A Transformational & Strategic Business Leader who drives growth, profitability, and business sustainability. Recognized for developing sweeping improvements to stabilize operations in multiple wholesale distribution centers, departments, and business channels to enhance profitability while cultivating and sustaining core relationships among customers, vendors, and employers. Adept at articulating direction, empowering leaders, and fostering cross-functional collaboration while systematically leading a positive and engaging corporate culture. Armed with astute business acumen, loyalty, resiliency, a strong work ethic, and a clear vision to exceed financial goals by initiating innovative business strategies.CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:∙ Transformed a ~$300M company with negative EBITDA into a ~$1.4B enterprise with a 10%+ EBITDA margin.∙ Crucial member of M&A team from 2008 to 2014, leading seven strategic acquisitions to increase revenue by more than $150M and EBITDA of $15M+.∙ Reduced net working capital by ~$100M by strategic implementation of existing non-performing categories, right-sized inventory, and reduced A/R, and balance sheet management.∙ 25+-years of consistent leadership at a singular company through periods of change and growth, spearheading process improvements in each role; increasing production, streamlining workflow, and enhancing profitability.