2016 – Present

Over the past decade, I’ve founded and operated several businesses in response to changing markets, focused on asset-based sales, service, and logistics.

These ventures have included trailer sales and service, used vehicle operations, portable buildings, transportation and relocation services, repossession and recovery work, and marine sales and repair. Across these businesses, I’ve remained directly responsible for sales strategy, staffing, vendor relationships, logistics coordination, pricing, and day-to-day operations.

This period reinforced the importance of adaptability, disciplined execution, and steady leadership in environments where conditions change quickly and decisions carry real consequences.

2016 – 2020

Following the acquisition of Misty Harbor Pontoon Boats, I served as a regional sales representative covering territory from Maine to the Florida Keys.

In this role, I managed dealer relationships, expanded regional distribution, and supported retail sales efforts across a diverse geographic footprint. I also helped launch a private-label manufacturing partnership that generated premium-margin revenue and expanded national reach.

To support territory and national fulfillment, I established a transport operation focused on logistics coordination and reliable delivery. Industry conditions shifted significantly during COVID, leading to the elimination of the independent representative model across the sector.

2012 – 2016

As Director of Sales & Marketing for a pontoon boat manufacturing company, I led national sales strategy across seven independent territories.

I established regional sales goals, hired and trained representatives using consistent market analysis frameworks with well defined expectations and performance evaluations, and created structured feedback loops between dealers, sales teams, and product development. With limited internal marketing budgets, I pursued co-op partnerships with engine and component manufacturers to fund brand relaunch efforts across web, print, and social media channels. I co-produced an eight episode television program that introduced select dealers in their waterways featuring our products.

These efforts resulted in greater than 235% unit sales growth, materially increased company valuation, and contributed to a successful sale of the business by private owners.

2000 – 2012

Earlier in my career, I served in executive leadership roles overseeing large nonprofit organizations with significant staff and budget responsibility.

In my final role, I led a 1,000-member organization, supervised 17 staff, and managed a $1 million annual budget.  Built collaborative, high-performing groups through clear communication, role alignment, and motivational leadership, ensuring efficient execution of initiatives and measurable outcomes in a mission-driven environment. Responsibilities included strategic planning, staff development, performance evaluation, and financial oversight.

These roles strengthened my leadership foundation and reinforced the importance of clear communication, alignment, and consistency—particularly during periods of growth and transition.

1991 – 2000

I began my career working directly with purchasing agents and R&D teams at Fortune 500 food manufacturers, including H.J. Heinz, Stouffer’s, and Weight Watchers, supporting processed poultry product needs.

This role required close coordination between customer requirements, vendor capabilities, and logistics execution. I served as a primary point of contact between customers and multiple producers, aligning product development, production capacity, and just-in-time delivery schedules.

Through disciplined account management and relationship-driven sales, the business grew greater than 300% during this period.

Across roles and industries, I’ve been trusted with people, resources, and outcomes. My experience has shaped a steady, practical leadership style grounded in accountability, clear communication, and follow-through.

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