Craig Harris
About
I am an Entrepreneur, former CEO, Innovative Management and Branding Strategist with 22 years experience in marketing and branding consumer goods, food and beverage, retail, distribution, product development, import, export and online web-site development business activities in Japan. My past business endeavors include independently owned and operated retail stores, national wholesale product distribution to department stores, gourmet supermarkets and trading companies, as well as miscellaneous consulting and advisory positions.
Work Experience
Entrepreneur - Founder & CEO
Created company with $8,000 investment generating $3M annual sales. Managed retail stores, import/export, consulting, production, development, sales, marketing, branding, finance, HR.
Chairman Emeritus
Oversaw general operations and assisted with technical and operational schematics including development of coffee varieties and beverage blends for 60+ Harbs and Antico Cafes.
Director - Gourmet Food Import and Distribution / Branding Development and Marketing Specialist
Utilize 20+ years experience to bridge foreign products for market entry into Japan and other Asian countries. Developed infrastructure for Guittard Chocolate Company resulting in $20M sales commitments.
Advisor/Consultant
Product development resulting in 50% revenue increase, acquisition, expansion, finance, personnel, marketing, import, distribution and logistics for $60M corporation.