An accomplished leader driving business growth and operational efficiencies in all phases of New Product Development. I am skilled at integrating mobile and cloud technology in predominately mechanical product lines (Emphasis in agricultural equipment applications). My success is based on utilizing a customer-first approach to defining requirements, with Agile delivery, to launch innovations that provide measurable bottom-line results. I am a strong global team-builder in both on-site and virtual team environments. I have led teams around the world developing vehicles, components, and technology systems that help farmers save time and money. My experience also includes mentoring multiple start-up companies, guiding them to successful partnership with, or acquisition by a major Equipment Manufacturer.My career highlights:• Built (and rebuilt) global, agile, customer-focused product development organizations• Mentored, acquired, and integrated Tech Startups into unfamiliar OEM manufacturing culture• Matured globally distributed teams to span multiple functions and international cultures• Implemented digital infrastructure to optimize product development processes• Launched customer-facing, mobile access features in predominately mechanical product lines• Delivered innovations to market quicklyMy Areas of Expertise:Global Cross-Functional Team Leadership | Engineering Management | Product Management | Agile Development | Product Development | Mobile App development | Cloud Infrastructure application | Product Design | Project Management | New Business Development | Tech Startup Integration | Process Improvement | Continuous ImprovementFor a full version of my resume, please contact me at sam@freesmeyer.com