Experience

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  Jacaranda Living

  • Wellesley, Massachusetts

  • Co-Founder / President

    • Oct 2004 - Present
    • Wellesley, Massachusetts

    Founded in 2004 as a wholesale company specializing in gift items made by talented people living in difficult circumstances in South Africa and various countries around the world. Company’s mission is to open new markets in North America to help support and improve the quality of lives for these talented producers who work in socially responsible environments. Currently supply a national network of 3,500+ North American and global gift stores through diversified online business channels now reaching expanded B2B and B2C markets.

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  Stacks Data (Formerly PeerAspect)

  • Boston MA, USA

  • Chief Revenue Officer

    • Sep 2017 - Mar 2018
    • Boston MA, USA

    Our specialized, user-friendly, cloud-based software platform (StacksSheets) enables companies to easily attend to their global data management process.It simplifies data capture, storage, updates & sharing ... all from the Cloud. Our versatile software program is fully customizable, safely streamlines your exact information sourcing, improves content accuracy and simplifies everyday data management. StacksSheets also make it easy to audit, validate and generate reports across complex regional & global supply chains and automates the follow up process. It pays for itself, saves thousands of manhours and a lot of money.

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  Clean Deale Waste Disposal Solutions

  • Greater Boston Area

  • CEO

    • Nov 2009 - Dec 2017
    • Greater Boston Area

    Specialized service reducing the cost of solid waste disposal for companies, (regionally or nationally) and improving sustainable recycling practices. No up front fees are charged to clients - savings are simply shared upon completion of thorough investigative audit and implementation of changes. If less than 10% savings are achieved, no fees are charged. It's a Clean Deale - no risk for clients so there is no reason not to do it.

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  RailPod Inc.

  • Boston, MA

  • Chief Revenue Officer

    • Jun 2014 - Feb 2015
    • Boston, MA

    RailPod is the world’s first automated and robotically operated rail track inspection unit. Track condition and position are precisely measured. Data is transmitted wirelessly to inspectors in real time.Specialized track geometry cars and gauge restraint measuring systems (GRMS) are combined into a compact and highly versatile unit for daily track inspections. RailPod technology minimizes human error, improves safety, helps prioritize preventative maintenance, reduces derailments and cost.

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  Young Presidents' Organization - New England Chapter & North Eastern US Region

  • Boston, MA

  • Chapter Chairman - New England (2010-11), Board Director (2005-2012) + NE USA Region (2009-2012)

    • Jul 2004 - Jun 2013
    • Boston, MA

    YPO-WPO is an international membership network of business leaders (President's or CEO's of companies). The organization's mission is to develop better leaders through education and idea exchange. Founded in 1950, YPO-WPO now has over 19,000 members in 140 countries.Today, their ranks include senior business leaders, diplomats and elected officials at the international, national, regional and local levels. With an extensive offering of educational programs, networking opportunities and exclusive services, WPO is dedicated to meeting the needs of members and their families throughout every stage of life, enhancing the lives of others, enriching families and improving communities.

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  Triumph Modular

  • Littleton, MA

  • Consultant

    • Oct 2011 - Apr 2013
    • Littleton, MA

    Consultant for Triumph Modular to design and develop the all new solar powered powerPAD - an industry first, secure, mobile work space, fully independent of the power grid to support remote education / medical clinics / postal services / urban transit stations / disaster relief stations (police, military, FEMA), pop-up retail (at sports events / concerts / festivals / etc). It's off-grid wireless and satellite connectivity to the internet enables user access to web information and an ability to relay information anywhere in the world. Built-in battery packs store stable power for black out periods to power laptops, lighting, refrigeration, air conditioning, kiosk displays, recharging outlets, etc. Convenient 8’ x 20’ all access shipping container design facilitates quick and easy deployment and ships nationally and internationally via road, rail, air and sea (multi stackable for ocean shipping).

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  Empyrean International

  • Acton, MA

  • President

    • May 2007 - Oct 2008
    • Acton, MA

    Manufacturers of 20,000+ prefabricated Acorn Homes, Deck Houses and Dwell Homes (Est. 1945). Designed in-house or in collaboration with outside architects, manufactured in company owned Acton MA factory (panelized building systems and post & beam kits of parts), shipped nationally & internationally and built on site by Empyrean trained builders around the world. Company sold and renamed Acorn Deck House Company.

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  Woodmeister Master Builders

  • VP Sales, Marketing & Business Development

    • 2005 - 2007

    Initially hired to build this 27 year old company’s sales pipeline but discovered a need existed to prioritize the total overhaul of corporate sales and marketing strategies. Recreated an all new company identity (including a name change) repositioning it as a Master Builder firm offering high end custom construction, in-house millwork and lifestyle management services. Re-located HQ and manufacturing to larger premises and successfully re-launched new identity, doubling revenues in 22 months despite challenging housing market conditions.

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  Supercart Holdings

  • Co-Founder / President / CEO

    • Jan 1994 - Oct 2004

    Co-Founded and globalized the world's first all-plastic shopping cart company - half the weight of wire carts, no wobbly wheels, no rust or corrosion, no jamming, more hygienic, strong corporate branding with custom coloring, fully compatible with RFID scanning technology, customer preferred 9 to 1 over metal carts.Developed business case, concluded JV manufacturing partnerships, developed and successfully implemented global sales and marketing strategies that helped monopolize market opportunities. Supercart was successfully sold to retail groups in South Africa (over 40% market penetration within 3 years of launch), USA, Canada, Europe and Australia. Sold all equity soon after IPO on London Stock Exchange in 2004.

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  Epic Kayaks & Paddles

  • Seattle, WA

  • Non-Executive Director

    • Oct 2000 - May 2003
    • Seattle, WA

    Co-Founded company in the US with 2 partners (both multi World Championship title holders). Manufacturers and global suppliers of high quality, lower weight, more efficient water tracking kayaks & paddles for high performing athletes ... or everyday paddlers. We accomplished our mission to improve the kayaking experience in the 2nd fastest growing sport in the US and globalize distribution.

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  Clean Deale Services Group

  • South Africa

  • Founder / CEO

    • May 1984 - Dec 1997
    • South Africa

    Founded and managed this diverse group of service companies:Clean Deale Garden ServicesClean Deale Franchise ServicesClean Deale Cleaning ServicesClean Deale Security ServicesBuilt the company into a leading multi functional service provider with 1,350 employees and successfully sold various Garden Service franchised territories. Sold all companies to relocate to the US to globalize Supercart Holdings.