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Birmingham, Michigan, US

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US

Automotive Marketing Technology

Stillwater, Oklahoma, US

Thermal control shipping systems for the life sciences industry.

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San Diego, California, US

As a former Chairman/CEO/President in the financial services and marketing services industries and someone who has built several businesses, I have personally experienced many of the challenges in creating and growing a profitable business. My role with Vistage allowed me to share this experience while positively impacting the business leaders I work.

Electronics parts manufacturer and wholesaler.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US

The Bankers Bank's mission is to help community financial institutions prosper. TBB has always helped member banks increase profits, primarily through improving efficiency and cutting costs. But going forward TBB has to focus even more on helping member banks improve their revenues. I led TBB's corporate strategic and growth planning efforts and their two.

As community banks were exiting the mortgage business en masse due to shifts in competitive dynamics and a sharply increasing regulatory burden, we spotted a possible market opportunity and researched the needs of community banks. We innovated and developed new products to meet the market. To quickly enter the market and seize the opportunity we negotiated.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US

Led all strategic growth initiatives including implementation of state-of-the-industry virtual bank and a fully integrated mortgage operation – from retail origination to Ginnie Mae securitization. Managed mortgage, marketing, Internet banking, Community Development Financial Institution initiatives, finance, accounting, information technology and.

Promoted from Chief Operating Officer role to implement and lead new infrastructure and core business processes. Responsibilities included client services, technology, accounting, finance, legal, operations and human resources. Organized client services into client-focused teams to optimize performance and overall results. Also served as agency's lead.

San Diego, California, US

Guided group leaders in recruiting and building their groups with CEO members for this $80M global exclusive executive leadership organization with 15,000 members and 400 employees. Implemented e-business and new media marketing strategies and tactics. Initiated strategic relationships with Center for Creative Leadership, National Association of.

San Diego, California, US

Hand-picked to launch Vistage in Oklahoma City. Recruited CEO and corporate presidents. Built and led two full groups in record time. Recognized as one of 12 “High-Performing Chairpersons” in 1997 out of 250+. Successfully launched Vistage concept in the Oklahoma City market and garnered substantial media coverage, including radio, newspapers and business.

As senior partner of growth strategy firm, pioneered most of the firm's tools, techniques and practices. Led consulting engagements with 64 client organizations, resulting in significant sales growth and improved profitability. Innovated two broad syndicated industry studies that helped transform both industries and lead to significant revenue growth at.

Billings, MT, US

Tulsa, OK, US

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Economics