Ryan D.

Ryan D.

CEO, Founder @ Alizé Umbrella

About

As the CEO of Alizé, I’m proud to be part of a team that is shaking up an industry that’s seen little innovation for nearly 20 years. Our flagship product, the Alizé Active Cooling Umbrella, combines sleek design with groundbreaking cooling technology, offering expansive shade coverage, built-in cooling fans, and an easy-fold mechanism to enhance comfort in even the hottest weather. Once you try an Alizé we are confident you will never look at an umbrella the same way again. At Alizé, we believe in pushing boundaries. With our own production facility, we control every step of the manufacturing process, ensuring top-quality, efficient production and the ability to innovate swiftly. We’re not just creating umbrellas; we’re offering a solution to the sweltering summer heat and guaranteeing a day off is never wasted. Alizé is setting the standard for outdoor comfort, and we’re just getting started. With a passionate team of innovators and professionals, we’re positioning Alizé as a global leader in outdoor products, disrupting the umbrella market with unmatched convenience and style. If you're looking for a partnership, collaboration, or just want to learn more about our innovative approach to outdoor products, feel free to reach out. Let’s create something extraordinary together!

Country

United States

City

Mooresville

Industry

Consumer Goods

Skill

Product Innovation, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy, Brand Development & Marketing, Strategic Leadership, Innovation Management, Manufacturing Operations, International Business Expansion, Retail Partnerships, Team Leadership and Collaboration, Technology Integration, Inventing, Manufacturing, Design, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Social Media Marketing, Retail

Experience

Alizé Umbrella

CEO, Founder

Alizé Umbrella

LinkedIn
2024-2 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

Mooresville, North Carolina, United States

Beyond Shade: Breeze on Demand At Alizé, we offer umbrellas designed to meet your personal outdoor needs, keep your guests and customers comfortable and supply distributors looking to offer unique, elegant products that elevate outdoor spaces. Whether its functional solutions or stylish enhancements, Alizé delivers unmatched quality and expertise. Every Alizé umbrella is designed from the ground up, incorporating the finest materials and craftsmanship the industry has to offer. Our commitment to continuous innovation drives us to create products that are not only visually striking but also highly functional and built to last. We rigorously test all our products to ensure they perform flawlessly in real-world conditions, giving you peace of mind with every purchase. Backed by our manufacturer’s warranty, you can trust that your investment in Alizé products is one that will stand the test of time. At Alizé, we are dedicated to delivering truly innovative solutions applied to outdoor essentials. Whether you’re enhancing your personal outdoor space or providing your customers with high-quality, elegant options, Alizé is the partner you can rely on to redefine outdoor living with style, durability, and performance. • Lead and oversee the strategic direction, operations, and growth of Alizé, a company revolutionizing the umbrella market with advanced cooling technology. • Manage the development and production of our Alizé Active Cooling Umbrella, featuring innovative built-in cooling fans, extensive shade coverage, and easy-fold functionality for maximum convenience. • Drive business expansion through partnerships, retail channels, and eCommerce, establishing Alizé as the leading brand in active cooling outdoor solutions. • Champion continuous innovation, ensuring our products remain at the forefront of technology, comfort, and design. • Oversee a talented team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance to achieve company goals.

LS Giant

Business Development Manager

LS Giant

2020-1 - Present · 6 yrs 9 mos

Xiamen, Dongguan, Taipei

Ls Giant is a family owned manufacturing company with locations in Dongguan, Xiamen, and Taipei. We specialize basketball goals, sports equipment, playgrounds, umbrellas, outdoor furniture.

LS Giant

New Business Development

LS Giant

2019-10 - 2022-3 · 2 yrs 6 mos
ADVN Design

Founder

ADVN Design

2019-10 - Present · 7 yrs

Fujian, China

I help brands develop new products

Rukket Sports

Co-Founder

Rukket Sports

2011-10 - 2019 · 7 yrs

Dongguan, Guangdong, China

Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences

Researcher

Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences

2010-2 - 2011-4 · 1 yr 3 mos

Fuzhou Fujian

In the field I visited beautiful and remote villages to teach fish disease management to farmers, take samples, and drink Baiju with local government officials. At the bench was the first person, to my knowledge, to apply and get measurable results using ELISPOT assay on European Eel: measured and quantified immune system response (T cell specificity) to vaccination across multiple organs.

J&S Power Systems

Technician

J&S Power Systems

2009-1 - 2010-1 · 1 yr 1 mo

New York, New York

Cleaned, repaired, and troubleshot Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's) and automatic relays located in the basements, rooftops and engineering floors on many of Manhattan's tallest skyscrapers. Maintained electrical equipment deep within the labyrinth of public infrastructure that keeps New York City running.

The Black Dog Tall Ships & Wharf Companies

First Mate

The Black Dog Tall Ships & Wharf Companies

LinkedIn
2000-6 - 2009-9 · 9 yrs 4 mos

New England Coast

Summer Position between college semesters Also served as ships cook for 2 summers

University of Georgia Department of Infectious Diseases

Lab Assistant

University of Georgia Department of Infectious Diseases

2004-8 - 2007-12 · 3 yrs 5 mos

Athens, Georgia Area

Maintained 3 holding facilities used for storage and experimentation of Channel Catfish and Japanese Koi In charge of detailed daily records from all facilities Built and improved upon fish holding systems Managed propagation, collection, and cultivation of the fish parasitic ciliate Ichthyophthirius multifiliis Preformed basic research experiments in support of laboratory staff

Sailor

Deckhand

Sailor

2000-8 - 2003-5 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Mediterranean and Caribbean, Atlantic Ocean

Completed 2 trans atlantic voyages going both east to west and west to east Competed in Classic Yacht regattas throughout Mediterranean and Caribbean including the Prada Regatta and Antigua Classic Yacht week Trans-atlantic with Donald Street of Imray-Iollaire fame Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of sail boats in multiple countries and conditions Received 100 ton Captains license before the age of 21 Worked through countless hall outs and yard periods Sailed in almost all conditions

Education

University of Georgia - Terry College of Business

University of Georgia - Terry College of Business

LinkedIn
2003 - 2007 · 4 yrs

Ryan D.'s Contact Information

Email

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Phone

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