Professional in the Automotive Industry for 20 years, with backgrounds in manufacturing, business development, R&D, importation, project management, logistics and distribution, sales and marketing. Trained to lead by starting from the bottom, with an inclusive management style. Over the years developed creative problem-solving skills, goal-oriented vision, and the ability to perform under pressure. Comfortable working in highly diverse teams of different cultures and backgrounds having lived in three different countries and having done business directly with companies and individuals from around the globe.Industry experience outside automotive include food and construction. A writer with credits for several nationally-published magazines, newspapers, and websites for automotive, watches, and travel. Strong public speaker with experience on camera and in front of large crowds.Family man. Passionate about cars and driving. Racing enthusiast and race team owner. Sports fan, particularly basketball and combat sports. Avid traveler and road-tripper. Watch lover. Dabbles in creative arts such as music, drawing, graphic arts, photo and video editing and essay writing.