Zach G.

About Zach G.

I build structure inside complex hardware ecosystems.My career began in frontline device sales and secondary market trading. Over time, I transitioned into enterprise lifecycle strategy — designing the operational systems, controls, and monetization frameworks that allow large device portfolios to scale efficiently across global markets.At Apkudo, I lead asset sales strategy and enterprise refurbishment program execution. I manage portfolio valuation strategy, global resale channels, and downstream buyer ecosystems to ensure liquidity, margin protection, and capital efficiency within the enterprise take-back channel.Beyond sales execution, my focus is operational architecture.I’ve:Stabilized complex multi-vendor refurbishment environmentsDesigned scalable production layouts and labor modelsAuthored standardized workflows, controls, and escalation pathsIdentified misalignment between digital systems and real-world production behavior and driven correction initiativesPreviously at Mobile ReCell, I led asset sales operations, built key processor relationships, implemented ERP initiatives, and aligned inventory, finance, and operational teams under structured systems.My strength sits at the intersection of:• Secondary device markets• Enterprise lifecycle operations• Portfolio valuation strategy• Supply chain risk mitigation• Process design and executionI understand both the market mechanics and the operational discipline required to scale them. Focused on building durable lifecycle infrastructure that enables enterprises to scale device recovery, refurbishment, and resale with operational discipline.

Experience

1. Director of Asset Sales

   Apkudo

   Mar 2024 — Present

   Lead asset sales strategy within enterprise device take-back programsProvide valuation guidance for large mobile device portfolios across global secondary marketsBuild and manage downstream buyer networks to optimize liquidityStabilize multi-vendor refurbishment initiatives within telecom environmentsDesign production layouts, machine allocation models, and labor frameworks for scalable throughputDevelop operational blueprints standardizing workflows and controlsDrive system alignment initiatives between digital tools and physical production environments

Education

• Western Kentucky University

  Business Administration and Management, General