Danny Stein

Background

About Danny Stein

After more than 35 years in the Health, Beauty, and Halloween industries, I now work with founders and leadership teams as an advisor.As Co-Owner of Cinema Secrets, I’ve spent decades building and operating brands that sell nationally and internationally through major retailers including Sephora, Party City, and Spencer Gifts.Over the years I’ve worked with companies ranging from startups and small entrepreneurial brands to large national retailers, and across nearly every part of the business — product development, operations, finance, distribution, and strategic growth.Today I primarily work with companies in the Beauty, Wellness, and CPG space, helping them identify practical ways to operate more efficiently and improve profitability.A lot of my time is spent helping companies identify ways to improve operations, strengthen cash flow, reduce unnecessary costs, and uncover opportunities that increase profitability.How I Help Companies• Improve operations and identify ways to reduce unnecessary costs• Strengthen cash flow and collections processes• Identify overlooked opportunities to increase margins and profitability• Introduce partners for manufacturing, sourcing, and product development• Assist with growth, expansion, and strategic partnerships• Work with banks, financial institutions, and factors when companies are navigating growth or turnaround situationsAI & TechnologyI also work with companies to evaluate AI tools and emerging technology platforms that can improve efficiency, operations, and decision-making.Rather than trying to be an expert in every area, I regularly work with specialists and experts in different fields so clients receive the best possible information and guidance when evaluating new technology.Employee Wellness & Tax Efficiency ProgramsI also work with companies on opportunities that can benefit both the business and its employees, including programs that improve employee financial and personal wellness while creating payroll tax efficiencies for the employer.About Cinema SecretsCinema Secrets manufactures professional and retail cosmetics as well as Halloween product lines, selling both domestically and internationally.Major retail partners have included Sephora, Party City, and Spencer & Facebookcinemasecretspro – professional pagesdanny.stein – personal (mostly food and cycling)