John Vandy Email & Phone Number

Houston, Tx, Us

In July 2024 I ceased functioning as President and Board Member of GTherm, Inc. and will spend more time with family. I continue to consult with GTherm Subsidiaries and Projects to ensure implementation of technologies and build effective teams. Through TVG, Inc. I use my experience to guide companies in improving operations and organizations to profitably grow their business.

GTherm developed patented technologies focused on: dramatically improving oil and gas recovery and electricity generation with emission free and environmentally friendly processes producing energy revenue and significant carbon and 45Q tax credits; dramatic fluid flow improvement, chemical mixing and water treatment efficiencies through implementation of patented oscillator technology in pipeline and tank environments; patented technologies to manufacturing composite pipe for pipelines, internal rehabilitation of corroded pipes, and water treatment and desalination applications; engineered low entropy geothermal HVAC augmentation kits to dramatically reduce energy consumption and improve thermal management for applications including data center operations; and developed a visionary Clean Smart City concept. Other applications and technologies under development to expand scope. Multiple patents, proprietary processes and technologies and significant tax credit accumulation result in incremental business opportunities with dramatic returns for investors.

Appointed by three US Secretaries of Commerce to provide input to The Department of Commerce in the development and prioritization of export assistance tools, guide local businesses interested in expanding export sales utilizing government support programs, and provide input to the legislative process to effectively support US business interests around the world.

Organization of CEO's focused on mentoring emerging executives and companies, enhancing business/public involvement, and maintaining a relationship as trusted advisors to fellow members. Elected President of the Houston Chapter for 2019/21.

GTherm Energy has developed patented technologies focused on significantly and cost effectively improving oil and gas recovery and electricity generation with emission free and environmentally friendly processes. Exotex Pipe manufactures composite pipe utilizing patented advanced materials demonstrating significant corrosion resistance, installation and lifecycle cost advantages compared to steel pipe. Multiple patents and proprietary processes and technologies result in incremental business opportunities. As a member of the Senior Executive team I am involved in establishing priorities, setting strategic direction, raising capital and staffing decisions. To demonstrate proof-of-concept for these new integrated technologies strategic relationships with were identified, cultivated and maintained including industry leaders, laboratories, partners, suppliers, investors and other constituents. Balancing an entrepreneurial and start-up culture with sound business operations and management control requirements to support growth is an on going challenge to support long term success.

Began as a Consultant to develop strategy to expand market opportunities for Renewable Energy products into the mining industry. Then hired to implement the strategy on a world wide basis. Management level relationships developed, multiple client application evaluations completed and proposals made to leading mining corporations, power generation entities, and a relationship formed the US Government to structure a single source no bid contract. An exclusive relationship negotiated with a complimentary technology innovator.

Guides Companies in creating and implementing business strategy, market positioning, new product and market launch, competitive analysis and distribution channel development to become leaders in the marketplace. Projects spanned fortune 100 Corporations and family owned distributors.

Seoul, Kr

Recruited to run the North American Equipment business and transform the organization from a Korean to American business style to establish long term competitiveness and resposition for dramatic growth.* Increased market share 25% in a depressed market.* Grew $30M replacement parts business at a 9% rate with 5% lower inventory.* Terminated 9% of the dealers for underperforming, expanded geographic responsibility of performing dealers and recruited new dealers to improve market coverage by over 25%.* Restructured the company and recruited key staff - 39% of exempt employees newly hired. Streamlined organization resulted in the introduction of numerous customer service initiatives and improved moral.* Positioned the company for a successful $4.9B acquisition.

Created a new company to penetrate the spare parts export market.* Generated $1M in revenue while investing less than 50% of planned SG&A.* Participated in Trade Missions and established customer contacts to develop $300K in incremental business .* Achieved profitability in 7 months.* Hired and trained staff, negotiated agent agreements, designed marketing tools, developed and implemented paperless operating procedures and controls to facilitate business opening within 60 days of start-up.* Sold business at 143% ROI.Coached Owner of $30M business to rebuild growth and profitability.* Acquired and integrated a $6M company that increased Division revenue 75%.* Acquired product line that was a bolt-on expansion adding $2M of revenue that delivered payback within 6 months.* Evaluated spare parts business and developed marketing and pricing strategies to halt revenue erosion, increasing margins 8% and improving customer service responsivness by 30%.

Responsible for Purchasing, Parts Customer Service, and Business Deveopment.* Recruited by Division President.* Conducted due diligence resulting in $600M international and domestic acquisitions.* Developed product support integration strategy for acquired businesses resulting in a plan to consolidate $320M in aftermarket sales.* Developed and implemented parts marketing strategy producting over $2M in new revenue in the first year.* Overhaled traditional spare parts business to increase revenue 7%, increase profitability 5%, and reduce inventory 14%.* Restructured and focused Purchasing to deliver a net 6% cost reduction, and a 30% inventory reduction while maintaining on-time delivery performance for manufacturing.

General management and full P&L responsibility.* Recruited from CNH by Division President, and Terex VP of Human Resources.* Developed and implemented a "post acquisition" strategy resulting in profitability improvement of 250%.* Increased revenue 56%, while improving gross margins 25%.* Redirected resources to expand penetration into thrid world countries.* Transitioned organization from a private to a publicly held company.* Relocated headquarters from Southern California to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Hired new personnel and reorganized staff to untilize new business processes producing operating cost savings of $200K, and eliminating tax liabilites of over $500K.

* Promoted 14 times during tenure with increasing levels of responsibility.* Managed up to $250M in sales volume through 170 distribution points that achieved sales volume records and market share growth in all product lines (to over 50% in the lead prodcut line).* Conceived marketing and promotion programs that generated up to $30M in incremental sales.* Introduced overseas manufactured product lines that generated $4M in incremental revenue.* Problem solver that led consolidation of 3 Divisions into 1, reorganized 3 Regions, and reengineered the customer service function of 2 Divisions that resulted in a 20% improvement in responsiveness.* Led teams that generated cost saving initiatives of over $200K.* Developed and implemented a new product launch strategy that lowered inventory investment by over 14% while shortening delivery times by 10%.