Evan Braude
Bend
Summary
Dynamic Sales Director with a proven track record excelling in account management and strategic alliances. Expert in sales forecasting and negotiation, I successfully managed key accounts, driving significant growth in international markets while fostering strong customer relationships.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
BI Industries, LLC
Bend
06.2023 - Current
- Specializing in finance sector to facilitate financing for manufacturers and wholesale fuel supplier.
Owner
AG Industries, LLC
Bend
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Leveraged extensive Far East contacts to supply Nitrile Gloves during COVID-19 pandemic
Representative
Tyche Leather
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Collaborated closely with Nike for Tyche.
Representative
Huachang
FuJian
06.2011 - 06.2016
- Developed artificial leather applications tailored from Oregon for local Chinese market needs.
Collaborated with Nike to ensure alignment with brand standards and quality expectations.
Representative
Chokwang Leather
Seoul
06.2000 - 06.2014
- Nike, specifically with Lifestyle, AF1, and Jordan Brands along with limited engagement with Adidas.
Representative
WLL Leather Systems/
Bielfeld
06.1999 - 06.2007
- Focused primarily on crust leather being supplied to private airplane upholstery, high-end yachts, and high-end home furnishings suppliers.
Sales Representative
Gibaut Hermanos Leather Tanning
Buenos Aires
06.1995 - 06.2000
- Focused on key new accounts: Dr. Martens, Clarks, and Nike.
International Sales Director
Salz Leather
Santa Cruz
08.1994 - 06.1995
- Identified and secured new business opportunities in overseas markets.
Managing Director
Braude Leather Company
Marblehead
06.1990 - 06.1995
- Oversaw all day-to-day operations of the company, from our buying mainly from Brazil and Argentina. Finishing in upstate NY to sales of finished leather to shoe factories in the USA and Far East.
Partner
Kaufmann Trading Corporation
Amsterdam
06.1985 - 06.1990
- Developed a comprehensive USA strategy for devloping accounts in order to maximize profits and minimize expenses.
Sales Manager
ABR Leather Tanning Company
Woburn
06.1983 - 06.1985
- Developed pricing strategies that would maximize profits while still remaining competitive in the market.
Sales Director
Braude Brothers Tanning Corporation
Woburn
06.1980 - 06.1983
- Managed key accounts including US Shoe, Brown Shoe, and International Shoe as 6th Generation representative in leather industry.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA01-1979
Skills
- Account management
- Sales forecasting
- Sales strategies
- Customer relationship management
- Negotiation skills
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Networking skills
- International markets
- Sales planning
- Strategic alliances
- Contract negotiations
Affiliations
I enjoy dinners out, concerts, and visiting museums when I travel, while keeping in shape in the gym, riding bikes and taking long trail hikes with my dogs.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner
BI Industries, LLC
06.2023 - Current
Owner
AG Industries, LLC
06.2020 - 06.2023
Representative
Tyche Leather
06.2017 - 06.2020
Representative
Huachang
06.2011 - 06.2016
Representative
Chokwang Leather
06.2000 - 06.2014
Representative
WLL Leather Systems/
06.1999 - 06.2007
Sales Representative
Gibaut Hermanos Leather Tanning
06.1995 - 06.2000
International Sales Director
Salz Leather
08.1994 - 06.1995
Managing Director
Braude Leather Company
06.1990 - 06.1995
Partner
Kaufmann Trading Corporation
06.1985 - 06.1990
Sales Manager
ABR Leather Tanning Company
06.1983 - 06.1985
Sales Director
Braude Brothers Tanning Corporation
06.1980 - 06.1983
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Southern California