James Eric Wood Dossier_0515

James Eric Wood 616.780.5534 | [email protected] | www.linkedin.com/in/jamesericwood1

Global Marketing and Sales Leader: VP or Director Level

15+ years of experience in designing and launching high-‐ROI marketing strategies for multinational companies in the CPG, beauty, and retail industries.

Motivational Leadership: Passionate about inspiring employees to deliver top performance and increase profits by focusing on overall company goals. Develop staff through training, career planning, and coaching/mentoring. Use positive leadership style to direct multicultural/regional marketing and operations teams. Sales/Marketing Strategies: Proven track record of results includes doubling sales of an established brand and increasing incremental sales of a product by 50%. Background in developing innovative short-‐ and long-‐term strategies and penetrating new markets for businesses, categories, and brands ranging from $20M to $1B+.

International Focus: Extensive experience in leading cross-‐cultural teams across Europe, Asia, and North America. History of building relationships with vendors and affiliates around the world. MBA in International Business.

Select Areas of Expertise Talent Development – Cross-‐Functional Team Leadership – Strategic Planning – Financial Management – Training

Vendor Relations – Negotiations – Market Analysis – Competitive Intelligence – Integrated Marketing Campaigns Marketing Operations – Communications Strategies – Product Development – New Market Penetration

Digital Marketing – Online Marketing – Global Mobile Marketing – Global Social Media Marketing Channel Strategies – Product Marketing – Packaging – Category Sales

“Jim’s natural enthusiasm is catchy, making people want to be a part of his initiatives.”

– Feedback from 360-‐degree review

Professional Experience J.W. Business Consulting, August 2014 -‐ Present Brand Management & Business Solutions Consultant Sabbatical, August 2013 – July 2014 Amway Corporation, Ada, Michigan Private, multibillion-‐dollar company manufacturing/selling health, beauty, and home care products in 80 countries. Manager, Global Sales and Marketing, 2007 – 2013 Drove global product sales, online engagement, and product loyalty by formulating/directing interactive digital marketing strategies and web market research branding initiatives. Built comprehensive ethnographic and competitive business strategy to meet needs of consumers in various geographic markets. Managed P&L.

• Ranked in top 10% of company employees every year of tenure. • Doubled category sales of home care products by developing/launching 5-‐year strategic and tactical plans. • Dramatically increased revenue by launching 2,800 SKUs in 34 markets throughout Europe and Asia. • Incrementally increased Feature Makeup category sales 50% by targeting new demographic and penetrating new

global region. • Promoted new line of color cosmetics by partnering with celebrity makeup artists during London Fashion Week and

a subsequent European press tour throughout London, Paris, and Stockholm. • Established Corporate Marketing’s new Digital Brand Experience department, and standardized staff career plans

and salary ranges. • Increased sales of established skincare brand 100% by reformulating/repackaging highly regulated product and

penetrating new markets in Europe and North America. • Spearheaded effort to redesign global site by overseeing efforts of Razorfish, an interactive agency; managed 5-‐

figure weekly spend with firm.

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Senior Brand Manager, Global Sales and Marketing, 2003 – 2007 Charged with developing short-‐ and long-‐range strategic plans by evaluating market trends and financial forecasts. Led internal team and external agencies, managing up to 20 global direct and indirect reports. Advised affiliates on industry developments and investment strategies. Positioned affiliates for success by customizing needs to local markets, advising on industry developments, and proposing investment strategies.

• Cut 5-‐figures in expenses by eliminating 50 unnecessary trademarks. • Produced comprehensive guide to maintain consistent messaging around the world and across a variety of

communication channels. Brand Manager, 2001 – 2003 Associate Brand Manager, 2000 – 2001 Cultivated solid relationships with affiliates based in Europe, Asia, and North America and internal operations/manufacturing staff.

• Played key role in reducing unnecessary costs and increasing efficiency by obtaining leadership approval to discontinue 60 underperforming products.

• Saved millions of dollars by launching series of operational efficiencies. • Drove 8-‐figure growth by developing 11 new products for global rollout, each with a profit margin of 50% or

greater; elevated profitability 3.7% on millions of dollars in revenue. Product Manager, Corporate Marketing, 1999 – 2000 Directed cross-‐functional teams during home care product development process, with brands generating $100M/revenue. Supported affiliates in 52 markets by providing guidance on promotional plans, product use, and troubleshooting.

