Ideal Industries
Industry: Manufacturing company
DescriptionIdeal Industries is an American company that produces connectors, hand tools, testers, and meters for the electrical and telecommunications industries. The company manufactures many of its products in the United States. CEO: Jim James Headquarters: Sycamore, IL CFO: Kevin Lamb Founder: Walter Becker Founded: 1916 Subsidiaries: SK Hand Tools, Western Forge,
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Ideal Industries Employees
4f Tech LLC September 2014 - Present
Dev Bootcamp May 2014 - July 2014
Objective Paradigm February 2013 - April 2014
InterCall March 2012 - February 2013
Ideal Industries June 2011 - March 2012
Foresight Culture and Business Consulting Ltd. & Firefly Coffeehouse August 2010 - April 2011
DePaul University Ministry September 2009 - June 2010
Refugee Advice and Support Center January 2008 - April 2008
Skills
Elementary Mandarin, Persuasive Communication, Product Development, Marketing, Negotiation, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Elementary Education, Social Media, Teamwork, Sales, Team Leadership, Public Speaking, Recruiting, Account Management, Leadership, Time Management, Ruby, Ruby on Rails, Conversational Marketing, AED, CPR Certified, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Project Planning, Training, Cpr Certified, Technical Recruiting, Mobile Phone Apps, Coding Languages
Education
Dev Bootcamp 2014 — 2014
Full-Stack Web Development
Code School 2013 — 2013
(No Degree), Ruby on Rails
DePaul University 2006 — 2010
BA, History and Chinese-Mandarin
Sycamore High School 2002 — 2006
Thomas & Betts May 2014 - Present
Thomas & Betts April 1995 - May 2014
Ideal Industries March 1994 - March 1995
Marketing Perspectives March 1993 - March 1994
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Account Management, Sales Operations, Pricing, New Business Development, Purchasing, Direct Sales, Key Account Management, Forecasting, Product Development, Manufacturing, Contract Negotiation, Inventory Management, Product Marketing
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Lockheed Martin June 2014 - Present
Erik Buell Racing LLC May 2013 - August 2013
EWB-USA August 2012 - August 2013
Ideal Industries May 2012 - August 2012
Ideal Industries May 2011 - August 2011
EWB-USA August 2010 - May 2011
APT Design Services January 2010 - January 2011
Hy-Tek Manufacturing Inc January 2008 - January 2010
Odom Tool and Technology Inc January 2005 - January 2008
Skills
Solidworks, Cnc, Milling, Lathe, CNC manufacturing, Program Management, Engineering, AutoCAD, Testing, Pro Engineer, Labview, Matlab, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, C++, Pspice, Machining, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, CAD, Metal Fabrication, MathCAD, Inventor, ANSYS, SolidWorks, PTC Creo
Education
Northern Illinois University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering, GPA 3.6
Kishwaukee College 2004 — 2005
Associate's degree, Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Hobbsy's July 2011 - Present
Brocach Irish Pub July 2010 - July 2011
Ideal Industries March 2003 - January 2009
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Customer Service, Product Development, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Chippewa Valley Technical College 2012 — 2014
Associate's Degree, Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
UW-Milwaukee 2009 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biochemistry
UW-Stout 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS), Engineering Technology - Plastics
Eau Claire North High school
Eau Claire North High school
Eau Claire North High school
Seeking President/General Manager position at a manufacturer January 2014 - Present
Consulting Projects Across Various Industries January 2014 - Present
SK Hand Tool LLC., subsidiary of Ideal Industries Inc. August 2010 - December 2013
Ideal Industries August 2008 - August 2010
Ideal Industries June 2000 - August 2008
DAP May 1986 - June 2000
Skills
Full P&L Responsibility, Sales and Marketing, Mergers and Acquisitions, Strategic Negotiations, Leading Organizational..., Continuous..., Performance Management, Leadership, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Cost Saving Initiatives, New Market Growth, Communication, Presentations, Business Start-Up, Project Management, Operations Management, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Start-ups, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, P&L Management, Sales Management, Product Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Consumer Products, Pricing, Retail, Executive Management, Program Management, Competitive Analysis, Key Account Management, mergers and acquisitions, Negotiation, Change Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor's Degree, Marketing
LBPM North American Realty Consolidated Property Services, Inc. September 2007 - Present
BJT Development Co, Inc. December 2001 - Present
Infomediary Technology Solutions - ITS - Division of AllAdvantage.com January 2001 - December 2001
Aveo.com 1999 - 2001
Adventive Technologies formerly Affinity Media 1998 - 1999
Softbank Content Services, Phoenix Publishing Systems, Phoenix Technologies, Inc. October 1994 - September 1998
Quadratron Sytems January 1990 - November 1994
Locus Computing Corporation June 1987 - October 1989
Ideal Industries April 1982 - April 1987
Skills
Structures, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Program Management, New Business Development, Selling, Operations Management, Coaching, Project Planning, Real Estate, Property Management, Entrepreneurship, Training, Start-ups, Project Management, Leases, Negotiation, Customer Service, Partnerships, Social Media, Market Penetration, Strategic Partnerships, Account Management, CRM, Sales, Team Leadership, Management, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Online Advertising, Cross-functional Team..., Apartments, Vendor Management, Budgets, Process Improvement, Event Planning, Rentals, Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Financial Analysis, Country Homes, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Residential Homes, Sellers, Single Family Homes, Move-Up Home
Education
Northern Illinois University 1980 — 1984
Business/Journalism, Marketing & Journalism-Corporate PR
Minooka Community Consolidated High School District #111 1976 — 1980
9-12th
Minooka Schools District #201 1968 — 1976
1-8th
Robert Half Finance & Accounting February 2015 - Present
Kraft Foods Group April 2014 - December 2014
Grant Thornton LLP October 2012 - April 2014
Northern Illinois University August 2011 - May 2012
Ideal Industries December 2004 - December 2011
Oakcrest Retirement Home May 2005 - October 2011
Deloitte June 2011 - August 2011
Monsanto August 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Auditing, Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Management, Access, Financial Reporting, PowerPoint, Recruiting, Microsoft Word, Analysis, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Internal Controls, Human Resources, TeamMate, SAP, Software Documentation
Education
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 2011 — 2012
Master's, Accountancy
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's, Accountancy
E.D. Etnyre May 2013 - Present
Ideal Industries June 2010 - May 2013
Skills
Test Equipment, Electronics, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, Design of Experiments, Automation, Kaizen, Solidworks, Manufacturing..., Machining, Machine Tools, Sheet Metal, Injection Molding, Robotics, Manufacturing Operations, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement, CAD, SMED, Engineering, Engineering Management, ISO, Industrial Engineering, Cnc, Manufacturing..., Pro Engineer, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma
Education
Northern Illinois University 2004 — 2009
Industrial Technology Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering
Belden Inc. March 2013 - Present
Veterans Health Administration 2006 - 2012
KRONE June 1995 - October 2001
Ideal Industries June 1985 - June 1995
Skills
New Business Development, Datacom, Structured Cabling, Retail, Food Service, Nutraceuticals, Sports Nutrition, Energy Management, Project Management, Consumer Electronics, Sales Management, National Accounts, Key Account Management, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Networking, Account Management, Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Management, Integration, Sales Operations, Solution Selling, Direct Sales, Telecommunications
Education
Montclair State University 1981 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Industrial and Organizational Psychology
IDEAL Industries November 2011 - Present
Unilever Foodsolutions January 2003 - November 2011
Skills
Sales, Key Account Development, Sales Operations, Account Management, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Competitive Analysis, Distributors, Forecasting, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, New Business Development, Direct Sales, P&L Management, Pricing, B2B
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, Human Development
California State University-Long Beach
Human Development, Selling Skills and Sales Operations
Prairie Crossing Living & Rehabilitation Center October 2014 - Present
Valentine Plumbing & Sewer LLC May 2013 - September 2014
SW Roofing & Construction Inc. June 2009 - February 2012
Central Systems Inc November 2000 - August 2008
Dennis Crawford Agency for American Family Insurance March 1998 - March 2001
Grove Dental Associates May 1998 - May 2000
Ideal Industries March 1995 - May 1998
Skills
QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Leadership, Office Management, Payroll, Microsoft Word, Office Administration, Microsoft Excel, Invoicing, Administrative..., Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budgets, Team Building, Sales
Education
Kishwaukee College 1990 — 1993
AA, Business & Marketing
Genoa Kingston High School 1987 — 1991
High School Diploma, College Prep Classes
West Liberty Foods March 2015 - Present
Hormel Foods July 2013 - Present
Northern Illinois University August 2011 - May 2013
Northern Illinois University August 2009 - May 2013
SUPERVALU May 2012 - August 2012
Ideal Industries August 2010 - April 2012
Skills
Excel, SQL Server, Microsoft Office, power point, Access, HTML, Project Management, Logistics, Marketing, PowerPoint, SQL, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, MS Project, Operations Management, Management, Recruiting, Supply Chain, Process Improvement, Inventory Management, SAP
Education
Northern Illinois University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Operations and information management
Wick Buildings LLC May 2012 - June 2013
Ideal Industries 2012 - 2012
Carlisle FoodService Products January 2007 - January 2011
Sunset Landscape Design, LLC June 2005 - October 2010
Curb Appeal Landscape Design May 2004 - June 2005
Plastron Industries January 2000 - May 2004
Emerson Plastic & Mold July 1993 - June 2000
Skills
Design Engineering, Operations Management, Carpentry, Installation Design, Maintenance Management, Solidworks, Electrical Equipment, Machine Tools, SmartDraw, Cadkey, Factory Line Machinery, Landscape Machinery, Paver Design &..., Plant Maintenance, Plant Management, Tool & Die, Microsoft Office, Tooling & Manufacturing
Education
College of DuPage 1993 — 1997
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Tool and Die Technology/Technician
Proviso West High School 1988 — 1992
Thomas & Betts February 2010 - Present
Ideal Industries 2000 - 2009
Skills
Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, MRP, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Management, Supply Chain, Materials Management, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement, Procurement, Supplier Quality, Inventory Management, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Control, 5S, Manufacturing, Pricing, Logistics, SAP, Process Improvement, Forecasting, PPAP, Global Sourcing, Product Development, Root Cause Analysis, Quality Management, Operations Management, SPC
