Barry Curtis is the founder of Curtis Plastics Associates, est. in 2005. CPA specializes in business development, strategy & tactics within the plastics industry. CPA partners with custom and captive processors, equipment/technology companies, OEM’s, and private equity groups. Typical projects include: - Strategic Sales and Business Development- Building Strategic Partnerships - Strategic planning and Execution- Acquisitions and Joint VenturesBarry’s experience in the plastics industry includes top-tier executive roles in business development and operations, spanning global contract manufacturing, equipment/technology, and recycling sectors. Barry is known not only for his keen ability to provide strategic guidance but his ability to execute with exceptional operational outcomes.Widely acknowledged as a natural leader, he possesses the rare talent to define a vision, effectively communicate it across all organizational levels, and steadfastly execute.Key Accomplishments:• Senior Leader at a global contract manufacturer that was awarded PG Supplier of the Year 6 times.• Led the formation of several multi-million-dollar partnerships for multiple companies.• A Key leader in the formation and start-up of 3 intn’l contract manufacturing joint ventures.• Acquired US tooling operation for foreign tooling/ downstream technology company.• P&L responsibility for two high growth international JVs, generating over $50 million in annual sales.• Transformed multiple equipment/ technology troubled businesses into profitable growth centers.• Completed master’s thesis in plastics recycling; developed and sold multi-million-dollar advanced recycling systems; pioneered recycled content products in sheet, film, and profile applications.• Started and successfully operated specialized extrusion technology companyAdvantages in working with Barry / CPA:• Experienced in Rapid Business Growth • Building Trusted Relationships and Establishing Strategic Partnerships• Strategic Thinking & Decision making• Building and Empowering Leaders • Business and Profit Optimization • Mentoring young business development professionals and business leaders.Leverage his B.S. /M.S. plastics engineering education, 30+ years of experience and global industry contacts to pave the way for your growth.