Create, execute, and oversee the strategic operations efforts for a national Durable Medical Equipment manufacturer. Develop staffing success through training, guidance, and evaluation, to achieve the highest level of quality, efficiency, and employee achievement. Lead the day-to-day operations of a results oriented manufacturing facility and customer service team. Forecast and review all costs associated with manufacturing and marketing, and develop strategies to meet and exceed budget projections. Represent the company at Trade Shows and Conferences to maintain and develop customer relationships. Identify and evaluate trends and opportunities in the market place. Develop and launch new and updated products that redefine the company’s product lines and broaden our target market. Developed a Continuous Improvement training process that sets clear goals and time lines to allow employes to gain proficiency in all aspects of production and provides the opportunity to take clear steps for advancement.Introduced Lean Manufacturing Principles and Just-in-Time inventory controls that reduced labor costs, freed up space for new technology, and smoothed out the inventory process. Implemented a CAD/CAM manufacturing system. Drove campaign from inception to completion, including financial forecasts, staff projections and ROI analysis. Cut labor expenses and in house turnaround by 50%.Implemented safety and environmental policies and procedures to comply with OSHA, FDA, HIPPA, as well as county fire regulations.

Developed a company from the ground up that designed and manufactured nearly 60 aftermarket parts for the automotive industry. Specializing in sports and racecars, developed and patented a line of LED lighting systems as well as aluminum and carbon fiber accessories that enhanced appearance and reduced weight. Secured domestic and international manufacturing and distribution contracts, sponsored industry events, track days and educational workshops. • Created an advertising campaign using print, web and public appearances that gave our brand an iconic standing within the industry and found a demand for our logo based merchandise. • Self taught in printed circuit board design, designed and patented 3 LED lights that received DOT approval. • Hosted local workshops providing hands on lessons for various DIY projects for Porsche Club of America that were later distributed nationally and led to a regular article series.• Identified innovative products from various countries and imported and introduced them to North America, a total of 50 overall.• Generated sales through event marketing, trade shows, and distributor relationships.

Managed a team of employees and volunteers planning and organizing trade show and event booths, direct mail and print ads as well as focused parties and specialized events to recruit new volunteers and promote large entertainment events. Directed and edited corporate videos and commercials using non-liner editing systems for television advertising training. Arranged and oversaw all aspects of event construction including lighting, audio/visual, electrical and framing. Managed and hired staff, recruited and organized volunteers. Worked with venue owners, local officials and venders to ensure production success. All events opened and closed on time.Awarded 2 years in a row for outstanding service and dedication in part due to nearly doubling gross revenue in that span.Increased volunteer base by 200 people with focused marketing efforts that identified, targeted, and recruited from similar non-competing events.Started video training program that decreased lecture hours, increased training efficiency.