LAWRENCE LOUIS
FORT LAUDERDALE
Summary
Results-oriented executive with extensive experience in strategic planning and market analysis. Known for driving innovation and enhancing operational efficiency while managing budgets to maximize resources and profitability.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
W7 Cosmetics USA
London
01.2024 - Current
- Led operational strategy to enhance efficiency across multiple departments.
- Developed training programs to improve team performance and customer service skills.
- Identified new business opportunities through market research analysis.
- Oversaw budgeting processes to ensure financial accountability and resource allocation.
- Maintained productive relationships and communication channels across organization.
Interim CEO
Anker Play Products
Miami
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Developed strategic plans to enhance product offerings and market presence.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive innovation in play products.
- Managed budget allocations for various departments and projects effectively.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
- Managed executive team members to ensure successful execution of projects in a timely manner.
- Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
- Improved profitability by accurately maintaining P&L to meet prime fiscal responsibility.
President
IG Design Group Americas
Atlanta
01.1989 - 09.2022
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance product development and market positioning.
- Directed cross-functional teams to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
- Cultivated partnerships with key stakeholders to drive business growth.
- Analyzed market trends to inform decision-making and product offerings.
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
- Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available.
- Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships with employees, executives and other stakeholders.
- Analyzed financial statements and forecasts to improve programs, performance and policies.
- Built talent pipeline to support business growth and enduring success.
- Led mergers and acquisitions to strengthen market position and enhance product offerings.
- Oversaw the development and launch of new products and services.
- Guided senior management team in setting and achieving organizational goals.
Education
Chartered Accountant - Accounting And Finance
University of Leicester
Leicester England 06-1984
Skills
- Operational strategy
- Budget management
- Market analysis
- Team leadership
- Business development
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
W7 Cosmetics USA
01.2024 - Current
Interim CEO
Anker Play Products
10.2022 - 12.2024
President
IG Design Group Americas
01.1989 - 09.2022
Chartered Accountant - Accounting And Finance
University of Leicester