Mark Buss has been involved in global consumer products since 1979.  He has a wide spectrum of experience which encompasses most of the world's continents. He has worked with many global and well known consumer brands He has extensive in-market experience in Europe, Middle East, Africa, North America, Latin America and Australasia and China sourcing knowledge. Worked in branded and private label programs with retailers like WalMart International Strong multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary skills Proven sales and marketing leadership in both highly evolved and developing marketplaces Expertise in manufacturing accounting, financial and operational planning Active in industry specific and global trade associations Board-level experience Mark has been on the Council of Advisors to Gerson Lehrman Group since 2005 (see link below) Mark is active in local and national organizations that promote international business.  These involve the World Affairs Council of Richmond, the Richmond Import Export Club & The International Housewares Representatives Association (IHRA).    http://www.glgroup.com/Council-Member/Mark-Buss-120344.html The Gerson Lehrman Group Councils are global networks of executives, physicians, scientists, engineers, attorneys, and other professionals who deliver expertise and decision-making assistance to business, government and investment leaders from around the world.   Click on the link to learn more..