I advise boards of directors, CEOs, and private equity firms on commercial and operations strategies that drive valuation, revenue, and EBITDA growth. I have 25+ years of experience in the building products industry. My background includes leading large divisions for Valspar ($4+ billion, NYSE: VAL) and Black & Decker ($4.8 billion, NYSE: SWK). In those roles, I worked with the companies’ executive teams and boards and consistently delivered financial targets across business cycles and geographies. At Valspar, I led the $1.6 billion Global Consumer Paints division with full P&L accountability. My work ensured that Valspar met the conditions necessary to complete its acquisition by Sherwin-Williams.Earlier, at Black & Decker, I led strategy and execution, with full P&L accountability, for the company’s power tool businesses in North America and Europe.I assumed leadership for the $2.5 billion North America business as the Great Recession gutted product demand. In that full-crisis cycle, I delivered $65 million year-over-year net income growth. Previously, I led the $1.2 billion EMEA region, including expanding operations in the Middle East and Eastern Europe and introducing the DeWalt brand to all markets. In addition to my advisory and executive careers, I have held leadership roles on the boards of two national nonprofit organizations.I’m currently Vice Chairman & Chairman-Elect of the Board of Trustees for Sigma Alpha Epsilon, one of the largest fraternal organizations in the United States.Previously, I served as Board President and as a Board Member for ToolBank USA, an organization that has worked with 5,000+ community-based organizations to provide high-quality tools for 100,000+ projects, including disaster relief and housing development. I graduated from Towson University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. Currently a Florida resident, I also enjoy mentoring rising executives, managing real estate investment projects, and golf. Let's talk!☎️ (+1) 410-710-9500 ✉️ les.h.ireland@gmail.com