Craig Coppersmith, P.E. Email & Phone Number

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Provider of premier consulting services to the concrete industry. Passion, strong communication and collaborative skill set, coupled with technical experience, to achieve a client’s goals for success. Focus and emphasis on a team-based approach. - Project management of R/D Testing for new and existing products/innovations for the concrete construction industry.- Forensic investigation of field issues occurring on concrete construction project sites.- Create training… Show more Provider of premier consulting services to the concrete industry. Passion, strong communication and collaborative skill set, coupled with technical experience, to achieve a client’s goals for success. Focus and emphasis on a team-based approach. - Project management of R/D Testing for new and existing products/innovations for the concrete construction industry.- Forensic investigation of field issues occurring on concrete construction project sites.- Create training programs and marketing materials for products used in the Concrete Industry.- Support and guidance in New Product Development.- Collaborative development of QA/QC protocols for concrete construction projects.- Enhancement of manufacturer business model strategies for specifications competencies, technical focus to achieve product sales, and adding value as a critical member of the project team. - Provide vision and development of CRM Systems for tracking of key projects, accounts, contacts, and quotes/sales. Show less

Omaha, Nebraska

Oversaw, cultivated, and mentored the development of the Nox-Crete Sales Team, with direct responsibility for Technical Sales and Market Segment Managers. Provided leadership in sales planning, training, strategies, and new product development. - Led technical sales group and supported/mentored their development as leaders within their respective market segments/core industries.- Oversaw and provided leadership for Key National Accounts, “Project Team Decision Makers”, and… Show more Oversaw, cultivated, and mentored the development of the Nox-Crete Sales Team, with direct responsibility for Technical Sales and Market Segment Managers. Provided leadership in sales planning, training, strategies, and new product development. - Led technical sales group and supported/mentored their development as leaders within their respective market segments/core industries.- Oversaw and provided leadership for Key National Accounts, “Project Team Decision Makers”, and Distribution Accounts across all Market Segments / Industries.- Developed strong specifications competencies and oversaw tracking of key projects and accounts through use of CRM System ie: Salesforce.com.- Key contributor / decision maker of distribution network strategies.- Provided overall leadership, vision, and direction for Nox-Crete Sales Team and assumed role as the face of Nox-Crete to the industry at large.- Member of Executive Management Team, taking an active role in strategic direction and growth of Nox-Crete.- Led New Business Development for Nox-Crete with oversite responsibility for investigation, development, and execution of sales strategies for new product opportunities. Show less

St. Louis, Missouri

Oversaw and formulated all sales, marketing and engineering strategic initiatives and activities for the company, domestically and internationally. Developed long range and short range goals for company’s sales and engineering initiatives. - Integration, consolidation, and efficient use of lead source information and customer relationship management (CRM) systems ie: Salesforce.com. -Led technical collaboration strategies with owners, engineers, architects… Show more Oversaw and formulated all sales, marketing and engineering strategic initiatives and activities for the company, domestically and internationally. Developed long range and short range goals for company’s sales and engineering initiatives. - Integration, consolidation, and efficient use of lead source information and customer relationship management (CRM) systems ie: Salesforce.com. -Led technical collaboration strategies with owners, engineers, architects, contractors, and distributors. -Organization of technical marketing tools, including presentations, literature, websites, testing of products, and installation guides. -Directed the efforts of sales team, engineering group, and outside manufacturing representatives to ensure focus. -Oversaw the testing and R&D efforts for all new and existing products. -Shared responsibility for P&L, forecasting, and establishment of Marketing O.E. budget with CEO and strong collaboration with Manufacturing, IT, Human Resources, and Finance/Accounting to ensure a cohesive and open communication approach. -Shared responsibility for identification, due diligence, negotiation, and closing of acquisition targets with CEO. Show less

St. Louis, Mo

Regional Sales Manager 1993 - 1995- Sales and Marketing of Curtain Wall Systems in the North Central Region of the U.S. Initiated and maintained relationships with clientele, including: owner, architect, engineer, general contractor, and glazing/erection sub contractors.- Responsible for development and implementation of sales strategy for negotiated or “competitive bid” projects. Coordinated efforts of sales, design, engineering, and estimating to produce a winning sales… Show more Regional Sales Manager 1993 - 1995- Sales and Marketing of Curtain Wall Systems in the North Central Region of the U.S. Initiated and maintained relationships with clientele, including: owner, architect, engineer, general contractor, and glazing/erection sub contractors.- Responsible for development and implementation of sales strategy for negotiated or “competitive bid” projects. Coordinated efforts of sales, design, engineering, and estimating to produce a winning sales presentation. Project Manager 1991 - 1993- Overall management of curtain wall projects from award through completion. Organized and directed all phases of project including: design, engineering, manufacturing, and installation. Responsible for quality control, specifications conformance, scheduling, and budgeting of project. - Duties included international assignments to Istanbul, Turkey (~6 months) and Barcelona, Spain (~1+ year). Provided project management assistance on projects in regions listed. Also responsible for sales and marketing efforts to promote Cupples curtain wall systems throughout the European market while in Spain. Structural Engineer 1990 - 1991- Responsible for structural design of exterior wall systems on high rise buildings (international and domestic)- Notable projects included; Sabanci Center (Istanbul, Turkey), Puerta de Europa Leaning Towers (Madrid, Spain), Sears Tower Renovations (Chicago, Illinois) Show less

B.S. Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis

B.S. Mathematics, Mathematics And Physcis