Education
County College of Morris
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Ideal Industries 2009 - Present
Ideal Industries 2002 - 2009
Ideal Industries 1997 - 2002
Ideal Industries 1992 - 1997
Skills
Customer Focus, Management, Critical Thinking, Team Building, Leadership, Key Account Management, Sales Channel..., Territory..., Staff Training/Mentoring, Building Business..., POS Data Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Marketing & Promotional..., Product Launch, New Business Development, Pricing, Product Development, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Integration, Marketing Management, Product Management, Channel Partners, Strategy, Selling, Security, Solution Selling, Account Management, Direct Sales, Competitive Analysis, CRM, Product Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Management, Forecasting, Business Development, Marketing, B2B, Sales Operations, Team Leadership, Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Key Account Development, P&L Management, Program Management, Customer Service, Cold Calling, Negotiation, Networking, Marketing Strategy
Education
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration (Marketing Concentration)
Advanced Project Solutions (APS) April 2015 - Present
Y-Gate Technologies Inc. February 2014 - Present
Ideal Industries July 2011 - February 2013
Ideal Industries July 2009 - July 2011
Central Garden and Pet July 2006 - April 2007
Skills
Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., MRP, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, Continuous Improvement, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Supply Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Solid computer skills, Pastoral Counseling, Kanban, Kaizen, Social Networking, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Online Research, Online Journalism, Online Gaming, 5S, Video Editing, Video Production, Web Marketing, Ministry Leadership, Wireless Networking, Network Security..., Surveillance Systems, Computer Hardware, Microsoft Operating..., Business Process..., Troubleshooting, Networking, Leadership, Laptops, Software Documentation, Computer Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Account Management, Security, New Business Development, Sales, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Training
Education
Kishwaukee College 2009 — 2015
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Computer Information Systems
Kishwaukee College 2009 — 2015
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
TransPerfect May 2014 - October 2014
Ideal Industries 2012 - 2013
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. 2007 - 2012
Qwest Communications 2004 - 2006
Knowledgenet 2004 - 2005
Sherwin Williams 2000 - 2002
Skills
Public Speaking, Sales Management, Sales Operations, P&L Management, Sales Analysis, Sales Management..., Oral & Written..., Regional Integration, Pricing, Sales, Account Management, Direct Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Business Development, New Business Development, Negotiation, Marketing, Key Account Management
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2009 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Sales and Marketing Management, GPA 3.80
DeVry University Phoenix Arizona 2000 — 2003
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General, GPA 3.73
Arvada High School 1996 — 2000
High School, General Education
Osypka Medtec Inc May 2015 - Present
Ideal Industries May 2013 - May 2015
Ideal Industries May 2012 - May 2013
Filtran LLC May 2011 - January 2012
Skills
Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Solidworks, Injection Molding, Sheet Metal, Pro Engineer, Design for Manufacturing, Matlab, Product Development, Design of Experiments, Labview, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, CAD, Manufacturing
Education
Northern Illinois University 2009 — 2013
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Northern Illinois University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering, 3.0
Peregrine Semiconductor August 2013 - Present
Cyth Systems July 2010 - August 2013
Ideal Industries June 2008 - July 2010
Skills
NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, Automation, Embedded Systems, Sensors, Data Acquisition, RF, Instrumentation, Systems Engineering, PXI, Characterization, Mixed Signal, C/C++, Data Analysis, Electronics, SolidWorks, Test & Measurement
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2006 — 2008
Aerospace Engineering
Ideal Industries May 2014 - Present
Kishwaukee College September 2014 - December 2014
Panduit October 2000 - May 2014
Skills
CAD, Solidworks, Solid Modeling, AutoCAD Mechanical, Design for Manufacturing, AutoCAD, Product Design, 3D Modeling, Rapid Prototyping, Mechanical Drawings, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, GD&T, Product Development, Manufacturing, Microsoft Word, Mechanical Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing...
Education
Northern Illinois University 2014 — 2017
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Applied Manufacturing
Kishwaukee College 2011 — 2013
AAS Computer Aided Drafting and Design, Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2003
Walgreens Boots Alliance October 2014 - Present
Walgreens Boots Alliance October 2012 - Present
Ideal Industries January 2012 - May 2012
DDNT Consulting December 2011 - May 2012
Northern Illinois University August 2008 - May 2012
Batavia Enterprises Inc. May 2011 - August 2011
Matt's Mowing and Landscaping June 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Treasury Management, Financial Planning And..., Treasury Organizational..., Cash Management, Electronic Commerce, Financial Risk..., Corporate Governance..., Strategic Consulting, Consulting, Access, PowerPoint, Corporate Governance, Financial Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Ethics, Financial Reporting, Customer Service, Treasury, Organizational Structure, E-commerce, Sales, Analysis, Marketing, Finance, Time Management, Microsoft Word, Derivatives, Business Strategy, Corporate Finance, Leadership, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Business Planning, Project Management, Accounting, Microsoft Office
Education
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance, General
Hubbell Canada LP October 1999 - Present
Ideal Industries 1996 - 1999
Head Injury Program 1993 - 1995
Peel Memorial Hospital 1986 - 1990
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Image Editing, Advertising, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, QuarkXPress, Photography, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Online Advertising, Graphic Standards, Social Media, Social Networking, Layout, Social Media Marketing, Web Design, Product Development, Sales, Color Theory, Pre-press, Typography, Promotions, Online Marketing, Corporate Branding, Corporate Identity, Problem Solving, Art Direction, Logo Design, Packaging, Retouching, Mac, Catalogs, Creative Direction, Brochures, Email Marketing, Posters, Flyers, Concept Development
Education
Academy of Design Toronto AODT 1995 — 1996
diploma (accelerated program), Graphic Design
Trent University 1993 — 1994
psychology
Humber College 1978 — 1980
Diploma, advertising & graphic design
westwood secondary 1972 — 1976
Moore eSSentials April 2011 - Present
Wolf Technologies 2010 - Present
Career Education Corporation September 2012 - July 2013
Ideal Industries 2006 - 2010
Newell Rubbermaid 2005 - 2006
United States Air Force August 1999 - February 2005
Skills
Recruitment Advertising, Engineering, Recruitment Training, Finance, Microsoft Office, Talent Management, Boolean Searching, Recruiting, Sourcing, Training, Interviews, Leadership, Wizard, Military Operations, Nuclear Weapons, Lean Manufacturing, Ethical Hacker, Sword Fighting, Technical Recruiting, Career Counseling, Talent Acquisition, Resume Writing, Internet Recruiting, Cold Calling, Executive Search, Temporary Placement, Search, Permanent Placement, Job Fairs, Onboarding, College Recruiting, Staffing Services, Applicant Tracking..., Career Development, Screening Resumes, Temporary Staffing, Interview Preparation, Strategic Sourcing, Resume, Job Coaching, Hiring, Benefits Negotiation, Screening, Employee Benefits, Taleo, Contract Recruitment, Behavioral Interviewing, Employer Branding, Candidate Generation, New Hire Orientations
Education
Illinois State University 1993 — 1998
BS, Philosophy
Morgan
Superstar Karate
Ideal Industries April 2013 - Present
MSA - The Safety Company April 2012 - April 2013
Stanley Black and Decker February 2010 - February 2012
Stanley Black and Decker January 2008 - January 2010
Stanley Black & Decker , Inc. January 2003 - December 2007
Stanley Black & Decker , Inc. January 2000 - December 2002
Stanley Black & Decker , Inc. September 1998 - December 1999
Pieper and Assoc. March 1996 - August 1998
Zenith Insurance Company (United States) June 1994 - March 1996
Sequoia Athletic Club January 1989 - June 1994
Skills
Sales Management, Direct Sales, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Key Account Management, Management, Market Planning, Marketing, New Business Development, Sales, Sales Presentations, Trade Shows, Sales Operations, Pricing, Product Development, Product Marketing, Retail
Education
California State University-Northridge 1989 — 1994
BA, English
Syniverse Technologies August 2014 - Present
Corinthian Online Services September 2011 - August 2014
Corinthian Online Services April 2010 - September 2011
Ideal Industries September 2009 - April 2010
Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies October 2007 - September 2009
Department of Defense Education Activity Europe August 2004 - September 2007
Skills
Employee Relations, Organizational..., Training, Labor Relations, Employment Law, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, College Recruiting, HRIS, Talent Management, Human Resources, Management, Leadership Development, Personnel Management, Career Development, Applicant Tracking..., Interviews, New Hire Orientations
Education
Colorado Technical University 2008 — 2010
MBA, HR Concentration
University of Maryland University College 2004 — 2007
B.S, Human Resources Management
Lake Region State College 2001 — 2003
A.A.S, Information Technology
Allegion Canada Inc. 2011 - Present
Union Gas 2003 - 2011
Hubbell Canada LP 1999 - 2002
NOMA Industrial Cords 1997 - 1999
Ideal Industries 1993 - 1997
Skills
PRODUCT MANAGEMENT –..., BRAND MANAGEMENT –..., COLLABORATION – Work..., Marketing Management, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Development of..., Marketing Communications, B2B Marketing, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Strategy, Leadership, Product Management, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, CRM, Management
Education
The University of Western Ontario - King's University College
Economics
Avalon Risk Management December 2013 - Present
Avalon Risk Management April 2010 - December 2013
Avalon Risk Management June 2006 - April 2010
Ideal Industries June 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Property & Casualty..., Underwriting, Management, Insurance, Brokers, Marketing, Product Management, Commercial Insurance, Account Management, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Market Planning, Direct Sales, New Business Development, Product Development, Sales Process, Risk Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
Colorado Mountain College Foundation January 2013 - Present
ScherrFire Solutions April 2012 - Present
R.A. Nelson & Associates, Inc. 2000 - 2010
Ideal Industries 1997 - 2000
