40 plus years experience in the application of lean manufacturing and quality management systems in high volume production and rapidly growing new technology start-ups. Specialized at leading cultural transformation to improve operational excellence.2014-Present. Global Vice President of Quality and Compliance at Illumina, Inc. Built the global quality team and quality management system enabling Illumina to realize it full potential in both the new innovation research and IVD markets.Serving as an advisor and consultant to businesses aimed at advancing U.S. companies in manufacturing, the environment, medical, and public education.Five years at Bloom Energy during a period of rapid growth, the company launch, and the commercialization stage of Bloom Energy's electric fuel cell energy server. Built the quality team, quality systems, and the company culture of self-assured quality.Fifteen years at the Toyota-General Motors joint venture New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc. (NUMMI). Specialized in the the principles of the Toyota Production System at NUMMI and Toyota's suppliers to achieve front-runner status in safety, quality and productivity. Ten years at Federal-Mogul Corporation implementing quality systems and converting manufacturing plants to lean manufacturing.Formerly advisor to Willow Garage, Redwood Robotics, Savioke, and Future First.Serving on the San Jose State University ISE advisory board. YMCA Board Member. Avid open water swimmer.Specialties: Quality Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources Development.