Ken Miner: Executive Leader | Business Operations | Strategic Planning in Denver, Colorado

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Ken Miner

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Executive Leader | Business Operations | Strategic Planning
Denver | US
Skills
  • Business Analysis
  • Financial Analysis
  • Strategic Vision
  • Relationship Building
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
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Industries
Bike
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Outdoor
Snow
Golf
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Work experience
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Metsa Machines LLC

Managing Director, North America | 10/2023 - Current

Lead European import and North American distribution company with full P&L responsibilities focusing on forestry, agriculture, outdoor power sports, mobility, and outdoor recreation • Report and collaborate weekly with CEO, CFO, and staff on state of the business • Reduced expenses by 65% this fiscal year over last fiscal year • Increased gross profitably 27% on average across all product lines YTD • Improved relationships with manufacturers resulting in increased supply chain efficiencies • Retain, hire, and coach employees across all job categories • Organized warehouse and yard operations improving morale among employees • Instituted standard operating procedures improving quality and reducing service calls by 50% • Applied accounting and inventory controls to reduce miscellaneous expenses by $300k in 2024 • Execute ongoing SWOT analysis improving Metsa position in the firewood industry • Performed detailed forecasting and cash flow analysis on $5 million worth of booking orders • Lead and oversee domestic and international trade shows • Implement dealer development, training, and retention programs increasing dealer count by 15%
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Honbike

Managing Director, US | 01/2022 - 09/2023

Set up and executed US business, overseeing operations, budgeting, forecasting, ordering, P&L, inventory, HR, legal, and accounting • Initiated IndieGoGo campaign for the US generating over $500,000 in revenue • Negotiated contracts with Best Buy worth over $5 million annually • Established $10 million in product liability insurance to allow sales to big box retailers • Oversaw the 18,000-unit, $4.5 million acquisition of Bird NA ebikes • Built sales plans to achieve $14.4 million in gross revenue on acquired Bird NA ebikes • Conducted financial and market analyses • Created three-year sales, marketing, budget, and operational plans • Coordinated product road map for US to achieve $20 million in first year gross sales • Developed multi-channel sales approach targeting traditional and non-traditional segments • Prepared hiring, management, and personnel growth plans • Reported health of the business twice monthly to Leadership team in China
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FANTIC MOTOR S.P.A.

General Manager | 02/2019 - 01/2022

Headed Fantic USA global brand strategy in US overseeing all business operations, management, forecasting, P&L, banking, staffing, marketing, sales, and support • Built a US organization and oversaw $8 million in annual gross revenue • Increased gross revenue by 30% annually • Developed US-specific marketing impact and social media strategy • Streamlined supply chain and service response saving over $100k over three years • Negotiated $250k tax incentive program moving US HQ from California to Colorado • Hired, trained, and coached 12 independent individuals and agencies for the US market • Represented Fantic USA as member of the main US bike lobbying group, People for Bikes • Presented to local, state, and federal land managers on ebike policy initiatives • Reported annually at Fantic HQ in Italy, to board of directors on planning, goals, and results • Held monthly online meetings with C-suite team in Italy
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Outdoor and consumer product goods

Outdoor Industry Consultant | 05/2018 - 02/2019

Assisted various start up companies in: • Go to market • Grow existing business • Risk Management • Financial Analysis • New Business Development • Sales Management • Expanding brand recognition • Streamlining supply chain, organizing product development, and assisting in process improvement
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Haibike USA

Director of Sales/General Manager, North America | 04/2015 - 05/2018

Oversaw and managed all business operations, staff, and projects in North America, aligning with global strategic goals and financial targets • Coordinated with German product development team to design bikes for the North American market • Increased unit sales by 333%, dollar sales by 218%, and gross profit by 259% over 3 years • Developed $20 million three-year budget and strategic business plan • Hired, directed, and coached 16 individuals across US & Canada, including inter-office personnel, factory reps, and independent reps and agencies • Ordered and controlled $15 million in annual inventory • Negotiated $500k contract with Colorado Economic Development Board to move Haibike from Washington to Colorado • Led efforts with local nonprofits and state legislators to successfully establish laws supporting ebikes • Invited to speak to bicycle trade groups such as: Bicycle Colorado, People for Bikes, and Bicycle Products Suppliers Association • Worked directly with C-suite in Germany presenting quarterly reports
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Mahindra GenZe

