CHRISTOPHER PTAK

• Collaborated with U.S creative team to develop products for brands like Disney, Universal, and MARS
• Managed product development from concept to production for ODM customers, including MARS North America
• Innovated with inventors to bring unique products to market
• Conducted market research to align products with consumer trends
• Sourced new suppliers, expanding product range while reducing costs
• Ensured compliance with market regulations through partnerships with compliance teams

• Developed specifications for LEGO stationery line, ensuring quality and brand alignment
• Expanded market reach to Asia-Pacific, Canada, and South America
• Sourced compliant factories, enhancing ethical production standards
• Managed customer relations for international growth

• Expanded relationships with major amusement parks, driving product innovation
• Sourced materials for stationery, optimizing supply chain
• Collaborated on 3D renderings for brand approvals, ensuring integrity
• Built strategic international distributor partnerships

• Established and maintained key global distribution partnerships to drive international sales.
• Directed prototype development, ensuring functionality while meeting cost objectives.
• Led Hong Kong office in creating and optimizing competitive product lines.
• Managed sourcing, factory relations, and negotiations on cost and delivery timelines.

• Co-invented patented toys and stationery items, managing concept to production for successful launches.
• Collaborated with U.S. teams on product development for domestic and international markets.
• Expanded U.S. product line sales into Europe and Asia-Pacific, including Disney and Universal theme parks.
• Played a pivotal role in developing and launching 'Spray Art' toy line, achieving over 200% market penetration through new distribution channels.

• Relocated to Hong Kong buying office in 2000
• Facilitated shift from conventional writing tools to branded novelty stationery products with brands such as Hasbro, Ohio Art, Pokémon.
• Expanded supplier base and created long term relationships to meet cost, quality and delivery requirements.

Contributed to product concept and design development.

Fabricated hand samples for licensing approvals, sales presentations, and production specifications.

• Supervised co-management and operation of an artisanal jewelry retail outlet.
• Managed sales, customer service, gemstone sourcing and jewelry manufacturing.