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
Portfolio Entertainment March 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2014 - July 2015
Treasures Decoded II May 2014 - September 2014
Spin Master Ltd. February 2013 - March 2014
DHX Media January 2013 - October 2013
Portfolio Ent. May 2012 - October 2013
Proper Television June 2011 - May 2012
Cookie Jar Entertainment 2006 - 2008
Portfolio Entertainment 2002 - 2008
Decode Entertainment 2002 - 2003
Skills
Post Production, Television, Avid Media Composer, Video Production, Animation, Reality, Documentaries, Film, Broadcast, Avid, Video, HD Video, Final Cut Pro, Visual Effects, Producing, Storytelling, Pro Tools, Media Production, Film Production, Feature Films, Screenwriting
Education
Ryerson Polytechnic University 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Radio and Television
Ryerson University 1988 — 1991
Bachelor's degree, RTA
Relay Ventures August 2015 - Present
Relay Ventures May 2014 - September 2014
Spin Master Ltd. October 2012 - July 2013
Spin Master Ltd. January 2012 - October 2012
Spin Master Ltd. June 2010 - February 2012
Spin Master Ltd. June 2010 - January 2011
Young & Rubicam May 2008 - September 2008
Manulife Financial July 2007 - September 2007
XM Satellite Radio May 2007 - July 2007
XM Satellite Radio May 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Brand Management, Consumer Products, Brand Development, Customer Insight, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Product Development, Brand Architecture, Marketing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Research, Product Marketing, Product Innovation, Market Planning, International Marketing, Venture Capital, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Start-ups
Education
Rotman School of Management 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Innovation and Entrepreneurship
McGill University 2006 — 2010
BA, Marketing, Communications
Performance Designed Products LLC August 2015 - Present
Kiddo Toy Group, LLC December 2008 - Present
Pitch January 2012 - July 2012
Spin Master Ltd. September 2007 - November 2008
JMP Creative 2005 - 2007
JMP Creative 2001 - 2005
Equity Marketing June 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Product Design, Toys, Creative Direction, Concept Development, Industrial Design, Packaging, Concept Design, Illustration, Product Development, Art Direction, Consumer Products, Sketching, Creative Strategy, Graphic Design, Design Strategy, Graphics, Design Management, Creative Problem Solving, Logo Design, Design Thinking, Brand Development, Concept Generation, Layout, Brand Licensing, Licensing, Photoshop, Digital Illustration, Art, Illustrator, Rapid Prototyping, Experience Design, Invention, Corporate Identity, Product Innovation, Model Making, Storyboarding, Toy Industry, Drawing, Branding & Identity, Visual Communication, Rendering, Interaction Design, Vector Illustration, Catalogs, Sketchbook Pro, Brand Architecture, Corporate Branding, 3D rendering
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 1997 — 2001
BFA, Toy Design
LEGO Group August 2014 - Present
Retail Integrity Merchandising Solutions, Inc. May 2013 - January 2014
Spin Master Ltd. March 2010 - February 2013
Skills
Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Store managemnt, Customer Service, Planograms, area manager, Visual Management, field merchandising, Training, Inventory Management, Retail, Sales, Management, POS, Inventory Control, Store Management
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 2011 — 2012
MPLS college of Art & Design 1982 — 1984
Volt Workforce Solutions March 2013 - November 2014
Spin Master Ltd. December 2012 - February 2013
Jakks Pacific February 2012 - October 2012
Encore Software August 2007 - December 2011
Encore August 2007 - February 2009
Encore August 2007 - February 2008
Appleone Staffing March 2007 - August 2007
The Creative Group February 2006 - March 2007
Apple Retail November 2004 - September 2006
HarperCollins Publishers 2004 - 2005
Skills
Marketing, Producing, Screenwriting, Television, Film, Forecasting, Video Games, Pop Culture, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Product Development, Copywriting, SEO, Strategy, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Management, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Product Management
Education
New York University 1999 — 2001
BFA, Film
Tulane University 1997 — 1999
n/a, English
Decore-ative Specialties April 2014 - Present
Avalon Transportation April 2013 - September 2013
Avalon Transportation May 2011 - December 2011
Spin Master Ltd. May 2010 - June 2011
Lowry Digital August 2005 - November 2006
Skills
Graphic Design, Accounts Receivable, Quality Assurance, Restoration, Photoshop, Illustrator, Customer Service, Banking
Education
Cal State University of Long Beach 2002 — 2005
B.A., Graphic Design
Pasadena City College 2000 — 2002
A.S., Art
Spin Master Ltd. April 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. November 2008 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. June 2011 - August 2013
Playhut toy Inc. July 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Toys, Concept Development, Concept Design, Sketching, Design Strategy, Graphics, Packaging, Illustration, Product Design, Rendering, Model Making, Design Management, Illustrator, Industrial Design, Digital Illustration, Concept Generation, Consumer Products, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Corporate Identity, Image Manipulation, Logo Design, Photoshop, Sketchbook Pro, Storyboarding, Adobe Creative Suite, Brand Development, Design Thinking, Experience Design
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2004 — 2008
BFA, Toy Deaign
Otis College of Art and Design 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Toy Design
L'Oréal June 2014 - August 2014
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - March 2012
Disney Consumer Products June 2007 - August 2010
Disney Consumer Products January 2006 - June 2007
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), MBA, Brand Management, Business Analytics, Management
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 2004 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration- Brand Management
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 1999 — 2001
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Fashion/Apparel Design
Emerald Health Services February 2015 - Present
DutySmith September 2013 - January 2015
Spin Master Ltd. March 2009 - February 2013
Mattel January 2003 - March 2009
CarParts Technologies May 2001 - January 2003
Mattel October 1995 - February 2001
Skills
Consumer Products, Purchasing, Product Management, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Packaging, Product Marketing, Sales Management, FMCG, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Customer Insight, Strategic Planning, Brand Management, New Business Development, Market Research, Product Design, Manufacturing, Toys, Project Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Analysis, Project Planning, SAP, Management, Program Management, Business Intelligence, CRM, Software Documentation, Training, Strategy, Sales, Marketing, Salesforce.com, Process Improvement, Leadership, Business Planning, Team Leadership, Vendor Management, Supply Chain, Pricing, Business Strategy, Business Process..., Team Management
Education
Los Angeles Southwest College
Finance, General
Los Angeles Harbor College
Business Administration and Management, General
ZURU September 2014 - Present
JDA Enterprise December 2011 - Present
Brunico Communications April 2012 - September 2014
Monster Factory January 2012 - April 2012
9story Entertainment Inc. January 2012 - April 2012
Spin Master Ltd. August 2011 - November 2011
Shaw Communications April 2011 - July 2011
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Account Management, Digital Media, Brand Management, Advertising, Consumer Products, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Sales, New Business Development, Merchandising, Forecasting, Event Management, Sales Management, Creative Direction, Event Planning, Sponsorship, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Product Marketing
Education
Ryerson University 2007 — 2010
Bachelors of Commerce, Marketing
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology 2004 — 2007
Business Administration, Marketing
Richmond Hill High School 1999 — 2003
Spin Master Ltd. May 2015 - Present
Otis College of Art and Design August 2013 - Present
Hasbro May 2014 - August 2014
Skills
Illustrator, Photoshop, Rhino, Model Making, Sketching, Drawing, Sewing, Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Concept Design, Rendering, InDesign
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Toy Design
Grover Cleveland High School 2007 — 2011
Philadelphia Business Partners March 2013 - March 2013
Spin Master Ltd. November 2012 - January 2013
Marshalls Distribution Center June 2009 - August 2009
Olney High School October 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Sales, Interpreting, People Skills, Event Planning, Small Group..., Problem Solving, Management, Supervisory Skills
Education
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto 2009 — 2010
3 Semesters, International Politics
Olney West High School 2007 — 2009
High School Diploma, Performing Arts & Justice
Mattel July 2011 - April 2014
Spin Master Ltd. May 2010 - August 2010
Mattel May 2009 - August 2009
Chick A Biddy Co, Ltd. December 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Sketching, Illustration, Toys, Concept Design, Concept Development, Rendering, Illustrator, Photoshop, Product Design, Digital Illustration, Character Animation, Industrial Design, Drawing, Product Development, Design Strategy
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Toy Design
Otis College of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Toy Design
freelancer January 1990 - Present
Kidvertisers 2009 - 2011
Young and Rubicam, Inc. 2002 - August 2010
UPROAR! 2005 - 2010
Spin Master Ltd. 2003 - 2008
Berenter Greenhouse & Webster 2002 - 2006
Skills
Graphic Design, Photoshop, Painting, Storyboarding, Drawing, Character Design, Art Direction, Logos, Layout, Books, Sketching, Illustration, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Digital Illustration, Art, Character Animation, Film, Illustrator, Traditional Animation, Television, Vector Illustration, Concept Development, Adobe Illustrator
Education
Art Students League
Oil Painting
Hartford Art School
Pratt Institute
Illustration
School of Visual Arts
Illustration
The New School
University of Connecticut
BFA, Painting/Graphic Design
Wesleyan University
MALS, Fine Arts - Painting
Woodstock School of Art
Oil Painting
kbi Construction November 2013 - Present
Urban Tulsa Weekly October 2012 - October 2013
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - September 2012
Drywall Repair Specialists January 2006 - August 2010
Skills
Account Management, New Business Development, Sales Management, Marketing, Sales, Direct Sales, Consumer Products
Education
Oklahoma State University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Dream Town Realty July 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. June 2008 - August 2014
Century 21 Sussex & Reilly March 2007 - June 2009
X-Sport Fitness October 2005 - January 2008
Zen Noodle & Co 2004 - 2005
Cheddars Casual Cafe 2002 - 2004
Skills
Marketing, Management, Sales, Negotiation, Sales Operations, Real Estate, First Time Home Buyers, Condos, Residential Homes, Single Family Homes, Investment Properties, Sellers, Short Sales, Microsoft Office
Education
Millikin University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Management, Entrepreneurship
Lane Tech 1995 — 1999
Spin Master Ltd. 2007 - Present
Superheat FGH 2005 - 2007
Culligan Water January 2001 - September 2005
Brannon Steel April 1995 - November 2000
CES Exhibits September 1994 - September 1995
Skills
Project Management, Event Planning, Project Coordination, Microsoft Office, Coordination, Account Management, Project Planning, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Trade Shows, Team Leadership, Event Management, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Budgets, SAP, Training, Forecasting, Office Management, Management, Creative Problem Solving, Trade Show Management, Trade Show Planning, Lead Generation, Trade Show Production, Trade Show Strategy, Trade Show Signage, Booths, Trade Show Graphics, Custom displays, Webinars, Budget Management, Producer, Exhibition Stands, Corporate Events, Consumer Package Goods, Marketing Coordination, Product Life Cycle, SketchUp, Accounting, Event Marketing, Client Service, ISO Auditor, Mac OS X, Customer Relations, Excel, Budgeting, Conferences, Special Events, Portable Displays
Education
Ryerson University 2010 — 2010
Project Management
Sheridan College
Accounting
Spin Master Ltd. May 2014 - Present
Toys R Us October 2012 - May 2014
