Ron Koch

Ron Koch has a diverse work experience spanning over several positions and industries. Ron began their career as an Art Department Specialist at Universal Pictures, working on various feature films. From there, they transitioned to Apogee USA, LLC, where they served as an Art Director, Sales Rep, and Entrepreneur for a collegiate licensed apparel brand. During their time at Apogee USA, they played a crucial role in its growth and success, leading to its acquisition by a larger vendor.

In 2007, Ron joined E5 USA, Inc. as a Brand Manager. In this role, they shaped and communicated the brand vision, developed seasonal brand strategies, and managed the creative and graphic design teams. Ron also worked closely with the marketing and sales departments to develop marketing plans and analyze market trends. Under their leadership, E5 achieved impressive growth, with a 25% average year-over-year increase for ten consecutive years.

Currently, Ron holds the position of Creative Director at Original Retro Brand. Here, they direct brand strategy and creative from product concept to completion. Ron leads the creative team in producing product design, graphic design, and marketing collateral across various media platforms. Ron also collaborates with the marketing and sales teams, analyzing brand tracking, market trends, and consumer needs to identify opportunities for further growth. Their efforts have resulted in the successful introduction of new products and increased distribution and market share for 2022.

Ron Koch's education history includes a Bachelor's degree from Arizona State University. The field of study for their Bachelor's degree is not specified. In addition to their formal education, they have obtained a certification in "Aligning Sales and Marketing" from LinkedIn in August 2020.