Rus Reed

Over 20 years successfully managing, developing, and launching new products. Directing collaborative teams including ID, PLM, engineering to meet product launch goals. Program/product plan creation and maintenance following executive directives. Oversight of program/product documents including budgets, project costs, product cost models, bills of materials, testing requirements, and quality control. Creation of conceptual designs, product strategies, and commercialization of product lines. 2D &amp; 3D CAD file creation, development, prototyping processes, and final part refinement. Understanding and utilization of DFM (design for manufacturing) process. Development specialization using multi-material injection moulded processes utilizing the latest technologies and finishing processes. Creation and lifecycle management of many types of prototyping and production tools. Vendor selection, managing domestic/international factory relationships to establish product specifications, quality, costs, and maintain timelines. 20+ trips each to Europe and Asia. Defining and developing all types of displays, packaging, and technical sales training materials. Products/Programs designed, developed and successfully launched for: Nike, Native Eyewear, Orvis, Cabelas, Bass Pro, Swiss Army, Bolle, Pugs, Revision Military. </p>