Laura Wells
@laurawells
Director of Product Management driving executable product lifecycles, cost control, and cross‑functional alignment.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
Strategic operations and product development leader with 24+ years of experience aligning market opportunity to operational capability. I partner across teams to turn complex ideas into structured, executable plans that drive measurable results. Known for bringing clarity, consistency, and forward momentum to cross-functional initiatives, I help organizations strengthen portfolio performance while building scalable processes that last. Trusted by executive leadership and stakeholders alike, I lead with discipline, collaboration, and a steady focus on long-term growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director of Product Management
TOPS Products LLC
Jan 2013 - Oct 2025 (12 years 9 months)
Owned full product lifecycle and NPD, establishing standardized specification systems and processes that improved speed-to-market and cost efficiency; led private-label and branded strategies for major retailers and executed national retail display programs across 1,500+ locations.
Senior Product Manager
TOPS Products LLC
Jan 2011 - Jan 2013 (2 years)
Led global specification development and SKU consolidation, streamlining operations by consolidating 350+ SKUs and supporting rebranding and major private-label integrations.
Product Manager
TOPS Products LLC
Jan 2007 - Jan 2011 (4 years)
Executed promotional programs and sales training that moved $570M+ of excess inventory, served as product spokesperson, and developed operational training materials for AS400/mainframe reporting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MUMissouri State University
Bachelor of Science, Marketing (Advertising/Promotion)
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a concentration in Advertising/Promotion and a minor in Creative Writing.
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