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Social Media, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Management, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Market Research, Nonprofits, Management, Fundraising
Education
Miami University
Bachelor's degree, Health and Wellness, General
Space Exploration Technologies February 2014 - Present
SKF July 2011 - January 2014
Northern Illinois University January 2009 - August 2011
Ideal Industries May 2008 - December 2008
Pentair May 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Minitab, Six Sigma, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Design of Experiments, Measurement System..., Lean Manufacturing, Team Facilitation, Business Excellence, Labview, CAD, SPC, Electronics, GD&T, Machining, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Product Development, Process Improvement, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Design for Manufacturing, Quality Control, Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC, Kanban, Kaizen, Rapid Prototyping, Statistics, Testing, Automation
Education
Northern Illinois University 2009 — 2011
M.S, Industrial Management
Northern Illinois University 2005 — 2009
B.S, Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Cree July 2015 - Present
FLIR Systems May 2011 - July 2015
Ideal Industries August 2006 - May 2011
Ideal Industries May 2003 - July 2006
Greenlee Textron May 1997 - April 2003
CooperTools/Industries January 1994 - May 1997
Skil/Bosch Power Tool Company January 1989 - January 1994
Ford Motor Credit Company November 1987 - January 1989
Skills
Key Account Management, New Business Development, Sales Management, Account Management, Solution Selling, Business Development, Product Development, Strategy, Leadership, Negotiation, Manufacturing, International Sales, Product Marketing, Sales Operations, Sales, Retail, Marketing, Pricing, Direct Sales, Product Management, Competitive Analysis, Channel Partners, B2B, Selling, Sales Process, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing, Cold Calling, Product Launch, Marketing Strategy, Trade Shows, Salesforce.com, P&L Management, Sales Presentations, CRM, Team Building, Marketing Management, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Process Improvement, Team Leadership, Budgets
Education
Purdue University The University of Industrial Distribution 2008 — 2010
Executive Education, Industrial Distribution
University of Wisconsin 2007 — 2009
Executive Education, Finance and Sales Management
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Science, Marketing & Economics
Université Paris-Sorbonne 1984 — 1984
AA, French History
H A baby
West Aurora
Ideal Industries June 2014 - Present
Ideal Industries July 2012 - Present
Kishwaukee College September 2013 - Present
Hamilton Sundstrand June 2011 - July 2012
Hamilton Sundstrand January 2011 - June 2011
Hamilton Sundstrand June 2010 - September 2010
Hamilton Sundstrand August 2009 - June 2010
Pentair Water/ Aurora Pump May 2008 - September 2008
Eclectic Cuisine and Hospitality Group, Inc. 2001 - 2007
Skills
Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, AutoCAD, Matlab, FMEA, Microsoft Office, Labview, MathCAD, Unigraphics, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Lean Management, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Export Controls, ACE, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, Red X, Supplier Development, Design Specifications, Acceptance Testing, Microsoft Excel, Design for Manufacturing, GD&T, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing, CAD, Product Design, Testing, Product Development, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Continuous Improvement
Education
Northern Illinois University 2007 — 2011
B.S.M.E., Mechanical Engineering
Petron Pacific May 2008 - Present
Acme Electric February 2004 - September 2007
Ideal Industries January 2000 - February 2003
Cooper Industries 1995 - 2000
Cooper Bussmann December 1979 - December 1995
United States Steel May 1976 - December 1979
Skills
Sales Management, Sales Operations, Manufacturing, Product Management, Electricians, Product Development, Key Account Management, Management, Sales, New Business Development, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Lean Manufacturing, Account Management, Product Marketing, Electronics, Strategic Planning
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 1972 — 1976
Sleepy Hollow High School 1968 — 1972
Laco Industries, Inc. July 2006 - Present
Ideal Industries 2001 - 2006
Ideal Industries 2000 - 2002
Platt Electric Supply 1996 - 1999
GE Lighting 1982 - 1996
Skills
Channel Management, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Account Management, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Customer Relations, Business Development, Channel Partners, Customer Service, Sales, Management, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, New Business Development, Product Development, Sales Operations
Education
University of Oregon 1997 — 1999
MBA, Marketing, Finance
California State University-Chico 1977 — 1982
BS, Business Administration-Marketing
Ideal Industries January 1996 - Present
Honeywell Information Systems July 1984 - March 1996
Honeywell Information Systems August 1980 - September 1984
Honeywell Information Systems July 1978 - August 1980
Skills
Engineering, Product Development, Key Account Management, Automation, New Business Development, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Presentations, Sales Management, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Electronics, Purchasing, Process Improvement, Electricians, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Business Strategy, Account Management, Sales Operations, Pricing
Education
Massachusetts Maritime Academy 1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marine Engineering
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
BS Marine Engineering, Engineering
Dukane Corporation October 2014 - Present
Ideal Industries February 2014 - August 2014
Northern Illinois University September 2013 - December 2013
ACCO Brands June 2013 - August 2013
Invensys Controls May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Rapid Prototyping, Solidworks, CAD, MathCAD, PTC Pro/Engineer, Machining, Matlab, Product Development, Design Engineering, 3D Modeling, Labview, Design Research, Performance Testing, Surface Modeling, Tooling Design
Education
Northern Illinois University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering
Ideal Industries April 2012 - Present
Bricks Incorporated September 2009 - December 2010
Chicago Brick and Stone August 2006 - September 2009
Illinois Brick 1994 - 2005
Brady Brick 1991 - 1994
Aucutt's Inc., 1988 - 1991
Beck/Sunray Brick 1984 - 1988
Skills
Sales Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Project Management, Business Strategy, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Outside Sales, Business Planning, Contract Management, Project Planning, Sales Operations, Manufacturing, B2B, Pricing, Construction, Contract Negotiation, Building Materials, Sales, Account Management
Education
College of DuPage 1982 — 1984
Business Administration, Management and Operations
John Deere July 2014 - Present
John Deere June 2013 - June 2014
New Trier High School & Niles West High School September 2009 - October 2012
Ideal Industries May 2012 - August 2012
Katzenellenbogen Group May 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Project Planning, Process Improvement, Engineering, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Team Building, Strategic Planning, 5S, Kaizen
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 2014 — 2016
M.S. Industrial Engineering
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2009 — 2013
B.S., with honors, General Engineering
New Trier High School 2005 — 2009
BHD Instrumentation February 2014 - Present
Sales Professional 2013 - 2014
Ideal Industries 2002 - 2013
Siemens 1990 - 2002
EB Horsman 1988 - 1990
Skills
Key Account Management, Key Account Development, Channel, Sales Management, Solution Selling, Automation, Account Management, Product Management, New Business Development, Direct Sales, Electricians, Manufacturing, Pricing, Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Team Leadership, Product Marketing, Structured Cabling, Competitive Analysis, Cabling, Sales, Market Planning, Management, Business Planning, Marketing Strategy, Telecommunications, Marketing Management, International Sales, Channel Partners, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Team Building, Operations Management, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Business Strategy, Training
Education
Simon Fraser University 2013 — 2017
Certificate in Management, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Pentair Technical Products May 2014 - Present
Pentair January 2011 - May 2014
Fluke Corporation June 2008 - January 2011
Fluke Corporation February 2007 - June 2008
Hubbell September 2004 - February 2007
Ideal Industries 1999 - 2003
Bebco 1997 - 1999
Skills
Key Account Management, New Business Development, Sales Management, Account Management, Sales Operations, Product Marketing, Forecasting, International Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Direct Sales, Solution Selling, Customer Service, Strategy, Manufacturing, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, B2B, Channel Partners, Inventory Management, Pricing, Product Development, Sales Process, Selling, Competitive Analysis, Sales, Product Management
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1991 — 1993
Anderson University (SC) 1988 — 1990
Festo Corporation December 2005 - Present
Dial Tool Industries August 2000 - December 2005
Ideal Industries 1998 - 2000
Skills
PLC Programming, CoDeSys, Motion Control, Industrial Ethernet, Machine Vision, Automation, PLC, Fluid Power, Pneumatics, Servo, Robotics, Fieldbus, HMIs, Profibus, DeviceNet, Control Logic, Servo Drives, Process Automation, Modbus, Actuators, Control Systems Design, Industrial Control, Mechatronics, Sensors, Valves
Education
Northern Illinois University 1994 — 2000
Master of Science (MS), Engineering/Industrial Management
Northern Illinois University 1994 — 2000
B.S. & M.S., Industrial Mfg. Tech & Industrial Management
Sealed Air Diversey Care April 2015 - Present
Eaton 2010 - 2014
Navistar 2002 - 2009
Ideal Industries 1998 - 2001
Ideal Industries 1995 - 1998
Suncast Corporation 1991 - 1995
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Competitive Analysis, B2B, Advertising, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Market Research, Sales Operations, Program Management, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Leadership, Marketing, Management, Promotions, Marketing Management, Budgets, Brand Development, Team Building, Sales Support, Budget Management, Training, Market Planning, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Business Development, Trade Shows, Product Launch, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Business Process..., Change Management, B2B Marketing, Direct Mail, Retail, Product Marketing, Channel Partners, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Brand..., Creative Direction, Marketing Research, Strategic Communications, Team Leadership, Talent Management, Video Production
Education
Northern Illinois University 1982 — 1985
M.B.A., Marketing
Northern Illinois University 1978 — 1982
B.S., Marketing and Psychology
Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation April 2015 - Present
Navistar Inc June 2011 - April 2015
OfficeMax January 2011 - June 2011
Cat-I Glass May 2010 - August 2010
OfficeMax May 2007 - December 2009
Ideal Industries October 2008 - May 2009
Jewel-Osco June 2004 - January 2008
Skills
Engineering, Product Development, GD&T, Management, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Testing, Sales, Automotive, CAD, Geometric Dimensioning..., Lean Manufacturing
Education
