Ronald Holleman
Vice President of MMUSA at Mont Marte International- Claim this Profile
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Susan Allison
Ronnie is a true collaborative professional. In an industry with very little innovation, Ronnie consistently brought new ideas and designs to the team. He is creative, technically creative and in touch with the customer and the industry. I would highly recommend him.
Susan Allison
Ronnie is a true collaborative professional. In an industry with very little innovation, Ronnie consistently brought new ideas and designs to the team. He is creative, technically creative and in touch with the customer and the industry. I would highly recommend him.
Susan Allison
Ronnie is a true collaborative professional. In an industry with very little innovation, Ronnie consistently brought new ideas and designs to the team. He is creative, technically creative and in touch with the customer and the industry. I would highly recommend him.
Susan Allison
Ronnie is a true collaborative professional. In an industry with very little innovation, Ronnie consistently brought new ideas and designs to the team. He is creative, technically creative and in touch with the customer and the industry. I would highly recommend him.
Experience
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Mont Marte International
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Australia
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Retail Art Supplies
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President of MMUSA
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May 2021 - Present
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National Sales Manager at MMGL
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Oct 2018 - May 2021
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Interm VP & Board Director
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Jan 2017 - Oct 2018
• Establish new clients and business opportunities • Analyze any changes in the market and drive effective merchandise solutions • Direct Power Point presentations for company-wide trend forecast and product development • Arrange domestic and foreign travel for trade show exhibitions, trend research, and collaborate directly with the factory • Manage legal affairs with business lawyers, CPAs, and patent/copywriter experts • Conceptualize and execute private brand collections for Taiwan, UK, and USA market base Show less
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Director Of Product Development
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Jul 2015 - Oct 2018
Product Development: • Develop new innovative product for the art supply industry including hard & soft storage, kids product, and artist furniture (easels, tables, desks, and stools) • Brainstorm and deliver merchandise product assortments for new clients and current customers • Practice cost engineering based on price point, labor and raw material cost • Works in wood shop to build and assemble mock ups by hand for developmental use (this includes wood working, welding and 3D printing) Management: • Manage multiple direct reports • Leverage & develop team members’ strengths • Hire & evaluate team members/freelancers • Lead web development Sales: • Manage product assortments • Generate enthusiasm for product • Establish a good rapport with clients • Meet and exceed sales quotas Show less
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The Michaels Companies, Inc.
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United States
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Real Estate
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Senior Product Designer- Art Supplies and Framing
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Oct 2008 - Apr 2015
• Designed an array of products in art supplies & easels, paper crafting, kids toys & furniture, photo frames, and home décor • Orchestrated brainstorming meetings to develop creative ideas and pioneer fresh product • Traveled internationally to overseas vendors for product development and knowledge sharing (China, Indonesia, Thailand, Taiwan) • Worked with packaging and marketing partners to develop new ways of showcasing product to increase both sales and gross margin • Assembled and constructed private brands Artist’s Loft & Art District Show less
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Circuit City
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Technology, Information and Internet
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales And Installation Manager
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Sep 2000 - Mar 2009
▫ Install and troubleshoot electronic components using wiring schematics and flow chart diagrams ▫ Design and Build custom interior pieces out of various materials ▫ Install stereo components and alarm systems into vehicles ▫ Provide assistance, information and make recommendation to customers ▫ Excellent communication skills ▫ Train other employees how to install car electronics and provide excellent customer service ▫ Install and troubleshoot electronic components using wiring schematics and flow chart diagrams ▫ Design and Build custom interior pieces out of various materials ▫ Install stereo components and alarm systems into vehicles ▫ Provide assistance, information and make recommendation to customers ▫ Excellent communication skills ▫ Train other employees how to install car electronics and provide excellent customer service
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JCPenney
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Ast. Product Designer
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Jul 2007 - Oct 2008
▫ Design and develop Lighting , Furniture and Home Décor ▫ Research and Communicate current trends ▫ Brainstorm and develop new innovative products ▫ Work with overseas offices to develop products ▫ Sketch and 3d Model products for overseas development ▫ Execute Spec Packs Helped to establish private brands such as: Jcpenney- Linden Street Jcpenney- Artesia Jcpenney- Cindy Crawford Style ▫ Design and develop Lighting , Furniture and Home Décor ▫ Research and Communicate current trends ▫ Brainstorm and develop new innovative products ▫ Work with overseas offices to develop products ▫ Sketch and 3d Model products for overseas development ▫ Execute Spec Packs Helped to establish private brands such as: Jcpenney- Linden Street Jcpenney- Artesia Jcpenney- Cindy Crawford Style
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Education
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2005 - 2007
Art Institute of Philadelphia
Bachelors, Industrial Design
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