Russell Tuchman
VP of Business Development, New York, NY
Professional Overview
Russell Tuchman is an experienced business development executive with a proven track record of driving growth and strategic partnerships. As the VP of Business Development at Select, he is responsible for identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities, forging strategic alliances, and expanding the company's footprint across various industries.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the VP of Business Development at Select, Russell is spearheading the company's business development initiatives, with a focus on identifying and securing high-value partnerships, exploring new market verticals, and leading cross-functional collaboration to drive revenue growth. Under his leadership, Select has successfully expanded its customer base and entered into several strategic alliances that have significantly enhanced the company's market position.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Russell co-founded and served as the CEO of Rebuildee, a start-up that provided innovative solutions for the construction industry. Before that, he held various business development and operations roles, including Business Development Manager at Fooda, Vice President of Deal Operations at Savage Advisory, and Founder and CEO of BashPros Inc., a successful event management software company. Russell's early career experience also includes roles at leading organizations such as Creative Artists Agency (CAA), ICM Partners, Best Buy, Macy's, and Abercrombie & Fitch, where he honed his skills in business development, strategic planning, and client relationship management.
Academic Background
Russell holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he majored in Economics and minored in Entrepreneurship.
Areas of Expertise
- Business development and strategic partnerships
- Market expansion and new business acquisition
- Entrepreneurship and start-up management
- Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership
- Data-driven decision making and performance optimization
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Russell has demonstrated a keen ability to identify and capitalize on emerging market opportunities. At Rebuildee, he successfully led the company's growth, resulting in a successful exit. At Select, he has been instrumental in securing several high-profile partnerships and driving the company's expansion into new verticals, contributing to its strong financial performance and industry recognition.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and proven track record of success, Russell is well-positioned to continue driving growth and innovation as the VP of Business Development at Select. His expertise in business development, entrepreneurship, and cross-functional collaboration make him a valuable asset to the company and its stakeholders.
