Brian Jablon Calabasas, California • 818.621.9322 • brianjablon@me.

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Senior Executive
Strategic senior level executive with domestic and international business experience. Proficient in defining,
achieving, and exceeding objectives and building cross-functional teams. Skilled at strengthening business
performance by leading and improving operations in small to mid-sized companies. Strong record of success
developing and orchestrating national product and marketing initiatives in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
Determined confident leader with vision, acute business acumen and expertise in increasing profitability. Detail-
oriented, critical thinker with exemplary management and communication skills. Entrepreneurial mentality with
ambition and a strong resolve for success. Solid history of proficiency in strategic planning and executing global
business initiatives, marketing, and sales.

Areas of Core Competencies

 Long-term business planning and execution
 Key account development
 International product sourcing (Asia & Europe)
 Problem Solver, translating vision into
executable plans
 Staff development and building of cross
functional teams
 P&L and Budget Management
 Excellent negotiation skills
 Exemplary Customer Service Acumen

Professional Experience

Director of Operations (Consultant) The Fineman Suarez Team, Marina del Rey, CA (1/18 – 4/18)

Consulting project to assist a well-established Real Estate company with identifying inefficiencies and “pain points”.
Identified several areas in need of systems, procedures and operating protocols to insure continued growth and
improve operating efficiencies as well as increase margins. Implemented several new programs, systems and software
programs. Additionally, interviewed and hired 3 new RE agents as well as a Director of Marketing, Senior Client Care
Manager and Executive Administrator. Completed project within the 90 day agreed upon timeline.

Interim COO (Consultant) Phyx – Los Angeles, Ca (2017-2018)

Assisted new start up with all functions of a first to market mobile APP for Chiropractic & Massage Therapy
I was intimately involved in all operational aspects of this start up from projections to establishing all
protocols insuring operational excellence. Personally established all operating budgets and
operating procedures. Assisted in “pitch” presentations to outside tech investors.
Executive Vice President, Standard Sales, Inc. & Pacific Play Tents, Inc. – Los Angeles, CA (1998 to 2017)
Directed all day-to-day operations. Identified and opened new distributions centers, implemented new ERP system
and identified and secured new fiber optic communications systems. Responsible for all marketing, packaging, and
brand identity (3 distinctive changes in 18 years). Secured and built key national accounts including Amazon,
Walmart, Target, etc. Full P&L responsibility (25 million annual budget)
 Expanded sales 150%
 Reduced Workers Compensation costs by 35% (lowered mod rate from 160 to 75)
 Streamlined workflow, eliminated redundancy and reduced overhead costs
 Increased gross margins from 28% to 40%
Division President, Blink Designs, Inc. – Los Angeles, CA & Melville, NY (1993 to 1998)
Division President of leading international eyewear company. Responsible for all day-to-day operations, product
development & sourcing, P&L, and MRP systems. Oversaw sales and marketing and domestic and international
distribution.
 Start-up division – grew sales from 0 to $5,000,000 in 3 years.
 Directed business processes from conceptualization through end-user delivery.
 Managed day-to-day development issues.
 Reconciled business and creative needs.

Education
UCLA – Los Angeles, CA - Business Administration
LACC – Los Angeles, CA - Ophthalmic Optics

References
Personal and professional references are available upon request