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As a born leader , I bring the ability to quickly lead companies to success. After identifying the get-it-done people and building strong teams, together we cut through the red tape, implement cost-effective solutions and foster continuous companywide improvements. With a strong sales and marketing background, my communication skills are welcome at all levels of the organization. People like working for me.For a startup, stalled or plateaued automotive supplier company, bringing in an executive level manager, CEO, COO or VP such as myself gives you access to proven talent. Creating and maintaining a profitable bottom line is one of my key management strengths.Executive management experience includes:CEO of Southern Rewinding Sales and Service bringing company to profitability within 5 months of hire date. Company sales and service to all facets of the industrial base including power generation, water treatment, automotive, entertainment, food and packaging,etc.> Serving as CEO of Borbet Alabama, grew the manufacturing-based business 50% in one year-- turning the bottom line from red to black within five months.> As Sr VP Global Sales, leading mfg from one to nine plants -- largest producer of cast aluminum wheels.> P&L responsibility for overseeing the production of alloy suspension components.> Served on two Global JV BOD's> Cutting waste and building efficiencies through implementing lean and 6 Sigma principles.> Traveling internationally – fostering my appreciation of all ethnic groups and cultures.> Commitment to high integrity and professionalism.Specialties: Automotive manufacturing executiveAutomotive supplier expertAutomotive supplier executiveAutomotive component leaderAutomotive supplier Tier 1Automotive supplier Tier 2Executive team leaderAutomotive CEOAutomotive CEO candidateAutomotive manufacturing leaderCEO candidateCEO

Listed skills include Start Ups, Management, P&L Management, Cross Functional Team Leadership, and 39 others.