IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC
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, INC January 2015 - Present
Dover Corporation March 2010 - January 2015
Federal Signal Corporation 2005 - March 2010
Barton Incorporated January 2003 - November 2005
KPMG 1999 - 2003
Skills
Member of AICPA, CPA, Financial Reporting, Accounting, SEC filings, US GAAP, Auditing, GAAP, Analysis, Finance, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Corporate Finance, Internal Controls, Process Improvement, Management, Consolidation, Financial Accounting, Forecasting, Internal Audit, Budgets
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 1996 — 2000
B.S, Accounting/Finance Minor Psychology
Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers October 2014 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC May 2011 - October 2014
Skills
Healthcare
Education
Aurora University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Athletic Training/Trainer
Ingersoll Rand April 2015 - Present
RK Mechanical, Inc. January 2015 - March 2015
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC May 2013 - August 2014
Ingersoll Rand January 2010 - May 2013
Ingersoll Rand November 2005 - January 2010
Ingersoll Rand January 2001 - January 2005
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Strategic Planning, Scheduling, Cost Control, Resource Allocation, Continuous Improvement, Inventory Management, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, ISO, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Cost Reduction, Purchasing, Inventory Control, Operations Management, Team Building, Change Management, 5S, P&L, Operational Excellence, MRP, Problem Solving, Procurement, Budgeting, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing..., Leadership, Strategy, Program Management, Management, Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC, Project Management, Quality Management, Kanban, Business Strategy, Materials Management, Supply Management, Budgets, Logistics, Process Scheduler
Education
Colorado State University 2009 — 2011
MBA, Business
University of Phoenix 1999 — 2003
BSBA, Business Admin
Field Fastener July 2011 - Present
North Park Church of Christ March 2010 - October 2014
Acument Global Technologies 2007 - 2009
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC 2006 - 2007
AireSystems--a Trane Business 2004 - 2006
Textron Fastening Systems 2000 - 2004
Elco/Camcar Textron 1995 - 2000
Elco Industries 1991 - 1995
Elco Industries 1990 - 1991
Skills
Employee Relations, Communication, Strategic Planning, Safety, Workers Compensation, Salary and Benefits..., Change Management, Leadership Development, Human Resources, Hiring Employees, Strategic Hiring, Sales Management, Workforce Planning, Team Building, Labor Relations, Employee Benefits, Customer Service, Succession Planning, Employee Training, Team Leadership, Performance Management, Personal Development, Teamwork, FMLA, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Training, Organizational..., HR Policies, Personnel Management, Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Interviews, Union Avoidance, Management, Hiring
Education
UW-Milwaukee 1993 — 1995
Certificate in Human Resource Management, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Jefferson Community College 1988 — 1990
Associate of Arts (AA), Business Administration and Management, General
Freed-Hardeman University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Secondary Education and Teaching
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC June 2015 - August 2015
Kishwaukee Medical Associates August 2006 - August 2014
Sycamore High School May 2013 - August 2013
DeKalb Clinic December 2010 - February 2011
DeKalb County Nursing Home November 2009 - March 2010
Skills
Matlab, Public Speaking, C, VHDL, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Manufacturing, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Product Development, Customer Service, Research, Public Relations, Volunteer Management
Education
Bradley University 2012 — 2017
Bachelor's Degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Sycamore High School 2008 — 2012
High School, GEP
Hendrick House May 2014 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC May 2015 - July 2015
Chicago Park District July 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Desktop Computers, Wireless Networking, Computer Maintenance, Computer Hardware, Windows 7, Computer Repair, LAN-WAN, Hardware, Cabling, Hardware Installation, Routers, Operating Systems, Windows XP Pro, Laptops, Windows Vista, Hardware Support, Software Installation, Printers, Remote Desktop, Antivirus, Cisco Routers, Server Administration, FTP, Router Configuration, Help Desk Support, Virus Removal, Home Networking, Windows XP, Leadership, C, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Matlab, HTML
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 2.85 out 4.00
City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College 2013 — 2013
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electrical Engineering, 4.00 out 4.00
Lane Tech College Prep Highschool 2009 — 2012
Highschool, General, 3.98 out 4.00
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC May 2015 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC January 1996 - Present
Just Parts Inc. August 1994 - January 1996
Newark Electronics June 1989 - August 1994
Skills
Customer Service..., Sales Operations, Purchase Management, Data Analysis, HVAC Controls, Manufacturing, Pricing Analysis, Technical Support, ERP Implementations, Product Training, Pricing, Negotiation, Direct Sales, Product Development, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Key Account Management, Product Marketing, New Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Sales Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor's degree
Backflip Studios January 2015 - Present
Discovery Family Channel January 2015 - Present
Hasbro October 2014 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC December 2013 - Present
Hasbro January 2008 - October 2014
Reebok International Ltd 2002 - 2007
myteam.com January 2000 - December 2001
Skills
Consumer Products, Footwear, Brand Management, Customer Insight, Product Marketing, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Sporting Goods, Brand Architecture, Merchandising, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Sports Marketing, Retail, Global Marketing
Education
Harvard Law School 1982 — 1985
Doctor of Law (JD), Cum Laude
Yale University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor's degree, Economics/Political Science
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC February 2015 - Present
HARTING, Inc. of North America October 2008 - January 2015
Panduit Corporation August 1991 - October 2008
GE Lighting February 1990 - August 1991
GE Solid State March 1982 - February 1990
Skills
Manufacturing, Management, Electronics, Solution Selling, New Business Development, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Direct Sales, Account Management, Product Marketing, Training, International Sales, Sales Process, Competitive Analysis, Sales Operations, Channel Partners, Business Development, Wireless, Negotiation, Pricing, Product Launch, Sales, Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Program Management, Telecommunications, Product Development, Leadership, Project Management, Networking, Product Management, B2B, Sales Presentations, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Automation, Customer Service, Team Leadership
Education
Seton Hall University 1977 — 1981
BA, Communications
Neptune High School
Advanced College Prep
Kraft Foods Group July 2012 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. November 2010 - July 2012