Northern Illinois University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Downers Grove North High School 2002 — 2006
High School Diploma
Ready Watt Electric December 1999 - Present
National Notary Association December 1999 - Present
Ideal Industries November 2011 - Present
Suns Up Salon January 2002 - January 2004
Carlson Companies January 1996 - January 1999
Saxon Ford January 1994 - January 1996
Skills
Forecasting, Direct Sales, Social Media, Training, Real Estate, Social Media Marketing, Financial Analysis, PeopleSoft, Process Improvement, Auditing
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2004 — 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
University of Wisconsin-Stout 1991 — 1995
Business, Small Business Administration/Management
Central High School 1989 — 1989
HS Diploma, General Studies
Southern Imperial, Inc. May 2012 - Present
Ideal Industries 2009 - 2012
Ideal Industries February 2002 - 2009
Skills
5S, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Electricians, Electronics, Engineering, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Troubleshooting
Education
Northern Illinois University 2002 — 2011
IET, Engineering Technology, 3.6
Kishwaukee College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Industrial Engineering
Mark Howland, CPA July 2013 - Present
Ideal Industries May 2010 - June 2013
Mark Howland, CPA June 2009 - May 2010
Sony Electronics 2001 - June 2009
J.R. Simplot Company 1996 - 2001
Morrison Knudsen & Co August 1992 - June 1996
Price Waterhouse July 1981 - May 1992
Skills
GAAP, JD Edwards, Financial Systems, SOX, Auditing, Budgeting, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Accounting, Inventory Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Planning, Manufacturing, ERP, SAP, Budgets, Managerial Finance, Project Planning, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Analysis, Oracle, Financial Accounting, Lean Manufacturing, Cost Accounting, Six Sigma, Cross-functional Team..., Mergers, Management, Business Process..., Business Process, Leadership, Internal Audit, Financial Modeling, Team Leadership, IFRS, Internal Controls, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Audits, Finance, Product Management, Business Planning, Pricing, Variance Analysis, Sales Operations, CRM, Consolidation, Strategic Financial..., Hyperion Enterprise
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 1978 — 1980
BS, Business, Accounting
Pasadena City College 1975 — 1978
Associates of Arts, Business, Accounting
San Marino High School
San Marino High School
Ideal Industries May 2000 - Present
Wilton Industries, COPCO Division 1997 - 2000
Magline, Inc. 1981 - 1984
Education
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business 1976 — 1981
Marketing
Crestron Electronics April 2015 - Present
McWane Poles September 2013 - December 2014
Halex, A Scott Fetzer Company August 2012 - 2013
Huskie Tools July 2008 - August 2012
Pass & Seymour 2002 - 2007
Ideal Industries January 1999 - December 2001
Oswego True Value Hardware September 1994 - December 1998
Innovative Marketing International January 1994 - September 1994
Skills
Negotiation, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Customer Relations, Microsoft Office, Promotions, Sales Operations, Trade Shows, Sales Management, Product Development, Account Management, Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Team Building, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Problem Solving, Business Planning, Customer Service, Leadership, Budgets, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Management, Sales, Competitive Analysis, CRM, Product Marketing, Merchandising, Pricing, Forecasting, Key Account Management, Recruiting, Direct Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Business Development, Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Advertising, Product Launch, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Selling, P&L Management
Education
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 1991 — 1993
B.S., Marketing
Iowa State University 1988 — 1991
Oswego High School 1983 — 1987
South Side Christian Church January 2013 - Present
Bunnomatic April 2007 - Present
South Fork Church of Christ October 2010 - February 2013
Cirrus Design Corporation 2005 - 2007
TEAM Industries 2003 - 2005
Ideal Industries January 1995 - January 2000
Skills
Preaching, Youth Ministry, Theology, Discipleship, Biblical Studies, Engineering Design, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Teaching, Sheet Metal, Injection Molding, Casting, SAP, Product Design, Bible teaching, children's ministry, AutoCAD, Machining, CAD, Solid Modeling, Design for Manufacturing, Church Events, Manufacturing..., GD&T, Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, Missions, Pastoral Care, Finite Element Analysis, Spiritual Direction, Religion
Education
Lincoln Christian University 2007 — 2010
Bachelors of Christian Ministry, Ministry
Kishwaukee College 1990 — 1992
Associate's degree, CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
VIAVI (previously JDSU Communications Testing) 2010 - 2013
IDEAL INDUSTRIES 1998 - 2009
IDEAL INDUSTRIES 1998 - 2005
Skills
Strategic Planning, Product Management, Business Strategy, Mergers, Product Development, Financial Modeling, Cross-functional Team..., Business Planning, Team Building, Project Management, Telecommunications, Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, Start-ups, Forecasting, Program Management, Change Management, Leadership, Management, Strategic Financial..., Business Development, Integration, Process Improvement, Negotiation, Business Process..., Valuation, Corporate Development, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Executive Management
Education
Harvard Business School
MBA, Finance
University of Oxford
BA, Physics
Ideal Industries 2013 - Present
Dyson September 2012 - June 2013
Verizon Wireless January 2009 - September 2012
Verizon Wireless January 2012 - May 2012
Business Solutions August 2010 - May 2011
Verizon Wireless August 2008 - January 2009
Verizon Wireless March 2007 - August 2008
Verizon Wireless May 2006 - March 2007
KEC August 2005 - May 2006
St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 June 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Project Management, Cross Functional Team..., Team-oriented, Teaching, Hands-on Training, Business Strategy, Business Process..., Small Business, Career Development, CareerBuilder, Lifestyle Coaching, Supervision, Team Management, Administrative..., Customer Service, Conflict Resolution, Training, Call Centers, Leadership, Interviews, Coaching, Customer Retention, Management, Employee Training, CRM, Leadership Development, Process Improvement, Team Building, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Sales
Education
M.P.M Keller Graduate School Presently Attending 2011 — 2015
M.P.M., Project Management
University of Phoenix 2006 — 2009
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Technology Management
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History/Teaching Certification
Harmony Church August 2013 - Present
Feed My Starving Children January 2015 - October 2015
Ideal Industries September 1999 - May 2004
Skills
Inventory Management, Leadership, Training, Community Outreach, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Inventory Control, 5S, Logistics, Public Speaking, Security, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Youth Development, Volunteer Management, Purchasing, Six Sigma, Operations Management, Microsoft Office, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, MRP, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Team Building, Music Education, Education, Cultural Diversity, Criminal Justice, Juvenile Law, Child Advocacy, Charity Work, Family Services, Human Rights, Social Services, Christian Leadership, Organizational...
Education
Frederick Douglass High School 1978 — 1983
Mercer University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Public Safety Leadership
Ideal Industries July 2012 - Present
Ideal Industries December 2009 - July 2012
Ideal Industries May 1999 - December 2009
Ideal Industries March 1997 - May 1999
Ideal Industries March 1995 - March 1997
Express April 1993 - March 1994
Wilson Leather Company June 1991 - April 1993
Skills
Product Marketing, Product Management, Team Building, Key Account Management, Marketing Management, Account Management, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Trade Shows, Direct Sales, Management, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Leadership, Sales Management, Product Development, Negotiation, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., New Business Development, Forecasting, Sales Operations, Pricing, Channel Partners, Advertising, Merchandising, Market Planning, B2B, P&L Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Launch, Market Research, Customer Service, Sales Process
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2012 — 2013
Northern Illinois University 1988 — 1990
BS, Marketing
Sycamore High School 1981 — 1986
House of Doolittle March 2015 - Present
Atlas Language Services, Inc. April 2014 - February 2015
Ideal Industries October 2011 - April 2014
Tate & Lyle January 2007 - October 2011
Tate & Lyle Custom Ingredients 2006 - 2007
Continental Custom Ingredients 2001 - 2006
Orange County Teachers Federal Credit Union 1999 - 2001
York International 1992 - 1999
Skills
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Auditing, Bank Reconciliation, Budgets, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, GAAP, Managerial Finance, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Controls, Process Improvement
Education
Northern Illinois University 2005 — 2006
Master of Accounting Science, Accounting
Northern Illinois University 2002 — 2004
BS, Accounting
California State University-Fullerton 1999 — 2001
Accounting
Cypress College 1993 — 1998
AS, Accounting
Double J Farm May 2011 - Present
Ideal Industries March 2006 - March 2007
Mcillrath horse farm May 1998 - December 2006
Skills
Manufacturing, Animals, Animal Husbandry, Farm Equipment, Cattle, Hay, Farms, Gardening, Horses, Horse Training, Horse Care, Inventory Management, Production Planning, Purchasing
Education
Kishwaukee College 2002 — 2004
Associate of Science (A.S.), Criminal Justice and Corrections
Driv-Lok, Inc. September 2015 - Present
Ideal Industries February 2013 - May 2015
CST Storage July 2006 - December 2012
Furst Stafffing June 2003 - July 2006
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Team Leadership, Project Management, Manufacturing..., Recruiting
Education
Northern Illinois University
Thomas P. Gohagan and Company March 2015 - Present
Thomas P. Gohagan & Company July 2013 - March 2015
Thomas P. Gohagan & Company September 2011 - July 2013
Enterprise Holdings September 2007 - August 2011
Mueller Streamline March 2011 - July 2011
Ideal Industries May 2006 - April 2007
Skills
Marketing, Typography, Photoshop, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, CSS, Dreamweaver, Color Theory, Logo Design
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2010 — 2010
Graphic Design
Northern Illinois University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Sauber Manufacturing Company May 2015 - Present
Ideal Industries June 2014 - May 2015
Kishwaukee College January 2012 - May 2014
Skills
Solidworks, AutoCAD Architecture, AutoCAD Mechanical, Draftsight, Microsoft Office, 3D Modeling, 3D Printing, Technical Writing, AutoCAD, CAD, Solid Modeling
Education
Kishwaukee College 2012 — 2014
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Mechanical Design, CAD/CADD
Kishwaukee College 2012 — 2014
Associate of Applied Sciences (A.A.S.), Architectural Design, CAD/CADD
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC July 2014 - Present
IDEAL Industries April 2012 - July 2014
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC September 2008 - April 2012
CTS Electronic Components June 2006 - September 2008