Nickelodeon April 2012 - September 2012
Bandai America/Playmates Toys Distribution Partnership April 2007 - March 2012
Disguise 2005 - 2007
LeapFrog August 2003 - August 2005
Mattel April 1994 - August 2003
Skills
Senior Marketing..., Brand Management, Product Marketing, Retail Business..., Advertising, Social and Digital Media, Retail, Start-ups, Team Building, B2B, Mobile Marketing, Product Design, Web Analytics
Education
Plymouth State University
Bachelor of Science in Marketing, MBA (in progress)
Plymouth State University
Minor in Psychology
Plymouth State University
Minor in English
Spin Master Ltd. June 2013 - Present
NCLUSIVE January 2013 - April 2013
Indiana Department of Education January 2010 - January 2013
Reinke Sports Group December 2009 - July 2012
Purdue University December 2007 - December 2009
School Datebooks, Inc. January 2009 - August 2009
Purdue University Athletics Promotions September 2008 - May 2009
School Datebooks, Inc. May 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, XHTML, CSS, PHP, Drupal
Education
Purdue University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Computer Graphics Technology
Floating Eye Studios 2013 - Present
Punch Studio October 2012 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2014 - 2014
Hot Buttered Elves, Inc. 2011 - 2014
Shoot the Moon 2006 - 2007
Cranium 2006 - 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Project Management, Marketing, Research, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Pro Tools, Branding, Sound Editing, Soundbooth, Recording Specialist, Videography, Mock-Up Artist, Model Making
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Toy Design
RRKIDZ, INC...The Home of Reading Rainbow October 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation March 2014 - April 2014
KellyToy US November 2011 - July 2013
Spin Master Ltd. October 2010 - September 2011
The Classic June 2010 - June 2011
Otis College of Art and Design 2005 - 2009
Skills
Apparel, Toys, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustration, Graphic Design, Concept Design, Sketching, Art Direction, Illustrator, Industrial Design, Digital Illustration, Packaging, Creative Direction, Product Design, Storyboarding
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2005 — 2009
Bachelors, Toy Design
Clark Magnet High School 2001 — 2005
Mattel June 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. May 2012 - August 2012
Hape January 2012 - June 2012
Mattel June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Concept Development, Illustrator, Sketching, Photoshop, Product Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Rapid Prototyping, After Effects, Drawing, Illustration, Packaging, Graphic Design, Vray, Painting, Logo Design, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Toy Design
Orange Coast College 2008 — 2009
Art/Art Studies, General
San Diego State University-California State University 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Information Science/Studies
Libera Graphics Ltd. May 2015 - Present
TC Transcontinental March 2012 - July 2013
Spin Master Ltd. March 2010 - February 2012
Sun Media Group August 2007 - September 2009
Canadian Russian Press October 2005 - March 2007
MEEST Media Corp January 2000 - January 2005
Meest Corporation Inc. October 1996 - January 2005
The BASILIAN Press Toronto January 1997 - January 1999
Skills
Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, InDesign, Flash, Corel Draw, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Packaging, Illustration, Layout, Posters, Logos, Logo Design, Graphics, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Adobe Acrobat, Vector Illustration, Creative Direction, Advertising, Digital Illustration, Corporate Identity, Retouching, Photography, Drawing, Mac, Art, Painting, Brochures, Storyboarding, Animation, Concept Design, Digital Art, Sketching, Concept Development, Character Design, Brand Development, Pre-press, CSS, Character Animation, Design Thinking, Creative Problem Solving, Image Manipulation, Interaction Design, Visual Communication, Flyers, Banners, Catalogs, Digital Photography
Education
AIDT 2004 — 2005
Diploma, Computer Graphics.
Yorkdale Adult Learning Centre 2002 — 2003
Certificate, Web Page Development, Digital/Multimedia Design
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture 1990 — 1995
Bachelor's degree, Architecture
School of Printing Technology 1989 — 1990
Certificate, Printing Technology
School of the Arts 1987 — 1989
Certificate, Fine Arts and Art History
Pro+Create May 2012 - December 2013
Spin Master Ltd. January 2007 - May 2012
Interactive Toy Concepts December 2005 - January 2007
Spin Master Ltd. December 2004 - December 2005
Spin Master Ltd February 2003 - December 2004
Comtek Advanced Structures May 1999 - October 2001
Bombardier 1995 - 1998
Skills
Product Development, Product Design, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Toys, Cross-functional Team..., Consumer Products, Solidworks, Product Management, New Business Development, Packaging, Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Aerodynamics, Injection Molding, Consumer Electronics, Composites, Launch Of New Products, New Product Ideation, Business Management, Design Engineering, Marketing, Design for Manufacturing, Product Innovation, Design Thinking, Marketing Management, Industrial Design, Management, Strategy, P&L Management, Customer Insight, Product Launch, Design Strategy, Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Creative Direction, Brand Management, Design Management, Brand Licensing, Pricing, International Business, Concept Development, Rapid Prototyping, Product Marketing, Concept Generation, Engineering, Creative Problem Solving, Toy Industry, Brand Architecture, Retail Packaging
Education
Ryerson University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor
YES TV™ April 2014 - Present
Best Version Media February 2014 - April 2014
Espejo Creative May 2013 - April 2014
Tech4Kids Inc September 2012 - April 2013
Spin Master Ltd. 2007 - August 2012
Spin Master Ltd. 2004 - 2007
Harvest Communications Inc 2002 - 2004
Humber College 1997 - 2004
Lions Gate Films 1999 - 2002
Tribute Entertainment Media Group 1998 - 1999
Skills
Sustainability..., Packaging labeling..., Packaging Scorecard..., Stewardship Programs..., Adobe Creative Suite, video..., DVD authoring, knowledge of web..., Presentation software -..., Packaging, Creative Development, Creative Direction, Advertising, Ideation, HTML, PowerPoint, Consumer Products, Promotions, Web Design, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Social Media, Photography, Video, Marketing Strategy, Graphics, Corporate Identity, Production Management, Product Development, Copywriting, Video Production, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Layout, Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, Budget Management, Event Management, Illustration, Television, Film, Online Marketing, Concept Development, Art Direction, Directives, User Experience, Dreamweaver, Product Design, Strategy
Education
Canadian Management Center 2011 — 2011
Executive Speaking: Confident, Powerful and Impactful Public Speaking
Ontario College of Art and Design 1994 — 1997
Communication & Design - Advertising major
Sheridan College 1993 — 1994
Art Fundamentals
McMaster University 1989 — 1992
Natural Sciences
Modern VideoFilm July 2013 - Present
Electronic Arts April 2012 - March 2013
Line 6 November 2011 - April 2012
Ameriflight July 2011 - September 2011
Spin Master Ltd. March 2010 - July 2011
Pandemic Studios June 2008 - November 2009
Electronic Arts March 2007 - June 2008
Skills
AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, Illustrator, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Quality Assurance..., Xbox 360, PS3, Team Oriented, DevTrack, DevTest, Server Administration, PC, Time Management, Risk Analysis, Quality Assurance
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Torrance 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Project Management
ITT Technical Institute-Torrance 2009 — 2011
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Drafting and Design
H.I.S. Juveniles LLC 2010 - Present
Skip Hop 2013 - 2014
YottoY Productions, Inc 2007 - 2013
Concepts Kids LLC 2011 - 2012
NSI International, Inc. February 2011 - August 2011
Planet Products 2005 - 2007
Spin Master Ltd. 2005 - 2005
Skills
Sketching, Product Design, Design Strategy, Concept Development, Model Making, Industrial Design, Mechanical Drawing, Technical Drawing, InDesign, Rendering, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Solidworks, Graphics, Rapid Prototyping, Product Development
Education
Massachusetts College of Art 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design
ArmpitLazers March 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. July 2014 - December 2014
Oddbot, Inc. October 2014 - October 2014
Mattel January 2013 - March 2014
Spin Master Ltd. October 2012 - January 2013
Jakks Pacific May 2012 - October 2012
Mattel June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, Rhino, After Effects, Sketchbook Pro, Drawing, Sculpture, Digital Photography, Digital Sculpting, 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping, Model Making, 3D rendering, Video Games, Toys, Concept Design, Sketching, Concept Development, Illustration, Product Design, Digital Illustration, Rhino 3D, Graphics, 3D Modeling
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2006 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Toy Design
Animation Mentor 2008 — 2009
3D Animation
Lorillard Tobacco April 2014 - Present
Lorillard Tobacco Co. April 2013 - April 2014
CLA: Chuck Latham Associates June 2007 - April 2013
Spin Master Ltd. March 2010 - January 2012
North Central Sales September 1997 - March 2010
Lorillard Tobacco Company June 1989 - September 1997
Skills
Retail, Pricing, Sales, Sales Operations, Competitive Analysis, Advertising, Marketing, Negotiation, Market Planning, Management, Key Account Management, Sales Presentations, Merchandising, Store Management, Brand Management
Education
Ohio University 1984 — 1988
BBA, Marketing
PMA Canada April 2015 - Present
Sourcebooks 2011 - Present
AUTHOR 2003 - Present
Source Media 2014 - 2014
Spin Master Ltd. 2009 - 2011
Saputo 1998 - 2003
Gilbey Canada (Now Diageo) 1993 - 1998
Kraft Foods 1989 - 1993
Education
Red River College 1987 — 1988
Commerical And Industrial Sales and Marketing, Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
Red River College 1984 — 1986
Crative Communications, Advertising, Journalism, Markeing, Public Relations
Spin Master Ltd. July 2014 - Present
ConAgra Foods January 2014 - July 2014
ConAgra Foods January 2012 - January 2014
ConAgra Foods April 2011 - January 2012
BIC March 2004 - March 2011
Skills
Category Management, Key Account Management
Education
Purdue University 1999 — 2003
BS, Sales and Marketing
WhirlyGig Creative Inc. December 2011 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. May 2007 - December 2011
Halton Catholic District School Board September 2008 - April 2010
Astral Media June 2006 - May 2007
Sephora December 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Creative Development, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Television, Entertainment, Creative Direction, New Media, Digital Media, Content Strategy, Video Production, Video, Brand Development, Broadcast, Content Development, Storytelling, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Creative Strategy, Video Editing, Screenwriting, Film, Advertising, Digital Strategy, Commercials
Education
Ryerson University 2002 — 2006
BAA, Radio and Television Arts
Complections Makeup School 2004 — 2004
Diploma, Special Effects, Film and Television, Beauty, Airbrush
Red Lobster April 2014 - November 2014
Spin Master Ltd. September 2013 - February 2014
Pop Diner August 2010 - October 2012
The Public Theater June 2011 - August 2011
New York City Council September 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Hostess, POS, Cashier, Customer Service, Filing Paperwork, Telephone Skills, Fax, Event Planning, Non-profits, Microsoft Office, Social Media, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Event Management
Education
Queensborough Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Theatre/Theater
Syracuse University July 2011 - Present
CREATIVE AGENDA ENTERTAINMENT October 2013 - Present
Laughing Gas Productions April 1993 - Present
UCLA Extension January 2002 - August 2009
Spin Master Ltd. April 2008 - July 2009
Spin Master Ltd. April 2008 - May 2009
Spinmaster Studios 2008 - 2009
Andy Breckman December 1989 - September 1993
Skills
Premiere, Film, Comic Books, Screenwriting, Film Production, Creative Writing, Entertainment, Television, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Storytelling, Editing
Education
New York University 1986 — 1990
MFA, Film & Television Production
Wagner College 1981 — 1985
B.A., English Lit.
