Jeff Lathrop

Jeff Lathrop is a seasoned business development and sales professional with extensive experience in the greeting card and retail sectors. Currently serving as a Business Development Manager at Designer Greetings since July 2014, Jeff is responsible for expanding the customer base across Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Arkansas while managing independent representatives in the area. Prior roles include Regional Sales Director at Marian Heath Greeting Cards, where Jeff oversaw key account activities and field sales, and owner of JL Sales, where significant sales were made to major retailers. Additionally, Jeff held positions at Marian Heath and Portal Publications Ltd, achieving notable accolades such as "Regional Manager of the Year" multiple times and driving substantial sales growth. Jeff holds an Associate degree in Operating Room Assistance from Milwaukee Area Technical College.