Lucent Technologies August 1996 - May 2006
Underwriters Laboratories January 1996 - July 1996
Skills
Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Product Management, Product Marketing, Business Strategy, Engineering Management, Marketing Management, Product Launch
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1991 — 1995
BS, Electrical Engineering
Northwestern University 2000 — 2004
Master's, Engineering Management
University of Wisconsin-Madison - School of Business 2011 — 2011
Executive Education
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business 2007 — 2007
Product Management Executive Development Program
Streamwood High School
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC July 2014 - Present
Ideal Industries January 2009 - Present
IDEAL Industires, Inc. January 2003 - December 2008
Ideal Industries 1998 - 2002
Skills
Product Development, Manufacturing, Electrical, Product Design, New Business Development, CAD, Electricians, Solidworks, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Sales Management, Engineering, Automation, Industrial Engineering, Design for Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Product Management, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Iowa State University 1984 — 1988
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Northern Illinois University
Masters, MBA
The VON Corporation January 2014 - Present
Megger/HDW Electronics October 2011 - October 2013
T-DATA May 2010 - October 2011
Ideal Industries September 2004 - February 2009
KLEIN TOOLS, INC September 2001 - September 2004
Industrial Distribution Group September 1992 - September 2001
IDG January 1992 - January 1995
Skills
Pricing, Direct Sales, Sales, Management, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Competitive Analysis, Business Development, Selling, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Manufacturing, Product Marketing, Customer Service, New Business Development, Key Account Management, Account Management, Product Development, Purchasing, Product Management, CRM, Forecasting
Education
Bowling Green State University 1986 — 1991
B.A, Sport/Business Mgmt. LIberal Studies
Greenfield Training School
Dynabrade Training
Learn Advance Sales Management Online 2012 — 2012
Learn Sales Management Online 2012 — 2012
Dixon Schools May 2014 - Present
Central CUSD 301 November 2009 - April 2014
Genoa-Kingston CUSD 424 July 2002 - November 2009
Arthur Andersen LLP 1998 - 2002
Ideal Industries 1993 - 1999
Skills
Customer Service, Department Management, Project Implementation, Management, Business Analysis, IT Strategy, Program Management, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Project Management, Budgets, Troubleshooting, SDLC, Cloud Computing, Data Center, Active Directory, Microsoft Office, Networking
Education
Aurora University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Computer Science/Business
Kishwaukee College 1987 — 1991
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Science
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC February 2015 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC August 2014 - February 2015
Ideal Industries February 2014 - August 2014
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Solidworks, CAD, Social Networking, Matlab, Leadership, English, Windows, Engineering, Teamwork, Data Analysis, C++, Photoshop, C, AutoCAD
Education
Marquette University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science, Biomechanical Engineering
United States Courts January 2002 - April 2013
Ideal Industries 1988 - 2001
Skills
Employee Relations, Government, Policy, Interviewing, Excel, Employment Law, Interviews, Microsoft Excel, Administration, Human Resources, Organizational..., Labor Relations, Performance Management, PeopleSoft, Personnel Management, Conflict Resolution
Education
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 1967 — 1971
B.S., Personnel Management
Ciena February 2013 - Present
Ideal Industries May 2011 - February 2013
Communications Supply Corporation February 2010 - June 2011
Anixter June 2003 - November 2009
World Wide Packets January 2000 - June 2003
Packet Engines Inc May 1998 - January 2000
Anixter February 1991 - May 1998
Skills
Sales Management, Structured Cabling, Data Center, Strategic Partnerships, Product Development, Security, Strategy, IP, Strategic Planning, Marketing Management
Education
California State University-East Bay 1984 — 1990
BS
Fiber Materials Inc December 2013 - Present
GrafTech International April 2011 - December 2013
GrafTech International April 2008 - April 2011
Wood Group ESP October 2006 - March 2008
Bell Helicopter 2003 - 2006
Greenlee 2002 - 2003
Greenlee 1999 - 2002
Ideal Industries 1994 - 1999
Hamilton Sundstrand Aerospace 1987 - 1993
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Supply Chain, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Green Belt, Product Development, 5S, Black Belt, Manufacturing Operations, Engineering, Process Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Root Cause Analysis, Global Sourcing, ISO, Strategy, Program Management, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing..., TPM, Innovation, Business Strategy, Sales & Marketing..., General Management, Goal Deployment
Education
Northern Illinois University 1996 — 1999
MSIE, Industrial Engineering
Northern Illinois University 1989 — 1991
MBA, Business - Information Technology
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 1986 — 1987
BBA, Business - Operations
Six Sigma Academy 2001 — 2003
Black Belt, Continuous Improvement & Six Sigma
Eureka Ranch - Cincinnati, OH 2015 — 2015
Blue Belt, Innovation Engineering
Legrand North America January 2013 - Present
Legrand North America November 2007 - January 2013
Ideal Industries 1994 - 2007
Skills
Account Management, B2B, Business Development, Channel Partners, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Direct Sales, Forecasting, Key Account Management, Manufacturing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, New Business Development, Pricing, Product Development, Product Launch, Product Management, Product Marketing, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Salesforce.com, Selling, Strategic Planning
Education
Illinois State University
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Ideal Industries September 2007 - Present
Aerotek December 2006 - September 2007
ABC Group December 2005 - December 2006
Algonquin Automotive 2003 - 2005
Johnson Controls 2001 - 2003
Meritor Suspensions Systems Company 1998 - 2001
Skills
Kaizen, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Injection Molding, PPAP, Automotive
Education
Dunbarton High School
McMaster University
B. Eng, Materials Science and Engineering
IDEAL Industries April 2013 - Present
Altria Group Distribution Company July 2007 - April 2013
Skills
Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Sales, Sales Operations, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Sales Management, Sales & Marketing..., Account Management, Selling, Negotiation, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Trade Marketing, Key Account Development, Sales Presentations, Pricing, Key Account Management
Education
University of California, Irvine 2015 — 2017
Professional Certification, Web Design and Development
California State University-Fullerton 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Arizona 2002 — 2007
B.S, Marketing
Ideal Industries August 2012 - Present
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. March 2008 - March 2012
The Pampered Chef March 2007 - February 2008
Wilton Industries September 1997 - March 2003
Turner Construction June 1995 - September 1997
Bretford Manufacturing April 1993 - June 1995
Skills
Product Development, Product Management, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Marketing Communications, Cross-functional Team..., Website Management, Product Launch, P&L Management, Problem Solving, Creative Concept..., Creative Direction, Writing Skills, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Six Sigma, CRM, Advertising, Forecasting, Webmaster Services, Sales, New Business Development, Customer Insight, Key Account Management, Leadership, Management, Brand Development, Marketing Management, Competitive Analysis, Pricing Strategy, Merchandising, Sales Operations, Sales Management, Consumer Products, Trade Shows, Brand Management, Strategy, Project Management, Marketing, Market Analysis, FMCG, Retail, Pricing, Account Management, Marketing Research, Strategic Planning
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 1994 — 1995
MBA courses, Marketing
Northern Illinois University 1988 — 1992
BA, Corporate &Organizational Communications
Ideal Industries January 2014 - Present
Skills
Leadership, CRM, Solution Selling, Key Account Management, Strategy, Channel Partners, Marketing Strategy, Selling, Sales, Sales Management, Project Management, Competitive Analysis, Management, Account Management, Product Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., B2B Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Direct Sales, Marketing Communications, Integration, Channel, Negotiation, Team Building, Product Management, Business Development, Multi-channel Marketing, Customer Service, New Business Development, Program Management, Product Development, Market Research, Professional Services, Strategic Partnerships, B2B, Sales Operations, Salesforce.com
Education
Cardinal Stritch University 1998 — 2001
MBA, Marketing/Business Administration
Northern Illinois University 1992 — 1996
BS, Marketing
Joliet Catholic High School 1988 — 1992
Jarden Safety & Security January 2013 - Present
Ideal Industries July 2012 - February 2013
HUDSON June 2010 - July 2012
North Central College March 2009 - December 2009
Factory Card & Party Outlet July 2005 - December 2008
Thomson NETg January 2003 - June 2005
Aux Sable Liquid Products, LP May 2001 - January 2003
Lucent Technologies August 2000 - March 2001
Suncast Corporation November 1997 - June 1998
Interbiz October 1996 - November 1997
Skills
SQL, JDA, RPG Free, Payroll, System i, Sequel, ILE, BPCS, Program Analysis, Infinium, RPG, Access, HTML, Project Management, XML, IBM iSeries, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Databases, Data Analysis, JBA, EDI, IBM AS/400, OS/400, ERP, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Gathering, DB2, SDLC, Software Development
Education
North Central College 1998 — 2000
BS
Waubonsee Community College 1995 — 1997
Associate's degree
Yorkville High School 1977 — 1980
Diploma
Greenlee - Textron January 2013 - Present
Ideal Industries November 2009 - December 2012
AMS/Westco Scientific Instruments, Inc. October 2007 - December 2008
Precision Castparts: AFT (Advanced Forming Technologies) October 2006 - October 2007
Hach Company, Danaher Corp June 2002 - October 2006
Hach Company, Danaher Corp October 2000 - June 2002
Waterpik Technologies June 1999 - October 2000
Teledyne Waterpik April 1998 - June 1999
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Product Development, Continuous Improvement, Product Management, Program Management, Acquisition Integration, Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Operational Excellence, Kaizen, Project Planning, Competitive Analysis, Engineering, Business Development, Change Management, Integration, Operations Management, Team Building, Management, Process Improvement, Performance Management, Supply Chain Management, Leadership, Engineering Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, Forecasting, Electronics, Business Process..., Business Strategy, Sales, Project Portfolio..., Project Management, Automation, Mergers & Acquisitions, New Business Development, Product Launch, Pricing, Quality Management, Strategic Planning, P&L Management, Telecommunications, Contract Negotiation, Team Leadership, Product Marketing, Start-ups, Sales Management
Education
University of Colorado 2001 — 2003
