Alexander Harik
Stamford,CT
Summary
Engaging leader with a proven track record at Zesty Z, where I spearheaded the launch of 3 innovative product lines, expanded distribution to 2,000+ retail doors and alternative channels, and raised $1.2M in funding. Expert in strategic visioning, financial planning, and cross-functional team collaboration. Demonstrates operational excellence and innovative problem-solving
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO & Co-Founder
Zesty Z
02.2018 - Current
- Operations - Identified co-manufacturers, negotiated pricing and minimum order quantities, managed the R&D process, and supervised all productions for quality control and compliance with FDA regulations.
- Product Development - analyzed category trends and sales data to successfully launch 3 consumer-packaged product lines into retail channels.
- Sales: Expanded products into 2,000+ retail doors, including Whole Foods (nationally), Costco, airlines, and food service.
- Distribution: Partnered with domestic regional and national distributors, saved $13k in chargebacks and erroneous deductions.
- Finance - Raised $1.2M in equity and debt, built forecast and plan demand inventory models, and maintained a 40%+ average unit gross margin.
- Management - led an internal team of 7 in sales, marketing, design, legal, and accounting. Managed a 23-person external sales broker team. Implemented EOS systems to improve focus, accountability, and project manageme
Career Break
Self Employed
03.2016 - 01.2018
Chapter President
Case Western Reserve Alumni Association
09.2013 - 04.2016
Investment Banking Consultant
FactSet Research Systems
04.2010 - 01.2016
Analyst
BNY Mellon
03.2008 - 04.2010
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management Science
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH05.2008
Skills
- Innovative, Efficient, Resilient
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Operational Excellence
- Leadership & Cross-Function Coordination
- Strategic Visioning & Financial Planning
- Product Development
Accomplishments
- Featured on NPR's - How I Built This
- 12 Under 35 - Specialty Food Association
- Level 1 - Chartered Financial Analyst
- Sectionals Semi Finalist - USTA Southern CT
Timeline
CEO & Co-Founder
Zesty Z
02.2018 - Current
Career Break
Self Employed
03.2016 - 01.2018
Chapter President
Case Western Reserve Alumni Association
09.2013 - 04.2016
Investment Banking Consultant
FactSet Research Systems
04.2010 - 01.2016
Analyst
BNY Mellon
03.2008 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Science - Management Science
Case Western Reserve University
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