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. October 2009 - November 2010
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. August 2007 - October 2009
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. June 2006 - August 2007
Skills
HRIS, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Human Resources, Strategy, Personnel Management, Leadership, Strategic Planning
Education
Northern Illinois University 2003 — 2007
BS, Marketing
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC May 2014 - Present
Rubbermaid Commercial Products July 2012 - May 2014
Rubbermaid Commercial Products January 2008 - July 2012
Rubbermaid Commercial Products January 2005 - January 2008
Newell Rubbermaid 2002 - 2004
Newell Rubbermaid June 2001 - January 2002
Newell Rubbermaid 2001 - 2002
Porter Cable/Delta Corporation January 1999 - June 2001
Porter Cable January 1997 - January 1999
J.C. Bernard and Associates. January 1994 - January 1997
Skills
National Accounts, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Sales Operations, Consumer Products, New Business Development, Key Account Development, Sales, Product Development, Negotiation, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Distributors, B2B, Forecasting, Contract Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., Pricing, Pricing Strategy, Competitive Analysis
Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
St. Mary's College of Minnesota 1988 — 1992
BA Minor, Public Administration
US Army Corps of Engineers September 2006 - Present
SAIC January 2005 - September 2006
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC December 2004 - January 2005
SAIC August 2003 - December 2004
SYTEX July 1999 - August 2003
US Army September 1979 - July 1999
Otsego County Planning Department 1976 - 1979
Otsego County Planning Department 1976 - 1979
Skills
Government Contracting, Physical Security, Leadership, Requirements Analysis, Data Analysis, Instructor-led Training, Microsoft Office, Critical Thinking, Link Analysis, Federal Acquisition..., Corps, Training Development
Education
U.S. Army Acquisition Corps, Materiel Acquisition Management School 1993 — 1993
Acquisition Management
Command and General Staff College 1990 — 1990
Military Science, Leadership and Operational Art
Golden Gate University 1984 — 1987
MBA, Telecommunications Management
Golden Gate University 1983 — 1983
MPA, Public Administration
University of Oregon 1974 — 1976
BS, Geography
Hartwick College 1972 — 1974
Geology
(Retired Internationalist) January 2012 - Present
IDEAL Industries, Inc. April 2002 - December 2011
Microtest January 1996 - December 2001
Kroy, Inc. 1988 - December 1995
The Scoular Company November 1983 - 1988
Valmont Industries January 1980 - November 1983
N.G.J. Schouten B.V. January 1975 - October 1977
ConAgra Foods 1971 - 1974
Skills
Manufacturing, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, International Business, New Business Development, Strategic Business, Talent Management, Marketing Strategy, Business Strategy, Telecommunications, Program Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Sales Management, Budgets, Product Management, Retail, International Sales, Product Development, Negotiation, Sales, Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Product Marketing, Strategy, Logistics, Leadership, Pricing, Team Building, Strategic Partnerships, Business Planning, Management, International Marketing, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing, Selling, Recruiting, Business Development, B2B, Key Account Management, Marketing Management, Sales Operations, Contract Negotiation, Channel Partners, Account Management, Direct Sales, Product Launch, Solution Selling, P&L Management
Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management 1978 — 1979
MBA, International Management
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1971 — 1974
BGS, Business Administration
Outback Machine Shop August 1999 - Present
Ideal Industries, Inc 1977 - 2007
Ability Tool Company June 1971 - June 1976
Skills
Tool & Die, CNC Machinist, Electrician (Automation), Solidworks CAD, Bobcad, RS Logix, Automation, Troubleshooting, PLC, Solidworks, RSLogix, Engineering Management, Manufacturing..., Lathe, Fixtures, Electricians, Machine Tools, CAD, 5S, Manufacturing, Machinery, Six Sigma, Milling, Cnc, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Machining, Automotive, CAM, CNC manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Process Improvement, Product Development, CAD/CAM, Design for Manufacturing, CNC Machine, Industrial Engineering, Kaizen, Sheet Metal, Injection Molding, Materials, Root Cause Analysis, ISO, Plastics, Product Design, GD&T, Value Stream Mapping, SPC, Engineering, Creative Problem Solving
Education
Kishwaukee Junior College 1969 — 2009
AAS in Drafting, Certificate in Electricity,, Electronics
Northern Illinois University 1987 — 1988
Rock Valley College 1971 — 1974
Certification in Tool & Die, Tool & Die
Honeywell 2015 - Present
System Sensor 2005 - 2015
Primedia/Intertec 1995 - 2004
Ideal Industries, Inc. 1987 - 1995
Tom Tauke For Congress 1986 - 1986
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Public Relations, Lead Generation, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Strategic Communications, B2B, Brand Development, Copywriting, Direct Marketing, Marketing Management, Advertising, Press Releases, Online Marketing, Product Marketing, Email Marketing, Market Planning, Newsletters, Creative Problem Solving, Website Development, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Promotions, Event Management, Event Planning, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Trade Shows, SEO, Internal Communications, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Direct Mail, Competitive Analysis, Writing, Budget Management, Budgets, Leadership, Product Launch, Management, Brand Management, Sales, Training, Project Management, B2B Marketing, Marketing
Education
Iowa State University 1981 — 1987
Marketing, Marketing and Political Science
Arlington Industries, Inc. March 2005 - Present
Johns Manville March 2003 - February 2005
Invensys Climate Controls - N. America August 1992 - February 2003
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC July 1983 - August 1992
WESCO Distribution July 1979 - June 1983
Skills
Sales Management, Key Account Management, Account Management, New Business Development, Channel Management, Sales Operations, Pricing, Product Marketing, Manufacturing, Product Development, Selling, Management, Forecasting, Sales, Strategic Planning, Channel Partners, Product Management, Direct Sales, Marketing, Inventory Management, B2B, Sales Process, Training, Competitive Analysis, P&L Management, Cross-functional Team..., Solution Selling, Product Launch, Contract Negotiation, Trade Shows, Market Planning, Sales Presentations, Purchasing, Key Account Development, Negotiation, Cold Calling, Business Development, Marketing Management, National Accounts, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Market Development, Strategy, Wholesale, Distributors, Team Building, Outside Sales, Pricing Strategy, P&L
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1975 — 1978
Bachelor of Science, Communications
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. June 2008 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. August 2001 - June 2008
Skills
Marketing, Training, Team Leadership, Direct Mail, Logistics, Trade Shows, Procurement, Packaging, Process Improvement, Pricing, Negotiation, Leadership, Manufacturing, Budgets, Sales
Education
Kishwaukee College
In Progress, Business
Damco March 2015 - Present
Independent February 2008 - August 2014
Prescott College 2014 - 2014
Northcentral University July 2010 - December 2012
