International Manufacturing Strategist
Former Director of Sourcing & Purchasing, Idea Planet LP
14+ years building bridges between Western brands and Asian manufacturing — turning ambitious concepts into products that ship on time, on spec, and on budget.
Living Asia Manufacturing Since 2012, I've been embedded in Asia's manufacturing ecosystem: Value Engineering countless products, negotiating the best unit costs, and building teams that bridge the gap between creative vision and mass production.
From lifesize fiberglass statues to precision die-cast Collectibles, I've guided products through every stage — concept, prototyping, tooling, Production, QC, and final delivery. My work has reached fans of franchises like Assassin's Creed, Horizon Zero Dawn, Far Cry, and Red Dead Redemption.
Now based in South East Asia, I bring that same hands-on, no-shortcuts approach to every new engagement. Companies hire me to get the full picture of their available options, to apply multi-dimensional (out-of-the-box) strategies, and make informed decisions about the best path forward.
Factory selection, capability audits, and long-term supplier partnerships across China and Southeast Asia.
From CAD to production — managing tooling plans, specifications, material selection, and engineering reviews.
Innovative cost analysis methods that optimize development budgets without sacrificing quality or timelines.
Production QC protocols, factory certification oversight, and compliance management for global standards.
PRC legal entity management, cross-border HR, banking operations, and regulatory compliance in mainland China.
Bilingual deal-making with factories, vendors, and legal partners — balancing cost-effectiveness with long-term trust.
2004 – 2008 · Columbia, SC
2004 – 2008 · Columbia, SC
2007 · Nairobi, Kenya
Whether you're launching a new product line or need expert sourcing and manufacturing guidance across Asia, I'm here to help.
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