Richard Berberian
North Andover,MA
Summary
Results-driven executive known for strong decision-making abilities and unwavering focus on achieving measurable outcomes with extensive experience in manufacturing, specialized insurance, strategic leadership and operational excellence. Proven track record in driving organizational growth and adapting to evolving business needs. Skilled in strategic planning, financial management, customer satisfaction and revenue growth in competitive markets.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Elyse Fine Jewelers-Gemologist, Inc.
03.2001 - Current
- Award-winning Custom and Private Jeweler.
- Operations include full gemological laboratory services and manufacturing of fine jewelry.
- One of 9 pioneer retail sites in the US for DeBeers Code of Origin Diamond tracing.
President
Guaranty Jewelry Replacement, Inc.
05.1999 - Current
- Developed the leading company in New England handling Jewelry Claims and Insurance Replacements to the world's leading insurance companies.
- Direct Diamond and Colored Gem importer/distributor.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- First in the country to develop and implement on-line Jewelry Insurance Claims Processing to the insurance industry.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
President
IAN Multi-Media Group, Inc.
06.1985 - 09.1998
- Developed and built the largest privately held, vertically integrated media manufacturing company in the Northeast.
- IAN pioneered the industry creating Books-on-Tape, Audio Cassette, Video Cassette, CD/CD-ROM and DVD manufacturing from replication through printing, packaging and distribution.
- Managed over 160 full and part-time employees.
- One of four companies in the country to produce Talking Books for the Blind and Physically Handicapped to the Library of Congress.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
Director of Music Education
Barnstable Public Schools
09.1978 - 06.1982
- Developed and implemented the Curriculum for Music Education programs system-wide
- Designed and implemented a Department of Unified Arts at the High School level encompassing Music, Drama, Visual Art, Industrial Arts and Foreign Language
- Ensemble Instructor for Band, Choral and Orchestral ensembles at the Hight School level
Education
G.G.; Graduate Gemologist -
Gemological Institute of America
Carlsbad, CA01-2002
Doctor of Education - Instructional Media
Boston University
Boston, MA01-1987
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA01-1981
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Lowell, MA01-1977
Skills
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Operational Excellence in Manufacturing
- Integrity and Ethics
- Crisis Management
- Sales and Marketing
- Networking and Public Relations
- Business Development
- Vendor Sourcing and Negotiations
- Revenue Generation and Growth
- Brand Development and Management
- Media Relations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Armenian
Full Professional
Japanese
Limited Working
Boards Served
- University of Massachusetts Alumni Board of Advisors
- Armenian Museum of America, Watertown, MA
- Massachusetts Council of Armenian Executives
- St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church of Merrimack Valley
Timeline
President
Elyse Fine Jewelers-Gemologist, Inc.
03.2001 - Current
President
Guaranty Jewelry Replacement, Inc.
05.1999 - Current
President
IAN Multi-Media Group, Inc.
06.1985 - 09.1998
Director of Music Education
Barnstable Public Schools
09.1978 - 06.1982
G.G.; Graduate Gemologist -
Gemological Institute of America
Doctor of Education - Instructional Media
Boston University
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
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