MBA
Colorado School of Mines 1995 — 1998
MS
United States Air Force Academy 1989 — 1993
BS
Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing December 2014 - Present
Halex, A Scott Fetzer Company July 2011 - March 2014
ERICO February 2006 - July 2011
Irwin Industrial Tools January 2004 - February 2006
Ideal Industries January 2001 - January 2004
Skills
Product Management, Product Marketing, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, International Project..., Cross-functional Team..., Product Launch, Leadership, Sales, New Business Development, Program Management, Pricing, Account Management, Forecasting, Sales Management, Business Development, Key Account Management, Sales Operations, International Sales, Channel Partners, Marketing Management
Education
Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University 1999 — 2000
MBA, Marketing
Miami University 1990 — 1994
B.S. Business Adminstration, Marketing
Spectra-Tech, Inc. June 1995 - Present
Ideal Industries October 1994 - April 1995
Skills
FMEA, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC, SPC, Manufacturing..., 5S, Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Industrial Engineering
Education
Northern Illinois University 1991 — 1996
Bachelor's degree, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
Ideal Industries May 2013 - Present
ITW Kester June 2007 - April 2013
Illinois Tool Works (ITW) March 1999 - April 2007
Skills
Process Improvement, Product Development, Manufacturing, Product Management, Budgets, Sales Management, Business Strategy, Team Building, Negotiation, Accounting, New Business Development, Financial Reporting, Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Talent Management, Contract Negotiation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cross-functional Team..., Business Planning, Business Process..., Management, Acquisition Integration, Executive Management, Operational Excellence, Root Cause Analysis, US GAAP, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Pricing
Education
Leading Women Executive 2010 — 2010
Organizational Leadership
Kellogg School of Management 2009 — 2010
Women's Senior Leadership Program, Organizational Leadership
Miami University 1986 — 1990
BS, Accounting
Panduit July 2014 - Present
Panduit September 2011 - Present
Panduit July 2010 - September 2011
Bosch October 2007 - July 2010
Thomas & Betts November 2003 - September 2007
IDEAL Industries February 1999 - November 2003
Simpson Electric 1994 - 1999
Skills
Product Management, Product Marketing, Product Development, Electronics, Engineering Management, Competitive Analysis, Pricing, Manufacturing, Marketing Management, Key Account Management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Product Lifecycle..., Cross-functional Team..., Electricians, Automation, Strategic Sourcing, Continuous Improvement, Market Development, New Business Development, Product Launch, Marketing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1996 — 2000
MBA, Marketing
University of Iowa 1989 — 1993
Bachelors Business Administration, Marketing
LBP Manufacturing, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Ideal Industries September 2013 - June 2015
Newell Rubbermaid September 2010 - July 2013
Newell Rubbermaid January 2009 - September 2010
Sanford/Newell Rubbermaid February 2008 - January 2009
Sanford/Newell Rubbermaid November 2005 - February 2008
Boise Paper 1998 - 2005
Skills
Consumer Products, Customer Insight, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Management, Integrated Marketing, Product Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Trade Marketing, Competitive Analysis, B2B, Marketing Communications, Product Management, Marketing, Strategy, Advertising, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Retail, P&L Management, Market Planning, Supply Chain, Brand Development, Multi-channel Marketing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Organizational Communication, General
Geneva High School
Ideal Industries January 2009 - Present
Milwaukee Electric Tool June 2008 - January 2009
Milwaukee Tool 2007 - 2009
Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. January 2008 - June 2008
Black & Decker March 1998 - April 2007
Skills
Marketing, Management, Sales, Purchasing, Sales Operations, Trade Shows, Key Account Management, Sales Management, Account Management, Product Development, New Business Development, Direct Sales, Forecasting, Product Management, Competitive Analysis, B2B, Key Account Development, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Management, Leadership, Team Building, Strategy, Business Development, Product Launch, Product Marketing
Education
Arizona State University 1993 — 1998
BS, Health Sciences
ContainMed Inc. May 2014 - Present
Chek Diagnostics (CardioChek, Polymer Technology Systems, Inc, PTS) November 2013 - May 2014
Chek Diagnostics (CardioChek, Polymer Technology Systems, Inc; PTS) September 2012 - November 2013
Chek Diagnostics (CardioChek, Polymer Technology Systems, Inc; PTS) April 2010 - September 2012
Midwest Pet Express Inc December 2005 - April 2010
IDEAL Industries June 2003 - September 2004
Johnson & Johnson/Ortho McNeil December 1998 - April 2001
National Futures Association July 1996 - December 1998
Skills
Product Development, Marketing Management, Product Management, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Medical Devices, Product Launch, New Business Development, Marketing, Product Marketing, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Account Management, Sales, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2001 — 2003
MBA, Marketing, Decision Support Modeling
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 1991 — 1996
BS, Accounting & Marketing
DATAgility October 2005 - Present
Profile Systems October 1998 - July 2004
Ideal Industries 1988 - 1997
Skills
Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Team Building, Project Management, Management, Customer Service, Analysis, Product Development, Process Improvement, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Pricing, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain Management, Forecasting, Contract Negotiation, Product Marketing, Sales Operations, Competitive Analysis, Product Management, Inventory Management, Purchasing, P&L Management, Sales, Business Planning, Operations Management, B2B, Business Development, Marketing, Strategy, Leadership, E-commerce
Education
Kishwaukee College
Associate's Degree
DePuy Synthes a company of Johnson & Johnson April 2015 - Present
Ideal Industries January 2014 - April 2015
Signet North America December 2012 - December 2014
Trane March 2013 - January 2014
Target November 2007 - October 2012
Target April 2006 - November 2007
Target January 2004 - April 2006
Target April 2003 - January 2004
Newell Rubbermaid February 2002 - April 2003
Newell Rubbermaid November 1999 - February 2002
Skills
▪ Change Management, ▪ Operations Management, ▪ Human Resources..., ▪ Safety Management, ▪ Supply Chain..., ▪ Labor Relations, ▪ Leadership / Team..., ▪ Coaching/Development, ▪ Culture Improvement, ▪ Cost Optimization and..., ▪ Project Management, ▪ Planning and..., Personnel Management, Project Planning, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Team Building, Employee Relations, Change Management, Labor Relations, Project Management, Process Improvement, Leadership, Recruiting, Talent Management, Logistics, Training, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Manufacturing, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Inventory Management, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Management, Hiring, Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Inventory Control, Succession Planning, Negotiation, Customer Service, Retail, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Colorado State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Exercise and Sports Science
FaithLife Ministries January 2001 - Present
Voss Consulting 1998 - 2005
Ideal Industries 1994 - 1998
Ameritech 1992 - 1994
W.H. Brady 1988 - 1992
NPRI 1987 - 1988
Wisconsin Bell 1983 - 1987
Wisconsin Bell 1979 - 1983
Skills
Direct Marketing, Database Marketing, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Marketing Strategy, Segmentation, Market Planning, Telemarketing, Annual Giving, Training, Lead Generation, Leadership, Analysis, Program Management, Marketing, Budgets, Advertising, Team Building, Sales, Telecommunications, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Sales Management, Management, Forecasting, Missions, Nonprofits, New Business Development
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1972 — 1977
MA, Economics
Glenbrook South High School 1968 — 1972
Ideal Industries January 2009 - Present
Primavera Systems, Inc. October 2007 - May 2010
Cardinal Health May 2005 - October 2007
Cardinal Health 2005 - 2007
Cabot Microelectronics 2002 - 2005
Cabot Microelectronics 1999 - 2003
Skills
Coaching, Employee Engagement, Change Management, Human Resources, Management, Organizational..., Organizational..., Performance Management, Leadership Development, Talent Management, HR Consulting, Employee Benefits, Program Management, Workforce Planning, Succession Planning, Employee Relations, Deferred Compensation, Onboarding
Education
North Central College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Medicom Health Interactive June 2014 - Present
IOD Incorporated June 2013 - May 2014
ApeniMED, Inc. July 2012 - June 2013
ApeniMED September 2011 - July 2012
Globus Medical February 2010 - August 2011
Medtronic September 2005 - February 2010
Hitachi Medical Systems America December 2002 - August 2005
CR Bard April 1993 - December 2002
IDEAL INDUSTRIES 1988 - 1992
Skills
Medical Devices, Health Care IT, Strategic Partnerships, Change Management, Turn Around Management, Market Development, Healthcare, Selling, Strategy, Hospitals, Product Launch, Management, Sales, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Managed Care, Sales Operations, Urology, Start-ups, Capital Equipment, Sales Process, Cross-functional Team..., Business Development, Surgeons, Competitive Analysis, Sales Force Development, Product Marketing, Cardiology, Commercialization
Education
Iowa State University 1984 — 1988
BBA, Marketing and Sales
Linn Mar High School, Marion, Iowa 1981 — 1984
ITW Brands November 2009 - Present
ITW Brands September 2006 - November 2009
Sanford Brands, A Newell Rubbermaid Company 2004 - 2006
IDEAL Industries 2000 - 2004
Intermatic, Inc. 1997 - 2000
Education
North Central College 1991 — 1993
MBA, Marketing
Lewis University 1986 — 1990
BA, Business Administration
Serta Simmons Bedding 2014 - Present
Coca- Cola June 2013 - November 2014
Ideal Industries September 2010 - March 2013
Nestle July 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Warehouse Management, Logistics
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2003
Ideal Industries October 2013 - Present
Ideal Industries January 2009 - October 2013
Ideal Industries October 2001 - December 2008
Senco Products, Inc. August 1990 - October 2001
Skills
Sales Management, Account Management, New Business Development, Product Development, Pricing, B2B, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Direct Sales, Forecasting, Key Account Management, Merchandising, P&L Management, Product Management, Project Planning, Retail, Sales, Sales Operations, Product Marketing, Marketing Management, Market Planning, Key Account Development, Product Launch, Trade Shows
Education
Capella University 2006 — 2008
MBA, Marketing
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1981 — 1985
BS, Economics
Roy's Paving and Sealcoating Co May 2012 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES May 2008 - November 2011
Molex 1982 - 2008
Skills
