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Kurt D. Zeile is listed as Director of Business Development @ Prefix Corp | Transportation and Entertainment Industries at Prefix Corporation, based in Rochester, Michigan, United States. AeroLeads shows a work email signal at prefix.com, phone signal with area code 248, and a matched LinkedIn profile for Kurt D. Zeile.
Kurt D. Zeile previously worked as Director Of Business Development at Prefix Corporation and Business Development at Prefix Corporation. Kurt D. Zeile holds Bsme, Mechanical Engineering from Valparaiso University.
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As the Director Of Business Development at Prefix Corporation, I am responsible for identifying and nurturing the business relationships and opportunities that ultimately guide the organization toward the mission of placing our distinct fingerprint on the transportation industry. With over 30 years of experience in this dynamic and innovative sector, I have developed a strong technical and engineering aptitude, as well as a passion for product design and development.My goal is to apply my God-given talents in ways that consistently make a positive difference for our clients, partners, and team members. Some of my strengths include being genuine, personable, enthusiastic, and a problem solver. I also value integrity, continuous improvement, and deliberate critical thinking. I have contributed to the design and build of multiple aerospace mock-ups, vehicle seating prototypes, and concept vehicles, among other projects. I enjoy working with clients to develop the next customer-centered solution and unique user experience.
Listed skills include Product Development, Automotive, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and 16 others.
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Rochester Hills, Michigan, Us
Responsible for identifying and nurturing the business relationships and opportunities that ultimately guide the organization toward the mission of placing our distinct fingerprint on the transportation industry!
Rochester Hills, Michigan, Us
o Worked on a Team of four implementing an ERP system company wide to support company growtho Creating additional client diversity by fostering growth into the aerospace / aviation industry
Rochester Hills, Michigan, Us
Manage the design and build of prototypes for use in Engineering Evaluations and Market Research Clinics. Prototypes include:o Aerospace Mock-ups and Show Properties - Managed the design and build of 20+ interior cabin mock-ups over a 10 year period for Gulfstream Aerospace to support the G500/600 business jet program; culminating in the Gulfstream G600 Executive Aircraft Marketing Mock-up, Revealed at Gulfstream Headquarters in Savannah GA, and shown at NBAA 2014 in Orlando FL. o Managed several partial cabin and flight deck interior models for various business jet manufacturers o Vehicle Seating Prototypeso Vehicle Door and Tailgate Closure Prototypes o Vehicle Storage Prototypeso Vehicle Packaging Prototypeso Vehicle Lighting Prototypeso Vehicle Human Machine Interface (HMI) prototypes o Managed the development of the first Cadillac CUE Infotainment prototype o Managed the design and build of a robotic incremental forming machine for an OEM that permits the OEM to quickly manufacture prototype sheet metal panels without tooling/tooling expense
Rochester Hills, Michigan, Us
Oversaw all business activities related to the Company’s patented PVM products. Electromechanical (robotic) PVM devices sold for $1MM-$5MM, and are used by the automotive industry to evaluate vehicle spaciousness and customer preferences. (U.S. Patents 6,371,766 and 5,384,704) Managed all PVM client interactions - identifying client’s individual PVM product requirements, reviewing all quotes, and organizing personnel for field service and market research clinic support. (Domestic and overseas clients) Responsible for the sale and delivery of PVM products to Hyundai (Korea) and Toyota, (MI) resulting in a total of $1.8MM in revenue Created a comprehensive PVM Users Manual to assist clients and reduce the need for company technical support Oversaw implementation of key software features (PVM /CATIA interface and Component Editor) that resulted in the Ford team receiving Chief Engineer's Awards as part of Ford’s Vehicle Engineering Technology Excellence Program. Introduced the use of aluminum structural profile products (ITEM tm) as a PVM construction alternative resulting in reduced cost and sale of a $400,000 PVM to Ford Conceptual design for upgrades to the new PVM operating system resulting in revenue of $600,000, a reduction in legacy software, and continued PVM product demand
Rochester Hills, Michigan, Us
Managed the day to day operations of a 20 person staff with $5MM annual revenue, which permitted the owner to focus on marketing and growth. Served as the primary point of contact for all clients concerning project status Initiated the creation and documentation of several company processes that increased business efficiencies. Initiated and led regular project review and closure meetings
Rochester Hills, Michigan, Us
Directed the setup and use of PVM technology at events worldwide, resulting in increased client satisfaction with the product and annual revenues of $2.5MM. Personally named on the Provisional Patent Application Serial No. 60/060,765 filed Oct. 2, 1997 entitled "Programmable Vehicle Model," the contents of which have been incorporated, in their entirety, into U.S. Patent 6,371,766 Supported clients use of PVM’s at market research clinics in the USA, Europe, Asia, and South America (Clinics run 2-4 weeks). Tracked product reliability issues and implemented continuous product improvement steps Systematized PVM quotes by creating an interactive MS Excel tool to determine a PVM's price based on requested options and PVM build criteria. Developed a PVM training course outline and final examination for testing comprehension of trained personnel. Trained client personnel in the operation of their PVM (GM Warren MI, Ford Dearborn MI, Ford Cologne Germany) Used FAROtm Arm CMM to scan/digitize the interiors of production automobiles and PVMs in four continents (North America, South America, Europe, Asia)
Rochester Hills, Michigan, Us
Designed and built multiple innovative solutions for the first generation Prefix PVMs. The patented PVM technology resulted in an estimated $40MM in gross revenue. Eliminated the need for regular PVM calibration and increased PVM acceptance by clients through implementing an absolute encoder solution Assisted in PVM manufacturing and assembly - Operated MIG/TIG welders, mills, precision lathes and other metal fabrication equipment for manufacturing of PVM components.
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Kurt D. Zeile holds Bsme, Mechanical Engineering from Valparaiso University.
Kurt D. Zeile is listed with skills including Product Development, Automotive, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, and Management.
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