Accountable for leading operations dedicated to advancing the production and development of the SRTX ultra-durable materials. Our SRTX DURA fiber is central to the strength and resilience of our products, including Sheertex hosiery and Watertex swimwear. Led the commissioning and launch of our newly established 300,000-square-foot facility in Montreal, converting BIO based UHMWPE powder into finished apparel under the one roof. Responsible for the integration of the fully automated manufacturing process for our gel, fiber and membrane production. The facility has been designed to enable recovery of process solvents and oils to ensure the highest quality, lowest cost and most sustainable UHMWPE production possible.Collaborate closely with technology and R&D teams to drive the development of Sheertex's proprietary materials and Cortex the SRTX in house ERP system.

Promoted to provide leadership, management, and vision in the Belt Operations business unit. Drove local ownership and accountability and reduced corporate overhead costs through the design and implementation of a decentralized factory operations model. Rolled out Footprint Optimization activities in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific and applied Lean initiatives globally

Led the execution of strategies to improve performance and deliver superior value through Global Research, Development & Engineering and Program Management. Appointed interim Chief Transformation Officer by the Board to lead the company transformation from a regional to a global focus.Established product commercialization centers to decentralize development activities, reduce costs, and improve standardization. Increased top and bottom line growth and achieved a 30% reduction in total manufacturing costs within 18 months by leading the rationalization of the product portfolio.

Responsible for Fluid Pressure and Controls Group programs worldwide and the program management of 190 cross-functional program teams in North America, Europe and Asia. Improved group profitability and generated top-line growth.Improved customer relations and exceeded quality and delivery expectations by restructuring and centralizing group from a divisional to a customer-based organization.Worked with M&A teams to identify acquisition targets, assess synergies, and perform due diligence activities; integrated two automotive suppliers in 2013.

Responsible for the Gates Powertrain Division in Europe, including the development of a new $20M manufacturing facility located in Izmir, Turkey.Managing Director of Gates GmbH

Managing director of Gates GmbH.Complex operation housing product design, development and manufacturing of Industrial and Automotive products for the Gates Power Transmission Division.Annual sales of $200 million, employing 500 people

Managed and directed the design, engineering, business analysis and sales strategies for the group. Generated new growth opportunities through product development and acquisition of technology that could be integrated into Gates modules.

Established and led new Technology group in Detroit to serve North American clients. Won major project to design and develop new global engine for the world’s leading automotive OE and fostered a culture of high performance.

Advised on alternative energy generation programs and power generation projects for organizations ranging from start-ups to government. Developed programs to reduce product development costs through the implementation of rapid prototyping technologies for industrial and automotive clients.