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San Leandro, Ca, Us

San Leandro, California

Transport Authority provides a very unique and disruptive infusion method for precise dosing of edibles in most any food formats imaginable. We provide a tech-enabled manufacturing solution to deliver the absolute most complete plant profile, including acidic cannabinoids. Our proprietary dosing precision and accuracy processing capabilities provide an edibles production approach that is radically different. Eliminating the requirements for a kitchen, minimizing floorspace, dramatically reducing utilities costs, while enabling partners to create products that are reliable, consistent, safe and scalable.

Taylor, Texas

Materials manufacturer and fabricator of chemically resistant worksurfaces within laboratory & cleanroom environments of the pharma / university / K-12 and commercial markets. Remember the black countertops you worked on in chemistry class? Those were most likely Durcon Tops!> Brought back by new management to strengthen key support functions for the organization; rebuild crippled relationships and revenues in key regions for the company and to promote the growth and development of new products to the market.> Successfully regained lost revenues (>$2M) from Durcon’s largest customers.> Managed and strengthened dealership relations across Durcon’s largest revenue region. > Led new product introduction across the US, promoting to architects, general contractors & facility owners resulting in accelerated new product acceptance.> Instrumental in retaining market share during challenging manufacturing troubles.

Grand Junction, Colorado

Manufacturer of specialized and custom weapons, accessories & energetic assemblies for the defense, law enforcement, space, oil & gas industries.> Senior member of the Executive Leadership Team.> Developed and managed a highly successful sales team, securing a record number of multi-million dollar contracts with DoD.> Established strong C-level relationships with military leaders and weapons manufacturers to broaden Capco’s exposure and win multiple multi-year contracts.> Instituted an in-depth tracking system designed specifically to record details critical to DoD contracts.> Instrumental in recruiting and hiring key contributors to support the company’s growing volume.

Midland, Michigan

Furniture (casework) manufacturer to the architectural & construction clientele in the K-12 / university / commercial markets.> Senior member of the Executive Leadership Team.> Strengthened relationships throughout Case’s dealer network resulting in improved market exposure and increased revenues.> Developed new distribution channels and dealer representation enabling the company to reach new revenue stream markets.> Collaborated with manufacturing to design a quick turn modular product offerings to shorten lead-times and open new market opportunities.

Austin, Texas

Materials manufacturer and fabricator for specialized worksurfaces within laboratory & cleanroom environments of the pharma / university / K-12 and commercial markets.> Built strong and lasting relationships with Durcon’s dealer network, architects, and GCs across the US.> Recipient of multiple Supplier of the Year awards from customers for improving communications, managing factory performance and overall increasing customer satisfaction.> Turned the smallest revenue region into the largest, increasing revenues by >$6M in 18 months.

Orlando, Florida

Manufacturer of specialized materials and manufacturer of custom optics for applications serving DoD, semiconductor, security, and aerospace industries.> Senior member of the executive team.> Instrumental in developing and negotiating a refurbishment program to support DoD material requirements which provided the highest margin, largest revenue stream for ERPOC.> Broadened market exposure and won multiple contracts leading to 2X previous sales figures.> Utilized HUBZone classification to align with large DoD manufacturers to win government contracts.> Designed ERPOC’s new image and company logo recognized by all in the optics and defense industries.

Eaton, Oh

Specialized materials and machining manufacturer producing custom products serving the semiconductor, DoD, space, and electronics industries.> Recruited back to company to lead diversification programs into new markets.> Developed and managed key DoD materials development program.> Brought new materials opportunities to Silfex, expanding their product portfolio and gaining entrance to new markets.> Provided leadership to opening new opportunities and building lasting relationships with customers.

Austin, Texas

Manufacturer of inspection and test equipment in the semiconductor and electronics industries.> Member of the Executive Leadership Team.> Led sales activities abroad in Japan, Korea and Taiwan introducing new technology equipment to the worlds’ leading global IC manufacturers. > Built strong market demand for the technology, enough so to attract multiple M&A solicitors. > Extensively engaged in managing customer relationships during acquisition of Metrosol by a leading industry manufacturer.

Eaton, Ohio

Specialized materials and machining manufacturer producing custom products serving the semiconductor, DoD, space, and electronics industries.> Senior member of the Executive Team.> Led sales activities with company’s largest customer amplifying their critical supply line concerns which ultimately transitioned into their acquisition of Bullen and it’s patented technology. > Developed and expanded new sales programs and directives marketing Bullen’s specialized materials to DoD programs.

Fremont, California

Specialized, patented technology start-up semiconductor inspection & test equipment manufacturer.> Led the global market introduction of Oraxion’s new technology to leading IC manufacturers.> Built and managed a team of strong sales representatives throughout the Asian markets.> Technical author and presenter of product collateral and market analysis detail.> Supported the buyout activities of Oraxion with a leading semiconductor equipment manufacturer.

Fremont, California

Advanced technology semiconductor inspection & test equipment manufacturer.> Managed Sales, Customer Support, Field Service & Technical Support teams (27 employees) for Central US and key corporate accounts throughout Europe building on revenues YoY.> Formulated and implemented a successful redesign of Therma-Wave’s WW sales focus ultimately leading to stronger customer relationships and significant revenue growth.> Led sales efforts in defeating the market leader for new installations in the US and Europe, rewarding Therma-Wave with multi-million dollar orders.> Hired and managed multiple European service teams to support key accounts and regional customers.> Repeat award winner for recognition of largest annual growth within the company.> Recipient of multiple Customer Satisfaction awards from the worlds leading IC manufacturers.

Eindhoven, The Netherlands

Worlds’ leading photolithography equipment manufacturer for the semiconductor industry.> Developed and managed the sales and service teams in the Southwest region which were recognized for record revenue growth and new installations.> Increased regional sales by 3X quota in two years.> Received global recognition from ASML for providing highest customer satisfaction.> Recipient of ‘Supplier of the Year’ awards for stellar customer support from multiple customers.

Mountain View, California & Austin, Texas

Semiconductor process equipment manufacturer.> Opened and managed the very first remote Sales & Service office for Genus and successfully grew the regional organization YoY.> Awarded ‘Salesman of the Year’ for being the company’s first to sell the newly acquired high energy ion implant tool.> Consistently awarded ‘Supplier of the Year’ from the regional customers for strong support and communication.> Developed, launched and directly supported Genus’ marketing strategy aimed at expanding their footprint internationally.> Supported the international sales teams in Japan & Europe as a technical specialist.> Author of technical bulletins and internal sales support presentations.

Santa Cruz, California

Semiconductor memory device manufacturer.> Buyer for chemicals, materials and components to sustain semiconductor production lines.> Received corporate recognition for cost savings on key supply contracts in first year in the position.> Supported process functions in the diffusion and lithography modules of the fab providing oversight and corrections to equipment performance.