Report to the company President and CEO. We discuss company and investment strategies. M&A opportunities. Operational improvements and best practices. Often I'll create Excel models to help make data-informed management decisions.Oversee IT department, covering topics such as business continuity, disaster recovery, best practices, data governance, projects to improve company productivity, etc.

OctaneNation is a social network for automotive enthusiasts that focuses on the cars they love and the $30B spent on parts to customize their vehicles. Users can create a profile of their car and identify parts that they have, want, or had and connect with other users.Parts manufacturers with products catering to the automotive performance/accessory aftermarket are invited to contact me for inclusion in our catalogue. ACES and PIES data are supported.Automotive performance shops… Show more OctaneNation is a social network for automotive enthusiasts that focuses on the cars they love and the $30B spent on parts to customize their vehicles. Users can create a profile of their car and identify parts that they have, want, or had and connect with other users.Parts manufacturers with products catering to the automotive performance/accessory aftermarket are invited to contact me for inclusion in our catalogue. ACES and PIES data are supported.Automotive performance shops can create detailed build sheets of project cars to showcase their capabilities and connect with potential customers. Customers can find shops when searching for specific parts or vehicles, making it easy to target specific makes (e.g. Corvettes) or specific parts (e.g. fuel injection installations). Show less

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• Crafted a resource planning system which utilizes existing project management system, SQL, Microsoft Access and Excel pivot tables to provide an easy-to-use interface for user data entry and management reporting (dashboards / business intelligence) • Designed data migration process to transfer data from legacy BillQuick to Deltek Vision ERP system

Led analyst in crafting market entry strategy for two separate Fortune 500 companies investigating product extension into building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products in Western Europe.Evaluated market sizing, competitor analysis and financial feasibility by generating complex Excel models; recommended suitable products and strategic partners.Freelance Consultant during 2009.

As the sole employee based in the US, led planning and business development for a Mexican production facility with $10M sales goal.Developed and managed relationships with senior purchasing personnel at Ford, GM, and DCX.Managed closure of U.S. operations with oversight of legal processes and continuance of client relationships.

Led cross functional team of three in new business development targeting automotive OEM’s.Developed business case and quotes; negotiated pricing; awarded €5M program with Ford UK and as a result became one of their preferred suppliers for cooling system components.Presented technical and commercial proposals to customers in Germany, Turkey, France, UK, and the US.

At this Roush Industries/Uni Boring Co Inc joint-venture, I managed ten Tier 1 & 2 contracts with Ford Motor Company representing $10M in sales including the first Tier 1 contract with Ford and the Ford GT supercharger/intake assembly, ensuring defect-free assemblies delivered on-time.Led processes including quoting, quality assurance, pricing, and pricing negotiations.Initiated lean manufacturing improvements including inventory turnover, material flow, and traceability.

Provided on-site contract services to Ford using DVP&R, FMEA, and 8D methodologies; saved $5 million through initiatives with full service suppliers on cam drive components.Headed investigation of component failures (intercoolers) in production vehicles; identified problem and coordinated team to develop key-life test for future Ford vehicles.Provided engineering support for a hybrid-electric drivetrain under development.

I was the co-founder and powertrain leader for the University of Alberta's first entry to the Formula SAE competition in Detroit. We were the highest placed rookie team (30th of 100 entrants) utilizing an unconventional single-cylinder engine and CVT. Other features included mountain bike socks, 10" wheels, and direct mechanical steering linkage to minimize weight.I was also a team member of the Hybrid Electric Vehicle and Liquefied Petroleum Gas Vehicle organizations in charge of… Show more I was the co-founder and powertrain leader for the University of Alberta's first entry to the Formula SAE competition in Detroit. We were the highest placed rookie team (30th of 100 entrants) utilizing an unconventional single-cylinder engine and CVT. Other features included mountain bike socks, 10" wheels, and direct mechanical steering linkage to minimize weight.I was also a team member of the Hybrid Electric Vehicle and Liquefied Petroleum Gas Vehicle organizations in charge of vehicle chassis. Show less

Coordinated purchase of software for electrical reliability estimation to be implemented in future product development; obtained required internal documentation for reliability estimation.