"Your leadership and technical knowledge helped us take our continuous improvement efforts to new levels. Thank you." - President, Aerospace ManufacturerWork with customers to deliver measurable, high-impact results through fast, focused improvements. Develop customized operations methods, management techniques, processes and process improvements. Implement lean manufacturing and provide guidance along the continuous improvement journey. Engage and empower employees and provide follow-up support. Implement continuous improvement processes—5S, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Value Stream Mapping, Cell Design, Kaizen, Kanban, Pull Systems, Setup Reduction (SMED), Visual Factory, Mistake Proofing (Poke Yoke), and Policy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri).

At FlowTLS, a leading consultancy specializing in the implementation of Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints methodologies, I spearheaded sales and marketing efforts to drive business growth and client acquisition. Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Strategic Marketing Initiatives: Developed comprehensive marketing strategies, including the creation of targeted mailers, flyers, and sales presentations, to effectively communicate company's value proposition to prospective clients.• Sales Process Optimization: Engineered and implemented a streamlined sales process tailored to the unique needs of our niche market. Through detailed analyses, I ensured the efficiency and effectiveness of our sales team's outreach efforts.• Client Relationship Management: Cultivated strong relationships with prospective clients by delivering compelling sales presentations and guiding them through the sales funnel from initial contact to successful deal closure. • Business Development Strategy: Formulated data-driven business development strategies by identifying key markets and target companies ripe for FlowTLS's services, facilitating the expansion of company’s client base and market presence.

As a co-founder and leadership team member of a startup women's ministry, I demonstrated leadership acumen and writing prowess, driving the creation and dissemination of impactful resources tailored to the needs of modern mothers.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Strategic Leadership: Co-led the establishment and growth of a thriving women's ministry, providing strategic direction and visionary leadership to inspire and mobilize team members towards a common mission.• Effective Communication: Leveraged advanced writing skills to co-author a diverse portfolio of 12 books addressing key issues facing women and mothers today. From conception to publication, I ensured that each piece resonated with our target audience, offering practical guidance and heartfelt encouragement.• Editorial Excellence: Spearheaded the editorial process as the lead editor, orchestrating a team of editors and proofreaders to meticulously refine manuscripts and ensure adherence to quality standards. • Team Development and Management: Oversaw a team of editors and proofreaders, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement. • Innovative Content Creation: Drove innovation in content creation by producing compelling promotional articles and engaging social media videos.

Worked with Sales Representatives and Systems Engineers to determine pumping requirements and optimize systems. Developed software in Visual Basic to manage sales and engineering, trained coworkers on implementation. Wrote instructional article on system design, published in Process Cooling magazine. Analyzed pump failures to determine root cause; then researched and developed custom solutions.

Prepared high school students to take the SAT and ACT exams. Prepared lectures and answered questions. Used interactive teaching methods to encourage class participation and enhance retention. Evaluated student performance by grading assignments and administering examinations.

Developed and tested engineering program for K–12 schools. Taught lessons and led projects at local schools to test and refine the program. Distributed CD-ROM database of hands-on engineering projects to K–12 schools throughout the region.