President – CEO – GM (210137) MBA / Turnarounds, Restructuring, Scaling Operations / Automotive, Equipment, Military Vehicles
High-energy, results-driven executive with a proven track record in business transformation, revenue acceleration, and EBITDA growth. He has an MBA and has completed several professional leadership trainings. You will be impressed with his history of blowing up revenues, margins and EBITDA! He has achieved a strong track record of driving strategic initiatives that optimize operations, expand markets, and increase enterprise value within private equity and public company environments ranging from $26M to $170M in revenues. His operations experience includes Machining, Stamping, Molding, Foundry Robotic Welding, Fabrication, Assembly, and Plating. He has led and developed teams of up to 1000+ employees. His progressive experience has led him from running the Manufacturing floor, to Sales/Marketing to Plant Manager to Senior Leadership roles. His demonstrated ability to turn around failing operations, and successfully integrate and restructure businesses for scalability and profitability has given him a strong reputation among Private Equity Groups.
He is looking for a new opportunity to grow profits and scale up operations. He is a transformational leader capable of driving significant financial and operational improvements in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Given his expertise in business turnarounds, revenue growth, and operational excellence, he is the ideal executive to elevate organizations and create long-term shareholder value that you are looking for. He is mobile and ready to relocate. His exceptional history includes
Turnaround Specialist – Successfully led multiple operational and financial recoveries.
Revenue Acceleration – Implemented strategic sales and marketing initiatives leading to double-digit revenue growth.
Lean Transformation – Increased efficiency, eliminated waste, and optimized workflows for higher profitability.
Market Expansion – Developed new distribution channels, penetrated international markets, and secured high-value contracts.
Technology & Process Improvement – Deployed ERP, CRM, and data-driven decision-making tools for business optimization.
• P&L Leadership – Full financial oversight driving top-line growth and bottom-line profitability.
• Business Transformation – Leading companies through operational turnarounds, efficiency improvements, and strategic consolidations.
• Market Expansion – Identifying and exploiting new domestic and international opportunities.
• Operational Excellence – Implementing lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and cost reduction strategies.
• Sales & Revenue Growth – Developing high-impact sales teams, enhancing customer acquisition, and implementing data-driven sales funnels.
• Led consolidation of four businesses across three states, transitioning from independent job shops to a unified contract manufacturing model.
• Implemented performance metrics and a culture of accountability, driving significant operational improvements.
• Structured Sales, Operations, and HR functions to support revenue acceleration, margin growth, and sustainable EBITDA expansion.
• Deployed new ERP and CRM systems, improving accuracy, efficiency, and sales effectiveness.
• Redesigned quoting methodology, reducing cycle time and increasing conversion rates with improved margins.
• Delivered a 45% EBITDA increase and 212% net income growth year-over-year.
• Implemented lean initiatives, reducing labor costs by 40% and streamlining manufacturing facilities.
• Established global branding strategy, CRM system, e-commerce platform, and sales funnel methodology.
• Insourced critical production from China, reducing lead times and improving cash flow.
• Opened European sales expansion via a Netherlands-based BV subsidiary.
• Led global expansion initiatives, increasing revenue and shareholder value.
• Implemented branding strategies and expanded international distribution channels.
• Recruited to Dedoes Industries for a leadership opportunity.
• Managed P&L across three global facilities, driving operational improvements and market expansion.
• Secured $24M military contract for U.S. Army JLTV program.
• Expanded international sales to 49 countries, improving EBITDA by 4%.
• Developed new pricing models maximizing margins and sales effectiveness.
• Led 1,000-employee Tier 1 facility, optimizing production and customer program management.
• Implemented lean methodologies, increasing EBITDA by 34%.
• Reduced labor costs by 32%, improved productivity by 28%, and raised on-time delivery from 93.5% to 99.8%.
• Drove 7X revenue growth by diversifying customer base and expanding product lines.
• Implemented lead generation, sales prospecting, and funnel management strategies.
• Spearheaded company’s first international sales success.
• Grew military contract revenue by $21M.
• Led Toyota Production System implementation, improving manufacturing efficiency.
• Directed manufacturing teams, driving cost reductions and operational excellence.
Education & Training
• MBA, University of Phoenix
• BS, Workforce Development & Training, cum laude, Southern Illinois University
• Executive Education – Michigan State University, Eli Broad College of Business
• Leadership Mastery Program – Lionheart Leadership Center
• Lean Training – Lean Enterprise Institute