Focus on driving operational and organizational value of portfolio companies through leadership development, coaching, KPI alignment, asset optimization and process improvement.

Led two fruit processing, packing and distribution facilities in South Texas for Texas grown grapefruit and oranges as well as imported lemons and limes.

Lead the implementation of an automated capture tool for VOC and feedback loop. Completed manufacturing site assessments for two major quality and productivity equipment initiatives. Supported deep dive into seamer service processes and capacity analysis.

Responsible for Fleet Operations, Field Service/Customer Care and Equipment Supply ChainFleet Operations: 147 associates with over 9K fleets assets, 34 shop locations· $35MM annual operating expense – PM and repair of fleet assets, including third-party services· $21MM in annual capital spend – Asset planning/strategy, sourcing and procurementField Service/Customer Care: 550 associates with 310K cold drink assets in the market, 30 field locations· $52MM annual operating expense – Cold drink equipment installation, repair and pickup/delivery services· Revenue of $18MM from repair services and equipment installations for external customers E2E Equipment Supply Chain: 60 associates responsible for sourcing, procurement, internal and contracted remanufacturing, warehousing and distribution of cold drink equipment assets to market· $6MM annual operating expense – Dallas Equipment Fulfillment Center· $48MM - $60MM in annual capital spend - Coolers, vending equipment and fountain machines

Responsible for Fleet Operations, Field Service and Equipment Supply Chain for the Southwest Operating Unit.

Lead the region Field Service organization with responsibility for providing equipment installations, removals and repair services for all CCR local market and national chain FS/OP customers. This includes the management of contract relationships and oversight for the independent service provider network within the region. The region spans across a large geographic territory that includes six Market Units, each led by a Market Unit Director and a team of Supervisors. The total organization consists of 622 company associates.

Manufacturing and Distribution of carbonated and non-carbonated drinks that put a smile on people's faces. Oversight and P&L ownership for Manufacturing Plant, Warehouse and Value-Added Facility.

Responsible for all aspects of manufacturing, distribution, transportation and fleet management for East and West Carolina Zones’ DSD Bakery business with a manufacturing budget of $ 48 MM. The Valdese bakery has four high-speed manufacturing lines, employs approximately 350 people and is currently the largest Fresh Bakery in tonnage and complexity in Sara Lee.

Leadership over four manufacturing facilities (previously family owned). Implemented quality systems, productivity metrics, product costing, CI and safety programs. Eliminated meat grinding facility and built new bakery. Responsible for new plant start-up and operation. Business sold in 2005.

Responsible for manufacturing and distribution of salty snacks and pasta pellets to north Mexico sales zones. Responsible for start-up of pasta pellet plant Joint Venture between Frito Lay USA and Sabritas.

Managed two corn sweeter distribution and blending facilities. Promoted to run Mexico business due to ramp up in Coca Cola FEMSA and Coca Cola Azteca business. Spent three years on ex-patriot assignment in Mexico City.