IDEAL Industries, Inc. September 1993 - February 2008
Richards-Wilcox July 1989 - September 1994
Northern Illinois University 1988 - 1989
Skills
Software Implementation, Enterprise Software, ERP, Supply Chain Management, Software Project..., Project Management, Information Technology, Business Intelligence, Management, Program Management, Integration, Business Process, Leadership, Start-ups, Process Improvement, Business Process..., Vendor Management, Social Media, Web Design, Website Development, Business Strategy, CRM, Management Consulting, IT Strategy, Strategy, Business Analysis, Team Leadership, Change Management, Cross-functional Team..., Consulting, Software Documentation, SharePoint, Analysis, SDLC, Databases, Quality Assurance, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Development, Visio, Requirements Gathering, Requirements Analysis, Project Planning, PMP, ERP Implementations, Mentoring, Agile Project Management
Education
North Central College 1995 — 2000
MBA, Business
Northern Illinois University 1987 — 1989
BS, Mathematics - Theoretical
CF Industries April 2014 - Present
CF Industries June 2012 - April 2014
Elkay Manufacturing April 2009 - June 2012
Gibson Guitar August 2008 - April 2009
Generac Power Systems March 2008 - August 2008
Powermate Corporation May 2005 - March 2008
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. November 1997 - May 2005
Skills
Talent Management, HR Strategy, Benefits, Compensation, HRIS, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Training, PeopleSoft, Deferred Compensation, Sales, Employee Benefits, Employment Law..., FLSA, Personnel Management, Organizational..., Lean Manufacturing, Human Resources, Executive Development, Talent Acquisition, Change Management, Performance Management, Internet Recruiting, Six Sigma, Career Management, New Hire Orientations, Job Descriptions, Organizational..., Union Avoidance, Employee Training, Team Building, Executive Pay, Employee Engagement, Performance Appraisal, Employer Branding, Temporary Placement, Business Strategy, Benefits Administration, Technical Recruiting, Management, Mergers, Organizational Design, College Recruiting, Workforce Planning, Process Improvement, Onboarding, Program Management, Policy, Employment Law, Strategy
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1989 — 1993
BS, Kinesiology (Sports Marketing & Management)
Delta Apparel Inc August 2000 - Present
HABASIT BELTING May 1999 - August 2000
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC January 1991 - January 1999
Education
Aurora University 1988 — 1989
Bachelors, Business Management
Aurora University 1987 — 1989
Bachelors Degree, Business Management
Northern Illinois University
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC 2015 - Present
Medeco Security Locks October 2010 - September 2014
Pepsi Beverages Company January 2006 - September 2010
The Pepsi Bottling Group January 2004 - January 2006
The Pepsi Bottling Group 2002 - 2004
The Pepsi Bottling Group 2000 - 2002
The Pepsi Bottling Group 1998 - 2000
PepsiCo Canada 1995 - 1998
General Mills 1992 - 1995
Campbell Soup Company 1989 - 1992
Skills
Sales Management, P&L Management, Strategy, Negotiation, Leadership, Consumer Products, Pricing, Trade Marketing, Account Management, Customer Insight, Sales, Business Strategy, Business Development
Education
Queen's University 1984 — 1989
Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. December 2014 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC November 2014 - November 2014
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC September 2014 - October 2014
Springs Fabrication, Inc. August 2012 - November 2013
Quest Medical Inc. March 2012 - September 2012
University of Texas Southwestern August 2011 - May 2012
University of Texas at Arlington August 2010 - May 2012
Aspen Water July 2010 - April 2012
Pitney Bowes August 2009 - July 2010
Axxea Systems December 2006 - June 2008
Skills
CAD/CAM, Machining, Microsoft Office, Developmental Process, Organization, Testing, Continuous Improvement, CAD, AutoCAD, Project Planning, Metal Fabrication, GD, Manufacturing..., 5S, Engineering, Pro Engineer, Project Engineering, Machinery, Solidworks, Software Documentation, Lean Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Finite Element Analysis, Manufacturing, Troubleshooting, MathCAD, Welding, Matlab, Biomedical Engineering
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington/ University of Texas Southwestern 2010 — 2012
Master, Bioengineering
University of Mississippi 2004 — 2008
Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Iowa State University-Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) July 1995 - Present
Iowa Metal Spinners, Inc. February 1999 - August 1999
Sargent Metal Fabricating, Inc June 1994 - June 1995
M.S. Willett Co. LLC 1987 - 1995
Ideal Industries, Inc. August 1993 - January 1994
Cedar Metal Works, Inc. May 1989 - July 1993
Liberty Mutual July 1981 - May 1989
Centex January 1981 - June 1981
Skills
Theory of Constraints, Process Improvement, Plant Layout, Business Process Mapping, Process Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Public Speaking, Manufacturing, Change Management, Operations Management, Project Planning, Supply Chain Management, Leadership Development, Root Cause Analysis, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, Quality System, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Team Building, Leadership, Supply Chain
Education
Numerous Seminars & Workshops 1980 — 2012
Theory of Constraints International Certification Organization (TOCICO) 2007 — 2011
Jonah Certification, TOC Fundamentals
National Extension Leadership Development Graduate 2004 — 2004
Leadership, diversity, teamwork & government relations
NIST/MEP University 2000 — 2000
University of Northern Iowa 1996 — 1999
MA, Industrial Supervision & Management
Dale Carnegie Graduate 1995 — 1995
University of Northern Iowa 1976 — 1980
BA, Industrial Technology
LaSalle Network November 2014 - Present
LaSalle Network March 2014 - November 2014
LaSalle Network August 2013 - March 2014
Advanced Resources June 2013 - August 2013
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. March 2011 - February 2013
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. December 2010 - March 2011
Skills
Employee Engagement, HRIS, Employee Relations, Talent Management, Benefits Administration, Affirmative Action, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, I-9 Compliance, Coaching, Change Management, Performance Management, Leave of Absence, Employee Benefits, Team Building, New Hire Orientations, FMLA, Training, Temporary Placement, Deferred Compensation, Executive Search, Temporary Staffing, Workforce Planning, Human Resources
Education
Saint Mary's College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
Santa Margarita Catholic High School
Calpipe Industries, Inc. August 2012 - Present
Ericson Manufacturing September 2009 - June 2012
Ericson Manufacturing March 2009 - August 2009
LESTER SALES CO. August 1990 - January 2009
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC June 1987 - June 1990
Skills
Sales Operations, Business Planning, Product Development, New Business Development, Key Account Management, Account Management, Product Marketing, Sales Management, Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Negotiation, Forecasting, Selling, Management, Leadership, CRM, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Training, Budgets
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1997 — 2000
CPMR, MARKETING
Northern Illinois University 1984 — 1987
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, MARKETING
A. A. MacPherson Co., Inc. February 2013 - Present
Infrastructure Technology Group February 2009 - February 2013
