Experience

Emmanuel Foundation

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager - BibleMesh.com Learning Platform and The Biblical Story Project

  • Oct 2008 - Aug 2016

  Managed $8+ million budget and coordinated staff, consultant and strategic partner teams across content development, legal, UI/UX design, web development, global e-commerce and integration of a proprietary learning management system to bring Christian higher-education learning and pastor-support portal from concept to commercial reality. Used marketing segmentation and research best practices to derive key goals for platform and provide feedback to senior management and drive project… Show more Managed $8+ million budget and coordinated staff, consultant and strategic partner teams across content development, legal, UI/UX design, web development, global e-commerce and integration of a proprietary learning management system to bring Christian higher-education learning and pastor-support portal from concept to commercial reality. Used marketing segmentation and research best practices to derive key goals for platform and provide feedback to senior management and drive project development goals. Responsible for developing, then meeting budget and timeline constraints from script development to wire-frames through global launch of complete platform that delivers complete curriculum including over 20 hours of video content integrated with a 3rd party learning management system with multi-currency commerce capabilities based off-shore. Continued development of project improvements including new courses and capabilities based on market response and customer feedback. Also managed marketing presence at key industry trade events during launch phase, including sponsorships, promotions, marketing collateral and trade show booth design. Reported directly to foundation managing director and board of directors. Show less Managed $8+ million budget and coordinated staff, consultant and strategic partner teams across content development, legal, UI/UX design, web development, global e-commerce and integration of a proprietary learning management system to bring Christian higher-education learning and pastor-support portal from concept to commercial reality. Used marketing segmentation and research best practices to derive key goals for platform and provide feedback to senior management and drive project… Show more Managed $8+ million budget and coordinated staff, consultant and strategic partner teams across content development, legal, UI/UX design, web development, global e-commerce and integration of a proprietary learning management system to bring Christian higher-education learning and pastor-support portal from concept to commercial reality. Used marketing segmentation and research best practices to derive key goals for platform and provide feedback to senior management and drive project development goals. Responsible for developing, then meeting budget and timeline constraints from script development to wire-frames through global launch of complete platform that delivers complete curriculum including over 20 hours of video content integrated with a 3rd party learning management system with multi-currency commerce capabilities based off-shore. Continued development of project improvements including new courses and capabilities based on market response and customer feedback. Also managed marketing presence at key industry trade events during launch phase, including sponsorships, promotions, marketing collateral and trade show booth design. Reported directly to foundation managing director and board of directors. Show less



Smith & Wesson Flashlights - Powertech, Inc.

• Product Management and Marketing Consultant

  • 2008 - Sep 2015

  Developed Law Enforcement and Military product line under the Smith & Wesson M&P brand of high-performance flashlights and illumination products to complement Powertech's main business line of Smith & Wesson licensed outdoor and camping flashlights, sold directly and through distribution at major mass market, sporting goods retail chains and individual retail dealers. Conducted market surveys and end-user research to develop products that served professional users as well as consumers needing… Show more Developed Law Enforcement and Military product line under the Smith & Wesson M&P brand of high-performance flashlights and illumination products to complement Powertech's main business line of Smith & Wesson licensed outdoor and camping flashlights, sold directly and through distribution at major mass market, sporting goods retail chains and individual retail dealers. Conducted market surveys and end-user research to develop products that served professional users as well as consumers needing high-performance illumination for hand-held and weapon-mounted use. Managed product development and testing programs with staff and consultant teams to achieve management goals. Worked with domestic and overseas suppliers on design, manufacturing and QC processes. Worked with legal resources to develop patent applications for innovations and listed as an inventor on company-owned patent granted by USPTO. Worked with senior management to present to Smith & Wesson Licensing Division and secure exclusive license for category of products. Developed marketing plans to launch product line and managed development of collateral materials and trade show operations at key industry events. Worked with VP of Marketing to launch Smith & Wesson Flashlight brand in Europe at IWA, European outdoor products and fireams trade show. Worked with national sales rep groups to identify key branding and product attributes to drive sales and gain market share. Reported directly to president of the company. Show less Developed Law Enforcement and Military product line under the Smith & Wesson M&P brand of high-performance flashlights and illumination products to complement Powertech's main business line of Smith & Wesson licensed outdoor and camping flashlights, sold directly and through distribution at major mass market, sporting goods retail chains and individual retail dealers. Conducted market surveys and end-user research to develop products that served professional users as well as consumers needing… Show more Developed Law Enforcement and Military product line under the Smith & Wesson M&P brand of high-performance flashlights and illumination products to complement Powertech's main business line of Smith & Wesson licensed outdoor and camping flashlights, sold directly and through distribution at major mass market, sporting goods retail chains and individual retail dealers. Conducted market surveys and end-user research to develop products that served professional users as well as consumers needing high-performance illumination for hand-held and weapon-mounted use. Managed product development and testing programs with staff and consultant teams to achieve management goals. Worked with domestic and overseas suppliers on design, manufacturing and QC processes. Worked with legal resources to develop patent applications for innovations and listed as an inventor on company-owned patent granted by USPTO. Worked with senior management to present to Smith & Wesson Licensing Division and secure exclusive license for category of products. Developed marketing plans to launch product line and managed development of collateral materials and trade show operations at key industry events. Worked with VP of Marketing to launch Smith & Wesson Flashlight brand in Europe at IWA, European outdoor products and fireams trade show. Worked with national sales rep groups to identify key branding and product attributes to drive sales and gain market share. Reported directly to president of the company. Show less



