Eric (Ric) Schmidt Email & Phone Number

United States

Detroit Metropolitan Area

After almost 40 years of experience within the US glass processing sector, in May 2017 the Italian company Adelio Lattuada Srl established LATTUADA NORTH AMERICA, INC. in Northwood (OH), strengthening its presence in the US and providing pre- and post-sale services. After establishing a local presence, Lattuada NA, and partner Knittel Glass, introduced automation to the US market to improve customer productivity and profitability by installing and programing Robots to move glass between machines.The US office supports the on-site staff and warehousing for spare parts. It is managed by Mr. Joseph Gates, who has extensive experience and knowledge of the glass working machines sector. The current machines range includes:-more than 30 models of electronic or with PC straight-line edging machines for the flat edge with arris and with variable angle from 5 to 16 wheels-peripheral edging machines from 4 to 8 wheels-complete line of double-edgers from 8 to 11 wheels on each side, for the flat edge with arris-more than 10 models of electronic or with PC straight-line beveling machines from 7 to 14 wheels-4 models of automatic corners grinding machines-complete range of vertical washing machines-complete line of horizontal drilling machinesStrong points:Our machines are mainly characterized by a great technological flexibility, simplicity of use and limited maintenance required. The functional planning and manufacturing standards used avoid long and expensive machine stoppages. After-sale technical assistance by a qualified staff of technicians both from our and associated companies assures longevity and productivity. Our integrated robotic solutions are delivering excellent return on investment while bringing our customers into the future of glass processing.

Greater Detroit Area

Ric Schmidt & Associates provides business development and marketing consulting services for clients in several industries. e.g. Business plan development, marketing analysis and strategy development, investor relations, sales and promotional support are some of the services that we provide. Clients include an importer of construction equipment, an internet startup and several defense industry companies.

Greater Detroit Area

GLG Canada, Ltd imports Danish Mobile Glass Manipulators for the North American Marketplace. Millimeter precise movements up to 1500 pound capacity (No operator’s license required) using all hydraulic controls all without stabilizers. From push model GLG210 to our riding models to the unique Crane-mounted remote-controlled unit for unlimited access, we can handle all of your needs! OSHA/ANSI compliant. Fully battery-electric. Increase profitability while reducing liability and injuries to valuable workers! Many references available upon request.

Troy, Mi

Meritor is a global leader providing innovative drivetrain mobility and braking solutions to original equipment manufacturers of commercial and military trucks, trailers and specialty vehicles.Responsible for global military aftermarket parts sales, pricing, profitability, product development, client relationships/contracts/NDAs.• Improved DLA market penetration by 26% over 2 years.• Increased profit margins by 15% for full line of military spare parts. • Augmented parts availability 30% by reinstating deleted Meritor part numbers. • Developed new revenue stream leveraging existing remanufacturing capabilities for MRAPs. • Successfully led CFAT axle testing resulting in TACOM approval of FMTV axles. • Resolved significant customer communications challenges by bringing key internal and client team members together. Mapped out clear processes/procedures reducing critical issues.

Grosse Pointe, Mi

Rep/consulting firm specializing in defense market. Expertise in Tactical Wheeled Vehicle spare parts (Meritor/Kascar), alternative energy (GEIfuelcells) and manufacturing (Orbitform).• Responsible for all phases of business development: strategic marketing, sales planning, market analysis/development, lead generation, research and development and trade shows.• Increased annual Kascar HMMWV parts sales from $1.5M to $5.5M thru 2010.• Closed $250K annual parts contract between Kascar and Silver Eagle Manufacturing. • Developed new aftermarket HMMWV products including marketing, sales and pricing strategies and P/L analysis. Presented and tested products with US Army and Marine Corps branches.• Negotiated international sales agreements with distributors in Iraq and Mexico.• Presented GEI fuel cell solution to military subject matter experts at TARDEC and CERDEC.• Delivered Fuel Cell solution presentations at National Defense Industry Association Energy Symposium and Ground Vehicle Symposium for Energy and Technology conference.• Secured technology demonstration opportunity at private, internal GDLS technology show.

Troy, Mi

Volkswagen is a global original equipment manufacturer of light cars and trucks. Its subsidiary, Gedas USA, was responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining complex computing and software systems supporting manufacturing, engineering, sales and service operations.Gedas USA - Troy, MI Marketing Director 2001-2003 Staffed, managed and led department providing services to sales team including: lead generation, advertising, PR, events, research, web site content, partner alliances and promotional items.• Created strategic and tactical marketing plans to build brand awareness and generate leads. • 25% of targeted leads qualified to reach sales acquisition pipeline. • 50% of all revenue from sales acquisition pipeline was from targeted companies.• Devised monthly reporting system to determine profitability of marketing programs.• VW client IT revenue expanded from $82M in 2001 to $96M in 2003. • Built non-VW client revenue from zero to $2.7M in 2001 to $5.6M in 2003. Business Unit Consultant/Account Manager 1999-2001Internal clients included VW sales, marketing and distribution and all of Audi of America. • Project Manager for the vehicle forecasting software application development. • Reduced vehicle forecasting cycle time by 70% • Improved order accuracy saving millions of dollars annually.

Office Of The President

• Responsible for developing and executing New Beetle Launch corporate events. Managed logistics for 5,000 employees during a two week US corporate product launch test-drive in Disney World. • Developed and implemented customer Internet-use survey to improve understanding of VW/Audi web site visitors. Result was increased customer interactivity and vital input for future web site initiatives.• Assembled and chaired corporate-wide Web Integration Steering Committee providing strategic integration optimizing Volkswagen of America’s eBusiness initiatives and investments.• Developed scenarios to interpret long-term effects of economic, political and social trends on the automobile industry influencing the leadership team’s project selections and deployment of resources.

Troy, Mi

Direct sales company specializing in framed art prints for offices/homes.• Consistently ranked in top 10 of 55 national franchises. Personally responsible for 40% of all sales.• Increased revenue from $180,000 in 1993 to over $500,000 in 1996. Improved net profits annually.• Hired, trained and motivated direct sales staff. Advanced sales associates through management training program, promoting them as new Branch Office Managers nation wide.• Performed all functions of corporate business management including P/L, accounting, payroll, taxes, bookkeeping, marketing, insurance, benefits, office staffing and training.

Detroit, Mi/ Memphis, Tn

J Walter Thompson is one of the oldest, most well-known advertising agencies in the world with over 200 offices in 90 countries employing 10,000 marketing professionals.Management Supervisor - Detroit, MI 1992-1993• New product marketing launch leader for Ford Windstar. • Led team developing marketing concepts and tactical strategies to introduce all-new vehicle. • Developed project plan for introduction timeline, budgeting, creative production and media planning.Account Supervisor - Memphis, TN 1989-1992• Annual billings increased from $3.8 million to $15.0 million. Improved account efficiency and P/L.• Consolidated three inefficient dealer-advertising groups resulting in a 250% increase in share-of-voice.• Launched two multinational Ford Truck image campaigns. Sales increased 22% over 18-month period.• Supervised music rights and talent contract negotiations, script and lyric development, filming, editing and music production in the United States and Canada.

Ba, Communications

Mba, Leadership, 3.9