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New York, Us

New York, Us

Founded in 1903, Cortina Leathers (previously known as Conneaut Leather) is a design-led supplier of unique, fine-quality leathers to the interior design, office furniture, aviation, residential and automotive markets world-wide. Cortina Leathers provides extensive running-line collections and is also the industry-leading producer of bespoke leathers. Cortina Leathers combines the timeless artistry of Italian tanneries with the technical capabilities of our 55,000 s.f. ISO-certified U.S. manufacturing facility still located in Conneaut, Ohio to offer its customers the broadest array of leather options and custom capability available.

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

I was elevated to COO to oversee all business functions including Operations, HR, IT, and Finance and Accounting. We developed a strategic roadmap for the enterprise and identified and redefined target markets, channels, and product mixes that contributed to growth and profitability; we also created a new, fully-integrated business intelligence structure that informed and measured sales, labor, job costing, inventory, and cash flow. During my time in this role, we moved the company to data-driven high performance with measurable results:♦ We realized a 65% reduction in marketing spend while maintaining top-line revenue and improving the quality of the pipeline by instituting quantitative analysis of previous sales cycles. ♦ Our month end closing time improved from 15 to 6 days and we re-deployed FTE’s by converting to QuickBooks Online, integrating banking and credit card data, and streamlining processes. ♦ We designed and implemented HR onboarding, review and development programs. I oversaw hiring, training, compensation and development for all employees.♦ I led the sourcing, design, development, and integration of a complex custom ERP system tailored to Rustbelt’s unique manufacturing process.

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

Rustbelt recruited me to this role to scale the enterprise and position the company for growth through discipline; efficiency; and alignment of people, process, and technology. Under my leadership we instituted an efficient job costing system. By identifying shop production hours as our critical KPI, we were able to deliver timely, actionable information to all areas of the enterprise.♦ We formulated a true “enterprise rate” which streamlined our sales and quoting processes. ♦ We re-aligned budgeting, staffing, forecasting, and project management processes with production hours.♦ We re-engineered our job & cost tracking systems to ensure the collection of accurate data.♦ I developed intuitive dashboards and reports to ensure actionable information was shared at every level of the business.I implemented continuous improvement measures such as a value-based vetting and quoting process that realized measurable efficiencies in sales and marketing: ♦ Increased our pipeline volume by 75%, and doubled job attainment percentage. ♦ Reduced estimate turnaround time by seven days and decreased overhead by 40%. ♦ Allowed for the reallocation of four FTE’s to support revenue-generating work. We improved and streamlined operations enterprise-wide through inventory management, daily job costing, strategic outsourcing, and supply chain evaluation which led to greater revenue and output while reducing expenses: ♦ Doubled our growth and increased revenue by 314% over three years. ♦ Reduced our COGS by 30% and increased direct labor productivity by 32%.

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

I was promoted into this new role to oversee enterprise business intelligence and data analytics. My short tenure in this position is the result of being recruited to Rustbelt Reclamation after eight years with Cliffs. ♦ I provided strategic vision and leadership to the Business Intelligence team that delivered high-impact, high-value business analytics; performance management metrics; and information management solutions.

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

This role was a promotion following a reorganization. I tackled dual responsibilities as a Business Relationship Manager and the leader of the Business Analyst team that developed and integrated IT processes and solutions.♦ Under my leadership we overhauled and formalized the IT strategy. I served as an advocate for IT and transformed the department into a strategic business partner that supported the global organization. ♦ I advised the Chief Information Officer and collaborated with the executive team and senior business managers to develop integrated strategic plans that supported business goals.♦ We translated business objectives, strategies, and processes into an IT Strategic Roadmap designed to improve our effectiveness and strategic value. We also contributed to the creation of an IT Governance process that formalized and streamlined IT project requests from global operations.

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

I was recruited from MetroHealth Medical System to build and lead global enterprise content management (ECM) and knowledge management (KM) systems from scratch.♦ We provided vision; created strategy; and managed execution and maintenance on complex projects including document and web content management, corporate intranet, and application development services. ♦ I led the implementation of a global SharePoint environment that included infrastructure buildout, strategy design and execution, and marketing and branding initiatives.♦ We developed and delivered educational presentations, seminars, and workshops about ECM technology and translating capabilities into solutions.

Cleveland, Oh, Us

I created and executed the internal and external web content & communication strategy for this multi-site county hospital system. I also managed the development of critical applications for various administrative, clinical, and research departments.My time at Metro was highlighted by two major accomplishments: ♦ The design, development, and execution of Metro's re-branded public website, including RFP and vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and subsequent implementation and digital content management strategy.♦ A rebuilding of the corporate intranet on a modern technology platform. This project included significant change management, project management, and technology skills.

Mayfield Village, Oh, Us

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Executive Mba

Bachelor Of Arts, History, Political Science

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