Forecasting and Planning Analyst II, Personal Shopper Catalog Division, 1996 – 1999 Analyzed/developed forecasts to guide purchase order process and maintain profitable inventory levels. Managed vendor relations as well as SKU performance and selection. Facilitated communication between cross-‐functional, operational teams.

Earlier Experience Merchandise Manager/Commissioned Sales Representative for various locations of JCPenney department stores. Conceptualized, developed, and implemented multi-‐channel marketing and promotional campaigns to drive product sales. Managed, trained, and coached 40 direct reports. Functioned as Buyer for apparel, shoes, and luggage.

Education Master of Business Administration (MBA), International Business, 2000 Studied Abroad: Hong Kong, Mainland China, Malaysia, Singapore Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan Bachelor of Arts (BA), Marketing, 1993 Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

Of Note American Marketing Association, Member European Marketing Academy, Member

“Jim is very supportive of his staff and has a tremendous motivating effect with them.” – Michael Edwards, VP Global Brands, Amway Corporation

How I add Value James Wood

international audiences. By leveraging these strengths, I have played a key role in increasing revenue for multinational retail companies.

With a marketing leadership career that includes annually ranking in the top 10% of employees, I am now looking for my next challenge.

I DRIVE RESULTS.

Build world-class teamsDevelop international opportunities

Proven historical performance with strong transferable skills that transcend industry will deliver value to all stakeholders, including; the organization, human assets and

year, through innovation, competitive knowledge and developing strong, highly

Skills: Business Planning P&L, Long-range Planning, Cross-Cultural Team Leadership

Respect, Trust, Enterprise commitment & alignment to short and long-term organizational objectives, authority to make decisions without recall, growth potential

Values: Development of human assets, Variety, Risk taking

CAREER VALUESRecognition commensurate to achievementsAutonomy

LEADERSHIP PROFILEListenMentorMotivate

I bring new ideas and thinking to life by focusing on the customers needs through motivated teams who love to work in a trusting environment of expression and reaching their potential

Skills: Strong Intuition, Charismatic, Develop creative solutions

TARGET COMPANYCulture that thrives onTaking RisksBeing Inquisitive & adventurous

A company who values investment in people, holds its customer experience at the forefront of all business decisions, has a premium positioning with a creative and fun component that strives to exceed its customers expectations at all touch points.

Skills: Discovering and fostering human potential, ultimately delivering extraordinary

PERSONALITYDISC: Dominate IMyers-Briggs : ENFPStrength Finders: Arranger, Strategic, Achiever

In practice, my personalilty is warm and enthusiastic. I am very passionate and excitedabout life and this enthusiasm drives my ability to inspire and motivate others. With a

problems and Faced with any given scenario, I can quickly spot the relevant patternsand issues and develop a plan of action. My priorities are taking action, collaboration,and expressing enthusiasm

At a glance

Mobile: 616.780.5534 Email: [email protected] Website: www.linkedin.com/in/jamesewood Address: 3248 bentwood dr se, grand rapids, MI 49546

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James Eric Wood 616.780.5534 | [email protected] | www.linkedin.com/in/jamesericwood1

Global Marke3ng and Sales Leader: VP or Director Level

15+ years of experience in designing and launching high-‐ROI marke<ng strategies for mul<na<onal companies in the CPG, beauty, and retail industries.

Mo3va3onal Leadership: Passionate about inspiring employees to deliver top performance and increase profits by focusing on overall company goals. Develop staff through training, career planning, and coaching/mentoring. Use posiKve leadership style to direct mulKcultural/regional markeKng and operaKons teams. Sales/Marke3ng Strategies: Proven track record of results includes doubling sales of an established brand and increasing incremental sales of a product by 50%. Background in developing innovaKve short-‐ and long-‐term strategies and penetraKng new markets for businesses, categories, and brands ranging from $20M to $1B+.

Interna3onal Focus: Extensive experience in leading cross-‐cultural teams across Europe, Asia, and North America. History of building relaKonships with vendors and affiliates around the world. MBA in InternaKonal Business.

