Lowell Sharron
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Foods that Influence, mastering business development and strategic planning. Spearheaded multiple food ventures, achieving significant market expansion. Excelled in leadership & team management, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Demonstrated financial acumen with a focus on profit & loss management, driving substantial revenue growth.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Foods that Influence
Los Angeles, CA
03.2014 - Current
- Company Overview: Founder of Matú, HiHo Cheeseburger, Uovo Pasta, Willie Mae’s Restaurant, and First Light Steak Club
- Spearheaded the creation and expansion of multiple successful food ventures
- Led strategic growth initiatives to ensure market competitiveness
- Managed overall business operations, financial planning, and brand development
- Founder of Matú, HiHo Cheeseburger, Uovo Pasta, Willie Mae’s Restaurant, and First Light Steak Club
- Led organization by establishing business direction and actualizing operational plans to meet goals.
- Directed company operations to meet budget and financial targets.
- Promoted company values and ethics, ensuring a positive organizational culture.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Oversaw budgetary and financial activities and implemented strategies to grow business and profits.
Chief Executive Officer
6 Degrees Clothing
United States
03.2001 - 06.2014
- Founded and operated a successful clothing brand based in Los Angeles
- Managed end-to-end business operations, from design, distribution, sales, to retail distribution.
- Established a strong brand presence and secured key partnerships.
- Managed senior leadership team, aligning goals and efforts with company vision.
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.
- Drove company vision with collaborative employee engagement techniques and strategic leadership.
- Negotiated high-value contracts and partnerships to expand market presence.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline processes across departments.
- Fostered a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Led the recruitment process for executive-level positions within the organization.
Chief Executive Officer
Daily Threads
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
01.2009 - 03.2014
- Developed and managed a kids' clothing line with a strong focus on U.S.-based manufacturing
- Implemented innovative sales and marketing strategies to drive business growth
- Oversaw product development and supply chain logistics
Executive Vice President, Sales
Swat*Fame Inc
Los Angeles, CA
02.1991 - 03.2001
- Sell, Sell, Sell-Always selling
- Oversaw the development of new products or services from concept through launch.
- Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
- Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
- Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
- Cultivated relationships with key decision makers through regular client visits and follow-up calls.
Area Vice President, Sales
Pacific Telesis
Los Angeles, CA
09.1989 - 11.1991
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
- Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
- Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
- Cultivated relationships with key decision makers through regular client visits and follow-up calls.
Account Executive
UCSB Newspaper
Santa Barbara, CA
02.1986 - 06.1989
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
- Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
- Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
- Cultivated relationships with key decision makers through regular client visits and follow-up calls.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Economics
University of California, Santa Barbara
01.1989
High school or equivalent -
Palo Alto High School
01.1984
Skills
- Sales & Sales Management
- Business Development
- Product Development
- Profit & Loss Management
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership & Team Management
- Business management
- Marketing
- Negotiation
- Business administration
- Market expansion
- Organizational growth
- Recruiting and hiring top talent
- Operational efficiency
- Financial leadership
- Account management
- Strategic partnerships
- Executive leadership
- Business development
- Revenue growth
- Strategic visioning
- Profit & loss
Skills Expertise
- Sales & Sales Management
- Business Development
- Product Development
- Profit & Loss Management
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership & Team Management
Affiliations
- Skiing
- Tennis
- Reading
- Entrepreneurship
Certification
- Real-Estate License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Foods that Influence
03.2014 - Current
Chief Executive Officer
Daily Threads
01.2009 - 03.2014
Chief Executive Officer
6 Degrees Clothing
03.2001 - 06.2014
Executive Vice President, Sales
Swat*Fame Inc
02.1991 - 03.2001
Area Vice President, Sales
Pacific Telesis
09.1989 - 11.1991
Account Executive
UCSB Newspaper
02.1986 - 06.1989
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Economics
University of California, Santa Barbara
High school or equivalent -
Palo Alto High School
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