Publications International
Chris Hellman has a significant amount of work experience in the publishing and consumer products industry. Chris started their career in 1993 as a Territory Sales Manager at Golden Books. Chris then joined Publications International in 1998 and held various positions including Key Account Manager and Senior Key Account Manager. In these roles, they managed a team of Senior Key Account Managers and achieved annual sales budgets of over $11 million. In 2004, Chris became the Director of Field Sales at Publications International, where they managed Senior Key Account Managers and diversified the product portfolio, resulting in sales growth at Kohl's and Aldi. Chris also developed packaging for a holiday toy program, generating new revenue. In 2007, Chris became the Director of National Accounts, where they expanded the company's presence in Bed, Bath & Beyond, grew Aldi into a $500,000 business, increased sales in Cracker Barrel by 116%, and developed Wal-Mart Canada into a $4 million business. Overall, Chris Hellman has demonstrated strong leadership and sales strategies throughout their career.
Chris Hellman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Northern Illinois University between the years 1983 and 1987.
Publications International
In 1967, Publications International, Ltd. went to press with its first title, Best Buys & Discount Prices. In just a few short years following, Publications International, Ltd. emerged as one of the nation's major publishers of promotional books. Smart shoppers still rely on the accurate, money-saving buying information found in our Consumer Guide® magazines. We now also publish more than 400 titles a year in categories including cooking, stationery, sports, Brain Games™, inspirational, general interest, and automotive categories.