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Innovation, Strategic Marketing, Product Management

Covia is a provider of minerals and material solutions for the industrial and energy markets.

TRANSFORMATIVE BUSINESS LEADER with global experience delivering consistent and measurable results across the entire value chain of existing product portfolios or new business ventures. Decisive leader with the ability to solve complex problems through root cause analysis, work across functional lines to build followership to key initiatives and drive profitability through growth and lean principles. Expertise in identifying and translating consumer insights and market trends into opportunities that drive disruptive growth. Change agent with passion and integrity forms foundation for developing high-performing teams that align to common mission with clear focus on delivering objectives. Passion and Expertise to Drive Meaningful Value • Strategic & Business Planning • Negotiating Contract and Deal Structures • P&L Management • Continuous Improvement / Lean • Brand/Product Management • Business Development and Innovation • Strategic Partner Development • Project Management • Translating Consumer Insight into Solutions • Competitive Analysis • Retail Distribution and Merchandising • Global Experience (lived abroad)