Rodney Sharples

CEO

Charlotte, United States30 yrs 7 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Led multi-billion-dollar operations across five continents.
  • Transformed organizations for sustainable growth and performance.
  • Expert in aligning people, processes, and platforms.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned executive in operational leadership across diverse industries including technology, marketing, and retail.

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Skills

Core Skills

Business TransformationStrategic ExecutionOperational StrategyP&l ManagementPeople DevelopmentPrivate Equity ReadinessOperational EfficiencyTurn Around ManagementDigital TransformationCorporate GovernanceProcess ImprovementGlobal OperationsKpi DevelopmentScaling OperationsInternational Business Development

Other Skills

Cross-functional Team LeadershipRevenue & Profit GrowthData-Informed DecisioningInnovation ManagementCoaching & MentoringEBITDA GrowthPerformance OptimizationOperational RestructuringOrganizational AlignmentGrowth StrategiesOrganizational DesignPerformance ManagementTeam LeadershipMergers & AcquisitionsRisk Management

About

Global COO and full-spectrum operator who leads transformation by aligning people, process, and platforms. Known for building systems that scale without breaking the humans who power them, enabling sustainable growth in complex, fast-moving environments. Proven operational leader across retail, technology, marketing, and mechanical & building services—from startups to Fortune 50 companies. Led multi-billion-dollar operations, scaled global teams across five continents, standardized fragmented systems, and rapidly simplified complexity into repeatable execution rhythm. People-first, performance-driven leader frequently engaged in interim and advisory roles to stabilize operations, establish operating rhythm, and prepare organizations for their next phase of leadership. Core Competencies Enterprise Transformation & Scale, Operational Strategy & Execution, M&A Integration & PE Value Creation, Global Systems & Process Standardization, Organizational Design & Leadership Development, Regulatory & Compliance Governance, KPI Development & Data-Driven Decisioning, Turning Complexity Into Clarity & Momentum

Experience

30 yrs 7 mos
Total Experience
3 yrs 10 mos
Average Tenure
6 yrs 1 mo
Current Experience

The eikon group

Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder

Apr 2020Present · 6 yrs 1 mo · Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

  • Advising CEOs of mid-market companies on strategy execution, scaling, and transformation using data-informed decisioning. Keen listener with a proven ability to cut through organizational noise and drive disciplined execution that accelerates growth and momentum.
  • Aligned cross-functional teams at an IT services company, compressing expansion timelines by 5.4%.
  • Streamlined workflows at a national HR provider, cutting launch cycles by 12% and speeding revenue capture.
  • Implemented AI-enabled decision systems at an industrial supplier to improve clarity and executive decision-making.
Cross-functional Team LeadershipBusiness TransformationRevenue & Profit GrowthScaling OperationsData-Informed DecisioningStrategic Execution+4

Benson integrated marketing solutions

Chief Experience Officer

Jan 2019Apr 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos · Greater Atlanta Area

  • Recruited to lead a multi-year business transformation, aligning 125+ staff and $44.6M P&L to a 10X growth strategy.
  • Designed and executed a strategic roadmap integrating growth, scale, and execution.
  • Increased contract value by 19% through upsell and value-add strategies.
  • Cut attrition from 68% to 19% by building performance programs tied to KPIs.
Cross-functional Team LeadershipBusiness TransformationEBITDA GrowthPerformance OptimizationScaling OperationsProcess Improvement+9

Adrenaline agency

Chief Operating Officer

Nov 2017Nov 2018 · 1 yr · Atlanta Metropolitan Area

  • Sought out to reengineer operations and delivery structure to raise EBITDA and prepare the company for PE exit. Oversaw $36.2M P&L and 250+ staff.
  • Redesigned the operating model, aligning delivery with profitability, increasing EBITDA by 10%.
  • Negotiated a 50% higher valuation multiplier, positioning the company for sale.
Cross-functional Team LeadershipBusiness TransformationEBITDA GrowthRevenue & Profit GrowthStrategic ExecutionOperational Restructuring+8

Maxmedia

Vice President, Operations & Technology

Dec 2016Jul 2017 · 7 mos · Atlanta Metropolitan Area

  • Responsible for $12M P&L, the company’s strategy, operations, and technology groups.
  • Developed and presented a business case for scaling product implementation across all
  • national retailer stores, projecting an 18% revenue increase
  • Gained 21% efficiency in productivity by simplifying approval workstreams
  • Revamped product offering compressing client program delivery time by 19%
Operational EfficiencyRevenue & Profit GrowthScaling OperationsRisk ManagementTechnological InnovationGrowth Strategies

Webmd health corp.

Vice President, Operations & Revenue Delivery

Oct 2013Feb 2016 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Atlanta Metropolitan Area

  • Brought in to turn around a $236M P&L business unit after a 42% revenue collapse. Rebuilt strategy, operations, and digital product roadmap to restore growth and compliance.
  • Built and led WebMD’s governance and compliance review function, protecting $236M in content and brand trust.
  • Recovered lost revenue and drove 19% growth with enhanced usability and new digital/mobile products.
  • Cut contract cycle time by 34% through streamlined approvals and system integration.
Turn Around ManagementOperational EfficiencyCorporate GovernanceDigital TransformationInternational Business DevelopmentP&L Management+3

Relx group

3 roles

Senior Director Operations & Business Improvement

Promoted

Jan 2011Jan 2013 · 2 yrs

  • Directed enterprise-wide transformation initiatives across operations, data, and systems, managing $90.4M P&L and 125+ staff.
  • Centralized global client records, workflows, and contracts into Salesforce, boosting accuracy and renewals by 12%.
  • Directed cross-continental integration projects, aligning processes and systems across four regions for consistent global performance.
  • Developed KPI frameworks and dashboards to measure strategic initiatives and support executive decision-making.
Cross-functional Team LeadershipProcess ImprovementRisk ManagementBusiness Process ImprovementDigital TransformationInternational Business Development+4

Senior Director, Technology and Quality Assurance

Jan 2007Jan 2011 · 4 yrs

Risk Management

Director, Project Management Office

Jan 2005Jan 2007 · 2 yrs

Risk Management

Verint-systems

Manager Global Implementation Program Office

Sep 2003Jun 2005 · 1 yr 9 mos · Atlanta Metropolitan Area

  • Directed global implementation programs, standardizing systems and processes across North America and Europe.
  • Oversaw multi-country deployment of enterprise software platforms, ensuring consistent adoption and integration.
  • Streamlined workflows between U.S. and European operations, improving delivery speed and client satisfaction.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to align global implementation strategy with revenue goals.
Process ImprovementRisk ManagementBusiness Process ImprovementGlobal OperationsNew Market Expansion

The home depot

Manager, International Store Operations

Jan 1993Jan 2003 · 10 yrs · Buenos Aires Province, Argentina

  • Expatriate leader driving operational scalability and international new market entry across the Americas, supporting 702% revenue growth over a decade.
  • Led operational setup for new market entries in Canada, Chile, and Argentina, adapting U.S. retail models to local requirements.
  • Directed cross-border teams to standardize store operations, merchandising, and training programs across regions.
  • Built scalable processes and technology-driven initiatives to support rapid international expansion.
  • Partnered with executives in Atlanta and local leadership abroad to align strategy, compliance, and performance goals.
Cross-functional Team LeadershipScaling OperationsRisk ManagementExpatriate LeadershipInternational Business DevelopmentP&L Management+4

Education

Rutgers University

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