Select Areas of Exper3se Talent Development – Cross-‐FuncKonal Team Leadership – Strategic Planning – Financial Management – Training

Vendor RelaKons – NegoKaKons – Market Analysis – CompeKKve Intelligence – Integrated MarkeKng Campaigns MarkeKng OperaKons – CommunicaKons Strategies – Product Development – New Market PenetraKon

Digital MarkeKng – Online MarkeKng – Global Mobile MarkeKng – Global Social Media MarkeKng Channel Strategies – Product MarkeKng – Product Launches – Packaging – Category Sales

“Jim’s natural enthusiasm is catchy, making people want to be a part of his ini3a3ves.” – Feedback from 360-‐degree review

Professional Experience Sabba3cal, 2013 – Present

Amway Corpora3on, Ada, Michigan Private, mulKbillion-‐dollar company manufacturing/selling health, beauty, and home care products in 80 countries. Manager, Global Sales and Marke3ng, 2007 – 2013 Drove global product sales, online engagement, and product loyalty by formulaKng/direcKng interacKve digital markeKng strategies and web market research branding iniKaKves. Built comprehensive ethnographic and compeKKve business strategy to meet needs of consumers in various geographic markets. Managed P&L.

✓ Ranked in top 10% of company employees every year of tenure. ✓ Doubled category sales of home care products by developing/launching 5-‐year strategic and tacKcal plans. ✓ Drama3cally increased revenue by launching 2,800 SKUs in 34 markets throughout Europe and Asia. ✓ Incrementally increased Feature Makeup category sales 50% by targeKng new demographic and penetraKng new

global region. ✓ Promoted new line of color cosmeKcs by partnering with celebrity makeup arKsts during London Fashion Week

and a subsequent European press tour throughout London, Paris, and Stockholm. ✓ Established Corporate Marke3ng’s new Digital Brand Experience department, and standardized staff career plans

and salary ranges. ✓ Increased sales of established skincare brand 100% by reformulaKng/repackaging highly regulated product and

penetraKng new markets in Europe and North America. ✓ Spearheaded effort to redesign global site by overseeing efforts of Razorfish, an interacKve agency; managed 5-‐

figure weekly spend with firm.

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Senior Brand Manager, Global Sales and Marke3ng, 2003 – 2007 Charged with developing short-‐ and long-‐range strategic plans by evaluaKng market trends and financial forecasts. Led internal team and external agencies, managing up to 20 global direct and indirect reports. Advised affiliates on industry developments and investment strategies. PosiKoned affiliates for success by customizing needs to local markets, advising on industry developments, and proposing investment strategies.

✓ Cut 5-‐figures in expenses by eliminaKng 50 unnecessary trademarks. ✓ Produced comprehensive guide to maintain consistent messaging around the world and across a variety of

communicaKon channels.

Brand Manager, 2001 – 2003 Associate Brand Manager, 2000 – 2001 CulKvated solid relaKonships with affiliates based in Europe, Asia, and North America and internal operaKons/manufacturing staff.

✓ Played key role in reducing unnecessary costs and increasing efficiency by obtaining leadership approval to disconKnue 60 underperforming products.

✓ Saved millions of dollars by launching series of operaKonal efficiencies. ✓ Drove 8-‐figure growth by developing 11 new products for global rollout, each with a profit margin of 50% or

greater; elevated profitability 3.7% on millions of dollars in revenue.

Product Manager, Corporate Marke3ng, 1999 – 2000 Directed cross-‐funcKonal teams during home care product development process, with brands generaKng $100M/revenue. Supported affiliates in 52 markets by providing guidance on promoKonal plans, product use, and troubleshooKng.

Forecas3ng and Planning Analyst II, Personal Shopper Catalog Division, 1996 – 1999 Analyzed/developed forecasts to guide purchase order process and maintain profitable inventory levels. Managed vendor relaKons as well as SKU performance and selecKon. Facilitated communicaKon between cross-‐funcKonal, operaKonal teams.

Earlier Experience Merchandise Manager/Commissioned Sales Representa3ve for various locaKons of JCPenney department stores. Conceptualized, developed, and implemented mulK-‐channel markeKng and promoKonal campaigns to drive product sales. Managed, trained, and coached 40 direct reports. FuncKoned as Buyer for apparel, shoes, and luggage.

Educa3on Master of Business Administra3on (MBA), Interna3onal Business, 2000 Studied Abroad: Hong Kong, Mainland China, Malaysia, Singapore Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Marke3ng, 1993 Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

Of Note American Marke3ng Associa3on, Member European Marke3ng Academy, Member

“Jim is very suppor.ve of his staff and has a tremendous mo.va.ng effect with them.” – Michael Edwards, VP Global Brands, Amway Corpora.on

�Color Cosmetics

�James Wood

WORK EXAMPLECASE STUDY

SITUATION: Develop pipeline of new E. Funkhouser New York™ color cosmetic products and manage portfolio; improve profit margin.

Led cross-functional team of product development, supply chain, and global sales/marketing professionals in increasing speed to market, reducing quality issues, and negotiating cost of goods. Identified strong contract manufacturing partners, reduced number of core team members, and increased accountability to improve agility and decision-making process. Sponsored European press tour in Paris, London, and Stockholm, and joined by celebrity makeup artist; also, promoted products through London Fashion Week. Worked closely with Eddie Funkhouser.

CHALLENGE: Build trust with affiliates through product delivery/promotional support.Global affiliates were not convinced that Amway corporate headquarters would be capable of delivering quality products within their required time frame. Affiliates also felt that headquarters did not equip them with relevant promotional support for their local customers.

OBJECTIVES: • Increase portfolio profitability by introducing new products and eliminating unprofitable SKUs. • Collaborate with vendors to build collections that meet brand objectives, affiliate expectations, and

profitability targets. • Create promotional best practices for affiliates.

STRATEGY: • Analyzed portfolio and provided recommendations; developed category reviews for each collection. • Spearheaded onsite meetings in Europe and Japan to identify affiliate support and communication

needs. • Introduced strategy for strengthening relationships with global affiliates by communicating product

development updates each week.

RESULTS: Exceeded Objectives For Increasing Sales, Improving Profitability, And Generating Interest In New Products.

• Realized highest overall collection margin to date for E. Funkhouser New York™ brand; launched 2,800 product SKUs in 34 international markets, producing $33M in revenue.

• Reversed decline of financial returns by reducing total SKU count, developing operational efficiencies, and decreasing cost of goods; attained 13% Net Present Value on corporate investment.

• Drove 50% increase in Feature Makeup category sales.

REFERENCE: Marisa Grossnickle [email protected]

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT & BRAND DEVELOPMENT








�Global Franchise Re-Stage

BRAND, PACKAGING, PRICING & FORMULA DEVELOPMENT

SITUATION: $330 Million Quasi Drug Prestige Skincare Franchise Losing Market Share With Global Operational Inefficiencies, Outdated Product Formulas & Packaging. This high profile project was charged with defining differentiated positioning supported by break-through R&D innovation to secure the market leadership position in 80 countries. Bringing together top minds from all functional disciplines and developing a strong working environment was critical to success.

CHALLENGE: Re-stage a global skin care franchise in 18 months. Increase sales & profitability in existing markets & expand geographically.Additionally, the program was charged with developing a long range Research & Development strategy to identify, develop and gain global regulatory approval for a new Quasi Drug active ingredient to drive exclusivity for the franchise.

OBJECTIVES: Develop internal core competency for Skin Brightening based on continuous intelligence gathering trends, competitive activity and consumer insights.• Identify own-able & sustainable differentiation for franchise • Design long range R&D investment strategy to achieve market leadership position • Increase revenue and profitability

STRATEGY: Fact based decision making drove the success of this program beginning with a comprehensive understanding of the consumer and competitive environment in the top 5 markets.• Conducted Primary research in Japan, Thailand, Korea, China & North America, resulting in a strong

product development concept which was differentiated and supported long range development plans. • Lead Advance Science team to develop patented Active Ingredient achieving Technical Regulatory

approval globally as an Quasi Drug status. • Develop new global brand & obtain Trademark across 80 countries • Design new packaging profiles and lead packaging engineers & vendors through development process. • Identify new global product claims and develop 6 new Quasi Drug prestige quality skincare products.

RESULTS: Exceeded objectives for increasing sales, improving profitability, & New global brand development in under 12 months

• Developed Business Case for new formula & packaging development receiving approval & funding. • Gained enterprise wide approval for a $50 Million - 10 year franchise investment strategy. • Consolidated 14 products to 5 global SKU’s increasing operationally efficiencies. • Improved franchise profitably by 3% - Retired 14 products and 2 brands • Increased revenue by 220% from $150 Million to $330 Million. • Developed & received global trademarks for a new global brand [80 countries].

James Wood CASE STUDY

REFERENCE: Melissa Hundey(Amway)[email protected]


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�Global Team Leadership

�James Wood


HOME CARE GLOBAL PORTFOLIO - CORE COMPETENCY TEAM

SITUATION: Increase profitability by revamping global affiliate category’s portfolio

Provided corporate leadership to subject matter experts in largest markets, comprised of delegates from Europe, North America, and Asia. Made strategic decision to reduce product sku count, eliminate manufacturing inefficiencies, and develop new products within $1B global CPG category.

