• 40-year retail veteran with an emphasis on product innovation and brand building. He has worked with major retailers in the USA within the following business segments Computers, Consumer Electronics, Tele Communications, Housewares, Appliances, Salon Equipment and Home Furnishings. Over the past 35 years has managed and owned Lighthouse Marketing Inc. a leading national sales company that brings innovative products to Warehouse Clubs, Home Centers, Mass Merchants, Department Stores, Electronic Super Stores, TV Shopping, and Ecommerce. In addition to being awarded many supplier awards, national retailers have recognized the dedicated service of Bob and his team. In addition to brand and product development Bob started Allied Rich LLC a direct import company in 2008. Built a ground up distribution center with a state-of-the-art SAP Business 1 ERP system. Has vast knowledge in the import, duty, and distribution process. Extensive business travel has established ongoing business relationships in United States, Canada, Mexico, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, China, Vietnam, and Ireland.