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I have a background in sales and product management. I enjoy finding products that make it to the retail shelves and sell. I am wired half creative and analytical. I tend to see both sides of the issue. I know how to approach things rationally and I can switch gears to think “outside the box”. I enjoy traveling. I have had the opportunity to travel to many places in the world: Europe, South America, Asia, and Africa. I try to take on a global perspective when looking at the dynamics that are effecting an industry becasue we are in global economy.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

CEO Interviews

Levin seems to keep a relatiely low profile and is not centered around any scandals.

CEO Interview Family Dollar

Posted on Jan 07, 2009 in Jim Cramer Mad Money CEO Interviews - Leave a comment
Cramer talked with Family Dollar (FDO) chairman and CEO Howard Levine, to find out if the company’s recent success will continue. Shares of Family Dollar Stores surged 14% Wednesday after the company reported better-than-expected earnings. The company also raised its 2009 guidance, lowered its inventory levels and increased their gross margins. Levine said FDO is doing well with its food programs, which accept food stamps at many of its locations. He also said FDO plans to reap big rewards by accepting credit cards, which will position the firm for the trade-down customer. Levine mentioned the company plans to expand its private label program in 2009 by improving packaging and upgrading merchandise in the health product segment. Lastly, Levine said Family Dollar is taking steps to avoid theft by retaining management and reducing inventory. Cramer said Wall Street is underestimating Family Dollar. He told viewers to buy the stock and he expects many analysts will upgrade the name soon.


Another more recent Family Dollar CEO interview. Levin talks about teh inmportance of focusing on the customer and being adaptable.

Check out the youtube link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=di1M99Y_3V4
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  1. VanessaDecember 3, 2010 at 5:59 PM

    With the type of store Family Dollar is, it is important to be able to focus on customer needs and adapt to those needs. In my opinion, it is a vital part of companies like that.

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