E-Bike Category Sales Manager | 10/2014 - 04/2015

• Responsible for managing the selling and promotion of the GenZe E-bike and accessory items across North America • Achieved sales goals on monthly and quarterly basis • Managed a network of retail partners opening new sales channels • Worked with C-suite staff to ensure products were delivered according to brand positioning • Acted as the voice of GenZe to industry partners, dealers, and consumers • Coordinated with event staff to show products at retailer, trade, and industry events • Traveled domestically and internationally as part of sales development • Participated with Head of Merchandising to plan and select accessory assortments • Built and managed an team of independent sales representative and agencies • Implemented and maintained Salesforce CRM
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365 Sports, llc

Founder, Independent Sales Representative | 07/2004 - 10/2014

• Built a company and territory with total sales exceeding $1.5 million in the cycling, running, and outdoor markets, meeting all sales objectives and expectations • Represented Ecco Shoes, Louis Garneau, and other major manufacturers • Organized and grew multiple consumer product goods in cycling apparel, soft and hard goods, and accessories • Returned Loius Garneau sales region into a growing market with gross revenue exceeding $700,000 annually in less than two years • Ranked top three sales reps for Louis Garneau yearly • Held weekly planning and reconciliation meetings with The Sports Authority and Cabella’s • Pioneered start-up and emerging product brands including Trailhead hats, Valdora Cycles, Nineteen wetsuits, Compex Stimulators, Kahtoola snow traction • Hired and managed seven independent sub-reps
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BMC Switzerland

Sales Manager, Rocky Mountains & Southwest | 10/2011 - 01/2014

• Directed a $10 million bicycle sales operations for a ten-state region, maximizing growth, revenue, and profit for both BMC and retailers • Grew BMC revenue by 30% annually and doubled BMC territory dealer base over three years • Led initiatives to expand territory while increasing gross revenue three-fold • Identified prospects, prepared, and delivered new dealer proposals focused on business and growth plans • Developed and managed expenses, budgets, and forecasts • Increased sell through and brand presence at the retail shop level • Coordinated and delivered retail staff training, consumer night events, and onsite demos • Planned and executed national and regional events, including athlete coordination, media interviews, and logistics
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Jarden Team Sports

Account Executive | 03/2008 - 09/2008

• Managed all aspects of The Sports Authority account by developing and implementing sales strategiesthat promoted the sale and sell through of all Rawlings brands including deBeer, K2 Novelty • Worked closely with The Sports Authority DMM, Buyers, and Planners to establish appropriate salesgoals based on sales history analysis and projected sales trends • Met regularly with Jarden/Rawlings sales management to review sales data and account management • Worked closely with Jarden/Rawlings departments to coordinate product presentations and provideinformation on technical aspects of product including design and materials • Worked closely with The Sports Authority DMM, Buyers, and Planners to establish appropriate sales goals based on sales history analysis and projected sales trends • Met regularly with Jarden/Rawlings sales management to review sales data and account management • Worked closely with Jarden/Rawlings departments to coordinate product presentations and provide information on technical aspects of product including design and materials
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McKesson Provider Technologies

Training Instructor | 01/2007 - 11/2007

• Designed and developed complex product application and technical curriculum as well as soft andhard skills training for customer support employees. • Developed product specific certification programs for over fifteen McKesson Products. • Introduced multimedia, distance learning training program to McKesson allowing immediate reductionin travel with increased training and positive customer service reviews. • Created training plan for each McKesson Clinical Support department across the United States. • Wrote quarterly and yearly training goals and plans for McKesson’s Clinical Support Division • Presented monthly New Hire Training for all new McKesson Provider Technology employees
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