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WHO I AM: I’m a transformative operations, supply chain, and manufacturing executive with 18 years of success defining strategic vision, driving operational excellence, and optimizing global supply chains for global manufacturing corporations. As a change agent, I re-align organizations within rapidly changing business environments.HOW I MAKE A DIFFERENCE: I believe that if someone wants to lead, they must first learn to serve. I consciously engage with leaders on all levels, understand when to be a follower, and welcome those with diverse perspectives to participate in the decision-making process. I make the greatest impact by uniting people into one high-performing team and inspiring each person to row in the same direction.SUCCESS HIGHLIGHTS:● Saved business after loss of 3 largest contracts representing 50% of revenue by negotiating exit strategy securing 36 months ($60M) of rampdown revenue to sustain business plan while finding new clients.● Led company through Covid crisis, meeting revenue targets and boosting profits and shareholder value with business continuity plan, hybrid work model, and flexible supply chain strategy to maintain product delivery with zero layoffs.● Drove Lean "renaissance" as first formal operational excellence initiative, leading QA, HR, operations, and finance leaders on up to 8 continuous improvement initiatives per year to deliver >$5M in 10-year cost savings.● Raised stock value 50% from $6.80 to $13.62 between 2019 and 2023, exceeding sales and profit targets to deliver $81M in revenue at 5.2% margin in 2022 while maintaining exceptional 98.3% employee retention rate.