Myron Welik
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Entrepreneurial Executive Whose Major Expertise is in Identifying &
Marketing Innovative Business Ideas,
Creating Sales and Marketing Opportunities, and Spearheading Joint
Corporate Partnerships to Increase Revenues
PROFILE:
. Proactive and driven Sales, Marketing, Business Development and out-
of-the-box Entrepreneurial professional whose unique
talent is being the catalyst in identifying innovative R&D and
achieving business success.
. Well connected with Retail Executives Worldwide which will increase
company's sales volume.
. Successfully forged relationships with world renowned brands from
diverse industries including Food Retail and Distribution
Outlets, Hotels, Restaurant Caterers, Sports organizations, Global
Running Shoe companies, Spas, International Retailers, and
Media and Entertainment companies.
. Meticulous in initiating planning roadmaps to accomplish corporate
short-term and long-term goals.
. Talent to connect with the Right Players to Expedite Business
Opportunities regardless of corporate size.
Languages: English, French
KEY STRENGTHS
? Visionary ? Strategic Business Development & Planning ?
Exceptional Out-of-the Box Marketer & Promoter
? Bottom-Line Oriented ? Developing Talent ? Innovative
Technology Applications
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
. Successfully adapted expertise in marketing, business development, and
entrepreneurial sales to the food industry which
demonstrates an ability to successfully transfer these skills to other
industries.
. Conceived, initiated and helped expedite the negotiation between
Midway Industries and the global iconic brand,
Everlast, which resulted in Midway Industries acquiring the exclusive
rights for Canada for their accessories products.
. Initiated and served as catalyst in marketing, branding and bringing
together super model Heidi Klum and New Balance that resulted in the
initiation of the HKNB brand including HKNB apparel and running shoes
which generated almost $2 million in sales after 1 year on Amazon.com.
. Successfully identified correct contact, sourced manufacturer, and
created a gift set, which resulted in an appearance
on television and selling opportunity on The Home Shopping Network that
has over 75 million viewers.
. Recently donated over 1,100 copies of my book, "Snapshots of Heaven"
to Newtown, Connecticut, where the unspeakable
tragedy involving children occurred in 2012.
. Cold called and successfully organized high level meeting between
Majestic owners and CEO of Hudson's Bay (Canada's
premiere Department Store), which resulted in $750,000 in sales in the
first year.
. Secured exclusive production and development of ESPN's "X-Games" brand
for Forzani Group which represented $2.5 million
in Sales.
. As Divisional VP of world recognized brand "Post No Bills (PNB)",
achieved sales volume close to $3 million within 2 years.
. Established PNB North American Sales Network of Sales
Representatives to increase retail sales and brand exposure.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
ABU LAFIA PITA, Montreal, Quebec
2012-2013
Director
One of the best known, respected and established pita brands
. Key person responsible for driving sales to existing and new
clientele.
. Initiated and executed alternative distribution channels and sales
agencies which previously did not exist.
. Executed new revenue opportunities which enabled strong growth
opportunities.
. Worked on developing one of the first gluten-free pita products in
the marketplace.
. Oversaw all aspects of the business including general office
management, marketing, production, warehousing, sales,
business development, and expanding a variety of new products.
. Managed every area of Human Resources including recruiting,
interviewing, hiring and overseeing all staff.
. Ensured that product production equipment was regularly maintained
and in proper working order.
Myron Welik
MAJESTIC MILLS, Montreal, Quebec
2008-2012
Manufacturer of ladies and men's apparel that sells to mid and top tier
retailers and brands worldwide.
North American Sales Director and Business Developer
. Responsible for opening new accounts largely in the United States:
o Successfully opened up Bloomingdales, Neiman Marcus, Guess,
Levis, Saks Fifth Avenue as well as others via cold calling.
. Brought added value to HKNB and identified HK for a licensed eyeglass
opportunity with SAFILO, one of the world's largest
Eyeglass manufacturers.
RUNNERS INTERNATIONAL, Montreal, Quebec May -
November 2008
Runners International is an importer of women's apparel
Sales Executive
. Target USA: Initiated and accepted Vendor application.
. Sears / Kmart USA: Secured vendor #, necessary in order to sell this
major retailer.
. Sales and developed relationships throughout North America and Europe.
. Initiated innovative marketing programs.
ADORABLE KIDS, St. Laurent, Quebec
2006 - 2008
Adorable Kids Inc is an importer of licensed children sleepwear.
Marketing Sales Director
. Sales with major retailers in both Canada and USA.
. Promoted my book on over 75 radio stations in USA and Canada. Appeared
on TV in Toronto and Montreal.
SNAPSHOTS of HEAVEN, by Michael Wells (Pen Name)
2005
Self- published and Author
. Sold over 10,000 copies of book.
. Established web site: www.snapshotsofheaven.com.
. Le Dauphin Blanc: Published French edition in 2007.
JCORP INC., Montreal, Quebec
2002 - 2006
Importer of Apparel and Accessories
Sales and Marketing V.P.
. Key person responsible for selling substantial volumes of company's
unsold inventory, which resulted in recouping
substantial amounts of revenue and opening up significant physical space
for new products.
BELLE INTERNATIONAL INC., Montreal, Quebec
1985 - 2002
Belle International Inc was a ladies apparel manufacturer specializing in
maternity and plus sizes throughout North America.
President and CEO
. Start-up grew to $25 million Sales volume.
. Sales in U.S. and Canada.
. Merchandising and Marketing.
. Set-up production systems.
Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, McGill University, Montreal, QC
DEC, Loyola CEGEP, Montreal, QC