Kenneth is skilled in building winning sales & marketing programs that can consistently target, generate leads and close deals. Kenneth also has extensive experience in show & event management including space & design planning, and event marketing. Kenneth has executed successful online, offline marketing and PR strategies including advertising, communication and promotional campaigns, resulted in strong market presence for brands he represented.

 

1998: DIGITAL MARKETING

 

Kenneth started his career in Montreal with a developer of Multiplayer Online Games, enterprise communication and security server software. As a marketing specialist, he implemented very successful digital marketing strategies such as SEO (Search Engine Optimization), online reviews, backlinks, and eWOM (e-word-of-mouth). The company experienced an exponential growth from 6 to 100 employees within 24 months. Kenneth was then promoted to the role of sales & marketing manager and under his leadership, sales increased by 400% during his tenure.

 

2004: PLUSH LIVING Los Angeles

 

Kenneth moved to Los Angeles USA in 2004 where he started Plush Living with his wife, a mid-century modern bed linen company. Plush Living had an award-winning showroom and was engaged in online retail, wholesale and custom design. Within 2 years, Plush Living became a Starwood Preferred Vendor and supplied W Hotels worldwide. Plush Living also supplied Boutique Hotel Kimpton and California Winery Clos Du Val. Other retailers include Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and BO Concepts.

 

Notable National and international media feature stories and Interviews: 

 

InStyle

Lucky Magazine

Brides Magazine

Bridal Guide

The New York Times

The Washington Post. 

Home & Garden TV (HGTV)

KTLA Warner Brothers.

 

2008: GATELIER Luxury Home Decor

 

In 2008, Kenneth co-Founded Gatelier, a precious metal gift and home decor company that designed, manufactured and distributed products to high-end retailers worldwide including

 

Wynn Hotels Las Vegas & Macau

Gump’s San Francisco

Geary’s Los Angeles

Fortnum & Mason London, UK

 

2014: Football

 

Kenneth represented a Chinese consortium in a consulting role to negotiate the purchase of Italian football team. Kenneth traveled to Milan as part of the negotiation team, completed the business planning and submitted a commercial proposal for the team's Asia expansion plan. The deal was finally awarded to another party which was the highest bidder.

 

2016: CLASSIC CAR AUCTION STARTUP

 

Kenneth successfully initiated Hong Kong's first classic and collectible car auction house. The 2 auction events were a luxurious and intimate gathering of enthusiasts, collectors, and friends for the appreciation and enjoyment of classic automobile collecting and investment. 15 rare classic & collectible cars were sold under the hammer, achieving 33% sold through rate.

 

Press coverage on major newspaper and magazine achieved a combined media value of over $10M. A total attendances of 1000 guests and 300% increase in attendance from show to show.

 

Another major highlight was the development of Hong Kong's First Live Auction Display & Live Online Bidding Platform (APP + WEB) that was featured on Apple Mobility Partner website and successfully sold cars at its launch.

 

2017: PARETO PRINCIPAL

 

The thirst for challenges has prompted Kenneth to start a strategic marketing agency, Pareto Principal. Leveraging serial entrepreneurial and corporate experience in multiple countries, Kenneth and his team are ready to help clients achieve results and increase revenue using integrated marketing strategies.