Spin Master Ltd. March 2014 - Present
Culture Grab Inc. December 2013 - April 2014
Best Buddies Canada August 2012 - May 2013
Canadian Mass Media July 2007 - June 2012
Medibank Icehouse March 2010 - October 2010
Skills
Photoshop, Digital Photography, Microsoft Office, Excel, E-commerce, PowerPoint, Word, Category Analysis, Project Coordination, Social Media, Web Content Management, TweetDeck, Customer Service, Customer Experience, Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Planogram Development, Coordinating Events, Brand Awareness, Non-profits, CMS, Analysis, Databases, Database Administration, Managing Database, Special Events..., HTML, In-Design, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Hootsuite, WordPress, Team Management, Leadership, Time Management, Press Releases, Marketing, Dreamweaver, POS
Education
Ontario College of Art and Design 2013 — 2014
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology 2004 — 2007
Business Administration Diploma, Operations Management
Spin Master Ltd. April 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. May 2008 - Present
Kodak March 2003 - September 2007
eFundraising.com April 2001 - March 2003
Skills
Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Account Management, Key Account Development, Forecasting
Education
York University - Schulich School of Business 2007 — 2008
MBA, Specializations: Strategic Management, Industrial Relations
McGill University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Commerce, Major: Marketing, Minor: Accounting
Swerve Public Relations Inc. May 2010 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. May 2008 - May 2010
Filogix 2005 - May 2008
CSA Group 2001 - 2003
Delano Technology Corporation 2000 - 2001
Famous Players Movie Theatres 1997 - 1999
Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Event Marketing, Content Creation, Content Strategy, Event Planning, Case Studies, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Corporate Communications, Event Management, Press Releases, Marketing, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Canadian Public Relations Society 2008 — 2009
APR
Ryerson University 2003 — 2005
Marketing
Sheridan College 1993 — 1995
Advertising
Navarik April 2014 - Present
Loupe / Shape Collage January 2012 - January 2014
Moonrider November 2010 - September 2013
WhatImWear.in May 2009 - December 2011
Metroland Media Group Ltd (Torstar) October 2009 - November 2010
Emergis May 2007 - April 2008
Spin Master Ltd. June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
JavaScript, CSS, AJAX, MySQL, Linux, PHP, Databases, HTML, Ruby on Rails, Web Servers, Apache, SQL, jQuery, Java, Ruby, MVC
Education
Ryerson University 2004 — 2009
B.Sc., Computer Science
Hasbro November 2014 - Present
Jakks Pacific July 2011 - November 2014
Hasbro June 2010 - March 2011
Spin Master Ltd. May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Toys, Sketching, Concept Development, Product Design, Industrial Design, Concept Design, Model Making, Packaging, Illustration, Illustrator, Sewing, Rendering, Sketchbook Pro, Consumer Products, Art Direction, Fashion Design, Design Strategy, Creative Direction, Marker Rendering, Design Management
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2008 — 2011
BFA, Toy Design
Otis College of Art and Design 2003 — 2006
Fashion Design
Remax Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage June 2009 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. August 2006 - September 2009
Ryerson University May 2004 - December 2007
Roots Canada May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Relocation, Negotiation, Microsoft Office, Real Estate Transactions, Financial Analysis, Real Estate, Investment Properties, Residential Homes, Customer Service, Budgets, Condos, Foreclosures, Referrals, Microsoft Excel, First Time Home Buyers, Investors, Accounting, Marketing Strategy, Selling, Analysis, Sellers, Real Estate Development
Education
Ontario Real Estate Association College 2008 — 2009
Real Property Law, Real Estate Investment Analysis, Property Management
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants 2005 — 2007
CPA (Delaware), Public Accounting
Society of Management Accountants Ontario 2005 — 2007
CMA, Management Accounting
Ryerson University 2002 — 2005
B.Comm, Major Accounting, Minor Finance
Disney Consumer Products July 2013 - Present
Disney Consumer Products January 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2010 - Present
South West Adoption Network May 2010 - September 2010
Disney Consumer Products July 2006 - July 2009
Logistix (an EMAK Worldwide company) October 2004 - July 2006
Funrise Toy Corp April 1999 - October 2004
Teleflora September 1998 - April 1999
The Evergreen Group June 1997 - June 1998
Equity Marketing June 1996 - June 1997
Education
Lesley University 1991 — 1995
BS, Early Childhood Education
Mattel June 2008 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. May 2007 - August 2007
Otis College of Art and Design September 2006 - May 2007
The Disney Store June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Sketching, Concept Ideation, Product Development, Toy Design, Toys, Ideation, Illustration, Illustrator, Project Management, Drawing, Product Design, Photoshop, Concept Design, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Packaging, Design Strategy, Graphics, Design Thinking, Digital Illustration, Rendering, Model Making, Art Direction, Storyboarding, Video Games, Experience Design, Logo Design
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2005 — 2008
BA, Toy Design
Orange Coast College 2002 — 2005
AA, General Education
University High School 1998 — 2002
High School Diploma
Haelyn Creative Studio May 2004 - Present
The Chambers Group April 2006 - September 2015
Struxtur Inc July 2012 - June 2014
Studio L October 2007 - November 2012
Dina Bar-El June 2012 - July 2012
Spin Master Ltd. November 2009 - July 2011
Studio C Vintage July 2008 - September 2008
Em Design Studio June 2006 - August 2006
Wright Institute LA November 2004 - August 2006
Jewels on Jewels Inc. March 2004 - June 2006
Skills
Art Direction, Graphic Design, Illustration, Vector Illustration, Digital Illustration, Fashion Illustration, Book Illustration, Food Packaging, Logo Design, Textile Prints, Portrait Painting, Custom Invitations, Brochures, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, Book Covers, Branding & Identity, Look Books, Press Kits, Rendering, Mockups, Illustrator, Art, Corporate Identity, Layout, Packaging
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Arts
Jakks Pacific February 2014 - April 2014
Jakks Pacific December 2013 - January 2014
Otis College of Art and Design library February 2010 - May 2013
Spin Master Ltd. May 2012 - August 2012
meenobabies May 2012 - May 2012
Otis College of Art and Design May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Photoshop, Public Speaking, Illustrator, Wacom Tablet, Rhino 3D, After Effects, Drawing, Technical Drawing, Figure Drawing, Sketching, Sculpture, Concept Development, Model Making
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2010 — 2013
Spin Master Ltd. August 2014 - Present
Sargent & Berman January 2014 - April 2014
Skyrocket Toys October 2013 - December 2013
Kreate September 2013 - September 2013
Jakks Pacific August 2012 - July 2013
Lanard toy inc April 2009 - August 2012
Picture Plane Imaging May 2012 - May 2012
Neuron Syndicate Inc. March 2012 - March 2012
Green State Studios April 2011 - July 2011
Spike TV August 2010 - October 2010
Skills
After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animation, Compositing, Visual Effects, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Illustration, Art Direction, Concept Development, Logo Design, Web Design, Art, 3D, Storyboarding, Film, Motion Design, Typography, Drawing, Layout, Concept Design, Sketching, Packaging, Traditional Animation
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Digital Media
Spin Master Ltd. January 2015 - Present
Newell Rubbermaid January 2009 - January 2015
Newell Rubbermaid March 2008 - January 2009
Newell Rubbermaid March 2006 - March 2008
Danaher June 2004 - March 2006
GE Energy June 2001 - June 2004
GE June 1999 - June 2001
Skills
Working Capital..., Supply Chain..., Business Transformation, Transformational..., Organizational..., Lean Deployment, Theory of Constraints, Business Intelligence, Matrix Management, Budget/Strategic..., S&OP implementation, Supply Chain Management, Leadership, Project Planning, Process Improvement, SAP, Supply Chain Operations, Materials Management, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Operations Management, Logistics, Warehousing, Continuous Improvement, Demand Planning, ERP, 5S, MRP, Production Planning, Management, Operational Excellence, Strategy, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, Supply Management, Procurement, Global Sourcing, Strategic Sourcing, Kaizen, Warehouse Management, Cross-functional Team..., Value Stream Mapping, Purchasing, Root Cause Analysis, Inventory Management, P&L Management, Manufacturing Operations, Logistics Management
Education
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago 2008 — 2010
MBA, General
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology 1994 — 1999
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Teva Canada August 2011 - Present
Fritz Lyons Design February 2010 - Present
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 2010 - 2011
Spin Master Ltd. 2009 - March 2010
JO LEE Magazine 2007 - 2009
Freelancers Unlimited Inc. 2007 - 2009
creative network 2008 - 2008
segal communications 2008 - 2008
Euro RSCG Life 2008 - 2008
Airmiles 2006 - 2007
Skills
Graphic Design, Photography
Education
Ryerson University 1987 — 1990
Media Arts
Sheridan College 1982 — 1986
Photography and Classical Animation
Spin Master Ltd. April 2014 - Present
