Ryan Sweeney
Senior Laser Engraving Engineer & New Product Development · Glockstore
San Diego, CA
In My Own Words
PRODUCT DESIGN | DEVELOPMENT | MANAGEMENT | STRATEGY | EXECUTION
A creative and innovative industrial design foundation combined with expertise in product and brand development. Through Integrity, Leadership, Expertise, Discovery and Passion. I create successful product lines that are delivered on time, on budget and sell through in the market place.
• 24 years experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design, Dreamweaver (MAC or PC) • Microsoft Excel, Office and Asana project management experience • Draftsman Cutting Shop, Solidworks & various proprietary CAD programs • International and domestic manufacturing experience with textiles, cut & sew, sublimation printing, screen printing, embroidery, laser engraving, metal fabrication, metal stamping, electronics, injection and compression molding, rapid prototyping, model making, apparel pattern making and fitment • Well versed in trade show exhibit design, photo shoot coordination, technical copy writing. • Motorcycle/Power sports, Action sports, Adventure, Outdoors, Firearms & Fashion industries background
Work Experience
Senior Laser Engraving Engineer & New Product Development
Glockstore2015 – Present
• Prep custom and production graphics for laser engraving • Increased efficiency and output of laser engraving department by 600% within 6 months • Manage product development process with international & domestic suppliers. (metal stamping & machined parts)
Product Design & Development, Graphic Design, Custom Art, Product Planning, Brand Identity, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Importing and more
Independent Contractor / Design & Development Consultant2008 – Present
• Fascilitated the launch of 6 Start-ups (1 was featured on Shark Tank) • Drove market research, identified price points, developed product line plans and established brand identity. • Designed product, trade show exhibits, banners, corporate identity and misc. marketing collateral. • Sourced and managed international and domestic manufacturing suppliers.
Founder - Owner - Operator
BRINK Expeditions2015 – 2019
• Launched Spearfishing, Fishing & Coastal Cruise boat charter business • USCG Licensed boat captain & maker of our clients adventure dreams coming true • Created brand identity (graphic design, website, booking system, marketing & advertising) • Lead a team of 2 full time and up to 4 part time captains, deckhands, film crew & collaborators
Document Control Associate: Medical devices/spine surgery
Nuvasive Inc.2012 – 2014
• Managed corporate records and documents in compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. • Facilitated content support during 3rd party audits. • Created procedures focused on department efficiencies & inter-office communication.
Founder - Owner - Operator
PRECISION DIVE PRODUCTS2009 – 2012
• Conceptualized and designed a line of spearfishing apparel that addressed gaps in the market. • Created technical artwork & managed product development via international and domestic manufacturers. • Managed importing process of sporting goods and apparel. • Designed, developed and managed nationwide distribution channels & retail network, website and online store.
Technical Racewear Developer
ONE Industries MX, SIX-SIX-ONE Bicycle2010 – 2011
• Researched relevant market trends, price points, materials and manufacturing processes. • Created and managed seasonal line plans. • Lead collaboration between design team, factories, sales and marketing departments. • Grew annual product line and increased sell through by expanding upon successful design trends.
Product Development Engineer
H2O AUDIO INC. (waterproof headphone systems/Wearable technology)2008 – 2009
• Launched a new “soft goods” category, allowing more flexibility, reduced cost and faster time to market. • Lead competitive market research and introduced new manufacturing processes to H2O Audio. • Created and managed seasonal line plans. • Conceptualized new product categories, prepared tech packs, managed sampling process and production.
Product Developer / Technical Designer
FAIRCHILD SPORTS: Agency for Yamaha Snowmobile, Yamaha Star Motorcycles, Slednecks Snowmobile2006 – 2008
• Initiated sales history review and seasonal planning leading to a stream lined product offering that reduced inventory and increased sales. • Managed communication between clients, design team and international suppliers. • Created project tech packs and managed the sampling process through production. • Coordinated product photo-shoots, salesman samples, catalogs & other client needs.
Product Developer
Parts Unlimited: Thor MX, Icon Motorsports, Slippery Jet Ski Apparel, Z1R Helmets2004 – 2006
• Initiated and managed seasonal line-plans and new product ideas in collaboration with the design and marketing teams. • Facilitated on-time, on-target projects in collaboration with designers and international suppliers. • Traveled to international factories for product development and price negotiations. • Innovated product categories that lead to company growth during an industry down turn.
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