Petra Michael

Background

About Petra Michael

I bridge the worlds of global hospitality, performance apparel, and supply‑chain execution to turn white‑board ideas into high‑margin reality. Over the past 17 years I have: Generated $100 M+ in B2B revenue across North America, Europe, and APAC—closing multi‑year programs with Hilton, and Hyatt brands. Built SKYblue Pickleball from concept to international label, launching 200+ SKUs and outfitting National Pickleball League and Major League Pickleball teams. Directed end‑to‑end product development—from trend research and IP protection to factory sourcing, quality control, and e‑commerce roll‑out—while holding costs within 2 % of target. Recovered six‑figure past‑due payments without litigation, proving my resolve and financial stewardship. My super‑power is architecting revenue flywheels: I spot an unmet market, craft a compelling product story, align cross‑functional teams, and negotiate win‑win deals that scale quickly yet sustainably. Whether I’m coaching designers on tech‑pack accuracy, mentoring sales reps on Salesforce hygiene, or persuading C‑suite decision‑makers to pilot a branded pickleball experience, I keep one metric in focus—profitable growth. Core Competencies-Market expansion & territory build‑out -Product‑development & sourcing (activewear / uniforms)-Hospitality brand standards & guest‑experience design -Contract negotiation & strategic partnerships -Cross‑border supply‑chain & quality assurance Multilingual relationship management (EN, DE, IT, FR, ES) What I’m Looking For: Remote‑first or hybrid leadership roles where commercial strategy meets product innovation—e.g, Director of Product Development, Head of Strategic Partnerships, or Consulting engagements helping brands launch performance apparel lines or hospitality activation programs. Let’s connect if you need a growth architect who can design, sell, and deliver.