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Birmingham, Al, Us

Titan Coatings manufactures high performance coatings for the protection of metal surfaces. Titan's team of innovators is united by deeply rooted passions for the company and the industry. This specialized team develops products for the coil coating, aluminum extrusion, and transportation markets. From garage doors to window casings to the undercarriage of an 18-wheeler, our performance paints are designed to help your products perform even better.Our processes involve rigorous testing in a state-of-the-art facility, yielding the highest quality products utilizing our proprietary resins. As a business with decades of experience in the paint industry, Titan is protecting a legacy while building a future.

FreyHill Enterprises, LLC is a consulting and investment firm focusing on small to medium size companies. Industry focus varies from industrial services and manufacturing to mortgage lending and real estate. Consulting services include the following areas: leadership training and coaching, organizational design, acquisition integration, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, business development and mortgage lending. FreyHill takes a very systematic and process-oriented approach to design solutions that meet the needs of the individual, team and company. With over 55 years of experience, and 30 years in direct front line experience, FreyHill is able to help companies take the next incremental improvements that will lead to sustained change and on-going performance improvements.

Houston, Texas, Us

Being part of the Vortex Companies, we believe the world needs more resilient and sustainable water and sewer infrastructure. As a global provider of trenchless infrastructure products, it’s our job to think big because there is no single, or simple, solution to solving aging and failing infrastructure. We specialize in developing trenchless construction technologies and application systems to cost-effectively repair, renew or replace failing water, sewer and industrial infrastructure. New technology, such as trenchless, is changing the way public asset owners collaborate with private businesses and will continue to drive positive change in global civil infrastructure management. At Vortex Companies, I oversee the Products Group which is comprised of 3 water and sewer technology brands, delivering advanced construction materials and pipeline robotics in North & South America, Europe and Australia. My primary responsibilities are focused on the entire supply chain and production operations.

URETEK is at the at the forefront of the concrete lifting and soil stabilization industry. URETEK preserves and rehabilitates pavement and infrastructure assets using advanced technology, superior chemistry, inventive technique, and above all, extensive experience. A 2-component polyurethane is injected thru 5/8" holes to stabilize soils and then lift concrete/asphalt when needed. This is a very quick process where 90% strength is reached within 30 minutes, allowing assets to be returned to normal use.I provided overall leadership to the company thru a nationwide network of operations centers. My team successfully increased bottom line profits by increasing sales and optimizing production efficiencies by accelerating growth into new markets, opening operational centers in key geographical areas, maximizing website presence to expand the URETEK brand, and developing strategic relationships with key customers and research partners. We fully utilized systems, processes, and technology to manage, analyze, and target new customers, improve products, and increase operational efficiencies.• Developed and drove a business plan that increased revenue by 26%.• Diversified business model in 2018 to include direct (start-up) operations in under-performing geographic areas and surpassed growth projections by 75% in first year.

2x State Champion Head Coach who became a better executive by serving in this role outside of the normal workday. This opportunity allowed me to be part of a start-up in building a new organization from the ground up and developing state championship teams of both coaches and players.• Recruited a high caliber staff of prior NFL, Division 1 College, and other equivalent level coaches to provide outstanding mentoring and coaching to junior high and high school players.• Worked with founders to develop all facets of the organization, including fund-raising and Board development.• Grew organization from 12 players during first year, to a high of 85 players from Junior High to High School.• Won Texas State Championship in 6-man football for the Texas Christian Athletic League (TCAL) in 2012.• Won Texas State Championship in 11-man football for the Texas Christian Athletic League (TCAL) in 2016.• 2016 Texas Christian Athletic League Coach of the Year.• State finalist in 2013, 2104, and 2015.• Prepared and developed numerous players to play at all levels of college football.

Sole proprietor of a business consulting operation both directly to customers and as an outsourced agent for other consulting firms. • Led acquisition for $8 million private durable goods company, which included sales and marketing strategy that is still being used today.• Developed a sales, distribution, and marketing strategy for startup company, doubling profits in the first year and 13.4% in the following 4 years.

Kgs. Lyngby, Copenhagen, ., Dk

Hempel is a $1 billion global paints and coatings manufacturer for the decorative, protective, marine, container, and yacht markets. From wind turbines and bridges to hospitals, ships, power stations and homes, Hempel coatings protect man-made structures from the corrosive forces of nature.• As Vice President of Supply Chain Americas, I held Full P&L accountability for the manufacturing and distribution of industrial coatings supporting $100 million in domestic and global sales.• Led North, Central, and South America manufacturing, distribution, and logistics team of 140 employees. • Oversaw manufacturing locations in the US and Ecuador, with warehousing in the US, Ecuador, and Argentina.• Restructured and restored a failing manufacturing operation to improve the aspects of costs, quality, service, output, and safety thru key personnel hiring, functional training, key capital injections, and preventive maintenance programs.• Improved service level performance from 56% in 2005 to 98% in 2006 by introducing and then leading the training, education, and implementation of the Sales and Operation Planning (SOP) process. Resulted in receiving “Best Global Practice” recognition for supply chain optimization improvements made in the Americas Region.• Decreased manufacturing cycle time 40% thru lean process improvements by implementing lean manufacturing techniques.https://www.north-america.hempel.com