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. July 2004 - February 2009
Dot Hill Systems September 2000 - October 2002
Thomas & Betts Corp., Inc March 1999 - September 2000
A. A. MacPherson Co., Inc October 1993 - March 1999
Branch Electric Supply August 1988 - October 1993
Skills
Troubleshooting, Integration, Lighting, Disaster Recovery, Team Building, New Business Development, Sales Management, Problem Solving, Customer Relations, Business Strategy, Team Leadership, Solution Selling, Account Management, Security, Telecommunications, Hardware, Windows, Channel Management, Product Development, Leadership, Channel Partners, Product Marketing, Networking, Key Account Management, Strategic Planning, Sales Operations, Customer Service, Selling, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Purchasing, Direct Sales, Electronics, Sales Process, Sales, Data Center, Wireless, Management, Competitive Analysis, Process Improvement, Cabling, Product Management, Professional Services, Training, Pricing, Salesforce.com, Manufacturing
Education
Villanova University 2008 — 2009
Master's Certificate, Advanced Information Systems Security Management
Bentley University 1999 — 1999
Internet Systems Management
Plymouth State University 1982 — 1987
BS, Geography, Cartography
Eastern Michigan University -School of Technology Studies
NAED - University of Electrical Distribution
BICSI
Designing Electronic Safety and Security Systems
Winchester High School
Lumedyne Technologies December 2011 - Present
Ideal Industries Inc. January 2006 - Present
Carbonetic's Inc. February 1982 - Present
Lumedyne Corporation 2011 - 2012
Wind River (Doctor Design) 1997 - December 2009
Wind River 2000 - 2009
Pulse Link Corp. 2000 - 2009
Palomar Products 1997 - 2009
Widcomm 1997 - 2001
Skills
Schematic Capture, PCB design, ASIC, Embedded Software, Debugging, Embedded Linux, Embedded Systems, Electrical Engineering, RF, Firmware, Labview, FPGA, Simulations, Analog Circuit Design, Analog, Device Drivers, Software Engineering, Hardware Architecture, Integrated Circuit..., Solidworks, Engineering, Orcad, Testing, RTOS, C, R&D, Digital Signal..., ARM, System Design, Bluetooth, Engineering Management, Semiconductors, Electronics, Microcontrollers, VHDL, System Architecture, Xilinx, USB, Microwave, SoC, VxWorks, Antennas, Microprocessors, IC, Altera, Signal Integrity, Hardware, Verilog, Wireless
Education
City University of New York City College 1975 — 1981
MEEE, Communication Electrical Engineering
SIBICO September 1996 - October 2008
IDEAL Industries, Inc. July 1989 - September 1996
IDEAL Industries, Inc. March 1980 - July 1989
Skills
Process Improvement, Operations Management, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Management, Program Management, Change Management, Leadership, Business Development, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Personnel Management, Customer Satisfaction, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Policy, Performance Management, Marketing, Training
Education
North Central College 1991 — 1995
MBA, Operations
Northern Illinois University 1966 — 1970
BA, Anthropology/ Accountancy
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC July 2015 - Present
Greenway Home Services August 2014 - July 2015
ServiceMaster July 2013 - July 2014
Flextronics June 2008 - June 2013
AIMS Logistics January 2005 - January 2007
Walmart February 2004 - October 2005
Trustmark Companies February 1997 - June 2003
Skills
Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Customer Service, Import, Export, Compliance, Supply Chain..., Logistics, Supply Management, Forecasting, MRP, Program Management, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Baan, Materials Management, SAP, JD Edwards, JDE One World, Contract Management, Operations Management, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Warehousing, Global Sourcing, Oracle, Warehouse Management
Education
Northwest Mississippi Community College
University of Phoenix
Panduit, Corp. 2007 - 2015
Panduit, Corp. 2005 - 2007
McNally Diamond Development 2001 - 2005
Cadant, Inc 2000 - 2001
Westell 1997 - 2000
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. 1994 - 1997
DUKANE Corporation Microrobotics 1992 - 1994
Skills
Product Development, Sales, Telecommunications, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Electronics, Manufacturing, Solution Selling, Start-ups, Product Management, B2B, Engineering Management, Engineering, Leadership, International Sales, Product Marketing, Wireless, Product Lifecycle..., Strategic Partnerships, Automation, Product Launch, Management, New Business Development
Education
Benedictine University 1990 — 1992
Masters of Business Administration, Finance, Operations, International Business
Bradley University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science, Engineering
Four seasons Home Health July 2014 - Present
Norborne Eatery January 2009 - Present
Ideal Industries, Inc January 2007 - Present
CSL December 2013 - April 2014
Benchmark Healthcare Center June 2012 - October 2012
Benchmark HealthCare Consulting, Inc. 2012 - 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Patient Safety, Medical Terminology, Team Building, Management, Training, Electricians, Staff Development, Coaching, Time Management, Elder Care, First Aid, Higher Education, Microsoft Office, Leadership, CPR Certified, PowerPoint
Education
Pinnacle Career Institute-North Kansas City 2012 — 2013
Pinnacle Career Institute
America Reads America Counts August 2015 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC May 2015 - August 2015
Centerstone September 2013 - April 2015
Charter Fitness July 2009 - August 2011
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2015 — 2016
MHRIR Candidate, School of Labor and Employment Relations
Indiana University Bloomington 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Reddy Ice September 2015 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC May 2014 - September 2015
Trane March 2013 - May 2014
Trane March 2013 - March 2014
Westone Laboratories July 2009 - January 2012
Westone Laboratories July 2007 - January 2012
United States Marine Corps June 1995 - June 1999
Skills
Logistics Planning, Inventory Management, Production Planning, Change Management, Quality Management, ISO standards, PowerPoint, Procurement, Global Sourcing, Strategic Sourcing, New Product Development, Project Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Project Planning, MS Project, Project Coordination, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Dynamics, Navision, Oracle 9i, ERP Oracle, CRM, ISO 9001 lead Auditor, ITAR, DOT Compliance, Hazardous Materials..., Employee Management, Personnel Selection, Training Delivery, Technical Course..., Strategic Planning, ISO, Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Logistics Management, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Training, Six Sigma, Team Building, Process Improvement
Education
Colorado Christian University 2007 — 2009
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Leadership with an emphasis in Project Management
Colorado Christian University 2004 — 2006
Bachelor’s Degree, Organizational Management Human Resources
Various Institutions
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC May 2015 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC September 2012 - May 2015
Target June 2012 - December 2012
Best Buy August 2009 - May 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Solidworks, C++, English, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Product Development, Microsoft Word, Engineering, Automotive Repair, Sales, Windows, Manufacturing, Negotiation, CAD
Education
Northern Illinois University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering
Kishwaukee College 2010 — 2012
Transfer, Mechanical Engineering, 3.56 GPA
Cherwell Software November 2014 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC July 2013 - November 2014
The Exchange February 2013 - July 2013
El Paso County, Colorado, USA July 2012 - January 2013
ARIA Resort & Casino October 2011 - June 2012
Boyd Gaming November 2009 - October 2011
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. November 2009 - February 2010
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. November 2008 - September 2009
Rio Tinto November 2007 - March 2008
Primary Residential Mortgage February 2007 - November 2007
Skills
Human Resources, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Microsoft Office, Training, Customer Service, Onboarding, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Benefits Administration, Compensation, New Hire Orientations, Employee Engagement, PowerPoint, New Hire Processes, FMLA, Research, Windows, New Hire Paperwork, I-9 Compliance, I-9 audits, Interviewing Skills, Exit Interviews, Phone Screening, Analytical Skills, Interpersonal..., Background Checks, Screening Resumes, Resume Writing, E-Verify, Workers' Compensation..., Report Writing, Payroll Processing, Data Analysis, Affirmative Action..., Job Descriptions, Procedure Manuals, Training Manuals, Employee Relations..., FLSA, ADA Compliance, ADP HRB, ADP Time and Attendance, Personnel Management
Education
Webster University 2004 — 2007
Master of Arts (M.A.), Human Resources Management
The University of Texas at San Antonio 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Palo Alto College 1997 — 1999
Psychology
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC June 2015 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC July 2014 - Present
Nat's On Maple May 2013 - Present
Hammacher Schlemmer May 2014 - July 2014
Skills
Learning Quickly, Quick Thinker, Customer Service, Listening to customers, Social Skills, Social Listening, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, Meeting Deadlines, Goal Oriented, Organization &..., Time Management, Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Facebook, Social Networking, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Customer Satisfaction, Teamwork, Social Media, Microsoft Word
Education
Northern Illinois University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing, Senior
Hampshire High School 2007 — 2011
Sherman & Reilly, Inc January 2015 - Present
Greenlee August 2010 - January 2015
Ideal Industries, Inc. August 2007 - September 2008
Acument Global Technologies May 2005 - January 2007
Textron March 2003 - May 2005
Textron Fastening Systems October 2001 - March 2003
Skills
Strategy, CRM, Business Development, Product Development, Start-ups, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Project Management, Marketing, Sales Process, Selling, Analysis, Automotive, Microsoft Excel, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Negotiation, Sales Management, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Product Management, Account Management
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1985 — 1988
Bachelor of Science (BS)
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
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
Huffman Engineering Inc November 1996 - Present
CED / AEC Omaha September 1990 - November 1996
Ideal Industries, Inc. September 1989 - September 1990
The Van Meter Company January 1988 - September 1989
Kiefer Electrical Supply Company May 1979 - January 1988
Skills
Control Systems Design, Engineering Design, Modbus, Instrumentation, Integration, Engineering, Electricians, PLC Programming, Manufacturing, Automation, PLC, Sales, Project Engineering, Process Control, Industrial Control, Machine Vision, Process Automation, SCADA, Robotics, HMIs, Motion Control, Electrical Engineering, MES, Variable Frequency..., Engineering Management, Commissioning
Education
Bradley University
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC May 2015 - Present
CST Storage September 2012 - Present
CST Storage August 2011 - September 2012
CST Storage January 2010 - July 2011
Engineered Storage Products December 2007 - December 2009
UPS April 2006 - December 2007
UPS January 2006 - April 2006
UPS May 2003 - December 2005
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, ISO, DMAIC, Quality System, Iso 9000, Quality Control, Continuous Improvement, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Industrial Engineering, Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, SPC, Operations Management, Design of Experiments
Education
Northern Illinois University 2012 — 2015
M.S., Industrial Engineering
Northern Illinois University 2001 — 2004
B.S., Industrial Engineering
Highland Community College 1999 — 2001
A.S., Engineering Technology
Cree April 2013 - Present
Cree Lighting June 2011 - April 2013
IDEAL Industries Inc. July 2007 - June 2011
Hubbell Lighting January 2005 - July 2007
Hubbell Lighting July 2004 - January 2005
General Electric 2001 - 2004
GE Lighting 1999 - 2001
US Air Force December 1988 - September 1999
Skills
Strategic Planning, Integrated Marketing, Tactical Development, Enterprise Software, Relationship Management, Industrial Engineering, Profit, Quality Management, Sales Promotion, New Business Development, Sales Management, Product Development, Product Marketing, Negotiation, Account Management, Key Account Management, Cross-functional Team..., Sales, Sales Operations, Contract Negotiation, Forecasting, Marketing Strategy, Management, Pricing, Leadership, Business Development
Education
University of Oklahoma
Master of Education, Adult and Higher Education
University of Cincinnati
BA, International Relations
Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Spanish Culture
Indian Hill High School-Cincinnati
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC June 2015 - Present
Eaton's Cooper Lighting June 2014 - May 2015
Self-employed January 2010 - June 2014
Intela February 2011 - April 2012
WhiteWave Foods October 2008 - July 2009
Butterball LLC September 2007 - October 2008
Cooper Industries Ltd. March 1998 - September 2007
Cooper Industries March 1998 - September 2007
Cooper B-Line 2004 - 2007
cooper industries 1998 - 2006
Skills
Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefit, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning, Recruiting, Talent Management, Leadership, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Training, Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Process Improvement, Management
Education
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago 1992 — 1994
MSIR, Industrial Relations HR
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1987 — 1991
BA, Political Science & Speech Communication
GoldSpire Design LLC August 1996 - Present
CareFusion July 2011 - February 2014
Ideal Industries Inc. January 2011 - July 2011
Ideal Industries Inc. July 2006 - January 2011
Rain Bird Corporation February 2005 - July 2006
National University September 2003 - September 2005
Xsilogy Inc. March 2002 - December 2003
Graviton Inc. January 2000 - March 2002
University of California San Diego Extension September 1990 - September 2001
HiTech Equipment Corporation July 1995 - December 1999
Skills
Product Development, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Product Management, Engineering Management, Hardware Architecture, RF, Engineering, PCB design, R&D, Systems Engineering, Wireless, Manufacturing, Hardware, Firmware, Design for Manufacturing, Embedded Software, Software Development, Business Development, Test Equipment, Testing, Project Management, Six Sigma, FPGA, Automation, Microcontrollers, Digital Signal..., Ethernet, Simulations, Sensors, Cross-functional Team..., Analog, Labview, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, System Architecture
