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New Albany, In

Driving transformation of business unit that includes sales and manufacturing operations to increase sales and generate double-digit EBITDA growth. Delivered three patent-pending designs for new products developed in collaboration with end-user markets to diversify revenue streams beyond the retail channel. Expanded product penetration for a leading office supply retail chain, including securing critical chain-wide retail shelf space. Targeted social media and augmented reality (AR) marketing campaigns and was first mover to use AR technology in the competitive space.Fire King is a Pfingsten Partners portfolio company.

New Albany, In

Led financial turnaround of a manufacturer and service provider of security, safety and asset protection products. Restructured debt and improved cash availability by 5x. Implemented controls and restructured headcount and sales compensation plans to lower fixed costs. Optimized ERP system utilization to improve inventory control and reduce shrink to curb losses.Delivered double-digit EBITDA growth despite declining sales by aligning sales strategy to focus on high-margin product lines.

Janesville, Wi

Collaborated with the CEO to lead the financial transformation of a leading manufacturer of steel tubing. Assessed the business and implemented aggressive controls and operational efficiencies to reduce costs, improve inventory turns and working capital to insulate the company from fluctuating steel prices. Grew EBITDA 2.5X.Instrumental in company’s successful sale in 14 months at a 500% return on original investment. A Wayzata Partners portfolio company, RathGibson was acquired by Precision Castparts Corp. March 2012.

Chicago, Il

I was deployed by the PE firm to stabilize acquisitions and transition businesses to new finance leadership post acquisition. Primary responsibilities included leading due diligence for acquisitions, champion business planning, and directing year-end financial audits for portfolio companies until a permanent CFO was hired.

Rock Island, Il

Led strategic turnaround of company as it evolved from a startup into a professionally managed enterprise. Drove strategic decisions impacting business development, marketplace positioning, operational capabilities, and company’s future direction. Developed a patent pending Retail Software System.Created and implemented strategic sales and marketing roadmap to achieve sustainable business growth and drive higher margin product sales. Simplified and standardized processes, improving internal controls and operational procedures to maximize cash position. Renegotiated bank loans and improved collateral base. Implemented internal systems that provided robust sales metrics that significantly improved the quality and timeliness of gross margin analysis and reporting. Bajan LLC was a Monomoy Capital Partners portfolio company during this period.

Tyler, Tx

Instrumental in fostering a “customer first” culture committed to delivering a high level of customer satisfaction by improving delivery time. As COO, exceeded operational objectives in quality and other efficiencies, driving double-digit improvements to throughput and operating cost reductions. Identified and negotiated Asian sourcing for raw materials. Vigorously negotiated freight savings. As CFO reduced debt by one-third and improved working capital by 60%. Implemented a new ERP system that provided a complete view of the company to focus leadership on strategic growth and profitability. Celebrity was a KRG Partners portfolio company.

Andover, Ma

Responsible for $700 million P&L, including 35 JVs around the globe. Drove the growth of a strategic global partner network of apparel manufacturers for mid-market “branded” customers. Increased sales by 100% and propelled company to market-leading innovator as key driver in the development of a new brand of narrow elastics.Realigned the management team to execute on a new strategic direction and achieve operational and financial goals. Delivered double-digit improvement in labor efficiencies and order turn times. Restructured HR policies to decrease employee turnover in sewing factories by 70%, while also improving management competencies in production environments. Reorganized trading business operating at a loss and reduced total headcount to achieve profitability.

Burlington, Vt

Recruited to orchestrate the financial integration of the newly-acquired Champion Jogbra product line and Playtex Apparel Inc., a subsidiary of Sara Lee. Fast-tracked through increasingly responsible leadership roles with international scope and impact on strategic finance, operations, offshore sourcing and manufacturing, SKU rationalization, and product development and marketing. Served in multiple executive roles including VP Strategic Planning & International Sales, VP of Operations & Finance, and CFO during tenure with company.