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United States

Beaverton, Oregon, United States

Manage five different portfolios from software and hardware solutions, to off scope application software solutions, using SAFe scaled agile methodology. Responsible for CEO and president level communication. Collaborate with global engineering, product, operations, finance, and external partners to deliver projects on time, within budget. Own deliver, communicate, and engage all project partners to enable accountability and problem solving as we continue to raise the bar with continuous improvement on agile program management principles. Identify and drive improvements in the portfolio level processes to increase product quality, program cycle time, and development costs, while continuously looking for improvements in visual management to senior leadership. - Review product development portfolio monthly with stakeholders and drive decisions on prioritization, investments, and resources. - Execute on strategic initiatives and drive technology initiatives to develop next generation oscilloscopes, probes and sensing platform.- Build and execute annual and long-term product plans and roadmaps for product categories, creating the priorities for engineering.- Manage the entire sustain implementation cycle including requirements analysis, high level and detailed design updates, implementation, testing, integration, documentation, compliance certification and introduction to production.- Provide leadership in the development of a sustainable high performance/high commitment team and organization of Tektronix tools and process.

Battleground, Wa

Lead the business strategy, R&D, and new solution launches for Polaris’ advanced platforms, systems, displays, gauges, and controllers, directing a global team of 60 in electrical engineering, hardware, software engineering, and advanced technology.Oversee ideation, innovation, launch, and future enhancements for 7 platforms, driving best-in-class solutions and competitive differentiation. Leverage customer user experience, VOC, market analysis, and anticipated future trends to expand product solutions and further brand loyalty.Recent Successes:- Evolved the phase-gate process for development to improve the speed of delivery and accuracy.- Led the launch of 2 new displays, achieving significant results in the market.- Improved internal operations and the integration of an acquisition into the Polaris portfolio.Leader and SPOC on business risks, overseeing communications to executive leadership on challenges and prioritization strategies.Key contributor on the Product Development Council (PDC).

Wyoming, Mn

Positioned to oversee a tactical program focused on integrating European and North American teams on product launches to advance delivery and efficiency of products across multiple markets. Managed multi-million dollar and multi-year programs directing a large global technical team.Successes:- Integrated the European and NA new product innovation teams and launched a new ATV into the European market 80% faster than previous launches through strong collaboration and innovation.- Led the partnership of technical teams to develop a new utility vehicle, including unique and country-specific requirements in the early design process to improve release time and generate significant cost savings through the reduction of re-designing and re-tooling for specific markets.Completed heavy travel throughout Europe and North America during the one-year assignment.

Wyoming, Minnesota

Selected by senior leadership to steer the development and launch of a proprietary In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) display to remove supplier requirements and improve the ability to innovate and evolve features. Led the multi-year initiative utilizing both Waterfall and Agile methodologies to deliver within project scope and timeframes. Successes:- Improved functionality, increased production, and decreased costs through the creation of a Polaris-developed display.- Directed a unique cross-program strategy to enhance features and increase customer experience, launching an innovative vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) technology to support communication.- Designed and launched the first cell modem for the Indian motorcycle to connect the vehicle to the cloud.

Wyoming, Mn

Responsible for designing, validating, and supporting electrical systems and components for the Electric and Hybrid vehicle division at Polaris.Successes:- Designed the first lithium-ion battery harness and entire electrical system for Polaris Ranger and Victory Motorcycle. Positioned Polaris as the first to market for both UTV and motorcycles.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Managed multiple projects delivering quality products within requirements and budgets. Developed comprehensive product development plans and designed strategies to balance organizational capability/capacity, business/technical risk, and financial return.Successes:- Managed the development of a closed-loop embedded control circuit card. Achieved Tennant’s “Leading Edge Award.”- Delivered program cost savings and reduced timelines through the leadership of high-performing cross-functional teams.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biomedical/Medical Engineering

Master Of Science - Ms, Electrical And Electronics Engineering