Brian Gerten

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About Brian Gerten

Accomplished Executive with proven success at achieving profitable sales growth. I have 20 years of advancing responsibilities in sales, marketing, category management, operations, merchandising, as well as retail merchant and inventory management. I have a consistent track record in driving revenue while delivering P&L goals. I am passionate about building and developing high performing cross-functional teams, promoting team members, and creating a culture of strategic change and forward actions thinking – solving complex problems with result orientated solutions.Vast retailer experience (Amazon, Target, Wal-Mart, Toys R Us, Best Buy, Kmart, Meijer, and retailers throughout Canada - Canadian Tire, Walmart, ToysRUs, MasterMind, and Indigo). Knowledge and results across various categories (Food, Beverage, Toys, Entertainment, Licensing, and Electronics)Skilled in Strategic Business Planning, P&L Management, Team & Cross-Functional Leadership, Product Development, Brand Development, Sales Channel and Account Level Strategy, and Operational Strategy.Strong formal education from University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business (MBA) and St. John's University (BA).