CHALLENGE: Achieving global objectives by gaining buy-in from 5 individual markets

Each affiliate previously prioritized the success of their market at the expense of the global goals. Silos existed between team members.

OBJECTIVES: • Consolidate portfolio by reducing number of brands, products, and SKUs. • Develop new, innovative products and update existing products. • Align brand content across all global markets.

STRATEGY: • Designed proposals to discontinue SKUs and reduce Cost of Goods Sold (COGS); gained

consensus among executive management and led team in executing plan. • Developed 3 new global brands by leveraging consumer research, branding elements, and

guidance from affiliates, agency, and media. • Built brand consolidation strategy after researching each area’s local needs, competitive

environments, and cultural nuances; directed team in aligning content across all markets. • Unified team of 5 local markets by fostering collaborative environment, holding in-person

meetings, and facilitating trust-building exercises.

RESULTS: Streamlined Portfolio, Drove Profit Growth, And Launched Products Globally.

• Eliminated 60 products by gaining approval from leaders – key to completing initiative. • Increased profits by millions of dollars each year. • Developed and launched 11 products globally, achieving 8-figure revenue growth

REFERENCE: Imran Zaman, Chief Marketing [email protected]








�Digital Marketing

�James Wood


GLOBAL WEBSITE RE-DESIGN - DIGITAL BRAND EXPERIENCESSITUATION: Partner with Razorfish on a large scale $40 Million statement of work, leading the global strategic framework for a revitalized, on-line customer experience.This time-critical project was charged with defining the global on-line footprint covering multiple brands over several channels with annual revenue of $11 Billion. The Design, Development and Deployment stages were given 12 months to go live.

CHALLENGE: Re-define the digital customer experience to become relevant for todays consumer and postured to support fast-paced technology changes in the future.Global digital properties across over 80 countries offered inconsistent customer experiences and lacked localization and engaging content required to drive brand engagement. Access to global consumer data surrounding the brand experience and customer journey were unavailable to the business team for critical decision making.

OBJECTIVES: Build a highly collaborate cross functional team located in the Global headquarters under the Marketing function with core team members from IT, Digital agencies, brand management and select top markets around the world.

• Deploy a re-designed global website with consistent branding within legacy IT systems • Increase revenue & time spent on site through engaging digital brand experiences • Drive interaction through community based infrastructure with data mining capabilities

STRATEGY: Define the customer journey across digital, physical and human interaction channels using ethnographic research to drive the development of a long range digital roadmap. Develop & maintain internal teams with cutting edge knowledge of the online content space and target consumers.

• Partner with Creative Agency to develop best-in-class digital experiences which are aligned with global marketing objectives

• Engage target consumers in a relevant way to trigger sales and brand advocacy. • Develop innovative marketing campaigns designed to grow unique digital audiences for each brand.

RESULTS: Exceeded objectives for increasing sales, improving profitability, and generating interest in new products.

• Deployed global digital branding package to over 80 countries and launched beta markets of fully loaded site within 18 months; consolidating all global properties to a single consistent brand messaging.

• Defined, Designed, Developed and Deployed unique brand experiences for the Corporate, Nutrition, Beauty, home and Personal Care brands.

• Increased access to global consumer data supporting fact based decision making

REFERENCES: Lisa Frazier (Razorfish) [email protected] + Teresa Davis (Amway) [email protected]








�Internship Mentoring Program

�James Wood


PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT - IMPLEMENTATIONSITUATION: Attract and secure talent from top-tier business school.

Established positive, long-term relationship between Amway Corporation and the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business. Designed world-class capstone project to attract high-potential MBA student. Interviewed candidates; subsequently hired and mentored talented brand management intern within the Prestige Beauty division of Amway Corporation.

CHALLENGE: Provide valuable experience despite heavy workload and internal discontent

Client projects required priority and internship experience was condensed into a compressed period. Fellow interns did not share the same positive outlook.

OBJECTIVES: • Design and deliver a high-quality internship experience. • Develop enticing offer, identify top talent, and secure intern. • Mentor MBA student and provide practical experience and exposure to brand management at

Amway.

STRATEGY: • Showcased corporate offices by providing prospective interns with onsite tour. • Promoted opportunity by sharing responsibilities and takeaways: hands-on experience with brand

management work projects and a broad set of related skills. • Gathered feedback from candidates; devised program to align student goals with corporate

opportunities. • Designed and presented offer; secured high-performing intern who added value to the organization. • Developed “win-win” strategy and maximized time by achieving corporate objectives while

educating intern. • Turned negative chatter into mentoring moment and occasion for learning.

