'We are excited to have Tom join the day-to-day management of Univera and to lead us further toward success,' said Bill Lee, Univera Chairman and Founder. 'Tom is an accomplished executive with over 40 years of in-depth work experience that covers a broad spectrum of industries, cultures, and distribution channels. He is recognized as a highly skilled general manager with exceptionally strong motivational skills.'
During his career, Zimmer has accumulated a successful track record in solving complex business issues with results-oriented strategies, financial acumen, and passionate leadership. He has held positions as President, Chief Operations Officer, and Senior Vice President & Managing Director for several companies within the direct selling industry including Herbalife, Avon, and Discovery Toys. He also held an executive level position with Bloomingdales. Zimmer is a graduate of Queens College of the City University of New York, where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree.