Diane Gasbarra

Directly responsible for handling all areas involved in accounts receivable, accounts payable, order entry, payroll, taxes, insurances and human resources. Increased control of expenses by implementing a mandatory purchase order system. Researched and put into place an employee benefits package where none previously existed. Reduced and controlled year-end bad debt write offs by 75% by implementing a more aggressive collection procedure. Streamlined payroll by replacing manual process with QuickBooks. Analyze monthly P&L and budgeting to assist owner in decision making.

Research / Development 1991-2005  - Developed new product lines to present to the sales force and executives.  It was accomplished by working with textile vendors, studying the market, gaining input from sales force and using ones own creativity.  Tasked with working very closely with overseas factories to ensure prototypes were executed correctly while adhering to cost parameters set by the sales force and the market.

Expeditor  1981-1991 - Handled receipt of inventory for a large retail company with over 3,500 stores.  Communicated with overseas factories and shipping companies to coordinate shipment arrivals.  Oversaw distribution, billing and general troubleshooting for all stores nationwide.