Darren Marshall

About Darren Marshall

I’m a growth CEO with 30 years of experience building omni-channel consumer businesses. I craft strategic brand, product and channel platforms, while developing the teams, operating systems and supply chains to scale globally.I’ve led businesses across the beverage, luxury, beauty and food sectors within both Private Equity and Fortune 50 structures. I’ve lived and led in six countries; transformed small and large businesses across both digital and physical channels; and shaped the careers of high potential associates who put their trust in my leadership.I serve as the Chief Executive Officer of Steven Smith, Teamaker which has earned its place on the Inc. for 5 consecutive years, making it one of most successful growth companies in the United States.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Steven Smith Teamaker

   Jan 2018 — Present · Portland, OR, US

   Steven Smith Teamaker is an American Heritage Brand with a mission to \"Make Moments that Matter, one exceptional tea experience at a time\". Our company earns its position on the Inc. annually, enabled by both our integrated, omni-channel business model and by Teamakers who thrive within our “Head, Heart and Hustle” culture. I am accountable for the performance of our business, with full responsibility across product development, supply chain, manufacturing, marketing, e-commerce, sales and distribution. A private equity portfolio company of NextWorld Evergreen.

Education

• St. Francis Xavier University

  Bachelor of Arts (First Class Honours), Music / Economics

• Ivey Business School at Western University

  MBA, General Management

• The Royal Conservatory of Music

  Piano

  1974 — 1985

• The Wharton School

  Various Executive Development Programs, Digital / Marketing

Skills

• Customer Insight
• Analytics
• Business Strategy
• Organizational Development
• Innovation
• Management
• Strategy
• E-Commerce
• Business Development
• Fmcg
• Digital Marketing
• Team Leadership
• Market Research
• International Marketing
• International Management
• Integrated Marketing
• Marketing Communications
• Research
• Global Marketing
• Competitive Analysis
• Leadership
• Retail
• Business Analytics
• Marketing Research
• Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (Fmcg)
• Asia Pacific
• Trade Marketing
• Consumer Products
• Shopper Marketing
• Brand Equity
• Marketing Management
• Market Analysis
• Product Marketing
• Product Innovation
• Sales
• Commercial Management
• Brand Development
• Segmentation
• Strategic Thinking
• Market Planning