Chris Phillips Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas Area

Poseidon Deepwater Solutions is committed to providing products that address ongoing field issues and downtime that both drilling companies and operators have come to accept as "normal". Our technically superior products will redefine what is acceptable and "normal" from a performance and reliability standpoint.We understand the harsh offshore environment and the effect it has on equipment. For this reason we place a premium on simplicity and reliability through engineering and material selection in all of our products. Both our Triton and Kratos product lines utilize patented technology to provide technically superior products that are robust, reliable, and require very little maintenance.At Poseidon Deepwater Solutions we focus our product innovation to address known equipment issues that often create excessive maintenance requirements and rig downtime. Our goal is to provide products you install and forget because you know they are going to work. REPLACE DOWNTIME WITH POSEIDON PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY

Houston, Tx

Previously I oversaw all financials, costing, pricing, policies and procedures, sales, marketing, training, purchasing, annual reporting, P&L, promotions, client management, and product strategy for this $15M manufacturer of Production and BOP control valves. I supervise up to 45 direct and indirect reports, administer operational budgets, and direct global brand development, launches, position, and expansion. I also initiate and negotiate purchasing and service provider contracts.Selected Accomplishments:• Lowered operating costs 5% by introducing Lean manufacturing methodologies.• Developed and implemented the company’s first 5-year business plan and official budget.• Increased revenue from $3M to $12M by creating new sales and marketing strategies.• Enhanced productivity and quality by reviewing internal processes and procedures in all departments and preparing the first official Employee Handbook.• Designed the company’s first sales forecasting system to support production planning.• Created the first standard training program, sales presentations, and website.• Established profitable relationships with drilling contractors, operators, and OEMs.• Facilitated revenue and capability growth by recommending the acquisition of new CMM and CNC e equipment to reduce inspection times and enhance machining.• Managed the construction of a 51,000 sq. ft. facility.

Houston, Texas Area

In this role, I directed sales and marketing for an entire suite of products sold globally by this $30M coupling and control valve company, where I was responsible for forecasting, trade shows, global sales presentations, contract negotiations, market and competitor analysis, collateral development, and global technical sales support. I supervised 4 inside sales and 3 outside sales personnel.Selected Accomplishments:• Improved operations and production planning by developing a sales and forecasting tool.• Restructured the Sales & Marketing department to improve ordering and promotions.• Produced the company’s first booking and sales forecasts based on business plans.• Designed the company’s marketing and sales strategies and advertising plan.• Enhanced productivity by producing a database for subsea projects worldwide.• Coordinated and executed the company’s first overseas service call.• Prepared and delivered critical reports for the Board of Advisors.• Formulated a vital targeting system for new projects and prospects.

Pasadena, Tx

During this period, I carried out sales of production and control fluids for the U.S., Canada, and South America. I prepared and delivered project-specific technical presentations, performed forecasting, and provided offshore customer support. Also, I assisted customers with the selection of material fluids.Selected Accomplishments:• Arranged and conducted the company’s first offshore NAS Class training.• Authored a customer-friendly material compatibles guide for reference purposes.

Houston, Tx

I managed daily operations for the U.S. sales office and held responsibility for regional sales and marketing in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. I prepared SOPs for the sales office, along with operating, sales, and capital expenditure budgets.Selected Accomplishments:• Completed the first sale of a ½” rotary shear seal valve in the company’s history.• Carried out the first successful U.S.-based service call for the company.• Increased profitability by developing competitive pricing schedules for products.• Played a major role in the re-qualification of a subsea chemical metering system.• Produced the specification and qualification program for a 3rd-generation subsea chemical metering valve for the Rotator Division.• Created custom lunch and learn presentations for key customers.• Produced the first comprehensive customer list for the Rotator Division.

Managed Canyon Express Project offshoreTested and installed production control pods (Nile, King, Kings Peak, Arco Bali, Canyon Express, Nansen/Boomvang)Conducted system integration testing (Canyon Express, Nansen/Boomvang)Performed offshore maintenance of online production control systemsSet up and tested various Windows and DOS based control systems applicationsAssisted in various production control systems installationsRepaired and rebuilt hydraulic pumps and equipment

Tested and installed Chiles Rapid Response System.Participated in Gemini, Kuito, and Typhoon FAT, SITInstrumental in programming/reprogramming PLC and Controls PC on Kuito, Gemini, and Typhoon as well as modifying SESD cabinet on GeminiInvolved in shop testing, troubleshooting and installation of Multiplex Drilling Control SystemsSet up and tested Exxon Zinc Spare computer and installed Sub Sea EquipmentShop tested production control pods for Troika, Blackback, Gemini, Pompano, Kuito, Typhoon, Exxon Zinc and Pennz-EnergyInvolved in installation of Kuito, Gemini, and Typhoon Production Control System.Tested and Installed various Conventional Controls Systems

Associate Of Science - As, Computer Systems/Networking

AC/DC Circuits, Computer/Digital/Industrial Electronics, Microprocessors, Semiconductors Computer Systems Maintenance/Integration.

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