Robert J. Morrow Email & Phone Number

Near Toronto, Canada

Conference Presentations2018 Global Gypsum Conference - "The Merger of Titans" USG / Knauf2017 Global Gypsum Conference - "The Economic Impact of a gypsum Factory"2016 Global Gypsum Conference - "So, you've decided to build a gypsum factory. Now what?"2015 Global Gypsum Conference - "Who is the Real Customer"2015 Global Syngyp Conference - " Mission.

• Implemented a structured and focused management framework for supply chain which had Vision, Mission, Values and Strategic Objectives as a foundation and Key Plans, Activities and Measures that were used to give.
• Participated in the implementation of a “Safety” process that led to a “World Class” safety culture evolving in the company.

• Negotiated numerous purchase, supply, distribution, shareholder, and other agreements for business units in Canada & the USA, that resulted in increased security of supply and lower costs.
• Supply agreement counterparties include OPG, American Electric Power, Progress Energy, Kentucky Utilities, Caraustar Industries, Republic Paperboard Company, Norampac, National Gypsum Company, CN, CPR, CSL, TCPL.
• Developed the “supply chain” concept within the organization.
• Built the supply chain department from 3 people covering Canada into a 25 person team with North American responsibility. At its peak the team was responsible for the equivalent of 1000 trucks per business day.
• Developed and implemented the strategy to outsource paper supply based on long term agreements generating annual savings of $12 million, significant improvements in quality and reduced working capital.
• Developed and implemented an energy purchasing strategy for the North American business that had an annual spend of $100 million.

• Participated as a key member of the leadership team that delivered $60 million in savings.
• Led or participated in the negotiations for the acquisition of 8 businesses. The company grew from $200 million to $1,300 million in top line revenue principally through acquisition.
• Developed and implemented of the gypsum board growth Strategy following the above acquisitions which led to supply contracts and the construction of a $200 million factory.
• Co-authored a research report on the future of synthetic gypsum as background to the above growth strategy.
• Prepared annual and long range plans.
• Leading teams charged with reviewing the strategic issues and identifying solutions.

As an auditor with E&Y in Winnipeg and Melbourne Australia and also with Genstar the roles involved increasing levels of responsibility for planning, organizing, supervising and carrying out audits with exposure to a wide variety of industries that included:Mortgage Banking, Canadian Trust Co., Solid Waste Management, Heavy Construction & Aggregates, Land.

Certificate, 5 Day Tailored Business Course

Chartered Accountant, Accounting And Finance

Bachelor Of Commerce, Honours, Accounting & Finance