Smith & Wesson Competition Shooting Team

• Sponsored Shooter

  • Jan 2007 - Dec 2009

  Official member of the Smith & Wesson Competition Shooting Team. Responsibilities included representing Smith & Wesson company at sanctioned shooting competition events, testing and evaluating Smith & Wesson firearms and products in competition environments and conditions, and promoting Smith & Wesson products to shooting community in general through attendance at competitive events and through social media. Reported directly to S&W Team Captain Julie Golob. Achievements include:… Show more Official member of the Smith & Wesson Competition Shooting Team. Responsibilities included representing Smith & Wesson company at sanctioned shooting competition events, testing and evaluating Smith & Wesson firearms and products in competition environments and conditions, and promoting Smith & Wesson products to shooting community in general through attendance at competitive events and through social media. Reported directly to S&W Team Captain Julie Golob. Achievements include: 2008 & 2009 back-to-back Florida State IDPA SSP/ESP Champion 2008 & 2009 back-to-back Florida State USPSA Production Champion 2008 & 2009 back-to-back Florida Sunshine State Games USPSA Production and IDPA SSP Champion 2009 USPSA Area 6 Production Champion 2009 Florida Open Limited 10 Champion 2009 Florida Steel Match Production Champion Numerous Florida USPSA Section Championships USPSA GM Production Division Classification IDPA Master Classification in SSP, ESP, CDP, CCP and BUG Divisions Show less Official member of the Smith & Wesson Competition Shooting Team. Responsibilities included representing Smith & Wesson company at sanctioned shooting competition events, testing and evaluating Smith & Wesson firearms and products in competition environments and conditions, and promoting Smith & Wesson products to shooting community in general through attendance at competitive events and through social media. Reported directly to S&W Team Captain Julie Golob. Achievements include:… Show more Official member of the Smith & Wesson Competition Shooting Team. Responsibilities included representing Smith & Wesson company at sanctioned shooting competition events, testing and evaluating Smith & Wesson firearms and products in competition environments and conditions, and promoting Smith & Wesson products to shooting community in general through attendance at competitive events and through social media. Reported directly to S&W Team Captain Julie Golob. Achievements include: 2008 & 2009 back-to-back Florida State IDPA SSP/ESP Champion 2008 & 2009 back-to-back Florida State USPSA Production Champion 2008 & 2009 back-to-back Florida Sunshine State Games USPSA Production and IDPA SSP Champion 2009 USPSA Area 6 Production Champion 2009 Florida Open Limited 10 Champion 2009 Florida Steel Match Production Champion Numerous Florida USPSA Section Championships USPSA GM Production Division Classification IDPA Master Classification in SSP, ESP, CDP, CCP and BUG Divisions Show less



Digisette LLC

• Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Co-Founder and VP of Marketing and Sales