Northern Response May 2011 - April 2014
AYVA Educational Solutions May 2009 - May 2011
Hay Group May 2008 - August 2008
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care September 2007 - December 2007
PowerStream January 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Account Management, Business Development, Teamwork
Education
McMaster University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
Bridge to Business (inaugural class)
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Streetsville Secondary
RSI Home Products Inc. May 2015 - Present
BECU December 2013 - May 2015
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - February 2013
RSI Home Products, Inc. September 2008 - February 2010
Black & Decker HHI September 2006 - February 2008
The Home Depot June 2005 - September 2006
Seattle Goodwill Industries March 2005 - May 2005
QOLSO Community Programs October 2002 - January 2003
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Retail, Merchandising, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Visual Arts, Management, Public Relations, Sales Operations, Market Research, Leadership, Training, Product Development, Sales Management, Business Development, Asian Art, Consumer Products, Selling, Customer Service, Time Management, Advertising, Social Media Marketing
Education
University of Washington 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Visual Arts in Design, 3.75
Olympic College 2000 — 2003
Associates of Arts and Sciences, Visual and Performing Arts, 3.89
North Kitsap 1996 — 2000
High School Diploma
Spin Master Ltd. September 2015 - Present
Dreams and Logic September 2008 - Present
Applied Minds January 2015 - May 2015
Autodesk May 2014 - January 2015
Fuel Industries September 2013 - February 2014
RoboKind December 2012 - September 2013
Jakks Pacific October 2012 - November 2012
No Roses Gallery May 2010 - November 2012
Jada Toys May 2012 - June 2012
Jakks Pacific December 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Product Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, Electronics, Toys, Consumer Electronics, Product Design, Product Management, Start-ups, Problem Solving, Intellectual Property, Concept Development, Embedded Systems, Marketing Strategy, Concept Design, Sourcing, Idea Generation, Team Leadership, Budgets, Product Marketing, Mobile Devices, Semiconductors, Business Development, Software Development, Program Management, Wireless, Leadership, Project Management, Strategic Partnerships, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Rapid Prototyping, Product Innovation, R&D, Entrepreneurship, Go-to-market Strategy, Mobile Applications, System Architecture, Product Launch, Invention, Product Lifecycle..., Industrial Design, Design Thinking, MySQL, PHP4/5, jQuery, Advanced CSS, CSS Javascript
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1979 — 1982
SB, Electrical Engineering
Bow Valley College November 2007 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. October 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Event Management, Social Media, Fundraising, Coordinating Events, Event Planning, Events, Special Event, Alumni Relations, Alumni Affairs, Raiser's Edge, Agresso, Simplicity, Fundraisers, Editing, Data Entry, Critical Thinking, Corporate Events, Community Development, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Resume Writing, Sales, Time Management, Sponsorship
Education
Mount Royal University 2009 — 2011
Event Planning, Event Planning Certification
Wedding Planning Institue of Canada 2008 — 2008
Wedding Coordination Certification, Wedding Coordinator
SAIT 2004 — 2006
Marketing Diploma, Business Administration
St.Francis High School
Indigo January 2014 - Present
Labatt Breweries of Canada December 2011 - January 2014
Spin Master Ltd. April 2010 - December 2011
Spin Master Ltd. August 2009 - April 2010
Environment Canada June 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Compensation, Benefits, HRIS, Policy, SAP, Pensions, Employee Benefits, Onboarding, Workforce Planning, Deferred Compensation, Recruiting, Coaching, Talent Acquisition, Time Management, Customer Service, Management, Human Resources, Leadership
Education
McMaster University 2005 — 2009
Hon. Commerce, Human Resources; Minor in Economics
Spin Master Ltd. 2009 - 2011
New Directions for Youth 2008 - 2010
Memorial Pulmonary and Sleep Consultants 2008 - 2009
Norwalk La Mirada Unified School District 2004 - 2007
Skills
Product Data Integrity, Ensuring Compliance, Consumer Products, Flexible and Dymanic, SAP/ERP Systems, Leadership / Team..., Self Directed, Detail Orientated, Training, Team Building, Compliance, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Data Integrity, Flexibility, Customer Service, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Market Research, Human Resources, SAP, Process Improvement, Team Leadership, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Toys, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Management, Marketing, Process Scheduler, Product Marketing, Merchandising, Product Management, Purchasing, Account Management, Analysis
Education
National University 2005 — 2007
Completed courses towards Masters Degree, Mild to Moderate Special Education
The University of Akron 2002 — 2003
Completed courses towards Masters Degree, Sports Science/Coaching
The University of Akron 1994 — 1999
Bachelors of Art, Family and Consumers Sciences
Bellflower High School 1990 — 1994
High School Diploma
Spin Master Ltd. April 2010 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games May 2005 - December 2009
Advanced Network Systems March 2003 - May 2005
Immedient February 2002 - March 2003
L90 1997 - 2001
Skills
LAMP, Linux, Sun, MySQL, Solaris, DNS, Apache, FreeBSD, VMware, Cacti, Unix, RAID, PHP, Cloud Computing, Perl, Debian, CentOS, Servers, Nginx, Troubleshooting, VMware ESX, Python, Amazon Web Services..., Server Architecture, Git, Networking, Web Services, Operating Systems, FTP, Software Documentation, System Administration
Education
Mt. San Antonio College 1990 — 1993
AA, Lib Arts
Paradigm Design Solutions, Inc. May 2011 - Present
WD, a Western Digital company May 2012 - June 2015
Spin Master Ltd. May 2008 - May 2011
MGA Entertainment October 2003 - May 2008
MGA Entertainmaent 2000 - 2007
Mattel 1998 - 2000
Shorewood Packaging 1990 - 1992
Skills
Artios CAD, Artios CAD..., Manufacturing, Artios CAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sourcing, Product Development, Packaging, Cross-functional Team..., 3D, Consumer Products, Retail Packaging, Supply Chain, Brand Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Global Sourcing, Creative Direction, FMCG, ArtiosCAD, Strategic Sourcing, Management, Packaging Engineering, Pricing, Product Design, Concept Development, Retail, Process Improvement, Merchandising, Industrial Design, Forecasting, Brand Development, Lean Manufacturing, Leadership, Product Management, Competitive Analysis, Customer Insight, Marketing Strategy, Plastics, Design Strategy, International Business, Procurement, Product Marketing, Design Management, Analysis, Logistics, Strategy, Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Market Research
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1985 — 1989
BFA, Industrial and Packaging Design
Westfield High School
THUNDERBOLT Creative Digital Technologies December 2013 - Present
ProPricks.com April 2015 - Present
Grassp May 2014 - Present
CurbStand August 2013 - Present
NCLUSIVE April 2013 - December 2013
Electronic Arts September 2012 - May 2013
HYFN October 2011 - September 2012
HYFN8 October 2011 - September 2012
sabertooth.tv July 2011 - October 2011
Spin Master Ltd. July 2007 - July 2011
Skills
User Interface Design, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Animation, Photoshop, Creative Direction, User Experience, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Başkent University
Bachelor's Degree, Statistics and Computer Science
Palomar College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Digital Design & 3d Animation
TED Ankara College Foundation Private High School
Spin Master Ltd. April 2015 - Present
CROSSMARK June 2014 - Present
GMR Marketing March 2014 - May 2014
Promotions companies August 2012 - September 2013
BFG Communications April 2011 - January 2012
Market Star/CCS 2009 - 2012
More Promotions 2005 - 2010
Journalist 1998 - 2008
Skills
Event Management, Marketing Communications, Guerrilla Marketing, Trade Shows, Brand Awareness, Field Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Public Relations, Direct Marketing, Press Releases, Integrated Marketing, Corporate Events, Mobile Marketing Tours
Education
UMass Amherst
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Old Dominion University
TheMIGroup June 2011 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. March 2010 - June 2011
Staples Advantage March 2009 - July 2009
Novadaq Technologies Inc. October 2007 - January 2009
Maple Leaf Foods Inc May 2007 - October 2007
Lakshmi Precision Screws Limited June 2001 - May 2004
Skills
PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Accounts Payable, Accounting, General Ledger, SAP, Accruals, Problem Solving, Writing, Accpac, Business Communications, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Great Plains Software, Billing Process, Client Billing, Summary Reports, Payments, SWIFT payments, Checks, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Invoicing, Invoice Processing, Journal Entries, Access, Human Resources, Financial Statements, Account Reconciliation
Education
Maharshi Dayanand University 1996 — 2001
MBA, Human resources
Pathania Public school 1988 — 1996
Sheridan College
Accounting Diploma certificate
TVG Partners May 2008 - Present
RB August 2006 - April 2008
Dell May 2005 - August 2005
Molson Coors Canada March 2003 - May 2004
Molson Coors Canada November 2001 - March 2003
