Consistently challenged to conceive, implement, and manage business plans for stagnant companies or divisions. Adept at installing a growth, challenge-oriented climate where people are self-motivated to succeed. Management style is intensive/energetic with team goals, positive maintenance, and follow-up to insure expected results. Forte is executive management with skills to deal with problems in operating a manufacturing company. Possess an extensive working knowledge of all facets of cabinet/furniture manufacturing including sales/marketing, cash flow management, production control, standard cost systems, inventory control, all types of machinery including computerized equipment, product engineering, new product development, industrial engineering, finishing systems, OSHA, EPA, pollution control equipment and regulations, value engineering of products, and made-to-order production manufacturing.