Ron Rippey
Sparta,NJ
Summary
Results-driven leader and skilled relationship builder with over 30 years of management experience. Successfully designed, implemented, and executed sales and marketing strategies resulting in substantial revenue growth, increased market penetration, and enhanced customer satisfaction. Excel in fostering team building concepts that drive success.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and President
Great Commission Marketing LLC
01.1995 - Current
- Consulted for Nestor Brands Management ,Shanghai ,China in bringing well known brands to Greater China and Southeast Asia. Officially had signed Brooks Brothers Kids brand license for Greater China and Southeast Asia from Authentic Brands Group for a long term agreement
- Sourcing for many brands overseas including Nautica Footwear, BBC international Children's, Skechers Kids, Polo Ralph Lauren, Flynn & O'hara school shoes, and more
- Celebrity endorsement deals with Dwayne Rock Johnson, Wynonna and Naomi Judd
- Greats (2022-current) - Independent National Sales Agency for the Steve Madden brand. Sold all channels of distribution. Major Departments stores, Mall Based Athletic Chains, and Fashion Independents.
- Gaimo Footwear (2022 -current) - Representing the Spanish footwear company for the United States Territory. Customers include online, independents, and Department stores.
- 361 degrees USA (2024-current) Sales agency responsible for selling basketball footwear to channels within all of United States Brand Ambassador is Nikola Jovic - NBA MVP.
- Es Originals - Nautica Footwear (2010-2019) - National Sales Mens, Womens, and Children's Successfully started all door program with Macys Corporation. Successfully had Black Friday boot in mens for a 3 year period and Holiday slipper program
- Philip Simon Development - Ed Hardy Footwear, Christian Audigier (2009-2010) VP Sales
- Responsibility included National and Independent accounts and assisted in development and design of the brands
- Stride Rite Corporation - Contracted GCM LLC to relaunch the ProKeds brand into the marketplace . Developed Sales strategies and interfaced with all "C" level personnel to accomplish the task . Set goals and objectives to lay original framework for the mission. Hired key subordinates for firm to sell brand. Also, acted as a Key Sales Specialist for CEO in developments of the Sperry Top-Sider brand and Keds brands
- EMU Australia - Established the brand in America with particular after surf boot style . Led the charge in sales dealing with key partners including Federated Stores, Genesco, Nordstrom, Footlocker, Alloy, Delia's, Victoria Secret and all fashion accounts
- Vans Inc (1991-1999) - New York Metropolitan area sales representative. Developed a wide network of accounts including all mens, women's, children's footwear and apparel Also, controlled snow sales of all product in region Launched Van's Snowboard boot and apparel program
- Other brands represented at GCM LLC - Akademiks, Alife, Affliction, Amy Jo Gladstone, Barbo, BC Footwear, Bed Stu, Cobian footwear, Esquivel Footwear, Fortress Eyewear, Groove Footwear, Happy Socks, Innes Clothing, Ipath Footwear, King Louie Apparel, Time Out Apparel, LaMode, Lyle & Scott, Livs, LivHard, LB Evans, Mitica Srl, Pajar, Prince Tennis and Pickleball, Pretty Please Children's footwear, Seychelles, Schmoove, Springcourt, Tommy Hilfiger Footwear, Bite Golf Products, Woolrich Outdoor Boots, Rocawear Timepieces, Harajuku Lovers, L-A-M-B, True Religion, Truth Soul Armor, US Army Brand, Heyday, Pro-dec skateboard and snowboard helmets and accessories, Arbor Snowboards, Switch Bindings, MBS Mountainboards
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
VP of Sales and Business Development
Sneakerluxe LLC
01.2005 - 10.2006
- Initialized Jacob and Co
- Footwear and clothing brand in the marketplace
- Developed line and coordinated all facets of design to commercialization
- Influenced editorial brand placement and advertising initiatives
- Developed a Global Strategic Sales Plan and sold the line to the most influential tastemaker stores in the world which include Harrod's of London, Selfridges, Journal Standard, United Arrows, Ships, Fred Segal, Jeffery, Gregory's, and Alife
- Transitioned the brand to a volume based company by tiering and segmenting product for Finish Line, Genesco,
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Developed and implemented the go to market strategy to relaunch Superga Adults and Children's footwear in the United States
- Effectively placed the Superga brand in premier retailers in the marketplace including an all door program with Neiman Marcus.
Regional Sales Manager
Pacer Sports
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Launched Zett Baseball Products in the Northeast Territory
- Started the A.D. One brand for Adi Dassler Jr., grandson of Adidas.
- Streamlined sales processes to enhance efficiency, improve customer experience, and boost revenue growth.
Sales representative
Leisure Marketing
01.1989 - 01.1991
- Sales representative for multi million dollar sales agency
- Effectively, started Pro-Player, Zubaz, and Tanel Footwear for the company
- Also, acted for Tanel as a professional athlete player endorsement specialist
- Signed to contracts Thurman Thomas, Buffalo Bills, and other NFL athletes
- Represented Impex Life Cycle, Bollinger Fitness Equipment, and Neumann Athletic Gloves, and Adidas Soccer.
Airwalk
01.1987 - 01.1989
- Pioneered the skate culture brand in the New York Metropolitan area
- Convinced retailers there would be a need for skate-specific footwear
- Started same time as Tony Hawk
- Sold first Airwalk snowboard boots and clothing for the trademark.
Education
Bachelors of Business Administration - Marketing
Iona University
01.1993
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Thinking
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Visionary leadership
- Client Engagement
- Strategic Vision
- Market Knowledge
- New Business Development
- Contract Negotiation
- Relationship and Team Building
- Profit and Loss Management
Hobbies and Interests
- Family Activities
- Fitness
- Golf
- Sports Enthusiast
Timeline
VP of Sales and Business Development
Sneakerluxe LLC
01.2005 - 10.2006
Founder and President
Great Commission Marketing LLC
01.1995 - Current
Regional Sales Manager
Pacer Sports
01.1991 - 01.1993
Sales representative
Leisure Marketing
01.1989 - 01.1991
Airwalk
01.1987 - 01.1989
Bachelors of Business Administration - Marketing
Iona University
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