John Harden

About John Harden

I’m a product and brand strategist leading Taylor Labeling Solutions, where we combine innovative thinking, process efficiency, and advanced technology to drive measurable results. Whether developing cutting-edge labeling solutions or optimizing sales and profitability, I focus on delivering value through practical innovation.Professional BackgroundWith a track record of solving complex business challenges, I’ve secured patents across life sciences, brand protection, document security, and print-on-demand. My work spans product launches, mobile app development, account-based marketing, and automation platforms, serving a wide range of industries.AI & Emerging TechnologyI\'m actively integrating AI to enhance sales enablement, marketing automation, and market intelligence. At Taylor, we\'re not just adapting to technology—we’re helping shape its application within the labeling and packaging industry.Entrepreneurship & VenturesBeyond Taylor, I’ve founded and grown five ventures:Carolina Reef Foundation – Coral reef conservation and educationFontsPlus – Digital design assetsTrialCard – Healthcare access solutionsCountry Club Technologies – Member engagement toolsInfotec – Enterprise software servicesEach reflects a passion for solving real-world problems through smart, scalable solutions.Nonprofit LeadershipI remain committed to social impact through leadership roles in nonprofits like Children’s Flight of Hope and Carolina Reef Foundation, helping deliver critical medical care and restore ocean ecosystems.If you\'re passionate about where leadership, innovation, and purpose meet—let’s connect.

Experience

1. Director- Labeling Solutions

   Taylor Corporation

   Oct 2015 — Present · Concord, NC, US

   In this role John is responsible for developing and implementing strategy for the Labeling Solutions business unit. This requires direct leadership in product & channel management, marketing, sales training, M&A strategy, manufacturing and customer service. A key part of this role also involves leading innovation efforts for Digitization, RFID, Print on Demand, and most recently innovating around hybrid press technology.

Education

• University of North Carolina at Pembroke

  Bachelor's of Science, Marketing

  1979 — 1982

• University of North Carolina Wilmington

  Business Administration, Marketing

  1980 — 1982

• University of Phoenix

  MBA, Technology MGT

  2000 — 2002

Skills

• Product Marketing
• Social Media Marketing
• Solution Selling
• Business Planning
• Program Management
• Digital Printing
• Turn Around Management
• Business-to-Business (B2b)
• Print Management
• Anti-Counterfeiting
• Account Management
• Marketing
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Marketing Strategy
• Leadership
• Business Development
• Budgets
• Sales Process
• Brand Protection
• Fraud Prevention
• Strategic Partnerships
• Fraud
• Training
• New Business Development
• Strategic Planning
• Business Process Improvement
• Project Management
• B2b
• Direct Marketing
• Labels
• Brand Development
• Product Development
• Key Account Management
• Product Management
• Channel Partners
• Consulting
• Innovation
• Crm
• Strategy
• P&L Management