David Ritchie: Co-Owner in Long Beach, CA

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David Ritchie

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Co-Owner
Long Beach | United States
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Interests
Coffee
Comics
Skateboards
Grandmother stover's
Industries
Skate
Work experience
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Secret Headquarters

Co-Owner | 08/2005 - Current

* Co-founding a successful venture encompassing a comic book shop, art gallery, and independent publishing house * Spearheading collaborative efforts with business partner to curate a diverse range of branded products * Skillfully overseeing the sourcing and production processes of all branded merchandise * Efficiently coordinating and executing engaging art openings and events * Actively collaborating with talented artists to conceptualize and produce an array of compelling publications * Co-founding a successful venture encompassing a comic book shop, art gallery, and independent publishing house * Spearheading collaborative efforts with business partner to curate a diverse range of branded products * Skillfully overseeing the sourcing and production processes of all branded merchandise * Efficiently coordinating and executing engaging art openings and events * Actively collaborating with talented artists to conceptualize and produce an array of compelling publications
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Rubbish Rubbish

Owner | 01/2012 - Current

* Oversaw and effectively managed in-house skateboard silkscreen production * Successfully coordinated and supervised outsourced hard goods production * Demonstrated expertise in product creation, sourcing, and development across diverse product categories * Recruited and skillfully managed a team of freelance designers * Actively traveled overseas to meticulously source, develop, and maintain quality control for products * Fostered and maintained strong vendor relationships * Collaborated closely with vendors to achieve target margins
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Santa Monica Airlines

Product Creation | 01/2017 - 02/2023

* Efficiently liaised with vendors to ensure impeccable quality standards and timely production delivery * Managed diverse production orders to optimize operational efficiency * Collaborated with brand stakeholders to craft and curate seasonal product assortment * Demonstrated expertise in developing and sourcing hardgoods to meet brand standards * Skillfully negotiated with vendors, securing favorable terms to achieve target margins * Successfully drove sales through strategic initiatives and calculated marketing efforts
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Prime Wood Products, INC

General Manager | 01/2005 - 01/2009

* Oversaw the comprehensive management of skateboard production, maintaining high-quality standards and meeting production targets within defined timelines * Developed and implemented innovative pricing and sales strategies, resulting in substantial revenue growth and market expansion * Proactively recruited and skillfully managed a team of highly talented freelance designers, fostering a collaborative and motivated work environment * Spearheaded the management of key accounts, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and cultivating long-term business relationships
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Dwindle Distribution

Brand Manager | 01/2001 - 01/2003

* Creation of marketing campaign and seasonal catalogs * Product creation for POP items (inception - production) * Team Management * Recruit and manage freelance designers * Management/coordination of promotional events * Management/coordination of trade shows * Product placement * Maintain international distributor relations * Conduct market research analysis
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