Education
New York University 1980 — 1985
BS, Physics
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art 1980 — 1985
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
University of California San Diego
MSEE, Electrical Engineering and Applied Physics
University of Phoenix
MBA, Global Management/International Business
Woodlands High School
Signode Industrial Group May 2014 - January 2015
ITW May 2013 - May 2014
Arbor Private Investment Company September 2004 - March 2013
IDEAL INDUSTRIES INC March 2008 - June 2012
AAR Corp. 1999 - 2004
Martin-Brower 1997 - 1999
GATX 1980 - 1997
Skills
Mergers, Manufacturing, Acquisitions, Business Strategy, International, Mergers & Acquisitions, HRIS, Human Resources, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Talent Management, Strategy, Succession Planning, New Business Development, Leadership, Personnel Management, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Operations Management, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Executive Search, Start-ups, Process Improvement, Recruiting, Cross-functional Team..., Organizational Design, Team Management, Onboarding, Organizational..., Workforce Planning
Education
Pepperdine University 1982 — 1983
MBA, Management
University of Notre Dame 1976 — 1980
BA, Marketing
Marian Catholic High School 1972 — 1976
Robert Half Finance & Accounting October 2014 - Present
Nerium International September 2012 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC June 2013 - October 2014
Geneva Investment Management June 2012 - August 2012
Mike Wehrenberg State Farm Insurance September 2011 - June 2012
Skills
Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Facebook, Market Research, Mutual Funds, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Small Business, Investments, Sales, Public Speaking, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Asset Management, Direct Sales, Portfolio Management, Series 7, Equities, Asset Allocation, Investment Management, Recruiting, Professional Driving, Cold Calling
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC December 2014 - Present
Career Education Corporation May 2012 - December 2014
DeVry Inc. June 2009 - June 2012
Koltin Consulting Group - Executive Search Practice 2008 - 2009
Robert Half International 2005 - 2008
SmithBucklin 2002 - 2005
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Strategic Sourcing, Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., College Recruiting, Talent Management, Corporate Recruiting, Human Resources, Executive Search, Staff Development, People Skills, Sourcing, Employee Relations, CRM, Leadership, Career Development, Workforce Planning, Temporary Placement, Consulting
Education
Northern Illinois University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor, Business Administration with minor in Political Science
Eaton's Cooper Power Systems May 2014 - Present
Eaton's Cooper Power Systems February 2011 - April 2014
Assurant Health March 2009 - October 2010
CertainTeed Corporation December 2008 - March 2009
Actuant Corporation / Gardner Bender August 2004 - January 2008
IDEAL Industries, Inc. March 2001 - November 2003
CRC Industries, Inc. October 1997 - March 2001
Nabisco Biscuit Company February 1997 - September 1997
Castrol North America June 1992 - December 1996
Subaru Financial Services, Inc. March 1990 - March 1990
Skills
Product Development, Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, New Business Development, Pricing, Marketing Management, Process Improvement, Business Strategy, Segmentation, Program Management, Manufacturing, Management, P&L Management, Leadership, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Direct Sales, Sales, Product Launch, Strategy, Market Analysis, Retail, Strategic Partnerships, Business Development, Sales Operations, Key Account Management, Market Research, Brand Management, Business Planning, International Sales
Education
Northern Illinois University 2003 — 2005
MBA
Hamilton College 1990 — 1994
B.A.
Stockholm University 1993 — 1993
Study Abroad
Westtown School 1986 — 1990
High School
ABB April 2014 - Present
Adayana November 2012 - April 2014
Cooper Industries Ltd. July 2008 - November 2012
Certified Companies, Inc. April 2006 - July 2008
IDEAL Industries, Inc. January 2001 - March 2006
Skills
Team Building, Sales Operations, Leadership, Selling, Sales Management, New Business Development, Account Management, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Cold Calling, Miller-Heiman Strategic..., Key Account Management, Purchasing, Negotiation, Human Resources, Product Management, Pricing, Salesforce.com, Channel Partners, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Direct Sales, Marketing, Product Marketing, Product Development, Sales Process, Recruiting, Business Development, CRM, Management, Business Strategy, Lead Generation, Training
Education
Texas A&M University 1996 — 2000
BS, Industrial Distribution
University of Houston-Victoria
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC June 2014 - Present
Omron April 2011 - 2014
Titan Logix Corp March 2008 - April 2011
Honeywell Limited August 2005 - March 2008
GESCAN Automation April 2001 - August 2005
Total Control Product - Division of GE Fanuc May 1998 - March 2001
Taylor Industrial Software 1993 - 1998
Skills
Salesforce.com, Sales Management, Automation, PLC, Key Account Management, Account Management, Solution Selling, Instrumentation, Sales, Direct Sales, Sales Process, B2B, Leadership, Forecasting, Coaching, SCADA, Sales Operations, Strategy, Manufacturing, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Management, Process Control, Channel Partners, International Sales, Industrial Control, Business Development, Engineering, Product Marketing, Motion Control, Process Automation, MES, Industrial Ethernet, Variable Frequency..., HMIs, Sales Presentations, CRM, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Budgets, Allen Bradley
Education
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology 1991 — 1993
IET, Instrumentation Engineering Technology
Deutsch June 2013 - Present
vcu brandcenter August 2011 - May 2013
Zambezi, Inc. May 2012 - August 2012
The Richards Group January 2011 - April 2011
Strategic America September 2008 - January 2011
Drake University January 2008 - June 2008
Aspen Marketing Services 2007 - 2007
IDEAL Industries, Inc. June 2005 - December 2006
Skills
Copywriting, Bachelorette Parties, Counting, Drinking Evian Water..., Sock Wearing, Creative Strategy, Photoshopping Matt..., Apologizing With Pizza, Listening To Television, Mustache, Having A Gender, Driving On The Correct..., Capitalizating, Capitalizing The First..., Giving Dirty Looks To..., Not Tweeting, Looking Horrible With..., Mark Fenske Worship
Education
VCU Brandcenter 2011 — 2013
Masters, Copywriting
Drake University 2004 — 2008
B.A. in Creative Advertising, Advertising, Marketing, Psychology
Marmion Academy 2000 — 2004
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC January 2015 - Present
Sonim Technologies April 2013 - January 2015
Mission Critical Wireless October 2012 - April 2013
Motorola Mobility 2010 - 2012
Motorola Mobility 2008 - 2010
Motorola 1998 - 2008
Motorola 1996 - 1998
Motorola 1993 - 1996
Party Line Deli 1992 - 1993
Mokena Public Schools 1988 - 1992
Skills
iDEN, Cellular, Wireless, Telecommunications, CDMA, Mobile Devices, Mobile Communications, GSM, EVDO, Wireless Broadband, Handsets, WiMAX, M2M, 4G, Cellular Communications, Go-to-market Strategy, Mobile Applications, Solution Selling, Android, Hardware, Enterprise Software, Mobile Technology, Integration, Direct Sales, Sales, Leadership, IP, WiFi, RF, Testing, Product Development, Product Management, Embedded Systems, Salesforce.com, Strategic Partnerships, Unified Communications, Product Lifecycle..., Customer Satisfaction
