An innovator that is logical, practical, realistic, matter of fact, and efficient, with a great organizational skill set. A “we can do it” and “get it done” attitude. My career has yielded a variety of glass packaging experience advancing me through various positions which developed the following core competencies:• Glass container design• Glass finish design and analysis• Glass finish and container specifications• Analyzing glass finish and closure systems interaction and functionality• Innovative solutions• Manufacturing and operational insights and support• Glass container prototyping• Total glass packaging solutionsWithin my current role I support internal and external customer opportunities to bring fun cost effective innovative elements into glass containers within the beer, beverage, food, spirits, and wine platforms.Proven leadership experience:• Group Leader in Product Development for the Food, and Drug & Chemical segments. • Currently chair the Design & Specifications Committee of The Glass Packaging Institute. I have been active with this trade organization since 1991 and have been chair since 1996. This trade association sets the standards and specifications for the glass container industry in North America.• Granted DfLSS Greenbelt Certification within O-I October 1, 2008.