 Responsible for developing a long-term strategic plan and securing funding for implementation. Established standard operating procedures for manufacturing. Implemented project management system with resource planning and scheduling. Implement a quality assurance system compliant with requirements of ISO 9001.

• Led and managed multiple disaster recovery projects from initiation to completion across the Southeastern U.S. Coordinated with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to develop project budgets, create schedules and negotiate contracts for services and supplies with subcontractors. Provided regular updates and reports to senior management. Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards. Managed project risks and developed mitigation strategies.

Directed the planning, development, and management of executive-level global strategies, programs, policies, and operations (sales, business development, manufacturing, regulatory compliance, change management, business/digital transformation, talent management, and policy/procedure development) to grow the SMB organization into a recognized leader in hydraulic, electronic, and safety systems.▪️ Surged sales volumes 1000%, from less than $5MM to $55MM+, through numerous initiatives:o Steered the Organization’s Entry into Uncharted Domestic and International Markets throughout North America, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Middle East by securing approvals for product/services from federal and international regulatory/approval agencies.o Launched Global Offices Across the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Scotland, and Singapore.▪️ Established the organization as a top-three global provider of a critical safety system.▪️ Achieved ISO 9001 Certification and API Spec Q1 Certification in the first 12 months of employment.▪️ Recognized as a global SME on numerous hazardous area processes, safety systems, and well control equipment.▪️ Captured 30% cost savings, reduced lead times by 33%, and achieved manufacturing times 50% faster than the competition.▪️ Closed large contracts ($500K – $6MM) with global SMB and Fortune 500 organizations to drive top-line growth by delivering compelling value propositions that articulated the advantages of organizational products and services, negotiating favorable pricing/contracts, and serving as a trusted advisor throughout the sales process.▪️ Built and managed a cross-matrixed team of 160+ employees across nine global locations while fostering a culture of performance excellence, professional accountability, and synergy. Identified/hired talent, negotiated compensation plans, defined/measured KPIs, led training, and initiated terminations and performance improvement plans (PIPs), as needed.

Managed and implemented organizational changes required to obtain licensure to ISO 9001 standards and American Petroleum Institute Standards Q1, and 16D. This was successfully achieved in the first 12 months of employment and maintained annually thereafter.· Developed multiple standard operating procedures for manufacturing, service, purchasing and sales.· Instituted a non-conformance and corrective action program.· Implemented an online quality management system (QMS) software for document control, CAPA, vendor compliance, record keeping, maintenance, and calibration.· Assisted ownership with development of written policies for Human Resources and Safety.· Initiated a computer network-based accounting system inclusive of sales and purchasing to streamline operations and move away from paper-based accounting practices.