Experience

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  The Greenwood Group LLC

  • Dallas/Fort Worth Area

  • President & CEO

    • Jul 1999 - Present
    • Dallas/Fort Worth Area

    The Greenwood Group, LLC consults to businesses in two key areas: 1) growing small businesses in retail market and 2) operate as President of Crystal Images, a supplier to the promotional industry.2007 - PresentManage strategic company direction - sales, marketing, pricing and financial. Manage major customer relationships, key prospects and sales reps. Design marketing and promotional materials for sales and marketing use. Design, manage and participate in external events and shows. Evaluate competitor pricing, marketing and sales strategy.2002 - PresentAssist small and medium sized companies to start/grow their business by arranging for the sale of their products through select retailers. The products include swim and resort wear, collegiate licensed products, electronics, housewares, health, beauty and other products. Our role ranges from importer, representative, broker and/or agent for products manufactured both on and off-shore. 2002 - 2004Consulted to a 3D sub-surface crystal manufacturing company focusing on sales, marketing and operational challenges.1999 - 2002 Established Strategic Planning department for the Bank of Bermuda.

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  Monitor Group

  • Cambridge, MA

  • Financial Services Professional

    • 1996 - 1999
    • Cambridge, MA

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  Perot Systems Corporation

  • Dallas/Fort Worth Area

  • Financial Services Professional

    • 1989 - 1994
    • Dallas/Fort Worth Area

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  The First National Bank of Chicago

  • Greater Chicago Area

  • Manager, Consulting Services Division

    • 1981 - 1989
    • Greater Chicago Area

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  Duke University

  • Durham, NC

  • Visiting Instructor

    • Aug 1986 - Apr 1988
    • Durham, NC

    Taught continuing education banking classes for the Fuqua School of Business.

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  HUD - Grace Commission

  • Washington D.C. Metro Area

  • Financial Team Member - Grace Commission - HUD

    • Jul 1982 - Oct 1982
    • Washington D.C. Metro Area

    A commission established by President Ronald Reagan, authorized on June 30, 1982, to focus on, and recommend changes, to address waste and inefficiency in the US Federal government. The commission was headed by businessman J. Peter Grace.