Spin Master Ltd. November 2000 - November 2001
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2004 — 2006
MBA, Marketing
Queen's University
BA, Political Science and Government
netPolarity, Inc. June 2014 - August 2014
Jakks Pacific May 2013 - February 2014
Spin Master Ltd. May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Sketching, Concept Design, Toys, Photoshop, Illustrator, Concept Development, Design Strategy, Product Design, Rendering, Illustration, Art, Drawing, Problem Solving, Creative Direction, Control Drawing, Brand Development
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Toy Design
Voyageur Airways Limited August 2013 - Present
Toronto Airways July 2011 - August 2013
Paperplane August 2010 - June 2012
Spin Master Ltd. June 2009 - January 2010
Cyclone Manufacturing 2007 - 2008
Skills
Solidworks, Aviation, Aerospace, Engineering, Catia, Aircraft, Matlab, Program Management, Six Sigma, Microsoft Office, Testing, Excel, Teamwork, Instrument Rating, Microsoft Excel, Troubleshooting, CAD, Manufacturing, Flights, Piloting, Commercial Aviation, Airlines, CATIA
Education
Ryerson University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Engineering, Aerospace
Toronto Airways Ltd. / Island Air Flight School & Charters / Cargair Flight Academy / Peninsulair Ltd. 2007 — 2011
Commercial Pilot License; Group (1) Instrument Rating; Class IV Flight Instructor Rating, Aeroplane
SET Creative September 2015 - Present
SET Creative June 2015 - September 2015
Truth Be Told PR September 2013 - April 2015
Ridemakerz, LLC October 2012 - February 2013
Spin Master Ltd. October 2008 - September 2012
U.S. Department of State August 2007 - August 2008
UEFA (Union of European Football Associations) December 2007 - July 2008
Sports Illustrated March 2005 - May 2007
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2006 - 2006
Skills
Market Research, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Licensing, Korean, Competitive Analysis, Advertising, Packaging, Toys, Leadership, Product Marketing, Consumer Products, Strategy, Marketing Research, Digital Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Sponsorship, Research, Analysis, Brand Development, Budgets, Business Strategy, Customer Insight, Management, Market Planning, Marketing Management, Merchandising, Retail, Public Relations
Education
University of Oxford - Said Business School 2011 — 2011
MBA, Global Business
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 2009 — 2011
MBA, Marketing
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Piano Performance
Pitch June 2015 - Present
MC Squared September 2014 - April 2015
ASG Worldwide March 2014 - September 2014
Forever 21 April 2011 - February 2014
T3 Micro 2011 - 2013
Spin Master Ltd. February 2010 - February 2011
72andSunny October 2009 - February 2010
AGI TM-Los Angeles May 2009 - July 2009
BRK Group October 2008 - May 2009
Iconisus March 2008 - October 2008
Skills
Graphic Design, Packaging, Photoshop, Advertising, Layout, Image Manipulation, Brochures, Art, Web Design, Photography, InDesign, Typography, Fashion, Graphics, Posters, Pre-press, Mac, Art Direction, Illustrator, Print Production Process, Flyers, Vector Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Project Management, Entertainment, Visual Communication, Concept Development, Catalogs, Brand Development, Marketing, Corporate Branding, Digital Photography, Image Editing, Preflight, Color Correction, Press Checks, Beer, Creative Direction
Education
Mt Sierra College 1998 — 2001
BS, Multimedia Design
LeapFrog 2012 - Present
Disney Consumer Products 2008 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2006 - Present
Jakks Pacific 2006 - Present
Crayola 2005 - Present
Hands On Design 2002 - Present
Hasbro 1997 - Present
Fisher-Price 1996 - Present
Mattel 1993 - Present
Self-employed January 1986 - Present
Skills
Illustration, Toy Design, Consumer Electronics, Character Design, Labels, Digital Illustration, Art, Concept Development, Product Design, Sketching, Industrial Design, Art Direction, Concept Design, Creative Direction, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Graphics, Design Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Corporate Identity, Toys, Photoshop, Storyboarding, Concept Generation, Drawing, Digital Painting, Painting, Game Design, Rendering, Product Development, Illustrator, Posters, Video Games, 3D, Traditional Animation, Design Thinking, Conceptual Art, 3D visualization
Education
Northern Illinois University 1981 — 1985
BFA, Fine Art, Studio Illustration
Spin Master Ltd. July 2015 - Present
Education
University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Monmouth University
Oaks Christian High School 2008 — 2012
Spin Master Ltd. July 2014 - Present
Audrey Freda Tam Design January 2014 - Present
Mattel January 2013 - October 2013
Spin Master Ltd. June 2007 - January 2013
Cosmoda Corporation March 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Creative Direction, Product Design, Sketching, Manufacturing, Brand Development, Product Development, Concept Development, Textiles, Graphic Design, Fashion Illustration, Sewing, Toys, Design Strategy, Packaging, Adobe Creative Suite, Consumer Products, Styling, Technical Design, Illustration, Illustrator, Trend Analysis, Art Direction, Brand Management, Fashion Design, Apparel, Concept Design
Education
Ryerson University
Bachelor of Design (B.D.), Fashion/Apparel Design
Foremost Financial Corporation June 2015 - Present
Fuller Landau September 2013 - June 2015
MNP (MNP LLP) September 2011 - June 2013
Spin Master Ltd. June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Financial Reporting, Accounting, Assurance, Auditing, IFRS, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Tax, Internal Controls, Corporate Tax, Financial Modeling, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, GAAP, Income Tax, Valuation
Education
Queen's University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
University of Bath 2010 — 2010
Exchange
Vidyard July 2014 - Present
Vidyard March 2014 - July 2014
Bell September 2011 - March 2014
Research In Motion August 2007 - July 2011
Sony of Canada Ltd. 2006 - 2007
Spin Master Ltd. August 2003 - March 2006
Skills
Blackberry, Channel Management, Branding Development, Key Account Management, Product Marketing, Technical Training, National Account..., Small Business..., IT Operations, Service Delivery, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Salesforce.com, Telecommunications, MS Office Suite, Consumer Technology, Account Management, Consumer Electronics, Solution Selling, SAP, Maximo, Microsoft Office, Business Development, Channel Partners, B2B, Wireless, Strategy, Selling, Cross-functional Team..., Go-to-market Strategy, Sales, CRM, Sales Operations
Education
Ryerson University 1999 — 2003
BCOM, Marketing
Mattel March 2011 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. June 2002 - March 2011
CSS Steller Entertainment 2002 - June 2003
Homestore Inc. 1998 - 2002
Skills
Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Insight, Forecasting, Key Account Development, Marketing Strategy, Merchandising, Product Development, Product Marketing, Trade Marketing, Retail, Toys
Education
Ivey Business School at Western University 1993 — 1998
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Howard H Sung March 2015 - Present
LEGO Group February 2012 - February 2015
Spin Master Ltd. May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Concept Development, Industrial Design, Design Strategy, Concept Design, Sketching, Product Design, Model Making, Concept Generation, 3D Modeling, 3D, Design Thinking, Rendering, Design Management, Illustrator, Illustration, Creative Direction, Art Direction
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Toy Design
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2006
Industrial Design
Spin Master Ltd. June 2015 - Present
Hannaford Supermarkets September 2007 - Present
Utica Comets October 2014 - June 2015
GP Glee Promotions June 2007 - August 2010
Human Technologies Corporation January 2009 - May 2009
Trainor Associates June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite 6, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Awareness, Integrated Media..., Microsoft Office Suite, Butchery, Creative Strategy, Public Speaking, Work in A Fast Paced..., Graphic Design, Team Leadership, Advertising, Microsoft Word, Facebook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Social Networking, Time Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Retail, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing
Education
State University of New York at Albany 2013 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Communication and Rhetoric, 3.54 GPA
State University of New York at Albany 2013 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism, 3.54 GPA
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica Branch 2011 — 2013
Associate's Degree, Media Marketing, 3.62 GPA
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica Branch 2007 — 2009
Associate's Degree, Web Design and Management, 3.62 GPA
Canadian Tire August 2015 - Present
Ministry of Health - Centre for Addiction and Mental Health 2014 - 2015
AIMIA 2013 - 2014
Insurance Bureau of Canada 2013 - 2013
Morneau Shepell 2012 - 2013
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP 2010 - 2012
Transcontinental Database Marketing 2007 - 2010
Flynn Canada Ltd 2006 - 2007
IBM Business Consulting Services 2006 - 2006
Spin Master Ltd. 2005 - 2006
Skills
Visual Basic, Crystal Reports, SSRS, Business Intelligence, Microsoft SQL Server, ETL - SSIS, SSAS, SharePoint, SDLC, Data Warehousing, Microsoft CRM, VBScript, PL/SQL, SSIS, SQL, ERP, Analysis Services, Enterprise Software, Databases, Business Intelligence..., VB.NET, Database Administration, T-SQL, Visio, .NET, IIS, ETL, Requirements Analysis, Database Design, Oracle, Requirements Gathering, ASP.NET, Visual Studio, Solution Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Agile Methodologies
