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Alpharetta, Ga, Us

• Led and managed cross-functional teams across finance, engineering, quality, production, procurement, and logistics, ensuring alignment, effective communication, and seamless operations.• Developed and executed strategic plans to drive operational excellence, meeting business objectives and enhancing overall performance.• Streamlined processes and optimized procurement, achieving a 20% reduction in BOM costs and 50% improvement in throughput efficiency.• Directed a team of 8 managers and 25 employees, providing mentorship, guidance, and performance feedback to drive organizational optimization.• Established performance metrics and KPIs to track operational effectiveness and identify areas for continuous improvement.• Managed the budget and financial forecasting for multiple projects, supporting product portfolio growth and long-term business goals.• Reported directly to the CEO/founder and Board of Directors, providing executive-level visibility and strategic insights.• Implemented best practices and quality control measures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.• Cultivated a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, fostering team creativity and driving operational advancements.• Built and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, vendors, and suppliers, ensuring alignment and value creation.

Worcester, Massachusetts, Us

• Provided both pro bono and compensated consulting services to private equity firms and startups, specializing in business development, engineering, and manufacturing.• Led product development efforts, leveraging business expertise and an international network to secure investment and drive the commercialization of a novel residential power generation solution.

Mesa, Arizona, Us

Reported directly to the CEO and COO.• Held full responsibility for multiple domestic and international electric vehicle projects, including engineering strategy, planning and execution of advanced technologies, quality assurance, product feedback, and workforce management.• Led a cross-functional team of approximately 35 professionals across disciplines including mechanical, electrical, high-voltage, low-voltage, UI/UX, interiors, exteriors, and powertrain.• Designed and implemented a comprehensive New Product Introduction (NPI) protocol, drawing from experience across diverse industries and markets.• Enhanced business acumen through the integration of cross-disciplinary processes and the establishment of Objectives & Key Results (OKRs).

• Delivered both pro bono and compensated consulting services to private equity firms and startups, focusing on business development, engineering, and manufacturing.• Led product development initiatives, utilizing industry expertise and a global network to attract investment and advance the commercialization of an innovative solid oxide fuel cell power generation solution for residential use.

Peachtree City, Ga, Us

Reported to the President• Transformed the organization by establishing a new innovation team encompassing business development, product development, engineering, performance, regulatory compliance, program management, and competitive analysis.• Designed, implemented, and trained staff on a New Product Introduction (NPI) protocol, leading to global adoption across the organization.• Founded and led the Strategy & Business Development Committee, identifying eight sustainable growth opportunities to achieve $1B in sales and overseeing full product portfolio management.• Collaborated on a $400M construction project, establishing North America's sole tankless water heater manufacturing facility.• Authored and managed an $8M+ organizational budget, covering four key categories: Commercial, Residential, HVAC, and IoT, with full profit & loss (P&L) responsibility.• Cultivated strategic technology partnerships with energy agencies and utility companies across the U.S. and Canada.• Conducted market research and led negotiations for targeted merger and acquisition opportunities.

Peachtree City, Ga, Us

Led a lean, highly-skilled team of product professionals responsible for optimizing current product portfolio and developing innovative products by leveraging existing internal/international capabilities resulting in solutions which satisfy voice-of-the-customer requirements.

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Directed engineering and innovation efforts for the global Freestyle beverage dispensing systems.Reported to the Group Director of Freestyle Engineering• Accomplished multiple international project launches, each with $3M+ annual budgets • Successful development of novel, global dispense solutions: mechanical, fluidics, thermodynamics, hardware, software, firmware, human factors, regulatory (NSF, UL, CE & SK)• Reengineered a 2-year failing solution: in 6 months met all domestic & international regulatory/performance, commercial launch in 1 year • Awarded (4) patent filings, securing technological advantage

Boston, Ma, Us

Directed R&D for consumer technologies and managed high-impact product development initiatives.• Mentored lean, high-profile team responsible for 35% improved product quality & manufacturing performance + generated $10M+ in new revenue streams through novel product development• Volunteered to Design/Manage construction of $800K engineering test lab: noted as best execution in complex • Strategized Business Case for a $30M ground-up refrigeration platform - exceeded throughput and quality targets • Awarded (9) patent filings in a 4-year period

Start-up organization providing Engineering, Design & Business Development Expertise• Realized $12M in new platform savings - John Deere (high-end turf products)• Conceptualized novel, aerodynamic, heavy truck solution - Quality Metal Craft (tier one automotive supplier)• Championed Multiple Disciplines - Management Engineers Consulting (international engineering/business consulting)• Awarded (3) patents including international

Austin, Texas, Us

Contributed to the Model S vehicle development and established the engineering team.• Second associate hired for Model S vehicle development – disruption catalyst to 100+ year old automotive industry • Architected novel strategy for design, engineering, manufacturing, and assembly • Located / facilitated office location, recruited entire engineering team from an army of one • Developed and Managed $30M budget: manpower, resources, prototypes, licensing, facilities

• Managed over (140) tools on (3) continents – Japan, United States and China• Developed/maintained DVP&R, DFMEA, BOM, and ECR/ECO protocols to ensure highest quality product releases• Improved throughput over 15% in only 1 month’s timeframe - eliminating processes and personnel issues• Increased effectiveness in product development process for quality/manufacturing by 50%• Reduced post-production release tooling revisions by 28%

Us

Directed staff of (7) highly skilled engineers in design for complex kinematic convertible top applications• Implemented DFx Principles (DFM, DFA, DFS, DFQ, etc.)• Managed quarterly cost avoidance saving over 20% - renegotiated existing contracts• Reduced tooling change cost 30% & 25% product release time reduction• Assumed engineering liaison role to major OEM customers (General Motors, Ford, and DaimlerChrysler)• Increased engineering throughput over 20% - eliminated non-value-added activities

Auburn Hills, Mi, Us

• Developed entire body-in-white - domestic & international product launch - concept through production• Increased corporate efficiencies - productive collaboration with joint venture organizations• Awarded (4) unique patents in 5-year period• Streamlined company-wide corporate data management system, eliminating non-value-added processes

Spring Hill, Tn, Us

Progressively promoted from Senior Designer to Design Leader Technical over (30) designers• Coordinated complete engineering, vehicle packaging, and manufacturing activities - concept through post-production• Homologated vehicles for Asian markets• Managed studio and engineering activities (interior & exterior) early in concept development stages• Developed non-corrosive, non-dent able exterior panel design using polymer material technologies

Start-up enterprise supplementing full-time roleInternational joint venture providing best-in-class horticultural greenhouses for residential and commercial applicationsManaged all aspects of start-up company responsibilities: Finance, Business Development, Sales, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, InstallationManaged industry events and benefits

Bachelor Of Science, Business Administration / Industrial Administration

Bsme, Mechanical Engineering

Certification, Lean Six Sigma

Associates, Mechanical Engineering

Certification, Automotive Design And Development