RESUME
about me
operations | marketing | brand building
Dynamic and motivated professional with a proven record of creating value.
An accomplished operations expert with 10+ years of experience in Natural Foods. Delivering exceptional operational results, as both a Director of a +$280M department at a Fortune 500 company to a Vice President of Operations at a high growth category-changing startup. Success in leading large and small teams, while defining new business strategies, launching programs, and driving the business forward
through innovation.
A lifelong designer, I thrive in entrepreneurial environments where creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking transcend the status quo. My leadership is characterized by vision, systems intelligence, excellence, and compassion. All fueled by a drive to move myself and others to be their very best.
WORK EXPERIENCE
15 - Dec | 2015
Present
Vice President of Operations | Jackson’s Honest
Oversee the operations related to all functions of the business: Operations, Sales, Marketing, Administrative and Financial. Report directly to the Founders and key stakeholders of the company. Focused on institutionalizing the operations of the business to develop the company from an exciting startup to a thriving and scalable business.
29 - Apr | 2014
15 - Dec | 2015
Grocery Coordinator | Whole Foods Market
Directed a quarter of a billion dollar 'Grocery' program in the Rocky Mountain region of Whole Foods Market. Complete program oversight: product procurement; pricing; promotions; programming; new store design; and financial health of the department. Mentored a regional team of five and an indirect store team of +680.
09 - Jan | 2011
29 - Apr | 2014
Associate Marketing Coordinator | Whole Foods Market
Responsible for the execution of regional and national marketing programs and campaigns. Led a team of +70 store marketers and graphic artist. Served as the bridge between the procurement teams and the creative store teams to ensure excellent in-store execution of programs; spanning community outreach, retail marketing, and events. Managed region's digital marketing efforts.
STUDIED
May | 2007
Art History | University of Colorado Denver
Studied art history and drawing.
May | 2004
Foundations / Photography | Parsons School of Design
Foundation year of design and photography at New School University.
Special Skills
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LEADERSHIP
CREATIVE
CRITICAL THINKING
SYSTEMS INTELLIGENCE
DESIGN
ACTIVE LISTENING
RESOLVE
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ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
MICROSOFT EXCEL
ORACLE NETSUITE ERP
QUICK BOOKS ONLINE
AMAZON SELLER CENTRAL
SHOPIFY WEB PLATFORM
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