  • Jan 2001 - Dec 2007

  Co-Founded consumer electronics company pioneering the personal MP3 player market. Worked with South Korean suppliers (the center of MP3 player development at the time) to refine globally-patented design of portable MP3 player and launch product at major US consumer electronics retailers including Sam's Club, Best Buy and Radio Shack. Worked with overseas suppliers to identify and develop complimentary consumer electronics products in digital audio segments. Developed national sales network of… Show more Co-Founded consumer electronics company pioneering the personal MP3 player market. Worked with South Korean suppliers (the center of MP3 player development at the time) to refine globally-patented design of portable MP3 player and launch product at major US consumer electronics retailers including Sam's Club, Best Buy and Radio Shack. Worked with overseas suppliers to identify and develop complimentary consumer electronics products in digital audio segments. Developed national sales network of manufacturer's reps to get placement in retail outlets. Responsibility for sales forecasting, marketing and sales budget and P&L accountability. After successful US retail penetration, launched Digisette brand in Europe with MP3 and Digital Audio products at major retailers such as Carrefour, Media Markt and Saturn. Planned and managed marketing launches at US CES and European CeBIT trade shows. Launched the DigiLight brand of high-performance flashlights through the Digisette LLC company. Designed to compete in the law enforcement, military and high-end consumer flashlight markets, DigiLight brought the first value-priced, high-performance alternatives to high-priced domestic-manufactured products that dominated the space. Developed a complete product line with accessories sourced from overseas suppliers and manufactured to DigiLight specifications. Built a national sales network with independent manufacturer's reps and sold through individual dealers, sporting goods retail chains, direct to municipal agencies, online direct sales and to US Government retail outlets (AAFES). Managed marketing launch activities at SHOT Show industry trade show including collateral production and trade show booth design. Show less Co-Founded consumer electronics company pioneering the personal MP3 player market. Worked with South Korean suppliers (the center of MP3 player development at the time) to refine globally-patented design of portable MP3 player and launch product at major US consumer electronics retailers including Sam's Club, Best Buy and Radio Shack. Worked with overseas suppliers to identify and develop complimentary consumer electronics products in digital audio segments. Developed national sales network of… Show more Co-Founded consumer electronics company pioneering the personal MP3 player market. Worked with South Korean suppliers (the center of MP3 player development at the time) to refine globally-patented design of portable MP3 player and launch product at major US consumer electronics retailers including Sam's Club, Best Buy and Radio Shack. Worked with overseas suppliers to identify and develop complimentary consumer electronics products in digital audio segments. Developed national sales network of manufacturer's reps to get placement in retail outlets. Responsibility for sales forecasting, marketing and sales budget and P&L accountability. After successful US retail penetration, launched Digisette brand in Europe with MP3 and Digital Audio products at major retailers such as Carrefour, Media Markt and Saturn. Planned and managed marketing launches at US CES and European CeBIT trade shows. Launched the DigiLight brand of high-performance flashlights through the Digisette LLC company. Designed to compete in the law enforcement, military and high-end consumer flashlight markets, DigiLight brought the first value-priced, high-performance alternatives to high-priced domestic-manufactured products that dominated the space. Developed a complete product line with accessories sourced from overseas suppliers and manufactured to DigiLight specifications. Built a national sales network with independent manufacturer's reps and sold through individual dealers, sporting goods retail chains, direct to municipal agencies, online direct sales and to US Government retail outlets (AAFES). Managed marketing launch activities at SHOT Show industry trade show including collateral production and trade show booth design. Show less



BSG Labs - Imeron, Inc.

• Deland, FL and Raleigh-Durham, NC Area

• Account Manager, Commercial Accounts; Marketing and Product Manager, Computer Peripherals

  • May 1995 - Sep 2000

  As Marketing Manager for BSG Labs, initial responsibility was for marketing program development for OEM licensing of proprietary audio technology. Developed introduction to strategic partners via on-site laboratory tour and technology demonstration. Promoted to account manager, commercial accounts for commercial application of audio technology to strategic accounts. Managed implementation of proprietary commercial sound systems in Orlando Science Center and with Darden Restaurants in Red… Show more As Marketing Manager for BSG Labs, initial responsibility was for marketing program development for OEM licensing of proprietary audio technology. Developed introduction to strategic partners via on-site laboratory tour and technology demonstration. Promoted to account manager, commercial accounts for commercial application of audio technology to strategic accounts. Managed implementation of proprietary commercial sound systems in Orlando Science Center and with Darden Restaurants in Red Lobster and Olive Garden chains. Promoted to Marketing and Product Manager, Computer Peripherals, when company was moved to Raleigh, NC and re-branded Imeron, Inc. Responsible for development of first-of-its-kind Intensor Gaming Chair. Worked with internal engineering teams and marketing consultants to define product configuration, applying patented audio technology to an innovative product concept designed to enhance the video game experience with immersive audio and tactile feedback for console- and PC-based video games. Conducted national marketing research project to glean customer insights and drive product development. Worked with VP of Sales to develop national sales network using independent manufacturer's sales. Worked with The Richards Group advertising agency to develop marketing launch and gaming industry buy-in. Managed brand and product launch at US E3 and European ECTS gaming industry trade shows, with collateral development and trade show booth design. Show less As Marketing Manager for BSG Labs, initial responsibility was for marketing program development for OEM licensing of proprietary audio technology. Developed introduction to strategic partners via on-site laboratory tour and technology demonstration. Promoted to account manager, commercial accounts for commercial application of audio technology to strategic accounts. Managed implementation of proprietary commercial sound systems in Orlando Science Center and with Darden Restaurants in Red… Show more As Marketing Manager for BSG Labs, initial responsibility was for marketing program development for OEM licensing of proprietary audio technology. Developed introduction to strategic partners via on-site laboratory tour and technology demonstration. Promoted to account manager, commercial accounts for commercial application of audio technology to strategic accounts. Managed implementation of proprietary commercial sound systems in Orlando Science Center and with Darden Restaurants in Red Lobster and Olive Garden chains. Promoted to Marketing and Product Manager, Computer Peripherals, when company was moved to Raleigh, NC and re-branded Imeron, Inc. Responsible for development of first-of-its-kind Intensor Gaming Chair. Worked with internal engineering teams and marketing consultants to define product configuration, applying patented audio technology to an innovative product concept designed to enhance the video game experience with immersive audio and tactile feedback for console- and PC-based video games. Conducted national marketing research project to glean customer insights and drive product development. Worked with VP of Sales to develop national sales network using independent manufacturer's sales. Worked with The Richards Group advertising agency to develop marketing launch and gaming industry buy-in. Managed brand and product launch at US E3 and European ECTS gaming industry trade shows, with collateral development and trade show booth design. Show less