Thomas Hanzely, Mba, Leed Ap Email & Phone Number

Nashville, Tn, Us

Nashville, Tn, Us

o Led a team of Innovation Product Managers, providing strategic direction and overseeing roadmapping activities that resulted in a strong project pipeline through 2028.o Redesigned the channel management structure within the Product Management team to prioritize innovations in three key growth areas, fostering a customer-centric ideation approach with an SME mentality.o Oversaw new product development (NPD) initiatives, leading the team to achieve growth targets of 30-50% from new product introductions under my guidance.o Launched three strategic product portfolios, along with three adjacent portfolios and several SKU extensions, while directing commercialization efforts to ensure KPI attainment.o Facilitated ideation summits with key customers, stakeholders, and business teams to generate innovative ideas and align strategic goals.o Conducted targeted market analyses in collaboration with third-party research agencies to inform product strategy.o Led cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment on NPD projects, timelines, and technology readiness.o Compiled and presented StageGate reviews to the C-suite and unit managers, providing key updates on major projects.o Maintained KPI dashboards in Tableau and conducted quarterly business reviews focused on innovation performance.o Supported adjacent business units with their strategic initiatives and participated in StageGate reviews to drive cross-functional success.

Nashville, Tennessee, Us

o Developed and implemented the growth strategy for the metal business, driving overall business expansion.o Created and positioned new products and programs aligned with strategic goals, analyzing industry trends, designing growth-oriented business models, tracking NPD metrics, implementing countermeasures, managing product life cycles, and optimizing the overall portfolio.o Crafted a comprehensive product roadmap aimed at doubling the business within three years, including plans to expand manufacturing capabilities across three new facilities in targeted regions, while assessing greenfield developments, acquisitions, and the use of existing assets during feasibility studies.o Facilitated cross-functional team meetings, coordinating tasks and timelines to support successful commercialization efforts.o Served as the cross-functional leader for Firestone’s metal business, overseeing weekly team meetings, managing NPD processes via StageGate, and delivering updates to business leadership and executives.o Led ideation sessions with internal teams and key stakeholders to develop innovative programs and products, providing strategic prioritization and ensuring customer feedback was integrated throughout the development process.

Nashville, Tennessee, Us

o Refined and differentiated the go-to-market strategy for the Innovative Products and Services (IPAS) portfolio, resulting in a $35 million program.o Designed product-specific programs that utilize subject matter experts to streamline processes and enhance sales effectiveness.o Developed and presented compelling business cases for new products and programs within IPAS through a structured Stage Gate process.o Led multidisciplinary teams to implement program changes effectively.o Provided strategic leadership to third-party vendor partners and our team of manufacturer representatives.o Developed targeted market plans and communicated strategies and tactics to drive sustainable growth for both vendor partners and manufacturer representatives.

Nashville, Tennessee, Us

o Modernized and differentiated the portfolio, achieving a 30% increase in specification positioning.o Provided strategic leadership to our team of manufacturer representatives, focusing on promoting Firestone’s vegetative roof and composite paving business lines to key influencers.o Drove innovative sales techniques and change initiatives for new business models to achieve exponential growth.o Developed targeted market plans and communicated strategies and tactics to ensure sustainable growth for our manufacturer representatives.

West Chester, Pa, Us

o Contributed to a cross-functional team that developed and launched the first patented green roof modular system (US Patent 8,555,545), successfully growing this start-up business to capture 80% market share.o Provided strategic leadership for product development, sales, and marketing of the GreenGrid System.o Leveraged my expertise to build strong relationships with major contractors, architects, landscape architects, developers, and building owners, driving a sustainable pipeline for sales.o Achieved a proven track record of success and a relentless drive to excel, which enabled my rapid progression to a senior leadership role with P&L responsibility and direct reports in the Midwest Region.

West Chester, Pa, Us

Sr. Project Manager responsible for NEPA site assessments, Phase 1, Phase II ESA's investigations and reporting. Developed and designed ecosystem restoration plans and performed habitat assessments.

Lisle, Illinois, Us

Conducted various research projects related to natural and degraded ecosystems, soil mapping and classification, soil chemistry, soil physical properties, and plant-soil interactions in urban environments. I supervised interns and volunteers on completing assigned tasks. Managed the tree and shrub collections on the Arboretum grounds

Master Of Business Administration , Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Bachelor Of Science, Natural Environmental Systems/Minor - Plant Taxonomy 