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Indianapolis 1992 — 1993
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology
Joliet Junior College 1990 — 1992
Associates of Applied Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology
HARTING of North America January 2001 - Present
Travel Concepts International, Inc. 1986 - Present
HARTING of North America January 2001 - March 2011
Affiliated Distributors 1997 - 2000
IDEAL Industries, Inc. 1992 - 1997
Crouse-Hinds/Cooper Industries 1972 - 1992
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, New Business Development, Product Development, Business Development, Continuous Improvement, International Sales, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Manufacturing, Account Management, Product Marketing, Direct Sales, Competitive Analysis, Electronics, Key Account Management, Product Launch
Education
Arizona State University 1969 — 1972
MBA Prgram
Purdue University - Krannert School of Management 1961 — 1966
BSIM, Egineering
Syracuse University
GSSMM
Ideal Industries Inc. January 2012 - Present
Patricia's Tax and Bookkeeping June 2011 - Present
AMC Theatres January 1981 - April 2011
AMC Theatres January 1991 - January 2006
Skills
Payroll, Management, Payroll Taxes, Human Resources, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Training, Event Planning, Leadership Development, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Talent Management, Outlook, Microsoft Excel
Education
Colorado Technical University 2011 — 2012
Business Administration
Ideal Industries, Inc. April 1998 - Present
Skills
New Business Development, Direct Sales, Key Account Management, Account Management, Channel, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Project Management, Channel Partners, Management, Contract Negotiation, Product Marketing, Product Management, B2B, Competitive Analysis, Solution Selling, Key Account Development, Process Improvement, Product Development, Pricing, Manufacturing, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Product Launch, P&L Management, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Trade Shows, Selling, Marketing Management, Sales, Business Development, Market Planning, Sales Process, Strategy, Purchasing, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Team Building, Cold Calling, International Sales, Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy, Start-ups, Business Planning
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1970 — 1973
Batchelor of Arts, Industrial Arts
IP Group International December 2012 - Present
Kishwaukee College January 2014 - May 2014
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. June 2012 - December 2012
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. January 2009 - May 2012
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. 2003 - 2008
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. May 1984 - December 2002
Skills
Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Strategic Planning, Manufacturing, Product Management, Product Development, Budget Forecasts, Economic Research, Contract Negotiation, Business Development, International Sales, Analysis, Sales Management, 5S, Engineering, Training, Customer Service, Key Account Management, Operations Management, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Six Sigma, Pricing, Electricians, Product Marketing, Program Management, Project Management, Start-ups, Continuous Improvement, Business Strategy, Forecasting, Sales, Mergers & Acquisitions, Supply Chain, Sales Operations, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Purchasing, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Mentoring, Automation, Project Planning, Product Launch, Team Building, Team Leadership, Electronics, Supply Chain Management
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1971 — 1975
B.S., Chemistry
Virden High School 1967 — 1971
Diploma
Rasmussen Performance Group 2005 - Present
Acclivus Corporation 1995 - 2005
Achieve Global (formerly Learning International) 1991 - 1995
Ideal Industries, Inc. 1981 - 1991
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business 1972 — 1976
Finance, Finance, Marketing, International Business, Spanish Language
Ideal Industries, Inc July 2003 - March 2013
Extreme Networks January 1999 - November 2002
Sigma Designs 1995 - 1999
3Com 1993 - 1995
Chips & Technologies, Inc 1985 - 1993
Synertek 1984 - 1988
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Contract Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Management, Strategic Sourcing, MRP, Supply Chain, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Electronics, Product Marketing, Materials Management, Semiconductors, Purchasing, Continuous Improvement, Pricing, Supply Chain Management, Management, Global Sourcing, Product Management, Six Sigma, Competitive Analysis, Key Account Management, Production Planning, Product Development, Purchase Management, JIT, Kaizen, Lean manufacturing
Education
San Jose State University
BS, Business Admin
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC January 2015 - Present
Molex Incorporated June 1997 - December 2014
Molex Incorporated January 2009 - December 2010
Molex Incorporated July 2006 - December 2008
Molex Incorporated June 2004 - June 2006
Skills
Six Sigma, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Finance, Logistics, Change Management, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Forecasting, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Management, Pricing
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2000 — 2002
Masters of Accounting & Finance
North Central College 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Signode Industrial Group May 2014 - Present
ITW January 2014 - May 2014
ARYZTA LLC March 2013 - January 2014
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. February 2006 - November 2012
Exelon August 2005 - February 2006
Owens Corning June 2005 - August 2005
RSM McGladrey June 2004 - August 2004
AAR Corp. June 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Talent Management, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Workforce Planning, Employee Engagement, Organizational..., HRIS, Succession Planning, Executive Search, Deferred Compensation, Building Business..., Trusted Business Partner, Expert Communicator, Interpersonal Savvy, Change Management, Leading Change, Strategic Planning, Multi-Site Operations, Workers Compensation, Safety Programs, Safety Compliance, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, Creative Problem Solving, Collaborative Problem..., Adaptable to Changes, Strongly self-motivated, Human Resources, Mergers & Acquisitions, Lean Manufacturing, Management, Strategy
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2001 — 2004
Bachelors, Psychology and Speech Communication
Naperville North High School
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC October 2014 - Present
Ideal Industries December 2013 - October 2014
ITW 2012 - December 2013
ITW 2002 - 2013
ITW 2002 - 2013
ITW 2010 - 2012
ITW 2007 - 2010
ITW 2002 - 2007
Deloitte 1999 - 2002
Skills
CPA, US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Hyperion Enterprise, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, SEC filings, Accounting, Cost Accounting, Consolidation, Forecasting, Sarbanes-Oxley, Financial Analysis, GAAP, Process Improvement, Auditing
Education
University of Iowa 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Accounting
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC November 2014 - Present
Milton Industries, Inc. May 2013 - November 2014
Sears Holdings Corporation 2002 - 2013
