard Business School 2004 — 2004
LEADING PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Northern Illinois University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Sciencece, Computer Science
Spin Master Ltd. April 2010 - February 2013
Johnson & Johnson May 2005 - December 2008
Skills
Retail Sales, Sales, Merchandising, Brand Management, Product Development, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Marketing, Retail, Consumer Products, Management, Trade Marketing, Customer Service
Education
Art Institute of Colorado 1997 — 2000
BA, Industrial Design
Happy Worker Toys & Collectibles February 2015 - Present
Happy Worker June 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. December 2010 - March 2013
Mega Brands 2004 - 2010
Skills
Product Design, Concept Development, Industrial Design, Toys, Illustration, Concept Design, Sketching
Education
Dawson College 2001 — 2004
DEC, Industrial Design
Self -Employed June 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - 2015
Disney Consumer Products 2006 - 2009
Penguin Books 2007 - 2008
MGA Entertainment 2006 - 2006
SMK Merchandising 2006 - 2006
Pugster 2004 - 2006
JFA Inc. 2002 - 2004
Skills
Illustration, Concept Design, Concept Development, Packaging, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Sketching, Illustrator, Photography, Graphic Design, Graphics, Brand Development, Corporate Identity, Storyboarding, Design Thinking, Product Design, Design Strategy, Digital Illustration, Logo Design, Industrial Design, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
ArtCenter College of Design
BFA, illustration
Apple October 2013 - Present
Hasbro May 2012 - October 2013
Spin Master Ltd. September 2003 - May 2012
Skills
Merchandising, Account Management, Consumer Insights, Forecasting, Marketing Strategy, Channel Management, Competitive Analysis, Excel, Sales Management, Cross-functional Team..., Promotions, Negotiation, Packaging, Strategic Planning, Retail, Marketing Management, Customer Relations, Category Management, Marketing Communications, Team Building, Budgeting, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Business Strategy, Product Management, Strategy Development, Customer Insight, Team Leadership, Consumer Products, Customer Service, Pricing, Product Marketing, Management, Strategy, Market Planning, FMCG, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Trade Marketing
Education
Fanshawe College 1998 — 2000
Business Marketing, Business Marketing
Sago Sago April 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. June 2013 - April 2015
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - July 2013
Spin Master Ltd. November 2009 - August 2010
Mega Brands June 2007 - November 2009
Carleton University September 2002 - April 2007
National Capital Commission May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Industrial Design, Sketching, Model Making, Graphic Design, Concept Development, Modeling, Toys, Prototyping, Product Design, Rendering, Ideation, Illustration, Illustrator, Concept Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Solidworks, Drawing, Graphics, InDesign, Photoshop, CAD, Art Direction, Character Design, Idea Generation, Concept Generation, Design Thinking
Education
Carleton University 2002 — 2007
BID, Industrial Design, Psychology
SKETCH-MONSTER January 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2012 - 2015
Paige Premium Denim, LLC 2014 - 2014
The Circle Group Inc. May 2013 - 2013
In Add Minus April 2010 - June 2011
Rock & Republic May 2007 - April 2010
Morphine Generation October 2009 - November 2009
Inter Pacific Corporation 2007 - 2007
Skills
Illustration, Denim, Fashion Design, Graphics, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Art, Sketching, Trim, Apparel, Fashion, Contemporary Art, Mood Boards, Logo Design, Photoshop, Screen Printing, Adobe Creative Suite, Visual, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Flat Sketching, Trend, Apparel Graphics, Fashion Illustration, Textile Design, Typography, Trend Research, Embroidery, Logos, Layout, Vector Illustration, Digital Illustration, Posters, Design Direction, Corporate Identity, Mac, Painting, Trend Analysis, Dresses, Trims, Concept Development, Technical Design, Outerwear
Education
Art Center College of Design 1993 — 1996
BFA, Graphic Design - Illustration - Fine Art
Gay Lea Foods April 2015 - Present
Gay Lea Foods January 2013 - April 2015
Ganz February 2011 - January 2013
Alberto Culver March 2009 - February 2011