Amsterdam, Noord Holland, Nl

AkzoNobel is the world's 3rd largest coatings company with $10.6 billion in total sales. Macco Adhesives, a subsidiary of ICI Paints prior to being purchased by AkzoNobel, manufactures adhesives and caulks for both domestic and international sales.• Held full P&L accountability for the manufacturing and distribution of the Liquid Nails products that supported the consumer division's sales of over $100 million.• Managed a multi-shift manufacturing and distribution team of 200 employees.• Utilized customers’ “point of sale” information and company ERP system to drive production & distribution scheduling, resulting in a reduction of finished goods inventory from $7 million to $4 million.• Reduced manufacturing costs 12% annually by increasing operating equipment efficiencies (OEE) from 40% to 65% utilizing lean manufacturing, installing bulk handling systems, and rewarding employee-led cost saving initiatives.• Facilitated the on-time closure of a regional distribution center, while exceeding The Home Depot’s, Lowe’s, and Wal-Mart’s service requirements with 99% In-Full.• Recognized corporately as, “…the rare person that can manage both the business and the people effectively.” Reward & Recognition program recognized as “Best Practice” in North America.

The Jones-Blair Company, now a part of Hempel, manufactures and distributes consumer, industrial, and commercial liquid and powder coatings to distributors, wholesalers, and company owned stores.• Held P&L accountability for the manufacturing and distribution of consumer and industrial products supporting the domestic and global sales of the entire company ($40 million in annual sales).• Responsible for the performance and development of 110 employees.• Implemented a Dupont-based Safety Program to rejuvenate a failing safety program, reducing the lost time incident rate by 67%.• Instituted a new shipping accuracy system, utilizing Corporate Enterprise system, SQL and MSAccess, resulting in a 42% increase in On-Time shipments and 38% increase in warehouse operator productivity.

Cleveland, Oh, Us

Prior to being purchased by Sherwin Williams, with sales of $14.03 billion and the # 2 coatings manufacturer in the world, Valspar was a $4 billion dollar global coatings manufacturer and ranked # 6 globally. Valspar produced consumer, industrial, and commercial coatings.• Accountable for two distribution centers distributing $180 million in consumer products to the South, Southwest, and Western regions of the United States. Key customers included Wal-Mart, Lowe’s Home Improvement, and Sears. • Developed Performance Measurement System, utilizing corporate Warehouse Management System (WMS) and SQL programming, to improve warehouse productivity by 45%. Recognized as “best practice” and adopted by entire Division.• Benchmarked by the external consulting firm of Orr and Boss as the “…best run conventional facility we have seen.”• Named Wal-Mart’s Vendor of the Year. Maintained the highest customer service level in the entire Division (99.2%).

Cleveland, Oh, Us

Reported directly to Vice President of Manufacturing. Served as internal consultant for cycle time reduction at 5 manufacturing facilities. Trained in Goldratt's Institute's Jonah Program for increasing Throughput.• Increased fill time by 30% by reducing batch changeover times.• Decreased cycle time by 40% thru re-design of plant layout, implementation of quality control testing, and six sigma utilization.• Managed two multi-million dollar capital improvement projects on time and within budget.• Developed new batch-tracking database incorporating data from Manugistics and corporate legacy system to improve scheduling at each facility.

Cleveland, Oh, Us

Responsible for the entire manufacturing process at division’s only union manufacturing facility. Managed 5 direct reports and oversaw a team of 110 operators and maintenance technicians.• Increased manufacturing capacity by 17% through implementation of a TPM program for all critical equipment and training operators in cycle time reduction techniques.• Facilitated the closing of one major facility by consolidating technology and equipment into existing facility, reducing division manufacturing costs by $2 million per year.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

l was a Cobra Attack Helicopter (AH-1) and Huey (UH-1) Maintenance Test Pilot accountable for the production and quality control in repairing components and electrical systems for over 100 military aircraft in Europe’s only depot-level repair facility. • Deployed to combat with 50% of all personnel to Somalia in support of Operations Restore Hope. Despite shortage of personnel in both Somalia and Germany, surpassed service requirements to customers in both Somalia and Germany throughout 6 month deployment.• Achieved 96% Operational Readiness Rate to exceed Army’s goal (90%) at all times.• Implemented and sustained an operator cross-training program to consistently achieve double-digit productivity increases despite 30% personnel cutbacks.• Managed team of 60 technicians and electricians.

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Ah-1 Cobra Helicopter