Education
Madurai Kamaraj University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
MKG - Experiential Marketing June 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. May 2015 - Present
Orange Sparkle Ball Inc. June 2014 - May 2015
Chick-fil-A June 2013 - May 2015
Nanda Home January 2013 - June 2013
Toymail January 2013 - June 2013
Savannah College of Art and Design September 2009 - March 2013
Working Class Studio June 2012 - September 2012
The Coca-Cola Company April 2012 - June 2012
Tri-Coastal Design June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Model Making, Keyshot, Sketching, Sketchbook Pro, Rhino, Design Thinking, Packaging, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Rapid Prototyping, Digital Sketching, Advertising, Microsoft Office, Rendering, Rhino 3D, Alias Studio Tools, Technical Drawing, Alias, Solidworks, Product Design, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Concept Design, 3D Modeling, Graphic Design, Drawing, Furniture, Logo Design, Graphics, Design Strategy, 3D Rendering, User-centered Design, Illustration, Concept Generation, Experience Design, Creative Direction, Photography, Visual Communication, SolidWorks, Typography
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design
Pratt Institute 2008 — 2008
Spin Master Ltd. July 2015 - Present
Nippon Auto Port September 2012 - December 2014
Standard Chartered Bank February 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Investments, Analysis, Team Leadership, Loans, Investment Banking, Customer Service, Financial Analysis, Banking, Capital Markets, Teamwork, Financial Risk, Financial Markets, Business Analysis, Economics, Negotiation, Financial Services, Cash Management, FX Options, Project Finance, Team Management, Fixed Income, Finance, Business Planning
Education
North South University 2013 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance
North South University 2008 — 2012
BBA, Finance & International Business
Maple leaf international 2006 — 2007
A' Level, Accounting and Finance
Maple Leaf International 2005 — 2006
O' Level, Maths, Commerce, Economics, Accounting
RB November 2014 - February 2015
Sobeys March 2012 - November 2014
Sobeys May 2011 - March 2012
Spin Master Ltd. January 2011 - April 2011
BMO Financial Group September 2010 - December 2010
Holt Renfrew September 2009 - February 2010
Skills
Advertising, Brand Management, Public Relations, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Project Management, Merchandising, Integrated Marketing, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Brand Development, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy
Education
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology 2010 — 2011
Postgraduate Degree, Brand Management
McMaster University 2001 — 2005
BA, Corporate Communications & English
Spin Master Ltd. July 2014 - Present
SkyRocket Toys January 2014 - June 2014
Mattel June 2013 - August 2013
Jakks Pacific May 2012 - August 2012
Chiu Tung Chang Architect & Associates June 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Revit, AutoCAD, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino 3D, Vray, After Effects, Sketching, 3D rendering, Laser Cutting, 3D Printing, Model Making, Microsoft Office, SketchUp
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2012 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Toy Design
UCLA 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), Architectural Studies
Spin Master Ltd. May 2014 - Present
Skills
Sketching, Illustrator, Sculpture, Photoshop, Drawing, Illustration, Rhino 3D, Model Making, Concept Generation, Concept Development, Microsoft Office, Toys, 3D Modeling, Concept Design
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), toy design
Spin Master Ltd. June 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. June 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. November 2010 - June 2013
Mattel July 2010 - November 2010
Mattel June 2008 - June 2010
Mattel June 2007 - September 2007
Pandemic Studios March 2007 - June 2007
Towers Perrin 2003 - 2006
Skills
Brand Management, Customer Insight, Toys, Video Games, Business Development, Innovation Management, Internal Communications, Franchising, Consumer Products, Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, Product Development, Market Research, Brand Architecture, Global Marketing
Education
University of California, Los Angeles - The Anderson School of Management 2006 — 2008
MBA, Marketing & Strategy
Northwestern University 1998 — 2002
BS, Radio/TV/Film
Home Run Productions January 2014 - Present
The Poolhouse 2013 - 2014
Y & R Brands 2010 - September 2010
Union Editorial 2000 - 2010
Spin Master Ltd. 2009 - 2009
MGA Entertainment 2006 - 2008
MGA Entertainment 2006 - 2008
Silo Films 2003 - 2007
Mattel, Inc 2003 - 2006
Warner Home Video 2003 - 2005
Skills
Animation, Advertising, Promotions, DVD, Graphics, Dvd, Film, Television, Commercials, Entertainment, Post Production, Voice Over, Video Production, Film Production, Video, Documentaries, Producing
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1976 — 1977
BA, Communications
University of California, Los Angeles 1974 — 1976
Spin Master Ltd. June 2015 - Present
Professional Engineer October 2011 - June 2015
Electric-Spin Corporation April 2006 - October 2011
Mold-Masters Limited July 1995 - April 2006
Skills
Injection Molding, Plastics, Hot Runner Specialist, Technical Product Sales, Product Development, Manufacturing, Product Design, Engineering, R&D, Mechanical Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Design of Experiments, Continuous Improvement, Management, Machine Tools, Business Development, Materials, Pro Engineer, Extrusion, Project Management, Machining, Strategic Planning, Molding, Thermoplastics, Solidworks, Design for Manufacturing, Product Management, Rapid Prototyping, Automotive, ISO, FMEA, Project Engineering, Manufacturing..., Data Centre Architecture, Data Center, CAD, Manufacturing..., Process Engineering, Six Sigma
Education
Queen's University 1988 — 1992
BSc.EE, Engineering with honours
Spin Master Ltd. February 2013 - Present
Hasbro January 2011 - January 2013
brandimage July 2010 - December 2010
University of Cincinnati January 2010 - June 2010
Hasbro March 2008 - June 2009
Deskey March 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Graphic Design, Concept Development, Illustration, Art Direction, Brand Development, Presentation Development, Game Design, rules writing, Product Development, Graphics, Advertising, Photography, Product Design, Creative Direction, Concept Design, Digital Illustration, Drawing, Packaging, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Storyboarding, Typography
Education
University of Cincinnati 2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design
Korea University 2009 — 2009
n/a, Intellectual Property Law, Korean Language, Korean Art
Spin Master Ltd. March 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2013 - February 2014
Spin Master Ltd. June 2013 - August 2013
Spin Master September 2012 - January 2013
Loblaw Companies Limited March 2006 - August 2012
Skills
Visio, Microsoft Excel, MS Project, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Word, Rational Rose 2000, Microsoft Visio, Java, UML, Microsoft Virtual Server, Object Oriented Modeling, SAP, Business Intelligence, Walmart Retail Link, Target Partners Online, Business Analysis, Microsoft Office, Forecasting, Customer Service, Time Management, Teamwork, Sales
Education
Ryerson University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Business Technology Management
Spin Master Ltd. May 2014 - Present
Loralee Butler Creative Services January 2014 - Present
Swappz Interactive Inc. 2013 - 2014
Spin Master Ltd. 2008 - 2013
Spin Master Ltd. 2000 - 2007
Skills
Integrate, Online Marketing, Art Direction, Video Production, Rich Media Banners, Packaging, Graphic Design, Toys, Graphics, Photography, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Concept Design, Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Concept Development, Multimedia, Vector Illustration, Illustrator, Digital Illustration, Drawing, Image Manipulation, Integrated Marketing, Logo Design, Layout, Typography, Industrial Design, Design Strategy, Sketching, Storyboarding, Video, Corporate Identity, HTML, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Art, Web Design, CSS, Digital Photography, Studio Lighting, Adobe Design Programs, Videography, Cinematography, Creative, eCommunications, Direct Response, Video Editing, Rich Media Design, D2C, Online Advertising
Education
Ryerson University 2005 — 2008
Diploma
TIW 2003 — 2003
Sheridan College 1994 — 1996
Diploma
Ontario College of Art and Design 1993 — 1994
Freelancing & Looking for full time November 2014 - Present
Hunter Straker October 2013 - November 2014
Anthem! Worldwide / Schawk!, Inc. January 2012 - October 2013
Spin Master Ltd. 2008 - 2011
Segal Communications 2006 - 2008
Watt International 1993 - 2005
Skills
Packaging, Logo Design, Concept Development, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, Corporate Identity, Packaging Graphics, Graphics, Typography, Image Manipulation, Art, Brand Development, Pre-press, Layout, Visual Communication, Photography, Brochures, Branding & Identity, Corporate Branding, Illustration, Creative Strategy, Posters, Design Strategy, Vector Illustration, Catalogs, Concept Design, Brand Architecture, Digital Illustration, Toys, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Mac, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Industrial Design, QuarkXPress, Advertising, Branding, Integrated Marketing, Photoshop
Education
Ontario College of Art and Design 1994 — 1997
AOCA, AOCAD degree with honors, Ontario College of art and Design.
