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Founded a consulting practice focused on organic growth tools for manufacturers and distributors of tooling and ancillary machine tool accessories using a defined consultative sales approach. Developed a defined methodology for conducting Productivity Assessments at the end user level, positioning the client as a credible resource base and trusted advisor. The underlying goal of efforts would be to increase production throughput by utilization of capital investment in machine tools with the proper allocation of application-specific tooling and optimization of the production process. Analyzing the intended operation for a new machine tool before arrival, the time from installation to achieving full output of the machine is significantly reduced, increasing the ROI of the capital investment.Provided end-to-end initiative leadership, including scoping projects, developing strategy/solutions, executing action plans, training staff, and sustaining results. Led multi-disciplinary teams to bring new solutions to fruition, influenced leadership teams, and expertly navigated organizations through change.I have developed a methodology for conducting Productivity Assessments of the current status of a specific Manufacturing Operation. The assessment methodology and tools were ultimately expanded for a much broader range of Manufacturing across different industries.

Hickory, North Carolina, Us

Provide leadership and direction for North & South America sales and distribution of high-quality industrial cutting tools produced by Dimar Group. Develop strategic plans for organic and acquired business growth in all markets. Provide technical leadership for the development and introduction of new products from stage-gate to rollout. Coordinate M&A research activities to achieve strategic positioning and growth.

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Founded, grew, and sustained a leading-edge and industry-renowned tooling production facility. Created systematic approach to manufacture custom tooling engineered to meet unsatisfied customer needs in small lot sizes. Developed and executed a business model – incorporating OEM sales, distribution networks, new product development, strategic sourcing, and import management – which positioned the company as an industry leader and admired innovator. Established a production facility from scratch that incorporated best practices from global manufacturers and enabled the building of top-tier tooling designs and manufacturing processes. Worked closely with raw material suppliers to incorporate the latest technical advancements into design criteria. Led all P&L and budget activities, fostered strategic relationships, and established both direct and distribution channels.- Produced a complete line of indexable cutting tools and became an industry leader in delivery times, workmanship, and customer service. - Utilized innovative CNC technologies throughout manufacturing to produce a precision product with exceptional tolerances. Built a solid reputation for unequaled delivery times, high quality workmanship, and attentive customer service.- Establish deep personal relationships at the executive level with key customers– Identification and Strategic Development of Critical Business Relations. - Development of OEM Sales, Distribution networks, New Product Development, Strategic Sourcing, Import management- Sought out for interviews and articles from newspapers and magazines such as the Wall Street Journal and Fortune as a thought leader.