Critical Thinking Highly Adaptable Project Management
Clear Communication Technical Intellect Sales & Marketing
Problem-solving Relationship Building Process Creation
Highly Organized Employee Development Technology Integration
To earn a position where I can contribute to the company’s success by using my abilities to help create, organize, promote, and facilitate the company’s processes while increasing performance, visibility and profits. I focus on solving complex processes, building teams, and working cross-functionally to drive growth and facilitate the company strategy by using clear communication.
Director Software Development | Real Floors, Inc - Phoenix, AZ | 07/2022 - Current
● Navigate a smooth and successful implementation of a custom developed ERP business operations system.
● Led the strategy and development of innovative software tools and enhancements, improving company efficiency and user experience.
● Forged strong cross-functional partnerships with national stakeholders to enhance tools and processes in Sales, Operations, Accounting, Customer Service, and Management.
● Successful graduate of Real Floors’ exclusive leadership excellence program.
VP Marketing | Arbor Contract Carpet - Phoenix, AZ | 01/2021 - 7/2022
● Drove operational excellence by collaborating with the executive team to implement impactful business process improvements.
● Produced advanced software development initiatives to enhance business efficiencies and streamline operations, driving innovation within the organization.
● Led the marketing team in executing the company's brand vision, expanding presence, and integrating marketing efforts with sales and events at local and national levels.
● Managed a multi-million dollar marketing budget, overseeing marketing activities across 12 US locations.
● Played a fundamental role in the successful merger of Arbor and Real Floors, participating on the M&A team to deliver a rewarding outcome for Arbor shareholders.
VP Software Development | Carpeturn.com - Phoenix, AZ | 06/2010 - 12/2021
● Partner and Founding Member, leveraged my expertise to spearhead critical initiatives that propelled a startup to $17 million in revenue.
● Owned and executed the software development process, encompassing UI/UX design and website creation.
● Developed and executed winning marketing strategies, creating a powerful brand identity and propelling market adoption.
● Designed and implemented efficient business processes that enhanced operational effectiveness, leading to industry-wide recognition of our online ordering system.
● Secured a successful exit through the acquisition by Arbor Contract Carpet, contributing significantly on the acquisition team.
Western Michigan University - Kalamazoo, MI
B.S. in Industrial Design
2003 - 2008
WMU Dean’s List multiple times.
Hogan Student-Athlete Award 2006 | Varsity Baseball Team
Skills include: Conceptualizing, brainstorming, product research and bench-marking, product development, agile management, marketing, sales, and execution.
Software skills include: Atlassian JIRA & Confluence, Google Workspace, Photoshop®, Illustrator®, InDesign®, Microsoft Office®, beginner HTML & CSS.
Creative, intelligent, and highly motivated individual with a great work ethic and can-do attitude. Sees jobs/tasks/assignments to completion. Quickly picks up on new concepts and goals with ease.
Strategic thinker initiating cross functional collaboration and development between customers, key stakeholders, and partners to define a product vision and roadmap. Strong analytical skills with the ability to clearly articulate complexities and business requirements.
Outstanding ability to communicate and work well with others who have various styles and personalities while constantly falling into leadership roles. Ability to remain focused under stressful situations and deadlines. Possess strong multi-tasking and execution skills.
WMU Deans list (GPA 3.5 or greater): Spring 2007 and Fall 2007
Western Michigan University Varsity Baseball team – Pitcher 2003 - 2008
Member of WMU IDSA (Industrial Designers Society of America) 2004-2008
Hogan Student-Athlete Award 2006 – based on athletic ability and performance, academic achievement, leadership, and personal conduct.