Chrissy Rapanos
Fort Lauderdale
Summary
Experienced and strategic Market Research Manager with a strong background in leading high-performing teams, delivering actionable insights, and driving product innovation. Skilled in mentoring analysts, conducting in-depth market investigations, and translating complex data into clear, strategic recommendations. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, serving as a key liaison between sales, manufacturing, and corporate leadership to ensure alignment and effective communication. Known for operational excellence, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to confidentiality and company values.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Research/Insight Manager
Dart Container
01.2018 - Current
- Lead, train, and develop Market Research Analysts and Associates to achieve high performance aligned with company goals.
- Deliver strategic product recommendations through comprehensive market research and data analysis.
- Serve as a liaison between DCSC, Dart Container, and the sales force to ensure alignment and effective communication.
- Conduct training, performance evaluations, and career development planning.
- Set clear expectations, delegate responsibilities, and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
- Foster a positive, self-motivated work environment.
- Conduct in-depth market investigations to support product and marketing strategies.
- Provide actionable insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
- Coordinate with Sales, Management, and DCSC staff to ensure consistent information flow.
- Act as a communication bridge between sales and manufacturing teams.
- Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and business needs.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold company policies and procedures.
- Participate in hiring, promotions, and disciplinary actions as needed.
Project Manager
Dart Container Corporation
2014 - 2017
- Independently managed all phases of product development, from concept to post-launch analysis, ensuring alignment with market needs and company objectives.
- Anticipated market trends and unmet needs to recommend innovative product solutions and enhancements.
- Conducted competitive analysis, customer research, and prototype testing to support NPD requests and go-to-market strategies.
- Developed accurate sales forecasts and approved final prototypes and production samples.
- Created and led product training programs and sales presentations to support successful product launches.
- Mentored and coached Market Research Analysts, fostering professional growth and departmental excellence.
- Collaborated with Marketing, Sales, and DCSC staff to ensure seamless communication and project execution.
- Demonstrated proactive problem-solving and decision-making, providing clear rationale for recommendations.
- Maintained a high standard of professionalism, initiative, and adherence to company policies and confidentiality agreements.
- Started at Dart in 2021 as a Sales Division Analyst in the Consumer Products (CP) Division.
- Promoted to Market Research Analyst, then to Senior Market Research Analyst, before advancing to Project Manager and ultimately Market Research Manager.
CP Sales Division Analyst, Market Research Analyst
Dart Container Corporation
2001 - 2015
- Started at Dart in 2021 as a Sales Division Analyst in the Consumer Products (CP) Division.
- Promoted to Market Research Analyst, then to Senior Market Research Analyst, before advancing to Project Manager and ultimately Market Research Manager.
- Carried out responsibilities closely aligned with the Project Manager role, though with less autonomy and more structured support.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05-1998
Bachelor of Marketing Management -
University of Pretoria
12-1995
High School Diploma -
Pretoria High School For Girls
Pretoria, South Africa12-1991
Skills
- New Product Development (NPD)
- Analysis and forecasting of market trends
- Data-driven decision-making
- Coordinating cross-departmental initiatives
- Sales training and support
- Industry analysis and benchmarking
- Mentorship & Team Development
- Audience-focused presentation development
- Market Research & Analysis
- Data-driven product suggestions
- Team Leadership & Development
- Project coordination
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Sales Forecasting
- Customer Research
- User experience testing
- Product lifecycle management
- Coaching development
- Employee performance review
- Collaborative relationship management
- Decision-Making & Problem Solving
- Confidentiality & Professionalism
- Strategic task management
- Product launch planning
- Guidance and support
- Operational efficiency enhancement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Limited Working
Timeline
Market Research/Insight Manager
Dart Container
01.2018 - Current
Project Manager
Dart Container Corporation
2014 - 2017
CP Sales Division Analyst, Market Research Analyst
Dart Container Corporation
2001 - 2015
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Marketing Management -
University of Pretoria
High School Diploma -
Pretoria High School For Girls
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