RESULTS: Exceeded Candidate’s Expectation Of Learning Experience While Simultaneously Delivering Value To Company.

• Hired intern who was ultimately brought on as a full-time brand management employee. • Coached intern to produce strong evaluation and communication processes with corresponding

action steps; well-received plan was implemented the following fiscal year. • Guided student in creating video to showcase her internship and enthusiasm for the Amway brand

and Corporate Marketing division; selected for “Best Video Award” from among 150+ submissions. • Exceeded intern’s expectations for individual mentoring, exposure to senior leaders, education in

brand management, and acquisition of new skills.

REFERENCES: Kathy Liu (Amway) [email protected]








�Professional Recommendations

�James Wood

IMRAN ZAMAN CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER, AMWAY CORPORATION,EUROPE James is able to demonstrate very strong leadership skills that not only

allowed him to manage a global portfolio of home products but he led a global strategic group to drive towards a long terms strategy . In such global meetings that was made up of key stakeholders from around the world, he demonstrated a great understanding of the diversity but ensured all were included in the process. Additionally he has been a very capable marketer and leader that has demonstrated great skills of building a successful brand from scratch, executing a portfolio range to meet the needs of the the global consumer base. He has a excellent personality that allows him to build rapports with all, especially his direct reports and peers.

ANDREW CLEWS BUSINESS INNOVATION ADVISOR, CALLAHAN INNOVATION,NEW ZEALAND Jim was a key member of the Home Products team at Amway over the years

that I was privileged to lead the group. His professionalism and positive attitude was second to none and he was particularly skilled at leading international teams charged with solving challenging business issues. During our time working together Jim completed a thorough analysis of a core piece of the company's product portfolio where tough decisions were required around heritage brands. There was a need to manage the added complexity of a raft of competing perspectives and heartfelt emotion shared across global markets with respect to these legacy products. Retaining a cool head and a focus on objectives was critical to his success in delivering a positive outcome for the business. I can recommend Jim as a great addition to any organization

JAZMINE YEARACK DIGITAL SPECIALIST, AMWAY CORPORATION,GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS, USA Early in my career I was lucky enough to work for Jim for several years. I was

switching from a career in dog grooming/competing into a corporate environment. Jim saw my talent and potential not my lack of experience, he interviewed and hired me to join the newly established department in Digital Marketing. Our team worked hard and had a wonderful time along the way. A few highlights include launching a new website in Europe for a new beauty brand in 22 countries, setting web standards for 80+ affiliates and multiple experiential/brand emersion meetings for external partners. Working for Jim has continued to be a highlight of my career, he continues to mentor me to this day. His integrity and leadership style is like no other, his passion for people and always doing the right thing is nearly impossible to find today. Jim is an inspiration, he knows how to build a team that works hard and has fun and will always be one of the smartest people I have ever had the pleasure of working with.






�How I add Value

�James Wood

ANNA HORNER BRAND MANAGER, AMWAY CORPORATION,EUROPE -LONDON,ENGLAND I feel privileged to have worked with James on a number of projects during

my time at Amway; from brand and product launches across Europe, to showcasing at London Fashion Week. James creates a perfect learning environment, where you feel inspired and enthused to exceed all set goals. A champion in communication with exceptional people skills, James made working on some challenging projects an enjoyable experience. I very much hope our professional paths may cross again in the future!

KATHY LIU ASSISTANT RAND MANAGER, AMWAY CORPORATION,GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS, USA Jim interviewed, hired, managed and mentored me in my MBA corporate

marketing internship at Amway in the summer of 2012. From the start, he was both an amazing manager, mentor and friend. Jim sought my ideas and input to develop my strategic summer project before I even started, allowing the internship experience to be one I can be truly motivated and engaged in. In addition to my capstone project, Jim encouraged me throughout the summer to engage in social activities and mini-projects that would further enhance my Amway experience. This led to a video development project that is now used as a corporate recruiting tool at universities. Jim went above and beyond to ensure I had the best available tools to succeed at Amway. This was the best internship experience I have ever had-it truly is the reason why I decided to take the full-time offer to come back to Amway. Anyone who has worked with Jim will recognize his unprecedented talent. He is an undeniable gem and asset to any company that values a true leader.











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