Jonas Geiger Email & Phone Number

Boston, Ma, Us

United States

Natick, Massachusetts, United States

Natick, Massachusetts

Natick, Massachusetts

Greater Boston Area

By focusing heavily on sales and marketing, transformed Furniture by Dovetail a residential furniture company into a top tier contract office furniture manufacturer by focusing on design, quality, and responsiveness. Personally developed strong relationships and strategic partnerships with the top furniture dealerships, architects and designers in the Northeast. Developed, mentored and motivated the ModernGrain sales team. By listening to the customer, created and executed marketing plans that… Show more By focusing heavily on sales and marketing, transformed Furniture by Dovetail a residential furniture company into a top tier contract office furniture manufacturer by focusing on design, quality, and responsiveness. Personally developed strong relationships and strategic partnerships with the top furniture dealerships, architects and designers in the Northeast. Developed, mentored and motivated the ModernGrain sales team. By listening to the customer, created and executed marketing plans that enhanced brand awareness that centered around the customer experience to drive sales revenues. Show less

Greater Boston Area

Responsible for growth and development for a residential furniture company. Managed residential and contract sales, marketing, production, client satisfaction, human resources, finance, and profitability. Increased sales from $1.75 million in 2005 to $2.55 million in 2007 a 46% increase. Lead Dovetail to record profits 2006 & 2007. Received Boston Magazine’s prestigious “Best of Boston” award for 2008.

Greater Atlanta Area

Lead multi-organizational team that resulted in a cohesive and integrated program of natural wood veneer finishes for Herman Miller, Meridian, and Geiger branded product lines allowing Herman Miller and Meridian products to leverage Geiger quality standards and reputation. Managed Geiger’s strategic relationships with key national accounts through regular communication and relationship management on critical projects. Managed human resources, fiscal responsibilities, and operations for the… Show more Lead multi-organizational team that resulted in a cohesive and integrated program of natural wood veneer finishes for Herman Miller, Meridian, and Geiger branded product lines allowing Herman Miller and Meridian products to leverage Geiger quality standards and reputation. Managed Geiger’s strategic relationships with key national accounts through regular communication and relationship management on critical projects. Managed human resources, fiscal responsibilities, and operations for the Quality, Safety, and Environmental Affairs departments. (10 direct reports). Established Quality Operating System, reduced warranty costs from $2.5 million in 2001 to $1.3 million in 2003, saving $2.3 million over three years. Reduced defect rate from 55,000 Parts per Million (PPM) in 2001 to 2,500 PPM in 2003. Reduced Volatile Organic Compounds emissions from 60 tons in 2000 to 25 tons in 2003. Ensured compliance of all state and federal emission regulations. Georgia Environmental Protection Division Air Permit Inspection and United States Environment Protection Agency Inspection completed with no findings. Developed and implemented the first water-borne ultra violet curable urethane coatings in North America. Implemented water-based stains, roll-coat finishing technology, and robotic spray technology. Lead Toyota Production System initiatives (Lean Manufacturing). Introduced initiatives toward sustainable design and manufacturing. Established an Employee Safety Committee and Emergency Response Team. Reduced OSHA Safety Incident Rate from 22.81 in 2001 to 13.84 in 2003. Show less

Greater Atlanta Area

Planned and implemented a new state-of-the-art 96,000 square-foot furniture production facility. Responsible for bid process, evaluation of European high tech facilities and equipment, contractors, selection on CNC and DNC production equipment, project management, implementation of building services, equipment, hiring and training standards, and production ramp-up. Played key role in the development and implementation of a seamless computer system to take product from specification through the… Show more Planned and implemented a new state-of-the-art 96,000 square-foot furniture production facility. Responsible for bid process, evaluation of European high tech facilities and equipment, contractors, selection on CNC and DNC production equipment, project management, implementation of building services, equipment, hiring and training standards, and production ramp-up. Played key role in the development and implementation of a seamless computer system to take product from specification through the manufacturing process to invoicing. Provided comprehensive oversight for operations of two manufacturing facilities:-Fulton – a 185,000 sq. ft. production facility, 300 employees, $38,000,000 volume-ATO – a 96,000 sq. ft. assemble to order facility, 45 employees, $5,000,000 volume Show less

Greater Atlanta Area

Lead Project Management staff consisting of 10 employees throughout the United States responsible for furniture specifications, project bids, mock-ups, customer presentations, and liaison between sales and manufacturing. Supported 35 sales representatives. Developed marketing alliance between Geiger and Herman Miller. Integration of Herman Miller product lines into Geiger manufacturing facilities and manufacturing methodology. Lead team in Slovenia to access potential to produce new product… Show more Lead Project Management staff consisting of 10 employees throughout the United States responsible for furniture specifications, project bids, mock-ups, customer presentations, and liaison between sales and manufacturing. Supported 35 sales representatives. Developed marketing alliance between Geiger and Herman Miller. Integration of Herman Miller product lines into Geiger manufacturing facilities and manufacturing methodology. Lead team in Slovenia to access potential to produce new product line. Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

Rebuilt territory and established solid groundwork for future sales representatives. Exceed goal of $1,000,000 in first year covering Southern California sales territory of Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. Provided leadership and sales expertise on critical large projects.

Mba, Entrepreneurship

Bs, Marketing

High School