Experience

Richardson RFPD

• United States
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director, Global Marketing

  • Jan 2017 - Present

  Geneva, IL Directing the strategic marketing of Richardson RFPD, including overseeing the corporate marketing communications (advertising) department and strategic product marketing for all business segments, reporting directly to our President. As a member of the senior staff, aids in developing strategic vision for our RF, wireless, and Internet of Things (IoT) programs. Works closely with our suppliers to develop marketing and operational plans to reach mutual goals.

• Manager, Supplier Relations

  • Jun 2015 - Jan 2017

  Geneva, IL Oversaw the Supplier Relations and Marketing Communications (MarCom) departments. Responsible for supporting tier 1 suppliers in order to maximize opportunities for growth and operational efficiency for both RFPD and the supplier. Conducts financial/business reviews with relevant executives. Makes recommendations to drive business decisions. Performs strategic analysis as well as a supporting tactical/operational trouble-shooting. Organizes strategic planning sessions to aid… Show more Oversaw the Supplier Relations and Marketing Communications (MarCom) departments. Responsible for supporting tier 1 suppliers in order to maximize opportunities for growth and operational efficiency for both RFPD and the supplier. Conducts financial/business reviews with relevant executives. Makes recommendations to drive business decisions. Performs strategic analysis as well as a supporting tactical/operational trouble-shooting. Organizes strategic planning sessions to aid with our strategic growth. Provides strategic/supervisory guidance on marketing communications/digital strategy.



Self-employed

• Strategic Marketing Consultant

  • Jul 2012 - Jun 2015

  Offered my experience and skill sets to various firms in the areas of international business, new product development/marketing roll-outs, strategic marketing management, product & operational management, ROA optimization, and all aspects of online/digital web marketing.



Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

• United States
• Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Business Unit Manager

  • Jun 1999 - Jun 2012

  Responsibilities included strategic business development of components sold into the broadcast, semiconductor, medical, and industrial markets. Reported directly to CEO. Oversaw P&L responsibility for $20 million annual budget covering multiple product lines. Added several new brands/products to line-card which aided in achieving sales & ROA objectives. Supervised staff of four (4) product marketing & engineering personnel

• Product Manager

  • Jun 1993 - Jun 1999

  Handled all core daily transactional and marketing-related activities for components sold into the marine, avionics, broadcast, scientific and industrial markets. Developed all on-line and hard copy sales and marketing materials for our customers. Created all internal training tools for new employees. Acted as conduit between vendors and sales to maintain efficient operations and offer superior service to our valued customers…resulting in achieving sales goals. Recipient of 1996… Show more Handled all core daily transactional and marketing-related activities for components sold into the marine, avionics, broadcast, scientific and industrial markets. Developed all on-line and hard copy sales and marketing materials for our customers. Created all internal training tools for new employees. Acted as conduit between vendors and sales to maintain efficient operations and offer superior service to our valued customers…resulting in achieving sales goals. Recipient of 1996 “Florence Richardson Award“ (as voted by co-workers) for work “above & beyond”

• Market Research/Analysis Supervisor

  • Jun 1992 - Jun 1993

  Oversaw all corporate marketing research and market analysis. Performed numerous studies for management on new potential new products, and market opportunities. Collected and distributed all relevant industry news and announcements to keep employees abreast of marketplace



Runzheimer

• United States
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consulting Services Coordinator

  • Mar 1991 - Jun 1992

  Northbrook, IL USA Interacted with upper management (VPs, CFOs, COOs, & Presidents) of fortune 500 companies to schedule presentations by our consultants. • Prepared all marketing and presentation materials for our consultants • Analyzed effectiveness rates, leading to changed methodologies in how we marketed our programs