Eric L.

Founder at VEE INTERNATIONAL, INC. | Harvard Business School OPM60

New York City Metropolitan Area

About

As Chief Innovation Officer, I lead our organization's digital transformation, AI integration, and emerging technology evaluation to drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage. My approach to innovation and product development is deeply user-centric, balancing creative problem-solving with meticulous planning. By standardizing components, automating production, and practicing ethical manufacturing, we deliver exceptional value while maintaining our commitment to quality and safety. Despite being a college dropout who found my professional calling in my mid-30s, I was fortunate to attend Harvard Business School's OPM program, which transformed my leadership perspective. As an active member of Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO), I believe in continuous learning and development—both for myself and those I lead. I'm passionate about fostering a culture where innovation thrives through collaboration, agility, and ethical practices. My leadership philosophy centers on empowering teams to embrace continuous improvement while maintaining our commitment to responsible business practices, from ensuring factory workers receive fair treatment and benefits to creating products that genuinely improve customers' lives. I'm always eager to connect with fellow leaders interested in ethical innovation, digital transformation, and creating organizational cultures where both people and ideas can flourish.

Experience

  • Chief Innovation Officer at VEE INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Mar 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 4 mos

  • Vee International Inc. (14 yrs 3 mos)
    • Chief Operating Officer
      May 2007 - Mar 2020 · 12 yrs 11 mos

      Product development. Manufacturing. Brand Management

    • Chief Operating Officer
      2006 - Mar 2020 · 14 yrs 3 mos

      i play many roles: oversee day to day operations, creative director, product developer, brand manager, business development, marketing, and more.....