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP May 2015 - Present
FirstService May 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. January 2013 - August 2013
The Walt Disney Company April 2010 - November 2011
Education
York University - Osgoode Hall Law School 2013 — 2017
Doctor of Law (JD)
York University - Schulich School of Business 2013 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
McGill University 2006 — 2010
Bcom, Finance and Strategy
Quality and Customer Experience Executive August 2015 - Present
QVC July 2012 - August 2015
Spin Master, Ltd October 2008 - July 2012
LeapFrog Enterprises September 2004 - October 2008
Plantronics, Inc August 1998 - August 2004
Siemens Wireless Terminals 1994 - 1998
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Quality Assurance, Quality System, Product Management, Consumer Products, Strategy, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Project Management, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, SAP, Continuous Improvement, Product Launch, Product Marketing, Quality Management, Testing, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management, Change Management, Engineering Management, Management, Toys, Leadership, Global Sourcing, Process Engineering, P&L Management, Supply Management, Forecasting, ISO, Operations Management, Packaging, Product Design, Strategic Sourcing, International Business, Kaizen, Purchasing, FMEA, Logistics, SPC, Injection Molding, Electronics, Vendor Management, Root Cause Analysis, MRP, Business Process..., Design for Manufacturing
Education
Notre Dame de Namur University 1986 — 1989
MBA
Thermo Fisher Scientific February 2014 - Present
SCI FI Magazine July 2009 - Present
Life Technologies November 2010 - February 2014
Spin Master Ltd. August 2010 - December 2010
3 Point Entertainment, LLC July 2009 - November 2010
Upper Deck February 2005 - March 2009
Paizo Publishing 2004 - 2005
Wolfson Public Relations 2001 - 2004
Self-Employed 1994 - 2004
Galaxy Online, Inc. 2000 - 2001
Skills
Public Relations, Editing, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Entertainment, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy, Promotions, Marketing Communications, Writing, Product Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Licensing, Contract Negotiation, Publicity, Science Fiction, Non-fiction, Memorabilia, Collectibles, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Geek Culture, Video, Editorial, Brand Management, Publishing, Advertising, Storytelling, Television, Marketing, Strategy, Online Advertising, Corporate Branding, Publications, Content Development, Trade Shows, Magazines, Content Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Content Management, Brand Development, Digital Media, Blogging, Online Marketing, New Media, Media Relations, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Management
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1987 — 1989
MM (MBA), Marketing and Management Policy
University of Michigan 1980 — 1983
BA, Communication and Film & Video Studies (dual major)
Stephen Tyng Mather High School 1976 — 1980
Jakks Pacific October 2014 - Present
Bandai America November 2012 - September 2014
Spin Master Ltd. July 2009 - November 2012
MGA Entertainment May 2008 - June 2009
American Racing Equipment Inc. August 2006 - May 2008
Mattel, Inc. December 2000 - July 2006
GameWorks LLC 1998 - 2000
MCI Telecommunications 1997 - 1998
Atlanta Centennial Olympic Properties June 1995 - September 1996
Skills
Consumer Products, Brand Management, Toys, Product Development, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Insight, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Management, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Market Research, Brand Architecture, Marketing Research, Positioning, Brand Development, Advertising, Marketing, Strategy, CRM, Trade Shows, Business Development, Packaging, International Marketing, Pricing, Product Innovation, Multi-channel Marketing, Trade Marketing, Brand Licensing, Market Planning, Creative Direction, FMCG, Integrated Marketing, Retail, Sponsorship, P&L Management, Sales, Product Launch, Management, Market Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Segmentation, Global Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Brand Equity, Brand Awareness, Marketing Communications, Pricing Strategy, Licensing
Education
Vanderbilt University - Owen Graduate School of Management 1993 — 1995
MBA
Occidental College 1989 — 1993
BA
Spin Master Ltd. October 2011 - Present
Hewlett-Packard 2003 - 2009
Intel 2000 - 2002
Mattel September 1989 - November 2000
Hughes Aircraft Company 1985 - 1989
Skills
Injection Molding, Engineering, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Quality System, Product Development, UL, Testing, FCC, Six Sigma, Consumer Products, Engineering Management, Design for Manufacturing, Quality Management, Product Safety
Education
Purdue University 1981 — 1985
Kidville Canada 2012 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2005 - 2008
PepsiCo - Frito Lay 1998 - 2004
Education
Ryerson University
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Marketing
Mattel March 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. June 2009 - February 2013
Disney Consumer Products 2003 - 2009
Jakks Pacific 2002 - 2002
Skills
3D rendering, Toys, Packaging, Concept Design, Concept Development, Art Direction, Storyboarding, Creative Direction, Illustration, Graphics, Rendering, Drawing, Sketching, Digital Illustration, Product Design, Industrial Design, Design Thinking, Logo Design, Experience Design, Design Management, Model Making, Design Strategy, Brand Development, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Product Development, Consumer Products
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Toy Design
AET
Hasbro July 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. May 2013 - June 2013
ME! December 2012 - June 2013
Just Play PA, LLC March 2013 - March 2013
Jakks Pacific January 2013 - March 2013
Mattel August 2007 - November 2012
Jakks Pacific June 2005 - July 2007
Chic Boutique Doll Design LLC March 2003 - June 2005
Marvel Entertainment June 2001 - August 2002
Home Inspirations January 2001 - June 2001
Skills
Illustration, Sketching, Toys, Illustrator, Drawing, Fashion, Film, Apparel, Textiles, Concept Development, Concept Design, Trend, Licensing, Retail, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Industrial Design, Product Design, Packaging, Model Making, Brand Development, Design Strategy, Sculpture, Graphic Design, Rendering, Graphics, Painting, Digital Illustration, Art, Character Animation, Concept Generation, Logo Design, Design Thinking, Photoshop, Product Development, Sewing
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1997 — 1999
BFA, Toy Design
Parsons School of Design 1987 — 1992
BFA, Fashion Illustration(Parsons) Writing & Literature (New School For Social Research)
Nikon September 2011 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. 2010 - 2011
D&M Holdings 2006 - 2010
Skills
Forecasting
Education
Ryerson University 2000 — 2004
FunFare LLC 2013 - Present
Claire Cole Creative 2006 - Present
Electronic Arts 2012 - 2012
TOMY (formerly RC2/Learning Curve) 2011 - 2012
Georgia-Pacific LLC 2011 - 2012
Toy Quest 2007 - 2007
Big Monster Toys 2004 - 2006
Spin Master Ltd. 2003 - 2004
Skills
Toys, Packaging, Product Design, Sketching, Concept Design, Creative Direction, Illustration, Art Direction, Illustrator, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Consumer Products, Concept Development, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Product Development, Brand Development, Photoshop, Design Strategy, Logo Design, Creative Strategy, Design Thinking, Marketing, Art, Design Management, Layout, Corporate Identity
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2000 — 2004
BA, Toy Design
Ribet Academy
Jaime Tracht Design April 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation April 2014 - December 2014
Jakks Pacific August 2013 - April 2014
Spin Master Ltd. September 2009 - August 2013
The Disney Store May 2005 - August 2009
Disney Consumer Products 2002 - 2005
JMP Creative June 2001 - August 2001
Mattel June 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Toys, Product Design, Product Development, Consumer Products, Concept Design, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Design Management, Art Direction, Drawing, Illustration, Sketching, Rendering, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Digital Illustration, Model Making, Experience Design, Graphics, Animation, Design Thinking, Industrial Design, Packaging, Design Strategy, Character Animation, Logo Design, 3D, Painting, Storyboarding, Sculpture, Concept Generation, Fashion, Brand Development, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Art, Mac, Management, Vector Illustration, Problem Solving
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 1998 — 2002
BFA, Toy Design
LACHSA, Los Angeles County Highschool for the Arts 1996 — 1998
HSD, Visual Arts
Dimplex North America March 2012 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. January 2007 - February 2012
Spin Master Ltd. February 2008 - June 2010
Spin Master Ltd. January 2007 - February 2008
ACCO Brands September 2005 - December 2006
Applica Consumer Products 2001 - 2005
Applica Consumer Products (Canada) 1998 - 2002
Black & Decker 1994 - 1999
Skills
International Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, New Business Development, Market Analysis, Leadership, Management, Recruiting, Full P&L Responsibility, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Asset Managment, Sales Management, Operations Management, Board Relations, Performance Improvement, People Development, P&L Management, Marketing, Forecasting, International Sales, Brand Development, CRM, Sales Manager, Product Development
Education
Ryerson University 1984 — 1988
City of Missisauga April 2009 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. December 2007 - November 2008
AMD January 2007 - November 2007
Accenture June 2006 - December 2006
CGI June 2000 - May 2006
Skills
Business Analysis, SAP ABAP, SAP HCM, SAP ESS/MSS
Education
Peking University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
Sodexo December 2012 - Present
William Cheung Consulting Company Inc. January 2011 - November 2012
Loblaw Companies Limited June 2010 - November 2010
Spin Master Ltd. February 2008 - April 2010
Sobeys May 2002 - February 2008
Famous Players April 2001 - December 2001
prizm brandz inc. May 1993 - December 2000
Spectra Investment System Inc. May 1989 - May 1993
Burns Fry Limited May 1985 - May 1989
Skills
Business Intelligence, ERP, Business Transformation, SAP, SAP Implementation, Enterprise Architecture, Program Management, IT Strategy, SAP R/3, Leadership, Enterprise Software, Management, Consulting, Project Planning, Software Development, Project Management, Business Analysis, Strategic Planning
Education
Queen's University 2005 — 2005
McGill University
BComm
St. Francois Xavier's College
McCarthy Tétrault June 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. July 2011 - June 2013
Avaya March 2007 - July 2011
TELUS September 2005 - March 2007
MTS Allstream 1994 - 2005
AT&T 1994 - 2005
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Business Requirements, Process Improvement, Telecommunications, Change Management, Business Analysis, Project Planning, Project Portfolio..., Visio, SDLC, Troubleshooting, Testing, User Acceptance Testing, Software Documentation
Education
Ryerson University 1998 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts, Human Resources
York University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Berteig CSM Course
Marvel Animation Studio February 2014 - Present
Various 1991 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. June 2013 - July 2014
Marvel Animation Studios March 2013 - March 2014
Hasbro Studios March 2012 - February 2013
Cartoon Network Asia 2009 - 2012
Hasbro Studios November 2009 - January 2011
Cartoon Network September 2006 - January 2009
Nickelodeon May 2004 - May 2005
Walt Disney TV Animation 2001 - 2001
Skills
Final Draft, Film, Feature Films, Comedy, Producing, Entertainment, Creative Writing
Education
University of Southern California 1986 — 1989
Master of Professional Writing, Screenwriting, Playwriting
Northwestern 1981 — 1985
BA, Speech, Theatre
Northwestern University 1981 — 1985
BS, Speech/Theatre
Linda Panda April 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. May 2013 - April 2015
Spin Master Ltd. May 2010 - May 2013
Spin Master Ltd. August 2008 - January 2010
MGA Entertainment May 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Creative Direction, Concept Development, Art Direction, Product Development, Drawing, Vector Illustration, Rendering, Toys, Illustration, Concept Design, Graphic Design, Product Design, Design Strategy, Illustrator, Sketching, Digital Illustration, Industrial Design, Sculpture, Graphics, Packaging
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Toy Design
Independent Contractor September 2014 - Present
NBC Universal 2012 - 2014
Spin Master Ltd. August 2007 - June 2011
The Walt Disney Company March 2002 - June 2007
Vivendi Universal Games March 2001 - November 2001