Product Management, Program Management, Product Marketing, Product Development, Product Lifecycle..., Cross-functional Team..., Market Development, Pricing, Continuous Improvement, Solution Selling, Key Account Management, Manufacturing, Electronics, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Product Launch, B2B, Design for Manufacturing, Contract Negotiation, Engineering Management, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1977 — 1981
Industry and Technology
R.A. Nelson & Associates, Inc. September 2000 - Present
Ideal Industries 1997 - 2000
GE Industrial 1991 - 1996
Education
Miami University 1983 — 1987
Health Appraisal and Enchancement
Littelfuse May 2011 - Present
ITW Fastex ES April 2009 - May 2011
Emerson May 2006 - April 2009
Primex January 2003 - May 2006
Peerless Industries February 2001 - January 2003
Charles Industries March 1998 - February 2001
Ideal Industries May 1992 - January 1998
Switchcraft 1986 - 1991
Skills
Marketing Communications, Market Research, Product Management, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Promotions, Product Marketing, Product Launch, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, P&L Management, B2B, Channel Management, Marketing Management, B2B Marketing, Market Planning, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Brand Development, New Business Development, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Competitive Analysis, Sales, Leadership, Market Analysis, Channel Partners, Cross-functional Team..., Lead Generation, Online Marketing, Trade Shows, Telecommunications, Marketing Research, Sales Operations, Multi-channel Marketing, International Sales, Key Account Management, CRM, Marketing, Pricing Strategy, Digital Marketing, SEM, Analytics
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 1999 — 2003
MBA, Marketing
Loyola University Chicago 1976 — 1980
BS, Political Science
United Natural Foods July 2010 - Present
Mars September 2007 - April 2010
Ideal Industries May 1992 - September 2007
Skills
Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Competitive Analysis, Product Management, Quality Assurance, Lean Manufacturing, Team Leadership, Team Building
Education
Centenary College 2003 — 2005
MBA, Global Business Management, 3.9
The University of Western New England 1987 — 1991
BSIE, Industrial Engineering
DATAgility September 2014 - Present
DATAgility November 2005 - August 2014
Profile Systems February 2002 - August 2004
Ideal Industries December 1993 - March 2001
Skills
Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Sales Management, Business Development, Product Management, Account Management, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Cross-functional Team..., B2B, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Pricing, Team Building
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1993 — 1993
Master of Arts, Communication
Eastern Illinois University 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, Communication, Phychology
Trinity High School 1984 — 1988
Unipower LLC December 2013 - Present
Performance-RF May 2013 - Present
Alcatel-Lucent May 2011 - May 2013
Fellowship of Christian Athletes 2011 - 2012
Priority Wire & Cable 2002 - 2012
Trillion May 2009 - May 2010
TeleTech 2003 - 2005
Marconi Communications/RELTEC Corp (Now Emerson Network Power) 2000 - 2002
RELTEC 1980 - 2002
Ideal Industries 1985 - 1990
Skills
New Business Development, Telecommunications, VoIP, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Business Development, Account Management, Team Building, Product Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 1977 — 1980
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Northern Illinois University 1973 — 1977
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Ideal Industries January 2007 - Present
Backyard Storage Solutions January 2003 - December 2006
Plastics Research Corporation 1997 - 2002
Skills
Sales, Pricing, Product Management, Key Account Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 1980 — 1985
B.A., Economics
Kohler Co. July 2012 - Present
Environmental Solutions Group February 2010 - July 2012
Heil Environmental 2009 - February 2010
Acument Global Technologies September 2007 - April 2009
Acument Global Technologies 2005 - 2007
Textron Fastening Systems May 2002 - September 2005
Textron Fastening Systems December 2000 - May 2002
Textron Fastenting Systems February 2000 - December 2000
Ideal Industries 1991 - 1997
Hamilton Sundstrand 1987 - 1991
Skills
Sales Analytics, Competitive Intelligence, Data Warehousing, Customer Relations, Business Process, Marketing Management, Segmentation, Market Research, Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Excel, Product Marketing, Access, Business Analysis, ACT CRM, CRM, Microsoft Excel, IT Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Leadership, Analysis, Business Intelligence, ERP, Business Analytics, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Project Management, Team Building, Operations Management, Vendor Management, Manufacturing, Management, Business Process..., Change Management, SAP, Six Sigma, Process Engineering, IT Management, Customer Service
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2008 — 2008
EDP/Marketing/IT/CustomerRelations
The Ohio State University - The Max M. Fisher College of Business 2005 — 2005
Marketing Leadership
University of Iowa 1982 — 1987
BS, Economics, Computer Science
Schneider Electric January 2013 - Present
Schneider Electric January 2011 - Present
Schneider Electric October 2000 - Present
Thomas and Betts 1996 - September 2000
Advance Transformer June 1995 - August 1996
Ideal Industries 1993 - 1995
SKIL Power Tools 1990 - 1993
Skills
Sales Management, Key Account Management, New Business Development, Account Management, Product Marketing, Solution Selling, Channel Partners, Management, International Sales, Sales, Sales Operations, Pricing, Direct Sales, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Product Management, B2B, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Process, Product Development, Salesforce.com, Forecasting, Marketing Management, Contract Negotiation, Product Launch, Business Development, Negotiation, Selling, Purchasing, Sales Presentations, Key Account Development, Cold Calling
Education
Iowa State University 1985 — 1989
ABB Low Voltage US May 2012 - Present
Thomas & Betts March 2007 - April 2010
Ideal Industries April 1992 - February 2007
Education
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 1995 — 1997
MBA, Masters of Business Administration
Lehigh University 1974 — 1979
BS, Metallurgy & Materials Engineering
Wiegmann Consulting April 2009 - Present
Sycamore Community School District August 2015 - Present
Sycamore Sports Boosters July 2013 - Present
Torridian October 2009 - Present
Ideal Industries 2008 - 2009
Quest Diagnostics November 2006 - February 2008
Arthur Andersen May 2000 - October 2006
Kishwaukee Community Hospital September 1998 - May 2000
Skills
Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Accounting, Cash Flow, Forecasting, Budgets, Trend Analysis, Variance Analysis, Financial Reporting, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Finance, Accounting, Cash Management, Internal Controls, Customer Service, Management, Team Building, Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 2003 — 2005
MBA
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance
Oregon High School
Oregon High School
Thomas & Betts March 2011 - Present
Klein Tools August 2010 - March 2011
William K. Walthers June 2009 - August 2010
Ideal Industries July 2001 - April 2009
Newell Rubbermaid 2001 - 2002
Newell Rubbermaid 2000 - 2001
Newell Window 1997 - 2000
Avery Dennison 1997 - 1999
Teel Plastics 1993 - 1997
Education
University of Wisconsin-Platteville 1989 — 1992
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Brady Corporation Key Accounts Sales Manager-SensorsIdeal IndustriesMarch 2013 - October 2013
Ideal Industries August 2006 - October 2013
A.E. Petsche July 2002 - September 2006
Raychem part of Tyco Electronics and Tyco International September 1997 - July 2002
Skills
Manufacturing, Key Account Management, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Sales, Six Sigma, Engineering, Engineering Management, Lean Manufacturing, Product Management, Electronics, New Business Development, Pricing, Industrial Engineering, Sales Management, Management, Sales Operations, CRM, Cross-functional Team..., Product Marketing, Training, International Sales
Education
North Carolina Wesleyan College 1985 — 1988
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality Administration/Management
Ideal Industries February 2013 - Present
Fort Worth Bolt and Tool May 2012 - February 2013
Howell Household February 2012 - April 2012
DeWALT / BLACK AND DECKER June 2000 - February 2012
Skills
Account Management, Product Marketing, Market Planning, Marketing Strategy
Education
Oklahoma State University 1996 — 2000
BS, Marketing
Beloit College August 2004 - September 2006
Experian Information Solutions/Metromail August 1997 - January 2004
Mercy Center for Health Care January 1996 - August 1997
Provena Mercy Center October 1991 - August 1997
IBS Conversions June 1995 - December 1995
Provena Mercy Center November 1991 - May 1995
Digital Audio Disk Corp June 1991 - November 1991
Ideal Industries August 1976 - March 1991
United States Army Security Agency January 1973 - January 1976
Skills
Quality Assurance, Unix, Testing
Education
Aurora University 1997 — 2000
MBA, management, marketing
Aurora University 1987 — 1991
BA, Business
Kishwaukee Community College 1977 — 1985
Associate of Science Business and Associate of Applied, Science Data Processing
Mesa Public Schools August 2015 - Present
Furst Staffing March 2015 - May 2015
Northern Illinois University November 2013 - August 2014
American InterContinental University October 2009 - November 2012
Ideal Industries January 1985 - March 2009
Skills
Marketing, Leadership,..., OnBase, Key Account Management, Marketing, Product Development, Sales, Data Entry, Pricing, Cross-functional Team..., Product Marketing, Account Management, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Leadership, Sales Management, Management
Education
Judson University 1999 — 2001
BA, Management and Leadership
Judson University
Ideal Industries September 2005 - Present
Skills
Customer Service, Manufacturing, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Office, Process Improvement, Customer Relations, Excel, English, Problem Solving, Windows, Word, Troubleshooting, Account Management, PowerPoint, Administration, Outlook, French, Team Leadership, Budgets, Marketing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Education
Laurentian University/Université Laurentienne 1989 — 2002
B.A., French & Geography
SK Hand Tool Inc - A Subsidiary of Ideal Industries June 2010 - Present
Ideal Industries February 2008 - November 2011
Ideal Industries April 1998 - February 2008
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Operations Management, Start-ups, Manufacturing, Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Quality Assurance, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing..., Leadership
Education
Northern Illinois University 1995 — 2014
Master's Degree, Mechanical Engineering
Northern Illinois University 1990 — 1995
MBA, Business
University of Wisconsin-Platteville 1978 — 1982
BS, Mechanical Engineering
VANTAGE GROUP January 2013 - Present
VANTAGE GROUP January 2006 - January 2013
VANTAGE GROUP June 1997 - January 2006
Ideal Industries January 1995 - June 1997
Skills
Product Development, Purchasing, Management, Business Intelligence, Key Account Management, Solution Selling, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Direct Sales, Key Account Development, Process Improvement, National Accounts, B2B, Channel Partners
Education
Iowa State University - College of Business 1981 — 1985
BBA, Marketing
Ideal Industries September 1989 - Present
Skills
Test Equipment, Electronics, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Automation, Machinery, Electricians, Troubleshooting, Instrumentation, Product Development, PLC, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1976 — 1977
