John Stelzner
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SCOTT EICHLER
John is a true professional, calm under pressure and effective under fire. John was hired as the Director of Product Development, (consumer electronics), for Discovery Channel at a time of tremendous strategic shift. He led the design and development of several top-selling CE products and simultaneously was asked to take on more responsibility and categories. John is a quick study taking on several high profile projects and a diverse group of categories for us, including our biggest category, Media/DVD. With his involvement in DVD development we realized tremendous improvements in quality, process management and time to market which translated to improved sales and margins. John can do it all and gets the job done while remaining positive and cool no matter how many challenges are flying his way
Sándor Kiss
John does an excellent job of managing people, process and projects. I found him to be productive under pressure and extremely pro-active. In particular, communication is a strong part of his overall skill set. He establishes great working relationships and keeps individuals working as a team to meet objectives.
SCOTT EICHLER
John is a true professional, calm under pressure and effective under fire. John was hired as the Director of Product Development, (consumer electronics), for Discovery Channel at a time of tremendous strategic shift. He led the design and development of several top-selling CE products and simultaneously was asked to take on more responsibility and categories. John is a quick study taking on several high profile projects and a diverse group of categories for us, including our biggest category, Media/DVD. With his involvement in DVD development we realized tremendous improvements in quality, process management and time to market which translated to improved sales and margins. John can do it all and gets the job done while remaining positive and cool no matter how many challenges are flying his way
Sándor Kiss
John does an excellent job of managing people, process and projects. I found him to be productive under pressure and extremely pro-active. In particular, communication is a strong part of his overall skill set. He establishes great working relationships and keeps individuals working as a team to meet objectives.
SCOTT EICHLER
John is a true professional, calm under pressure and effective under fire. John was hired as the Director of Product Development, (consumer electronics), for Discovery Channel at a time of tremendous strategic shift. He led the design and development of several top-selling CE products and simultaneously was asked to take on more responsibility and categories. John is a quick study taking on several high profile projects and a diverse group of categories for us, including our biggest category, Media/DVD. With his involvement in DVD development we realized tremendous improvements in quality, process management and time to market which translated to improved sales and margins. John can do it all and gets the job done while remaining positive and cool no matter how many challenges are flying his way
Sándor Kiss
John does an excellent job of managing people, process and projects. I found him to be productive under pressure and extremely pro-active. In particular, communication is a strong part of his overall skill set. He establishes great working relationships and keeps individuals working as a team to meet objectives.
SCOTT EICHLER
John is a true professional, calm under pressure and effective under fire. John was hired as the Director of Product Development, (consumer electronics), for Discovery Channel at a time of tremendous strategic shift. He led the design and development of several top-selling CE products and simultaneously was asked to take on more responsibility and categories. John is a quick study taking on several high profile projects and a diverse group of categories for us, including our biggest category, Media/DVD. With his involvement in DVD development we realized tremendous improvements in quality, process management and time to market which translated to improved sales and margins. John can do it all and gets the job done while remaining positive and cool no matter how many challenges are flying his way
Sándor Kiss
John does an excellent job of managing people, process and projects. I found him to be productive under pressure and extremely pro-active. In particular, communication is a strong part of his overall skill set. He establishes great working relationships and keeps individuals working as a team to meet objectives.
Experience
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Playmates Toys Inc.
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United States
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President of Marketing
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Apr 2012 - Present
Playmates Toys, Inc., is among the most well respected and innovative marketing and distribution companies in the global toy industry with a proven history in both the creation of innovative and imaginative products as well as the development and management of profitable, long-term brand franchises, including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Ben 10. Playmates Toys, Inc., is among the most well respected and innovative marketing and distribution companies in the global toy industry with a proven history in both the creation of innovative and imaginative products as well as the development and management of profitable, long-term brand franchises, including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Ben 10.
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Giochi Preziosi
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Italy
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Manufacturing
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200 - 300 Employee
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Director of Marketing
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Apr 2008 - Apr 2012
Giochi Preziosi is among the world’s four largest, privately held toy marketing and distribution companies with full service subsidiary operations in Hong Kong, China, the U.S. and all major European markets. Headquartered in Italy, the Group also owns and operates Italy’s largest specialty toy retail chain, Toy Center. Giochi Preziosi is among the world’s four largest, privately held toy marketing and distribution companies with full service subsidiary operations in Hong Kong, China, the U.S. and all major European markets. Headquartered in Italy, the Group also owns and operates Italy’s largest specialty toy retail chain, Toy Center.
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Discovery Inc
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United States
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Entertainment
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Product Development for Consumer Electronics and Home Video
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Apr 2005 - Apr 2008
Discovery is the global leader in the creation and distribution of real-world media, retail products and online educational services. Discovery's global reach is not restricted to television, but also includes products sold at Discovery Channel Stores throughout the United States, as well as licensed products sold worldwide. Discovery's goal is to enable consumers to explore their world and satisfy their curiosity. Discovery is the global leader in the creation and distribution of real-world media, retail products and online educational services. Discovery's global reach is not restricted to television, but also includes products sold at Discovery Channel Stores throughout the United States, as well as licensed products sold worldwide. Discovery's goal is to enable consumers to explore their world and satisfy their curiosity.
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LeapFrog
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United States
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Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Program Manager
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Oct 2003 - Apr 2006
LeapFrog Enterprises Inc. is a leading designer, developer and marketer of innovative, technology-based learning products and related proprietary content, dedicated to making learning effective and engaging -- for all ages, in homes and in schools, and around the world. LeapFrog Enterprises Inc. is a leading designer, developer and marketer of innovative, technology-based learning products and related proprietary content, dedicated to making learning effective and engaging -- for all ages, in homes and in schools, and around the world.
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Playmates Toys Inc.
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United States
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Marketing Manager
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Jun 1998 - Oct 2003
Playmates Toys, Inc., is among the most well respected and innovative marketing and distribution companies in the global toy industry with a proven history in both the creation of innovative and imaginative products as well as the development and management of profitable, long-term brand franchises, including the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Disney Princess, The Simpsons, Tomb Raider, and Star Trek. Playmates Toys, Inc., is among the most well respected and innovative marketing and distribution companies in the global toy industry with a proven history in both the creation of innovative and imaginative products as well as the development and management of profitable, long-term brand franchises, including the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Disney Princess, The Simpsons, Tomb Raider, and Star Trek.
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Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Licensing Coordinator for Consumer Products Toy Category
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Nov 1996 - Jun 1998
Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is the business segment of The Walt Disney Company that extends the Disney brand to merchandise ranging from apparel, toys, home décor and books to interactive games, food and beverages, stationery, electronics and animation art. Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is the business segment of The Walt Disney Company that extends the Disney brand to merchandise ranging from apparel, toys, home décor and books to interactive games, food and beverages, stationery, electronics and animation art.
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Roberts. Mealer and Company
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Orange County, California Area
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Advertising Account Coordinator
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Mar 1995 - Nov 1996
Roberts, Mealer, & Company was among the largest independent advertising and brand management agencies in Southern California. In my role I assisted the Account Executive teams to manage successful advertising and branding programs for such clients as Sony, Bell Electronics, Eubanks Engineering, Phillips, John Hancock, Newport Semiconductors, QLogic and CTX. Roberts, Mealer, & Company was among the largest independent advertising and brand management agencies in Southern California. In my role I assisted the Account Executive teams to manage successful advertising and branding programs for such clients as Sony, Bell Electronics, Eubanks Engineering, Phillips, John Hancock, Newport Semiconductors, QLogic and CTX.
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Education
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Cal State Fullerton, College of Business and Economics
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration (Marketing)
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