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Angola, Indiana, United States

Along with a key partner, created a new company to help companies grow into different channels or verticals. Using 30+ years of experience in technical sales development and operational management, I bring a unique perspective and value to elevate best in class brands growth potential. Developing new connections amongst various industries is exciting and.

Coldwater, Michigan, United States

Recruited by Fox Factory to be GM of its subsidiary, Sport Truck USA. Directly responsible for all P&L and Operational facets of the company. Eliminated the large backlog that was inherited after the pandemic in 11 months and minimized the EBITDA hit during the unprecedented metal surcharges of 2021/2022. Created many operational improvements resulting in.

Oxnard, California, United States

Became GM of the Oxnard Division of APP at a difficult time for the plant. It was underperforming and was not profitable. Within 1 year, turned a negative into operating profitably and continued to do so at record levels until my departure. We acquired some long term contracts that created more sustainability than had been done in many years. The.

Santa Ana, California, United States

Director of the forged wheel division of APP, supplier of forged aluminum wheel blanks to the automotive aftermarket in North America and the OE and aftermarket segments in Europe and Asia. Additionally, we supplied both the aftermarket and OE markets in special motorcycle applications. Our wheel blanks were used by some of the very best names and.

Braselton, Georgia, United States

Promoted to President of the NA subsidiary of BBS AG in Germany in 2009 as the parent company was emerging from its first insolvency re-structuring. Turned BBS of America back to profitability after losing money for a few years. Substantial sales increases ensued. The 2nd parent company insolvency resulted in lower overall sales but BBS of America remained.

Braselton, Georgia, United States

Responsible for all operational and P&L facets of the Motorsport and OE Divisions of one of the leading wheel brands in the world, BBS. Designed and implemented a complete turn around for both operations leading to increased revenues and profits.

Medina, Ohio, United States

Tasked with developing a global growth strategy for the Hawk Performance brand of friction products. Through improved performance, new product development and launch as well as increased distribution channels, achieved record growth for the brand.

Medina, Ohio, United States

Tasked with increasing the revenue and profits of the Hawk Performance brand of friction materials as well as creating synergies across the 3 brands of the Hawk Performance Group, Hawk Performance brake pads, Tex Racing and QuarterMaster.

Braselton, Georgia, United States And Winter Park, FL

Developing BBS Motorsport into the dominating force of the racing world allowed for additional roles of Management at BBS of America. Always pushing, always leading and creating greater brand awareness at every level.