Charles Passantino, MBA

Charles Passantino, MBA has a diverse work experience in the animal health industry. Charles began their career as a Territory Manager at Beecham Laboratories, later merged with SmithKline Beecham and Pfizer Animal Health. Here, they called on veterinarians and developed skills in building relationships and closing sales. Charles then worked as a Major Account Manager at Zoetis Inc., where they successfully sold veterinary pharmaceutical products and oversaw national accounts. At Innovex, they served as the Director of Sales and Business Development, managing 14 animal health sales teams and overseeing the P&L of $18+ million in product sales. As the Director of Sales at Bayer Animal Health, they developed and executed a successful sales plan and implemented a sales force automation system. Charles then joined JR Simplot as the North Valley Area Manager, managing fixed assets and increasing sales by 260%. At Mars Veterinary Health, they served as the V.P. of Sales, managing sales efforts and launching new products in the animal health market. At Vetoquinol, they worked as the VET Business Unit Director, implementing sales programs and increasing sales and productivity. Lastly, at Liphatech, Inc., they held the role of Business Director, Pest Management Division, where they managed sales, marketing, and operations, achieving record sales and double-digit growth. Currently, Charles is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Revival Animal Health, overseeing the company's growth and maintaining a focus on pet care knowledge and customer service.

Charles Passantino, MBA, holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration and Management, General, which they obtained from The University of Texas at Arlington from 2013 to 2015. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Administration, Marketing from San Jose State University between 1981 and 1985. Charles also attended Foothill College from 1979 to 1981 for general studies. Charles completed their secondary education at Mountain View High School from 1976 to 1979. Additionally, Charles holds a Graduate Certificate in Asian Studies from The University of Texas at Arlington, although the exact timing of its completion is unspecified.