Mattel July 1995 - March 2001
Hasbro January 1991 - July 1995
Skills
Team Leadership, Packaging, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Merchandising, Marketing, Concept Development, Brand Development, New Business Development, Product Management, Project Planning, Digital Marketing, Product Development, Project Management, Team Building, Product Design, Social Media Marketing, Brand Architecture, Strategic Planning, Consumer Products, Market Research, Advertising, Cross-functional Team..., Creative Direction, Marketing Management, Retail, Social Media, Forecasting, Photoshop, Event Management, Event Planning, Management, Business Strategy, Account Management, Art Direction, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Budgets, Strategy, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Toys, Creative Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Graphic Design, Concept Design, Corporate Branding, Branding & Identity
Education
Rhode Island School of Design 1981 — 1985
BFA, Graphic Design
Landmark Education
Squid Kids Ink January 2012 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. November 2006 - January 2012
Playmates Toys May 2004 - October 2006
Mattel 2003 - 2003
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustration, Photoshop, Illustrator, Art Direction, Concept Development, Product Design, Creative Direction, Packaging, Sketching
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Toy Design
Sun Products Corporation July 2014 - Present
Sun Products Corporation July 2013 - July 2014
Sun Products Corporation January 2013 - July 2013
Spin Master Ltd. January 2010 - May 2012
Spin Master Ltd. 2007 - January 2010
Skills
Project Management, IT Management, Materials Management, Vendor Management, Project Planning, Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Scope Management, Consulting, SAP R/3, SAP Netweaver, SAP BI, SAP BW, SharePoint, Microsoft Office, MS Project, Business Process..., Milestones, Master Scheduling, CPM Scheduling, ERP Implementations, Department Budgeting, Capital Budgeting, Manufacturing, Negotiation, Training, Hiring Employees, Department Coordination, Corporate Communications, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Team-oriented, Fast Learner, Highly motivated..., Thrive in A Fast-paced..., Organization &..., Analytical Skills, Outstanding time..., CPG Industry, Consumer Package Goods, Logistics, Procurement, Team Leadership, Project Coordination, Problem Solving, Forecasting, Product Management, Time Management
Education
Ryerson University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Information Technology Management
Barilla Group May 2015 - Present
Heart & Stroke Foundation March 2009 - Present
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company December 2013 - April 2015
Sun Products June 2012 - October 2013
High Liner Foods January 2010 - June 2012
Spin Master Ltd. February 2008 - November 2008
Parmalat Canada July 2001 - September 2006
JM Smucker Foods of Canada (formerly Robin Hood Multifoods) January 1999 - June 2001
Staples Business Depot January 1997 - December 1998
McLaren McCann May 1996 - January 1997
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Customer Insight, Marketing Research, Brand Management, Brand Architecture, Product Development, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Market Research, Forecasting, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Market Planning, Marketing Management, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Merchandising, Competitive Analysis, Packaging, Trade Marketing, Strategy, Direct Marketing, Budgets, Market Analysis, P&L Management, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Retail, Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Management, Business Strategy, Brand Development, Product Launch, Online Advertising, Sales Operations, Pricing
Education
The University of Western Ontario - Richard Ivey School of Business 1991 — 1993
HBA, Business
The University of Western Ontario - Huron University College 1989 — 1991
H.B.A. Honors Business Administration
Spin Master Ltd. May 2010 - Present
Spragwerks Inc. June 2008 - Present
Donat Wald + Hague October 2006 - June 2008
MJZ March 2004 - October 2006
Skills
Entertainment, Acting, Film, Theatre, Comedy, Stage, Television, Film Production, Improvisation, Feature Films, Voice Over, Singing, Commercials, Drama, Screenwriting, Video Production, Voice Acting, Plays
Education
San Francisco State University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
Laney College 1998 — 2000
Spin Master Ltd. February 2014 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. September 2013 - February 2014
Ganz November 2010 - January 2013
Salexia Creative Services 2007 - 2010
Spin Master Ltd. January 1998 - January 2007
Spin Master Ltd. 1998 - 2002
TIGER ELECTRONICS January 1992 - January 1995
Lewis Galoob Toys January 1988 - January 1992
Galoob Toys 1988 - 1992
Texas Instruments January 1986 - January 1988
Skills
Packaging, Advertising, Production, Television, Video, Product Development, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Team Leadership, Mentoring Of Staff, Marketing, Creative Direction, Product Management, Brand Development, Toys, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Entertainment, Social Media
Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management 1985 — 1986
MBA, Marketing
Indiana University Bloomington 1981 — 1985
BS, Business, Economics & Public Policy
Google September 2015 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. August 2014 - Present
Deshpande Foundation October 2013 - February 2014
KnowlEdge Srl February 2013 - August 2013
Gillford Capital 2010 - 2011
Millennium Institute May 2009 - August 2009
Millennium Institute May 2008 - August 2008
Education
Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen / University of Nijmegen
Master of Science (MSc), Business Administration
University of Palermo
Master of Philosophy (MPhil), System Dynamics
University of Bergen
Master of Philosophy (MPhil), System Dynamics
McGill University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics, Finance
Marketing & Sales Consultant October 2013 - Present
Disney Consumer Products April 2013 - September 2013
Spin Master Ltd. February 2010 - July 2012
Mattel August 2006 - September 2009
Fox Broadcasting Company November 1999 - August 2006
Skills
Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, P&L Management, Competitive Analysis, Entertainment, Toys
Education
Pepperdine University 2001 — 2003
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Syracuse University
B.S., Television/Radio/Film Management
Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee March 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd July 2010 - February 2013
Trane / Ingersoll Rand 2008 - 2009
Trane / American Standard 2004 - 2008
Trane / American Standard 2002 - 2004
Campbell Soup Company 2000 - 2002
Campbell Soup Company 1997 - 2000
Campbell Soup Company 1996 - 1997
Campbell Soup Company 1989 - 1996
Hay Management Consultants 1988 - 1989
Skills
Leadership, Succession Planning, Talent Management, HRIS, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Coaching
Education
Ivey Business School at Western University 1986 — 1988
MBA, Business
U of Toronto (Canada) 1978 — 1982
BASc - Engineering Science, Chemical Engineering
Dyson Canada December 2013 - Present
Coca-Cola Refreshments January 2013 - 2013
Novartis Consumer Health Canada 2012 - 2012
Spin Master Ltd. January 2009 - December 2011
Spinmaster Toys December 2006 - December 2009
Spinmaster Toys September 2004 - November 2006
Spinmaster Toys September 2000 - August 2004
Shakespeare in The Rough 1999 - 2002
Skills
Product Development, Demand Planning, International Management, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Scheduling, International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Budget Management, Planning, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Warehousing, Procurement, Supply Chain..., Process Improvement, Purchasing, Sales Operations, Supply Chain, Excel, SAP, New Business Development, Customer Relations, Team Building, Supplier Management, Vendor Management, Team Leadership, PowerPoint, SAP R/3, Project Planning, Process Scheduler, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Pricing, Retail, Management, Merchandising, Manufacturing, Analysis, Supply Management, Competitive Analysis, P&L Management, Product Management, Sales, Brand Management, Business Planning, Leadership
Education
Ryerson Polytechnic University
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Production Management
Ryerson University
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Production Management
Spin Master Ltd. March 2014 - Present
Mackenzie Investments 2015 - 2015
Mackenzie Investments 2015 - 2015
Mackenzie Investments 2015 - 2015
Spin Master Ltd. March 2013 - March 2014
Spin Master Ltd. April 2011 - March 2013
Spin Master Ltd. March 2010 - April 2011
University Health Network May 2010 - August 2010
University of Toronto, Sexual Education & Peer Counselling Center September 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Talent Management, Employee Relations, Employee Training, Customer Service, Time Management, Training, Public Speaking, HRIS, Process Improvement, Labor Relations, Teamwork, SAP, Leadership, Human Resources, Interviews, Personnel Management, Talent Acquisition
Education
Humber College 2009 — 2010
Human Resources Management Postgraduate Certificate, Human Resources
University of Toronto - Woodsworth College 2004 — 2009
Honors Bachelor, Ethics and Sociology
Earl Grey?
Earl Grey?
Earl Grey?
Trillium Health Centre July 2013 - Present
Spin Master Ltd April 2010 - June 2013
Indigo Books and Music September 2008 - March 2010
CGI May 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Active Directory, Business Analysis, Project Management, Microsoft Exchange, Blackberry Enterprise..., IT Operations, Technical Support, Hardware, Help Desk Support, Servers, Troubleshooting, Networking
Education
Humber College 2005 — 2006
Graphic Design for Print and Web
York University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Film and Television
ST.JOSEPH SECONDARY SCHOOL, 1997 — 2001
Diploma
Spin Master Ltd. March 2015 - Present
Skills
Teamwork, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Accounting, Budget Forecasts, Performance Metrics, Leadership, Time Management, Corporate Finance, Financial Accounting, Project Management, Workforce Capital..., Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Financial Reporting, PowerPoint, Visual Basic, MS Excel Pivot Tables, Data Analysis, HR Metrics
Education
Institute of Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario 2014 — 2017
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
Ryerson University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
DreamWorks Animation February 2014 - Present
TellegenFilm Inc. February 2002 - Present
Spin Master Ltd. October 2013 - November 2013
DreamWorks Animation September 2013 - October 2013
Next Media Animation August 2013 - October 2013
Rollman Entertainment June 2013 - July 2013
Arkadium March 2013 - May 2013
Nickelodeon January 2013 - April 2013
Nickelodeon Games November 2010 - May 2012
Nickelodeon Games November 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Television Production, Production, Writing, Animation, Television, Screenwriting, Entertainment, Film, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Video Games, Video Production, Advertising, Comedy, Film Production, Creative Development, Post Production, Script-writing, Feature Films, Video, Producing, New Media, Creative Direction, Short Films, Reality, Broadcast, Documentaries, Content Strategy, Final Draft, Media Production, Digital Media, Production Managment, Voice Over, Scripting, Storytelling, Pre-production, Final Cut Pro, Theatre, Acting, Directing, Avid Media Composer, Video Editing, Music Videos, Casting, Script Coverage, Avid, HD Video, Visual Effects
Education
Loyola Marymount University
BA, Film / TV
De La Salle High School
Concord, California
Mattel, Inc. July 2015 - Present
ToysRUs November 2012 - June 2015
MGA Entertainment August 2011 - November 2012
Jakks Pacific August 2010 - November 2012
Spin Master Ltd. August 2011 - August 2011
Schultze Works July 2011 - August 2011
Jakks Pacific May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Concept Design, Art Direction
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2007 — 2011
Spin Master Ltd. 2006 - Present
Skills
Consumer Products, Forecasting
Education
University of Santo Tomas
B.S in Commerce, Economics
Canadian Tire 2003 - 2012
Spin Master Ltd. 2000 - 2002
Vogue Bra 1999 - 2000
Mattel 1995 - 1999
Hasbro 1992 - 1995
Hasbro 1989 - 1992
Education
McGill University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)
Elite Hardwood Flooring May 2009 - August 2012
Spin Master Ltd. May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Research, Strategic Planning, SPSS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Windows, Time Management, Data Analysis, Customer Support
Education
McMaster University 2012 — 2013
Masters, Public Policy & Administration
McMaster University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science