Ed Cleary has more than 20 years experience in domestic and international business management. He has produced exceptional results throughout his career by applying a unique blend of skills in business development, operations and strategic planning. His success as an entrepreneur included work with The Disney Companies, General Mills, FAO Schwarz, and MP3.com. He also developed the first non-traditional licensed Happy Meal for McDonald’s North America that is still ranked in the top 20 of all time. As President of Global Style, he launched dozens of successful products through his innate ability to properly position an item and develop a team of true “rain makers,” to fill the channel.
In addition to his successes in a business development roll, Ed’s diverse background has provided him the knowledge and insight necessary to produce outstanding operational results time and time again. As COO at Moon Design, and again at OCP Group, he increased efficiencies, and reduced cost all while growing the top line. His team approach to accomplishing company objectives has earned him the reputation as a fair, compassionate leader who has recruited, mentored and developed many individuals to take on greater professional responsibilities.
Ed Cleary
• Produced 15% sales growth while reducing break-even by 35%
• Reduced monthly Operational Expenses 18%
• Increased inventory turns by 33% / reduced inventory by 26%
• Managed $50+ million per quarter in sales for 6 straight quarters through a network of 100+ domestic and international sales associates
• Negotiated asset only acquisition increasing sales 15%
• Created Happy Meal promotion for McDonald’s North America ranked in the top 20 of all time
• Managed hard goods product from inception to 65 million units domestically in 18 months
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Support Team
With more than 20 years experience in all aspects of business management, Ed Cleary has developed an exceptional team of professional resources to ensure all of your needs are met.
• Legal, HR, Finance, Logistics, IT, Graphic Design, Web Management, Sales Associates
“Ed is a very experienced, creative, and thoughtful executive who has unique gifts. Ed can balance the management of Human Capital with deep analytical skills and driving results. I have known Ed for a number of years and highly recommend him.”
Michael Brainard, Owner , Brainard Strategy
“The do'er? While most people are still in the process of getting organized, chances are that Ed Cleary has already gotten the job done. More specifically, he has the keen ability of developing an effective strategy and plan for any given challenge before swiftly executing.”
Mike Nelson , Owner, Creative Director , Type G
