Managed a succesful spin-off from Freudenberg-NOK. Started a new sales & engineering office in Metro-Detroit. Hired a sales team and built a world-class selling organization. Added new product lines, new market segments and new customers to the Flexitech portfolio. Launched a new internal quotation tool to insure 100% on-time quote delivery. Leveraged our customer base into global opportunities for Flexitech. Experience working with General Motors, Chrysler/Fiat, Ford, Honda, Nissan, VW, BMW, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Navistar, Hino, Nissin, Martinrea, Magna, ZF, Benteler, Camryn, Piston Automotive, TRW and other valuable customers.

Conceived vision, developed business plan, and grew General Motors business for brake hose products from zero to $30MM. Demonstrated flexibility to take on increasingly challenging roles and moved up the ranks of the organization; progressive roles included Application Engineer, Account Manager, and Program Manager.Delivered key support to President of Flexitech to ensure successful divestiture of company to Mitsubishi Corporation.Maximized existing customer relationship with Magna Powertrain, transforming the business into a key account.Presented with 4 Circle of Excellence Awards, Conquest Award of the GMT900 program, and CEO Award for 2006 (one of 2 recipients).Recognized as "High-Potential" employee over multiple years for consistently exceeding sales goal.

Led customer/account acquisition efforts via cold calling. Uncovered and captured market opportunities. Called on decision-makers, managing a large portfolio of Automotive and Non-Automotive customers.

Developed new assays for testing products and raw materials. Ensured optimal quality of hundreds of finished goods and raw materials. Contributed to high level decision-making as Chairperson for the Safety Committee.Other prior roles