As a senior executive with over two decades of leadership, I have been instrumental in driving operational excellence and transformative growth for renowned consulting organizations and Fortune 500 companies, including Nike, Columbia Sportswear, and 4G Clinical. Recruited for each role across my career, I have led global teams of 300+ members and managed budgets exceeding $30M, actively shaping executive strategy and consistently delivering measurable results.My leadership style is dynamic and results-oriented, focusing on establishing operational visions, implementing best practices, and fostering data-driven cultures with robust KPIs and metrics. I specialize in spearheading business transformations and driving growth, with a talent for operationalizing rapid scale and leading initiatives that enhance gross margins.In consulting and change management, I excel in navigating complex challenges, building relationships, and guiding teams through change processes. I prioritize creating environments of trust and guiding team members through successful transitions.Committed to fostering high-performance cultures, I am dedicated to developing and mentoring team members, setting clear performance metrics, and maintaining open, transparent communication channels across organizations.Expertise: Business Modeling, Gross Margin Expansion, Performance Improvement, Merger & Acquisition Integrations
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Chief Operating Officer4G Clinical 2021 - 2024Wellesley, Ma, UsRecruited as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at 4G Clinical, I am a global leader in clinical trials technology and services, driving operational transformation and scalability following a significant investment by Goldman Sachs. Leading a 9-person global leadership team and overseeing 300 staff, I've played a key role in advancing the business model, improving profitability, and enhancing operational efficiency. -
Vice President & Chief Operating Officer (Columbia Brand)Columbia Sportswear Company 2018 - 2021Portland, Oregon, UsAs Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Columbia Sportswear, I was recruited by newly appointed Columbia Brand President to spearhead a major reorganization from a regionally led Go-to-Market (GTM) model to a global, brand-led approach. I managed brand operations, product creation processes, and strategic initiatives, driving improved speed to market, financial performance, and global line development. I also led cross-functional brand initiatives and served as the Brand lead for annual budget and long-range planning processes. -
Vice President & Chief Of StaffColumbia Sportswear Company 2018 - 2018Portland, Oregon, UsServed as Chief of Staff, Columbia Brand in 2018 before rapid promotion to COO in 2019
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Executive Advisory Board Member - Operations And Technology Management ProgramUniversity Of Portland, Pamplin School Of Business 2013 - 2019Portland, Or, Us -
Vice President, Pacific RegionNorth Highland 2015 - 2018Atlanta, Ga, UsPromoted following North Highland’s acquisition of ACME Business Consulting. I managed major client accounts on West Coast (Portland, Seattle, & San Diego), overseeing business development, client delivery, and quality assurance. Continued hands-on client delivery for key accounts: Nike, Columbia Sportswear, TaylorMade, and multiple mid-size accounts. -
Managing Director & PartnerAcme Business Consulting (Acquired By North Highland) 2005 - 2015Progressing through multiple roles culminating as Managing Director and Partner at ACME Business Consulting, I led the Portland practice with overall P&L accountability. I spearheaded numerous business transformation initiatives, including mergers, joint venture integrations, business process re-engineering, and technology implementations for clients such as Nike and Columbia Sportswear. My role in leading Nike's OneStore project resulted in a revamped global e-commerce platform, driving increased revenue and establishing the site as a centerpiece for the company's e-commerce strategy.
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Board MemberAlbertina Kerr Centers 2008 - 2014Portland, Oregon, Us -
Project LeaderPoint B 2002 - 2005Seattle, Wa, Us -
Senior ConsultantAccenture 1997 - 2001Dublin 2, Ie
Chris Adamek Education Details
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University Of Oregon Lundquist College Of BusinessAwarded Two Year Graduate Teaching Fellowship -
University Of PortlandMinor In Business Administration
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Chris Adamek's current role is Operations Executive | Transformation Leader | Scaling Organizations, Driving Large Scale Operating Model Improvements & Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement.
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Chris Adamek attended University Of Oregon Lundquist College Of Business, University Of Portland.
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