Bari Azman
Woodmere,NY
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
President and Founding Partner
BlindShell USA
03.2022 - Current
- Established brand for North American markets with exclusive master distribution agreement
- Achieved 1M in revenue since startup
- Expanded B2B and B2C markets through creative sales & marketing
- Built distribution network of 15 sub-distributors
- Launched Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) in 47 States with a focus on the blind community
- Developed communication programs for Federal/State agencies including the VA
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
Founding Partner
Awarewolf Gear
03.2020 - Current
- Established a strong brand identity that differentiated the company from competitors, boosting market presence.
- Secured valuable global contracts through effective negotiation tactics, fostering long-term relationships with key clients.
- Outsourced manufacturing to overseas factory
- Successfully launched game changing line of mobility canes for blind community with $250K first year sales
- Designed and developed Bigcommerce e-commerce website
- Ensured consistent quality control throughout all stages of project execution by closely monitoring progress against established benchmarks.
- Spearheaded successful marketing campaigns that increased visibility and drove sales growth.
Founding Partner
The Low Vision Shop
03.2019 - 03.2022
- Bootstrapped ecommerce company focusing on best-in-class wearable devices for low vision/blind
- Opened showroom locations in Baltimore, MD and Miami, FL
- Collaborated with A-list blind celebrities and formed brand Ambassador program
- Negotiated exclusive product import distribution agreements for North American markets
- Successfully launched new wearable technology for North American markets
- Partnered with international startups to develop new technology for legally blind
- Built nationwide distribution network for low vision/blind technology.
- Spearheaded successful marketing campaigns that increased visibility and drove sales growth.
Vice President Marketing & Business Development
Global Complex Eye Care
08.2014 - 04.2021
- Reengineered professional services offering resulting in a 75% increase of revenue YOY
- Direct involvement developing disruptive technology for legally blind individuals
- Developed digital patient screening protocol resulting in higher accuracy and conversions
- Opened 9 new regional offices expanding patient footprint throughout Maryland & Virginia
- Launched eSight product debut for Northeast USA w/ local NBC affiliate covering story
- Boosted website traffic by 3100% since 2014 while closely monitoring web analytics
- Designed and built 15 WordPress websites resulting in expanded brand/service awareness
- Launched new B2B and B2C companies with an emphasis on low vision & blind technology
- Established high profile marketing campaigns
- Digital/Print/Radio/TV.
President
Azman Travel Retail Group, LLC
03.2011 - 08.2014
- Exclusive Global Travel Retail agent for Perricone MD luxury skincare
- Led Perricone MD launch into global travel retail markets with $500K first year retail sales
- Compiled multiyear P/L forecast for travel retail markets meeting monthly targets
- Influenced clients on product selection resulting in additional sku’s w/a 40% increase of sales
- Developed coaching program for retail store staff resulting in 50% increase of monthly store sales.
President/CEO
Occupied, LLC d/b/a IDT Jets
04.2008 - 02.2014
- Negotiated company privatization from IDT Corp
- Supplied wide range of in-flight merchandise for airline buy onboard programs
- Generated single purchase order values in excess of $250K
- Oversaw manufacturing & quality control meeting client expectations
- Developed wide array of proprietary tooling wholesale and retail sales
- Distributed collectible merchandise to 25+ global airlines.
President
IDT Corp, IDT Venture Capital Corp, d/b/a IDT Jets
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Established IDT Jets under umbrella of IDT Corp, NYSE: IDT
- Oversaw daily operations at IDT Jets while meeting monthly sales & budget expectations
- Directed team of 6 responsible for sourcing, creative, retail, and business development
- Generated $3 + million in new revenue for airline/aviation clients within first 18 months
- Setup Hong Kong product sourcing office shortening product development lead times
- Administered 15+ overseas manufacturing facilities ensuring on time production deliveries
- Invented children’s toys, collectibles, and scale model aircraft for global travel markets
- Guided investors in purchasing retired 747 for Air Force One Museum.
Skills
- Executive Team Leadership
- P/L Responsibility
- Global Sales & Marketing
- Multinational Business Development
- Project Management
- Digital & Tech savvy
- Leadership Team Building
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Contract Negotiation
- Vendor Sourcing and Negotiations
- Innovation and Creativity
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
President and Founding Partner
BlindShell USA
03.2022 - Current
Founding Partner
Awarewolf Gear
03.2020 - Current
Founding Partner
The Low Vision Shop
03.2019 - 03.2022
Vice President Marketing & Business Development
Global Complex Eye Care
08.2014 - 04.2021
President
Azman Travel Retail Group, LLC
03.2011 - 08.2014
President/CEO
Occupied, LLC d/b/a IDT Jets
04.2008 - 02.2014
President
IDT Corp, IDT Venture Capital Corp, d/b/a IDT Jets
01.2006 - 03.2008
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