Spin Master Ltd. May 2008 - August 2008
ICOM February 2004 - April 2008
Skills
Customer Insight, Brand Management, Integrated Marketing, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Analytics, Advertising, Digital Strategy, Nielsen, FMCG, Marketing Research, Marketing Communications, Competitive Analysis, Market Research
Education
York University - Schulich School of Business 2007 — 2008
MBA, Marketing
George Brown College 2002 — 2003
Marketing Diploma, Sport & Event Marketing
The University of Western Ontario 1998 — 2002
BA, Sociology
Spectrum Brands February 2015 - Present
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company March 2009 - September 2014
Spin Master Ltd. 2007 - 2008
Renee's Gourmet June 2003 - February 2007
Linsey Foods Ltd July 1999 - June 2003
Black & Decker HHI October 1997 - July 1999
Sharp Electronics 1994 - 1996
Skills
Strategy, Marketing Research, Product Development, Product Launch, P&L Management, Marketing, Advertising, Management, Entrepreneurship, Packaging, International Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Consumer Products, Customer Insight, Marketing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Food & Beverage, Sales, Strategic Planning, Brand Management, Toys, Public Speaking, Cross-functional Team..., Consumer Goods
Education
The University of Western Ontario - Richard Ivey School of Business 1992 — 1994
MBA, Marketing
Concordia University 1986 — 1989
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Marketing
Spin Master Ltd 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2010 - Present
Si-Pure Consulting October 2009 - October 2010
Husky Injection Molding Systems September 2008 - August 2009
Husky Injection Molding Systems 1995 - 2009
Skills
Deferred Compensation, Talent Management, Employee Benefits, HRIS, Organizational..., Performance Management, Change Management, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Employee Relations, Workforce Planning, Management, Business Strategy, Leadership, Coaching, Talent Acquisition, Organizational Design, Leadership Development, Strategy, Employee Engagement, Personnel Management
Education
Carleton University
BA, Psychology/Sociology
Alec White Design / Creative 2004 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2011 - 2011
O'Neill 2003 - 2004
Op / Ocean Pacific November 1999 - November 2000
Quiksilver November 1994 - March 1998
C&C Companies April 1993 - October 1994
B.U.M. Equipment February 1991 - May 1993
Skills
Photography, Art, Marketing, Magazines, Television, Event Planning, Illustration, Layout
Education
Art Center College of Design 1987 — 1990
BFA, Graphics & Packaging Design
Spin Master Ltd. March 2005 - Present
Skills
Toys, Trade Shows, Packaging, Product Design, Storyboarding, Industrial Design, Consumer Products, Concept Development, Art Direction, Concept Design, Digital Illustration, Character Animation, Illustration, Creative Direction, Video Games, Brand Management, Sketching, Rendering, Brand Development, Product Development, Graphics, Logo Design, Animation
Education
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology
Digital Media Arts
Gnomon School of Visual Effects
HFSCS Inc. October 2001 - Present
HFSCS Inc. October 2001 - Present
CSA Group January 2014 - April 2014
Rio Tinto Iron and Titanium July 2012 - July 2013
L'Oréal November 2011 - April 2012
Hewitt Equipment Ltd August 2010 - September 2011
Spin Master Ltd. April 2010 - July 2010
Thales Rail and Signaling Systems February 2010 - March 2010
Sandoz Canada Inc. May 2009 - January 2010
Sandoz Austria June 2008 - January 2009
Skills
SD MM, International Rollouts, OTC, Green Field..., ABAP, SD, SAP R/3, SAP, SAP ERP, Materials Management, SAP FI, IDOC, ERP, Integration, SAP Implementation, Master Data, SAP CRM, SAP SD, Testing, SAP FICO, Business Process, SAP HR, EDI
Education
AKAD Fachhochschule Pinneberg 1989 — 1994
Diploma in MIS, Management information systems
Hohe Landesschule Hanau (Gymnasium) 1976 — 1978
Abitur
Mattel, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Mattel June 2014 - April 2015
Various Toy Companies January 2014 - June 2014
Sonny Boy Studio October 2012 - November 2013
Spin Master Ltd. March 2011 - May 2012
Playhut December 2007 - August 2008
Jakks Pacific July 2006 - August 2007
Designs by Shan August 2004 - March 2006
Lisa Frank July 2003 - February 2004
Troxtel Design June 2002 - May 2003
Skills
