Brian Laible
Phone: 919-***-****
Email: *********@*****.***
SALES, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE
Technically sophisticated and business-savvy management professional with a career reflecting strong leadership and vision. A track record of aggressive forward thinking, coupled with conservative fiscal stewardship. History showing the ability to build and manage creative, highly-energized, focused teams.
Startup/Product Launch Strategy, Sales, Market Strategy Development, Contract Negotiation, Budget Management, Project Management, Production Planning and Forecasting.
PRTI, Inc Raleigh, NC
FOUNDER/EX VP BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT 2012- present
Introduced an environmentally safe technology into the US. Transformed an existing Italian technology into an essential, acceptable solution to the used tire disposal crisis, in North America (N.A.).
Negotiated the N. A. non-royalty rights to the patented disposal process and obtained 20% of the technological rights, through ownership in the world PCT patent. Coordinated the purchase, dismantling and shipping of the existing production equipment to the US.
Developed and executed the funding strategy that resulted in $10M in private investment funding for the building and operational support of the first U. S. plant.
Introduced two international tire manufactures to the process, negotiated and executed factory feedstock agreements that would utilize over 90% of the factory’s initial capacity, before completion of the initial plant.
Responsible for the day-to-day operations and managing investor relations.
VORTEX MARKETING, INC. Raleigh, NC
FOUNDER 2003-2013
Sales and Business Development consulting firm. Maintained lending license for residential construction loans and permanent mortgages, through Primary Residential Mortgage.
Developed marketing and sales opportunities with independent and regional building groups. Increased mortgage sales volume year after year.
Sourced land for development projects and introduced builders to the properties.
Consulted with multiple start-up companies. Helped develop market strategies for products and services offered.
Provided market research on the viability of the business ideas. Prepared operating budgets.
Developed sales tools and introductions to potential vendors.
Instituted quality business practices and sound financial direction to companies and their owners.
Provided initial sales of products or services and developed sales program. Hired initial personnel.
ADVANCED COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY TRAINING Timonium, MD
GENERAL MANAGER
Developed the sales, marketing, and compensation plans, while managing the first franchised company store.
Assisted the franchisor in developing and implementing a computer training program for a multi-unit franchise expansion.
Provided market research on existing competitors and assisted in evaluating and developing a new business plan for the upcoming expansion plan. Established the franchise operational handbooks to ensure consistent practices throughout the franchise network.
Builder/Developer Rochester, NY/Raleigh, NC
OWNER
Residential and Commercial construction, focusing on redevelopment of inner-city properties.
Worked with the Mayor of Rochester on the redevelopment plan for vacant inner city houses.
Redeveloped homes and commercial properties that were abandoned or scheduled for demolition.
Develop marketing and sales plans for residential and commercial building, resulting in over $5M in annual sales in 2 years.
Oversaw the project management for city and state acquired contracts.
Developed residential housing tracks for self and outside builders.
Education
BS Business Management, Nazareth College of Rochester
Associations
Special Olympics
ACG- Association for Corporate Growth
NORA- An Association of Responsible Recyclers
PRTI Board Member
ASTM Committee Member for D11, D11.2 Rubber and Rubber-Like Products