Linking Technology and Innovation to Application, Globally, as the Industrial Internet of Things Continues to Relentlessly Expand.

Professor at the Nance School of Business - Developed Curriculum and served as professor for MBA 603 Quality, Technology, and Innovation in Business

Tangent Company, headquartered in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, is an organization specializing in water recycling. With expertise encompassing the entire spectrum of water purification, from wastewater to drinking water, Tangent’s primary mission is to provide renewable sources of clean, safe drinking water to the world through the utilization of advanced engineering solutions.

Provided government relations advocacy, direction, and counsel to all businesses in North America and Europe, at all levels of government and their agencies, ensuring visibility and understanding of the organization’s business activities and capabilities, advocating its relevant public policy positions, and developing new areas of business opportunity. Managed a budget of $900K. • Served as initiator and key driver behind Taiwanese adoption of CSA Z662 pipeline standard.• Operated as internal catalyst and unifier for alignment, creation, and introduction of new CSA Group component certification and attestation service offerings globally resulting in projected improved revenue streams.• Served on American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Executive Standards Council and United States National Committee to the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) to leverage the accreditation process and competitive intelligence.• Met and lobbied with parliamentary member residing over CSA’s UK operations to gain recognition and highlight apprenticeship program which was publicly discussed with Prime Minister, David Cameron during parliamentary question and answer session. • Negotiated an alliance agreement with Case Western Reserve University to reciprocally drive business and leverage resources in the area of energy storage (State of Ohio Center of Excellence). • Identified and initiated work to evaluate two potential acquisition targets in the transportation sector.• Authored, Tragic Taiwan Explosion – Outreach leads to New Pipeline Management and Regulation, an article published in the fall issue of Damage Prevention Professional

P&L responsibility for $8M business unit covering development of North American and International standards and codes for fuel burning equipment; oil and gas pipeline and distribution systems; and nuclear facilities.• Transformed relationships with regulatory officials across Canada to revitalize the program and enhance the adoption of codes and standards. Culminated in a formal MOU between CSA and the Interprovincial Gas Advisory Council.• Expanded the nuclear program portfolio into non technology specific standards. • Expanded the petroleum natural gas industry system portfolio into the upstream sector in five new areas.• Launched new business model utilizing “Community of Interest” platform; exceeded revenue budget by 270%. (~$400k).• Identified high performing associates and developed performance plans resulting in the advancement of individuals to key leadership positions.

P/L responsibility for $3M performance testing operation in Cleveland, Ohio. Provided oversight for all activities related to laboratory design and operations, employee development, quality systems implementation, staff recruitment, retention and training. Managed 30 direct reports. • Established synergistic business model with 4th Strand consulting company providing product line review for retail clients. • Created BS and MS level Coop program with local university for students to deal with peak flow labor requirements and facilitate full time recruiting efforts.• Expanded physical testing labs and enhanced safety program for tensile and elongation equipment.

Planned strategic direction for division in terms of new service offerings, expansion of existing capabilities, target client acquisition, forecasting, and budgeting; Coordinated, organized and presented at domestic and international engagements to network, highlight corporate capabilities, build existing client relationships and ascertain new clients.• Established formal evaluation programs for outdoor power products; multipurpose and cigarette lighter testing.• Developed new lines of revenue from existing and new clients while growing two new key accounts from zero to $100,000.• Maintained active roles with organizations and government agencies including ICPHSO, CPSC, RILA, HPBA, SAE, AHAM, OPEI, and ASTM.• Worked with Ops Managers in Shanghai to create testing program for utility and cigarette lighters.• Identified new potential service offerings and performed GAP analyses on current operational capabilities to facilitate discussion with other senior management regarding areas to pursue

The underlying assumption of The Gorilla Group is very simple. If your close associates aspire to be a VP at the local bank then you are most likely to be a VP at the local bank as well. If you are surrounded by individuals that want to buy and sell companies, build the next Microsoft, or make the combustion engine obsolete, then your future lies as a business owner not an employee. Hence, The Gorilla Group exists as foundation of support to keep the Entrepreneur focused on the Brass Ring instead of the 30-year Gold Watch.

P&L responsibility for all production, engineering, and research & development operations. Oversaw process and product improvement activities as related to engineering and production.• Directed new product development efforts for the Research & Development and Engineering departments.  Spearheaded the development of ten new products over a six year period. Led successful engineering initiative redesigning main aerator product line resulting in double digit decrease in product return rates and net decrease in product cost. • Led design and construction teams for $1M state of the art ANSI accredited water and wastewater research and development facility resulting in on-time project completion and within budget.• Directed safety program resulting in award of OSHA SHARP certification. One of seven companies in Ohio out of 2000 applicants to receive this certification in 2005. • Interfaced with Purchasing, Accounting and Sales Departments to prepare and maintain adherence to: Planned departmental budgets and forecasts.  Current Certification requirements. Create, plan and implement multi-departmental cost saving measures. Create and direct the implementation of employee training programs