Experience

Zoogee World Inc.

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & CEO Zoogee World Inc.

  • Nov 2001 - Present

  Oversee fiscal planning and budgets with average annual revenues of $1,000,000 and leading a team of up to 15 loyal long-term employees. RELATIONSHIP BUILDING: Led the growth of international distribution network by developing a presence through the industry’s marketing and promotional associations and establishing strategic relationships with targeted companies. As a result, developed a loyal repeat customer base in an extremely competitive custom manufacturing industry.E-MARKETING: Developed effective online e-marketing tools to support an active international distributor network. Created partnerships and agreements with large distribution companies while respecting the industry code of ethics.SUPPLY MANAGEMENT: Fostered long standing international supplier relationships by sourcing the best quality products at competitive prices with fast delivery times. Ensured quality materials and products at competitive prices. Worked closely with suppliers and transportation providers to assure just in time inventory logistics. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Maximized production efficiency and minimized waste by implementing “Lean” manufacturing production practices and procedures. QUALITY ASSURANCE: Consistently received top industry ratings by all associations and customers. Achieved top supplier status and multiple “Outstanding Customer Service” and “Innovative Product” awards from top international marketing and promotional industry associations and distributor networks.PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION: Developed multiple unique and patented products including executive style packaging which features full customization and the ability to add a business card quickly and easily.



A Buck or Two

• Owner / Operator of Retail Franchises

  • Jan 1992 - Aug 2002

  Purchased and managed 4 innovative fast paced retail franchise stores with annual revenues of $3,000,000 and a team of 40 sales associates. MERCHANDISING: Streamlined effective store layouts and planograms with cost saving ordering procedures which then maximized sales and assured consistency in stock inventory levels.MARKETING: Created successful in store and regional advertising campaigns which significantly increased repeat customers. Consistently achieved Top 10 status amongst the 350 franchise stores across Canada and received multiple performance awards. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Developed exceptional customer service practices and policies which contributed to the long-term success of these high volume fast-paced retail stores.



Ouellette Seed Farms Ltd

• Canada

• General Manager and Part Owner

  • May 1988 - Nov 1992

  Participated and strongly involved in the marketing, management, and production requirements of 500-acre seed potato farm, liquid fertilizer manufacturing facility, agricultural chemicals distribution company, agricultural chemical custom application services and our potato export programs. SCIENTIFIC AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS: Developed, planned, and analyzed scientific test plot data; implemented planting schedules, nutrient requirements, and crop protection needs. FINANCE: Developed relationships with government officials to prepare annual financial budgets.CREATIVITY: Founded, developed, and marketed a new liquid fertilization concept and manufacturing facility as well as creating the largest international potato tradeshow and field trial exposition in Eastern North America.