Senior executive with extensive experience in specialized yarn manufacturing, sales, and marketing. Leveraged innovative "Pull and Push" sales strategies and cultivated strong relationships with brands and retailers. Unique expertise in solving supply chain challenges, with in-depth knowledge of processing details from fiber forward. Currently serving as President of the Georgia Soft Goods Education Foundation. Additionally, serving as the CEO of Genesis AdvanceTech Engineering, a startup commercializing a UGA patent for sustainable cellulosic yarn and fabric dyeing methods. Born in Panama and but grew up in North Carolina. Received a BS in Textile Management with emphasis in Information Technology from North Carolina State University. Passionate about mentoring young professionals and students, sharing insights gained from a successful career. Happily married for 40 years with three sons and three grandchildren.