BS-EET, Electronics
Western Forge-Ideal Industries August 2014 - Present
Ideal Industries August 2009 - Present
Illinois Tool Works January 2008 - August 2009
Illinois Tool Works January 2004 - January 2008
Skills
Process Improvement, New Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., 5S, Continuous Improvement, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Product Marketing, SMED, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Sales Operations, Management, Sales Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing..., Supply Chain Management, Key Account Management, Pricing, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Inventory Management, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Value Stream Mapping, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Product Development, Forecasting, Purchasing, Account Management, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Excellence, Product Management, DMAIC, Negotiation, SPC, Lean Operations, P&L Management, Industrial Engineering, P, Strategic Sourcing
Education
Northeastern University 2007 — 2010
Business Management
Umass Amherst 1983 — 1985
Vantage Group December 2014 - Present
ASC Consulting, LLC March 2010 - Present
STCE Baseball Boosters 2010 - 2012
Snow Go, LLC February 2009 - March 2010
South Elgin Little League 2003 - 2010
C.Extruded Flms, LLC 2006 - February 2009
Independent Consultant 2003 - 2006
EMC Document Systems 2000 - 2003
Ideal Industries 1993 - 2000
Skills
Employee Benefits, Microsoft Office, Financial Analysis, Project Management, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Leadership, Leadership Development, Accounting, Tax Preparation, SDLC, Coaching, Management, SharePoint, Public Speaking, Payroll, Financial Reporting, Human Resources, New Business Development, Insurance, Process Improvement, Social Media, Accounts Payable, Strategic Financial..., Program Management, Analysis, Customer Service, Small Business, Team Building, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Operations Management, Training, Sales Management
Education
Michigan State University 1986 — 1990
BA, Accounting, Communications
Wheeling High School 1982 — 1986
ComForcare Senior Services July 2010 - Present
Ideal Industries December 2002 - April 2009
Equipto March 1991 - June 2001
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Photoshop, Teaching, HTML, Budgets, C++, Public Speaking
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1986 — 1990
Business Management
Ideal Industries October 2011 - Present
Ideal Industries November 2001 - May 2012
General Binding Corporation April 1991 - May 2001
Skills
Project Planning, New Business Development, Marketing Communications, Coaching, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Product Development, Project Management, Product Management, PowerPoint, Direct Sales, Product Marketing, Key Account Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Laurentian University/Université Laurentienne 1976 — 1980
Bachelors, Economics
IDEAL Industries April 2014 - Present
Boise Inc. 2011 - 2013
Boise Inc. 2008 - 2011
Boise Inc. 2005 - 2008
Boise Inc. 2001 - 2005
Westell 2000 - 2001
CNH Industrial 1997 - 2000
Boeing 1994 - 1997
US Army June 1985 - October 1995
Boeing 1991 - 1994
Skills
Process Improvement, Process Engineering, Financial Analysis, Business Analysis, Six Sigma, Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Business Process, Strategy, Business Process..., Leadership, Management, Change Management, Project Management, Product Management, Program Management, Integration, Manufacturing
Education
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Master of Science (MS), Aviation/Aerospace Operations, GPA: 4.0
Saint Louis University - Parks College of Engineering, Aviation and Technology
Bachelor of Science (BS), Aircraft Maintenance Management
University of Illinois Business Innovation Services
LEAN SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT CERTIFICATE (in progress)
University of California San Diego/JOG Systems Engineering
CERTIFICATE IN SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management
Finance for the Technical Executive
Ideal Industries 2000 - Present
Ideal Industries January 1993 - January 2000
Skills
Key Account Management, Product Development, Account Management, New Business Development, Sales Management
Education
North Central College 1998 — 2001
BA, Business Managment
Kishwaukee Community College 1995 — 1998
A.S., Electronics Technologies
~ January 2014 - Present
Dober Chemical March 2013 - January 2014
Icon Identity Solutions August 2011 - December 2012
Leica Microsystems August 2010 - May 2011
Lundbeck 2011 - 2011
Little Lady Foods June 2008 - March 2010
Ecolab January 2003 - June 2008
Friedman Corporation January 1998 - March 2001
Ideal Industries 1994 - 1998
KPMG Peat Marwick January 1986 - March 1989
Skills
Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Analysis
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2002
M.S., MBA
Northern Illinois University 1982 — 1985
B.S., Accountancy
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC August 2014 - Present
Ideal Industries May 2009 - Present
Skills
Composites, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Characterization, Polymers, Design for Manufacturing, Pro Engineer, Product Design, Design of Experiments, GD&T, Engineering Management, Sheet Metal, Solidworks, Manufacturing..., SolidWorks
Education
University of Iowa 2008 — 2009
MS, Mechanical Engineering
University of Iowa 2003 — 2008
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Northern Illinois University
Jantz Canada December 2013 - Present
Anubis Manufacturing Consultants Corporation January 2013 - November 2013
Dimplex North America September 2010 - July 2012
Ideal Industries 2008 - September 2010
ITW Construction Products 2002 - 2008
John Brooks Company 2000 - 2002
RCP Inc. 1996 - 2000
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation 1989 - 1996
Safety House of Canada Limited 1986 - 1989
Skills
Strategic Planning, Marketing Management, Retail, Automotive, Marketing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Budgeting, New Business Development, Sales Management, Product Management, Negotiation, Customer Relations, Business Strategy, Forecasting, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Communications, Promotions, Team Building, Manufacturing, Market Planning, Channel Management, Problem Solving, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Pricing, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Planning, Product Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Business Planning, Coaching, Merchandising, Continuous Improvement, Category Management, Brand Development, Online Marketing, Logistics, Key Account Management, Program Management, B2B, Microsoft Office, Product Development, Budgets, Business Development, Cross-functional Team...
Education
University of Toronto Mississauga 2007 — 2007
Post Grad, Strategic Planning, Org. Behaviour
ITW Corporate Training 2002 — 2006
Business Practises
Conway Consulting 2001 — 2001
Continuous Improvement
Centennial College 2000 — 2000
Level 1 - Automotive Electrical Technologist, Automotive Electronics/Electricity
Ryerson University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Business Mgmt., Marketing/Management
Ideal Industries March 2011 - Present
Sears Brands Management Corp March 2000 - March 2011
Bison Gear and Engineering February 1994 - March 2000
ECM Motor Company January 1987 - January 1994
Leroy-Somer Incorporated January 1982 - January 1987
Skills
Power Tools, Hand Tools, Band Saw, Drill Press, Lathe, Product Development, Manufacturing, Engineering, Automotive, R&D, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality System, Product Design, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, Product Management, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Design for Manufacturing, Pro Engineer, Testing, Six Sigma, Manufacturing...
Education
Marquette University 1977 — 1982
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Ecolab August 2001 - Present
Ideal Industries June 1993 - August 2001
Skills
Product Development, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Quality System, Injection Molding, Manufacturing, Minitab, Continuous Improvement, Design of Experiments, 5S, Quality Management, FMEA, Cross-functional Team..., Solidworks
Education
Eastern Illinois University
Ideal Industries January 2013 - Present
Sonoco January 2012 - January 2013
Tegrant Corporation June 2010 - January 2012
Tegrant Corporation June 2008 - June 2010
Tegrant Corporation June 2006 - June 2008
Skills
Plastics, Thermoforming, Packaging, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, 5S, ISO, Manufacturing..., Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, SPC
Education
Northern Illinois University 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
Kishwaukee College 2009 — 2010
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Southeast Community College 2002 — 2004
A.A.S., Automotive Technology
Innovative Plastech Inc. January 2014 - Present
Tegrant Corporation June 2012 - January 2014
Tegrant Corporation June 2003 - June 2012
Dickey Manufacturing 2002 - 2003
Ideal Industries 1998 - 2002
Ideal Industries 1989 - 1998
Ideal Industries 1985 - 1989
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Plastics, Manufacturing, Packaging, Machine Tools, Process Improvement, Injection Molding, Kaizen
Education
Kishwaukee College 1985 — 1989
Journeymen Card - Tool and Die
Abbott May 2015 - Present
Schneider Electric March 2015 - May 2015
Amcor Flexibles November 2011 - March 2015
Motorola Solutions January 2010 - November 2011
Motorola Solutions April 2006 - January 2010
Motorola Solutions August 2005 - April 2006
Ideal Industries May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Accounting, Hyperion, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Consolidation, Forecasting, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Variance Analysis, Budgets, Analysis, Six Sigma, US GAAP, Microsoft Excel, SAP, Account Reconciliation, Cross-functional Team..., General Ledger, Financial Accounting, Microsoft Office, Essbase, Manufacturing, Financial Forecasting, Accounts Payable
Education
Northern Illinois University 2003 — 2005
Masters, Accounting
Zhongnan University of Economics and Law 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's degree, International Finance
New Star Lighting February 2013 - Present
Philips Day-Brite October 1997 - January 2013
Ideal Industries November 1995 - October 1997
Shannon Industrial Corporation July 1991 - October 1995
Skills
Commercial sales..., Territory sales..., Sales objective..., Profit and loss analysis, Manufacturers' rep..., Manufacturers' rep..., Multi-sales territory, Multi-State Management, Staff Supervision, Budget development, Budget Process, Distributor..., Engineering and..., Sales Presentations, Sales Process, Sales Management, Program Management, Account Management, Government regulation..., Budget Reconciliation
Education
Northern Illinois University 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
DeKalb High School
Ideal Industries
Skills
Troubleshooting, Product Management, Sales, Automation, Lean Manufacturing, Account Management, Key Account Management, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Product Development, Test Equipment, Process Improvement, Electronics, Integration
Education
Northern Illinois University 1993 — 1995
Industrial Technology Degree w/ Safety Emphasis, Industrial Safety Technology/Technician
Lowe Electric Supply March 2012 - Present
Ideal Industries December 1991 - March 2012
Carter & Crawley February 1986 - December 1991
Education
Clemson University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science (BS), Agricultural Economics