Illustration, Concept Design, Sketching, Packaging, Graphic Design, Production, Photo Retouching, Toys, Vector Illustration, Product Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, Art Direction, Digital Illustration, Corporate Identity, Storyboarding, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, OS X, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Lightwave, Mac OS X, Sculptris, Image Manipulation
Education
Academy of Art University 1997 — 2001
BFA, Illustration
Temple City High
Spin Master Ltd. October 2014 - Present
Freelancer March 2012 - Present
Live Nation Entertainment March 2014 - August 2014
thinkThin LLC March 2013 - October 2013
Fig & Olive February 2011 - February 2012
French Tuesdays July 2007 - July 2011
Color West Printing /Packaging January 2008 - March 2008
Ogilvy Action 2008 - 2008
Moet Hennessy USA 2007 - 2008
Hive 2006 - 2008
Skills
Leadership, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Market Research, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Budgets, Organization &..., Client Rapport, Team Management, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Online Marketing, Research, Photoshop, Adobe, Team-oriented, Eye for Details, Exceptional verbal, Oral & Written..., Managing Deadlines, Exceeding Quotas, Outstanding time..., Executive Reporting, Budget, Cloud Applications, Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Social Networking, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Communication, Time Management
Education
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Science (M.S.), Integrated Marketing Communications
California State University-Northridge 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Los Angeles Pierce College 2004 — 2006
Associate's degree, Psychology
Pacific Palisades Charter High School
Lui Domingo Inc January 2012 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. March 2009 - November 2011
MGA Entertainment July 2003 - February 2009
Lui Domingo Inc October 2001 - June 2003
Mattel October 1996 - June 2001
Richard Tyler February 1994 - May 1996
Mary McFadden May 1992 - December 1994
Lui Domingo October 1991 - December 1994
Skills
Fashion Design, Fashion Illustration, Toys, Concept Development, Concept Design, Sketching, Product Design, Art Direction, Illustration, Illustrator, Creative Direction, Digital Illustration, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Drawing, InDesign, Product Development, Fashion, Rendering, Apparel, Graphic Design, Brand Development, Consumer Products, Merchandising, Mac, Trend Analysis, Layout, Photoshop, Art, Sewing, Textiles, Painting, Branding & Identity, Design Strategy, Logo Design, Vector Illustration, Rapid Prototyping, Concepts
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Advanced Fashion Design, 3.9 Magna Cum Laude
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Professional Fashion Design, 3.9 Magna Cum Laude
University of the Philippines
Bachelor of Science (BS), Apparel and Textile Manufacture
Somerset Entertainment November 2004 - Present
Somerset Ent 2004 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. April 1998 - October 2004
Spin Master Ltd. 1999 - 2004
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, SAP, Negotiation, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Microsoft Word, Financial Analysis, Outlook, Budgets, Financial Reporting, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Marketing Communications, Sales, PowerPoint, Merchandising
Education
George Brown College 1979 — 1981
Accounting, Accounting Level 2
Spin Master Ltd. September 2010 - Present
Infomax Shelf Management January 2008 - December 2009
INFOMAX SHELF MANAGEMENT, INC January 2008 - December 2009
Swedish Match May 2002 - January 2008
Infomax Shelf Management January 2001 - January 2008
BUDGET GROUP, INC January 1999 - January 2001
L&E Marketing March 1996 - March 1999
PILKINGTON BARNES-HIND May 1985 - March 1996
BLOCK DRUG COMPANY September 1982 - May 1985
DELMONTE FOODS May 1979 - October 1982
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Sales Operations, Management, Process Improvement, Market Planning, Retail, Analysis, Program Management, New Business Development, Sales Management, Team Building, Key Account Management, Customer Service, Negotiation
Education
Fort Valley State University 1974 — 1978
B.BA, Business Administration
Fort Valley State University 1974 — 1978
B.B.A, Business Administration
Spin Master Ltd. August 2015 - Present
RA Platinum Consulting Inc 2015 - Present
