Bruce von Stein
Denver, Colorado, US
Denver, Colorado, US
About Bruce
I'm an innovative leader who leverages a unique blend of Fortune 500 consumer packaged goods experience with entrepreneurial/start-up expertise to drive strong top and bottom line growth while also doing good for people and the planet.
Quote
"Make a dent in the universe." - Steve Jobs
President / Owner
VSP Consulting
April 2008 - Today
Business Consultant with professional expertise in business strategy, visioning, advertising, new products, packaging, consumer and customer marketing communications, category management, private label product and packaging development, and brand management. 20+ years of business experience and focused on delivering results through actionable recommendations and planning. VSP Consulting is a Business Strategy and Marketing Consulting firm with offices in Denver, Colorado and Minneapolis, Minnesota. Key areas of expertise include: • Strategic Vision & Planning • Business Strategy • Growth Idea Identification • New Product Strategy & Development • Marketing Insights and Communication • Digital, Social, and Traditional Media • Project Management • Team Development • Business Analysis • Brand Building • Packaging Strategy & Development • Private Label Strategy & Development • Economic Development To learn more about our work and consistent track record of results, visit http://www.vsp-consulting.com/
Business Unit / Marketing Director
General Mills
January 1997 - April 2008
Ran a variety of food businesses of increasing size and scope. In my last position at General Mills I ran the Dry Dinners business with a P&L responsibility for $510MM in sales and $30MM in advertising spending. Led cross-functional team of over 40 people with 7 direct reports.
Duke University
MBA
1991 - 1993