History
Teresa and Jim Laraia discussed working together in the early 2000s while Jim was turning around a European Holding Company's North American business. Jim observed similar challenges with other non-performing foreign companies. Jim believed a large number of foreign companies did not properly learn the North American marketplace and therefore most likely had sales challenges. Teresa thought they should form a company to help foreign manufacturers navigate the choppy waters when penetrating the USA & Canadian markets.
Early in Teresa's career she started with the IRS in Data Entry and then found an opportunity to work with Proctor & Gamble in Customer Service. After taking the time to raise five children she jumped feet first into the business world. She created TLL Solutions and started looking for a client to service & help.
Jim has preferred working direct with the customers. His executive management experience and strong background in Sales & Marketing provides our clients with a professional that can understand their business concerns.
TLL Solutions opened its doors in 2006. Since then, they've facilitated the success of products such as: Positioning & Immobilization Devices for Radiology (i.e. MRI, CT & PET), Diabetic Shoes, Custom Orthotics, Back Braces, Electronic Circuit Protection, and Client Specific Special Products.
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Co-Founder
President
Teresa L Laraia
From working at a large respected organization such as Proctor & Gamble to raising 5 children to opening her own company in 2006, Teresa has developed tremendous organizational & follow-up skills.
Teresa has hands-on experience working with end user challenges, market feedback to our Manufacturers, customer service / inside sales, warehouse operations (inventory control, order creation, picking, packing, shipping & invoicing) and various special client services.
Staying ahead of our client’s frequent changes is Teresa’s sixth sense.
Education
BOONE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
Diploma, 1983
Activities & Affiliations
• Columbiettes, Member
• Columbiettes NC State Officer - Financial Secretary
• Church - Basilica Shrine of St Mary
Co-Founder
Board Member & Advisor
James T. Laraia
James is customer centered..he will identify, understand and articulate the needs of your target markets and customers. His Executive Management experience and strong background in Sales & Marketing provides our clients with a professional resource that can assist with implementing the appropriate processes to correct under-performing departments, products, services or personnel.
Prior to co-founding TLL Solutions, Jim managed Sales & Marketing Teams, Product Development Teams, Engineering, Manufacturing to Accounting Departments...ultimately leading the successful turn-around of a business unit. Jim has advised entrepreneurs and business executives on best practices for their businesses for over 25 years.
Education
WENTWORTH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
B.S. Electronic Engineering, 1987
ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLGY
M.B.A., Operations Management, 1996
Activities & Affiliations
• LAMB Foundation of NC, Officer and Board Member
• St Jude Radio Association, President and Board Member
• Church - Basilica Shrine of St Mary