Contract Pharmaceuticals Ltd January 2015 - February 2015
SCI Logistics November 2013 - October 2014
Research In Motion April 2011 - October 2013
Thales November 2010 - March 2011
Stewardship Ontario October 2009 - November 2010
ILLUMITI 2002 - 2010
Electrical Safety Authority May 2004 - October 2009
Sony 2001 - 2003
Skills
SAP R/3, SAP Implementation, SAP SD, SAP MM, Project Management, Process Improvement, SD, SAP, Strategy, SAP BW, Supply Chain, Materials Management, SAP SRM, SAP FI, ERP, IDOC, SAP ERP, IDoc, Business Process
Education
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
SAP
Attended SD, MM, FI, CO, and PA SAP courses including 4.6B Delta training
Tim Hortons April 2015 - Present
Active International (Active Media Services Canada Inc) July 2014 - April 2015
Active International (Active Media Services Canada Inc) June 2013 - July 2014
Active International (Active Media Services Canada Inc) May 2012 - June 2013
the collective May 2011 - August 2011
Hugo Boss September 2010 - December 2010
Spin Master Ltd. January 2010 - April 2010
Camp Kadimah July 2008 - July 2009
Tim Hortons 2003 - 2009
Skills
Advertising, Marketing Communications, Brand Development, French, Mac, Leadership, Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Time Management, Media Planning, Management, Marketing Strategy, Teamwork
Education
Dalhousie University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Commerce, Marketing
Neuchatel Junior College 2008 — 2008
general
Spin Master Ltd. June 2014 - Present
Wish Factory Inc February 2013 - November 2014
Sakar International December 2011 - February 2013
Mattel May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Packaging, Illustration, Product Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Sourcing, Materials Management, Graphic Design, Mockups, Balance Sheet, Industrial Design, Sketching, Rendering, Drawing, Concept Development, Art Direction, Concept Design, Creative Direction, Logo Design, Illustrator, Storyboarding, Product Design
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2006 — 2010
BFA, Toy Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
B.F.A, Toy Design
Citizenship and Immigration Canada February 2014 - Present
Citizenship and Immigration Canada April 2012 - February 2014
Spin Master Ltd. March 2010 - April 2012
HomeSense December 2008 - March 2010
Forzani Group 2004 - 2010
HomeSense June 2006 - December 2008
Skills
Team-oriented, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Customer Service, Training, Retail, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, Leadership, Data Entry, Sales, Research, Administrative..., Teamwork, Team Leadership, Public Speaking
Education
Ryerson University 2006 — 2008
B.U.R.P, Urban and Regional Planning
Carleton University 2003 — 2006
B.A., History and Theory of Architecture
The Shopping Channel January 2010 - Present
The Shopping Channel January 2006 - January 2010
Spin Master Ltd March 2005 - November 2005
The Shopping Channel September 2002 - February 2005
The Shopping Channel June 2000 - September 2002
TV Guide January 1998 - June 2000
Education
Concordia University 1996 — 1997
Post Graduate Program -- Journalism, Journalism
York University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Environmental Studies with Honours, Environmental Stuides
Spin Master Ltd. September 2011 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2006 - August 2011
Spin Master Ltd. July 2005 - September 2006
Epson Connections February 2002 - June 2005
Skills
Consumer Products, Forecasting, SAP, Toys, Cross-functional Team..., Demand Planning, Key Account Development, Trade Marketing, Marketing Management, Merchandising
Education
Humber College
Advertising Media Sales
Freelance Designer / Self Employed April 2012 - Present
Target November 2013 - Present
Jacques Vert Group Limited September 2013 - November 2013
Spin Master Ltd. April 2013 - June 2013
Tacita Capital Inc. January 2013 - April 2013
American Greetings 2010 - October 2012
George Brown College, School of Design & Institute Without Boundaries April 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, Editorial, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Digital Illustration, Brand Developement, Photography, Photo Editing, Typesetting, Planograms, Cash Handling, Mac, PC
Education
York University 2014 — 2018
Bachelor of Design (B.des), Graphic Design
George Brown College 2009 — 2012
Advanced Diploma, Graphic Design