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Manchester, Nh

RTI International is one of the world’s leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 3,700 provides research and technical services to governments and businesses in more than 75 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory testing and chemical analysis.As an innovation consultant we provide technology based services, including helping clients find technologies to solve their problems (technology scouting) and helping clients with innovative technology to find markets and commercialization partners (technology-driven market intelligence).

Sedona International, Inc. provides solutions to complex engineering challenges. Focused on complex electronic products, we excel in applied research, engineering development, program management and technology transfer.As co-Founder and CEO have responsibility for leading our company. SII works with clients with a diverse range of technology challenges. Lead executive team to explore growth options and strategically pivot several times to adapt to the changing environment. In addition to working with clients, we developed new technology IP for unique single-stage bi-directional power converter targeted to high current EV and grid applications. Solicited investment funds for early stage funding. Lead finance, program management, contracts, patent portfolio, sales and marketing.

Plexus is a Global Product Realization company based in Neenah, WI offering a variety of services including contract manufacturing, engineering and service support. Responsibility for P&L to oversee and grow the East Coast Region for the design services. The East Region included over 40 employees with offices in NH, VT, PA, FL and Calgary. This was one of three offices that reported to Corporate Engineering and accounted for $7M of the $15M in revenue with the highest profit margin. Implemented new small team (cell) concept with design resulting on lower overhead and high client satisfaction. Lead employees through acquisition transition with low turnover and high client satisfaction.

Cieos, Inc. - CIEOS provides total digital infrastructure solutions for the professional services markets. Worked with CEO and board to develop strategic business plan and to solicit financing for aggressive growth. Responsibilities include: P&L reporting and review to board; systematizing service based business operations in preparation for expansion into major metropolitan regions of US; manage proprietary product development of computer based product with NYC design firm; develop complete business operations plan including marketing and distribution plan.University of NM - Work collaboratively with Anderson School of Management at the University of New Mexico’s with their Management of Technology Program. Worked with technology based companies to develop and evaluate business plans. Focused on strategic business development through evaluation and strategic direction of core competencies.GT Equipmtent - Worked with CEO and Director of Engineering to provide an independent review of internal ECO procedure and flow with recommendations for improvement.

Ferrofluidics was the leading producer of Semiconductor equipment for 200mm crystal growth before it sold the division to Kayex, a wholly owned company of SPX Corp in 1999. Ferrofluidics was later acquired by Ferrotec, a diversified technology company with a worldwide presence in a broad array of end products, manufacturing systems, and industries.Held a variety of roles with the company culminating with responsibility for the divisional P&L with sales of $70M+ of semiconductor equipment, service and support. Operational responsibility included all manufacturing operations (quality, procurement, inventory, assembly, test, manufacturing engineering, installation and project management). Reduced install time by 50% through cross-functional training and rotation. Implemented cross-functional training program and work cell concept resulting in reduced manufacturing cycle time, higher quality and employee growth. Implemented an outsource program for all non value added operations to reduce costAs business unit manager was responsible for worldwide sales, marketing, customer service and installations. Customers were 80% Asia, 5% Europe, 15% North America. Increase annual sales from $10M to $48M. Booked largest company order of $20M creating the largest company backlog of more than $80M. Established international installation team to reduce installation costs and improve quality. Included ex-pat arrangement for manager. Implemented customer satisfaction survey for feedback.Initially hired to implement a manufacturing structure and planning to meet increased sales on new product line. Reduced cycle time from 10 weeks to 4 weeks though implementation of JIT manufacturing techniques. Project manager for implementation of new company MRPII system. Created structured environment and introduced benchmarking program with local leading companies using best industry practices.

Start-up venture to design, develop, and manufacture proprietary products primarily for the Dental and Dental lab markets. Designed & patented first product in less than 1 year. Financial and operational responsibility including securing investment funds for start up operations. Successfully negotiated contract for distribution channel with largest dental lab and 3rd largest dental distributors in market.