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Dynamic leader with over 24 years at the US Department of Justice, ATF, excelling in regulatory oversight and compliance. Proven track record in leading change and building coalitions, achieving significant civil settlements. Expertise in firearms and explosives regulations, complemented by strong communication skills to foster partnerships across federal and state agencies.


• A highly skilled and experienced Finance and Accounting Manager with over 10 years of
experience in the Logistics and Supply Chain industry.
• Possessing strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Proficient in financial management, budgeting, forecasting, Cost control CPP & CPK, and
financial analysis.
• Proven track record of managing accounting functions, preparing financial statements, and
ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• ERP System implementation and upgrade experience, migration data, merging charts of
accounts.

Highly effective and multi-faceted Senior Executive Leader providing business, contracts, proposal/compliance, legal expertise (spans 22 industries, government, commercial, domestic, and international) demonstrating extensive experience, skill, leadership needed to define strategies that achieve objectives, negotiate solutions that resolve issues and deliver results that advance the success of the organization.

Lead the operational management of the Legal Department's Global IP, regulatory compliance, promotional law, legal research, insurance administration, and corporate governance functions on a global scale. Advise executive leadership on legal and compliance risks impacting business operations, marketing initiatives, product development, customer programs, and international expansion.
Key Accomplishments
· Contributed to the Legal Department earning the 2026 Best-in-Class In-House Legal Department Award.
· Manage and maintain Global IP portfolios covering the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, and China.
· Support international business expansion initiatives through legal research, regulatory analysis, intellectual property protection, compliance oversight, and strategic legal guidance.
· Assisted with successful market expansion activities in Canada, Australia, and Mexico and supported legal readiness initiatives for the Company's pre-launch efforts in Japan.
· Developed and implemented legal department processes and operational efficiencies that enhanced risk management, workflow tracking, and cross-functional collaboration.
Global Intellectual Property (IP)
· Manage the Company's domestic and international trademark portfolio.
· Conduct trademark clearance and knockout searches and provide legal risk assessments.
· Coordinate trademark applications, office action responses, renewals, and enforcement activities worldwide.
· Oversee domestic and international patent strategy and portfolio management.
· Coordinate patent filings from provisional applications through issuance.
· Conduct patent-related legal research and risk assessments.
· Develop and implement brand protection and intellectual property enforcement strategies.
Regulatory & Marketing Compliance
· Lead legal review of marketing claims, income disclosures, business opportunity representations, and distributor communications.
· Assess legal and regulatory risks related to advertising and promotional materials.
· Oversee annual Income Disclosure Statement preparation and compliance.
· Draft and review disclaimers, policies, and compliance standards.
· Interpret and monitor FTC, FDA, consumer protection, and direct-selling regulatory developments.
· Oversee FDA structure/function claim notifications and product labeling compliance.
· Partner with regulatory, product development, compliance, and marketing teams to ensure claims substantiation and regulatory alignment.
Promotions, Incentives & Sweepstakes Compliance
· Conduct multi-jurisdictional legal research regarding promotions, contests, incentives, sweepstakes, loyalty programs, and rewards programs.
· Draft official rules and promotional documentation.
· Ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and international promotional law requirements.
· Coordinate registrations, bonding requirements, permits, and governmental filings where required.
· Provide legal oversight of incentive-based programs operating within the direct-selling model.
Corporate Governance & Legal Operations
· Oversee corporate governance and corporate secretarial functions.
· Supervise the Assistant Corporate Secretary and governance activities across multiple jurisdictions.
· Ensure compliance with corporate formalities, statutory filings, board materials, and corporate records requirements.
· Advise executive leadership on governance obligations and best practices.
· Develop departmental processes, systems, and risk-management protocols.
· Provide legal analysis and strategic recommendations supporting organizational objectives.
Legal Research & Regulatory Analysis
· Conduct complex legal research involving intellectual property, consumer protection, direct-selling regulations, FDA and FTC compliance, promotional law, and governance matters.
· Monitor emerging legal trends and regulatory developments globally.
· Prepare legal memoranda, risk assessments, and executive summaries for executive leadership.
· Support responses to regulatory inquiries, investigations, and enforcement matters.
Insurance Administration
· Coordinate corporate insurance renewals, applications, and risk-management documentation.
· Collaborate with insurance brokers and carriers to maintain appropriate corporate coverage.
· Manage insurance claims and ensure timely reporting and resolution.
· Collect, maintain, and monitor Certificates of Insurance for vendors, contractors, and business partners.
VNC
Vice President, Legal Affairs
2008 – 2015
Directed legal and compliance operations while supporting the General Counsel and executive leadership on strategic business initiatives. Managed legal, compliance, intellectual property, regulatory, corporate governance, insurance, and international expansion activities.
· Led a legal and compliance team consisting of managers, analysts, and support staff.
· Negotiated, reviewed, and drafted commercial contracts and third-party agreements.
· Provided legal guidance regarding advertising, marketing, compliance, intellectual property, e-commerce, and regulatory matters.
· Maintained corporate records, minute books, stock ledgers, and governance documentation.
· Participated in executive-level strategic planning meetings.
· Conducted compliance training and presented at annual conventions.
· Reviewed compensation plans, marketing materials, and promotional programs for regulatory compliance.
· Prepared FDA-compliant structure/function claims.
· Assisted with corporate insurance negotiations and risk-management initiatives.
· Managed domestic and international outside counsel relationships.
· Conducted legal and regulatory research supporting U.S. and international operations.
· Oversaw third-party compliance monitoring programs.
Director, Legal Affairs
2004 – 2008
An integral participant in the formation and launch of VNC and subsequently promoted to Director of Legal Affairs.
· Supervised legal and compliance personnel.
· Advised executive leadership regarding legal and regulatory risks.
· Conducted compliance investigations and risk assessments.
· Managed resolution of Better Business Bureau and Attorney General complaints.
· Drafted and maintained distributor agreements and member contracts.
· Supported regulatory compliance and corporate governance initiatives.
NV
Legal & Compliance Manager
1999 – 2004
Managed legal and compliance operations and provided legal guidance regarding contracts, distributor relations, advertising compliance, and regulatory matters.
· Reviewed corporate marketing materials, websites, videos, emails, and distributor communications for FTC and FDA compliance.
· Managed escalated customer and distributor issues.
· Conducted regulatory research and compliance investigations.
· Oversaw Better Business Bureau and Attorney General complaint resolution.
· Directed fraud investigations and compliance reviews.
· Monitored distributor advertising and online compliance activities.
· Administered garnishment, tax levy, and support-order compliance processes.
Communications Project Manager
1998 – 1999
· Coordinated internal and external communication projects.
· Reviewed marketing, promotional, and corporate communication materials.
· Assisted with development of marketing communication campaigns.
Legal & Compliance Specialist
1997 – 1998
· Assisted in establishing the Company's legal and compliance department.
· Developed distributor policies and procedures.
· Created internal compliance standards and operating procedures.
· Conducted compliance training for distributors and internal teams.
Established legal records management and filing systems.

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