Senior Flexonics 1996 - 2002
Lechler Inc. 1991 - 1996
Skills
Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Problem Solving
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Richards-Wilcox February 2014 - Present
HDW Electronics / Megger 2011 - 2013
Ideal Industries, Inc. 2004 - 2009
3M July 1979 - June 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Direct Sales, Sales, Construction, Management, Business Development, Selling, Leadership, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Manufacturing, Sales Management, Engineers, Training, Sales Operations, Key Account Management
Education
Miami University
B.S., Marketing
Autosplice, Inc. May 2014 - February 2015
Empod Worldwide October 1997 - 2014
TRW January 1993 - February 1994
Ideal Industries, Inc. December 1992 - February 1994
Invensys Appliance December 1990 - January 1993
Cardell 1990 - 1991
Augat-Altair January 1988 - December 1990
Molex 1985 - 1988
Skills
PCB design, FMEA, Automotive, ANSYS, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Project Management, Electronics, Manufacturing, PCB Design
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1982 — 1985
Mechanical Engineering
Morton College
Associate of Science, Engineering
CCC Information Services September 2015 - Present
QSI NextGen Healthcare October 2014 - September 2015
QSI NextGen Healthcare January 2007 - September 2014
WesternGeco 1998 - 2007
Group 1 Software 2000 - 2003
Top Dog Software 1996 - 1998
Sycamore Containers Inc 1995 - 1996
IDEAL Industries Inc 1994 - 1995
Medline Industries 1990 - 1993
Skills
Software Development, XML, Agile Methodologies, Linux, Web Services, Unix, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL, Software Documentation, Software Design, Web Applications, Scrum, Quality Assurance, Subversion, Databases, Software Engineering, .NET, Visual Studio, SDLC, Software Project..., SOA, Requirements Analysis
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science
Thomas & Betts A Member of the ABB Group January 2015 - Present
Thomas & Betts June 2014 - Present
Thomas and Betts August 2010 - May 2014
Thomas & Betts March 2008 - July 2010
Carlon - Division of Lamson & Sessions July 2005 - March 2008
IDEAL Industries, Inc. 1986 - 2005
Skills
Sales Management, Account Management, Sales, Channel, New Business Development, Team Building, Key Account Management, Telecommunications, Direct Sales, Leadership, Sales Operations, Business Strategy, Marketing, Product Marketing, Income Statement, Management, Budgets, B2B, Product Management, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Process Improvement, Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Presentations, Team Leadership, Business Development, Contract Negotiation, International Sales, Sales Process, P&L Management, Solution Selling, Manufacturing, Selling, Market Planning, Channel Partners, P
Education
Rutgers University 2011 — 2011
Executive Education
La Roche College 1976 — 1979
Bachelor of Science
Fieldpiece Instruments, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Ideal Industries, Inc. January 2009 - May 2014
Ideal Industries, Inc. February 1999 - January 2009
Ideal Industries, Inc. March 1997 - February 1999
Ideal Industries, Inc. February 1994 - March 1997
Ideal Industries, Inc. January 1990 - February 1994
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Marketing Management, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing..., Sales Operations, Channel Partners, Kaizen, Product Development, Team Leadership, Six Sigma, Product Marketing, Pricing, Sales Management, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Continuous Improvement, New Business Development, Product Management, Contract Negotiation, Electronics, Process Improvement, Account Management, Key Account Management, Management, Engineering Management, Product Launch, Engineering, Purchasing, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, International Sales, P&L Management, Direct Sales, Competitive Analysis, Product Design, Strategy, Financial Reporting, B2B, Market Research, Financial Analysis, Design Research, User Acceptance Testing, Focus Groups, Manufacturing..., Electric Power, Electrical Design
Education
Northern Illinois University 1998 — 2001
MBA, Marketing
Milwaukee School of Engineering 1985 — 1989
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC August 2008 - Present
ITW March 1992 - August 2008
Education
Georgia State University 1995 — 1997
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration, Management and Operations
University of Wisconsin-Stout 1979 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Industrial Technology, Engineering/Industrial Management
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
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC December 2013 - Present
Kelly Services April 2013 - July 2013
C.H. Robinson July 2012 - October 2012
Target Distribution Center May 2011 - July 2012
At Home Dad August 2009 - September 2011
Boise Cascade December 2005 - August 2009
Boise Cascade January 1998 - January 2005
Ryan Distributing January 1994 - January 1998
Skills
Sales, Management, Contract Negotiation, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Physical Inventory, Vendor Managed Inventory, Safety Management..., Travel, Non-profit Volunteer, Barcode Scanners, Customer Service, Security, Human Resources, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outside Sales, Surveillance, Loss Prevention, Dupont Training
Education
Montana State University-Billings 2000 — 2002
Business
Skyview High School, Billings Montana 1986 — 1990
Diploma
Montana State University
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. March 1982 - Present
Coopers & Lybrand July 1978 - March 1982
Northern Illinois University May 1977 - May 1978
Education
Northern Illinois University 1975 — 1977
Masters Degree, Accounting
Carthage College 1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Arts, Economics & Business Administration
Navitus Health Solutions April 2015 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES INC June 2014 - April 2015
Rockford Tech Systems June 2013 - March 2014
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC November 2012 - May 2013
Walker Agency April 2011 - February 2012
Bos n Son Inc 2009 - 2011
Skills
Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, QuickBooks, Bookkeeping, Bank Reconciliation, Inventory, Accounting, Sales Tax, Payroll
Education
Carthage College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Accounting and Business Administration
SK Hand Tool, LLC December 2013 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC June 2008 - November 2013
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC August 1999 - May 2008
Pennzoil Quaker State Products Company June 1992 - August 1999
Sunoco January 1989 - October 1991
Subaru of America March 1988 - April 1989
Black & Decker June 1986 - March 1989
Skills
Sales Management, Account Management, New Business Development, Product Management, Product Development, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Strategy, Channel, Team Building, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Key Account Management, Business Strategy, Manufacturing, Pricing, Product Marketing, Sales Operations, Direct Sales, Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Channel Partners, Sales, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Penn State University 1982 — 1986
BS Marketing, Marketing Research, Sales Management, Business Logistics, Finance
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC September 2014 - Present
Act II Jewelry, LLC dba lia sophia March 2011 - August 2014
Lincoln Law Group September 2003 - May 2010
Sound Incorporated April 1999 - September 2003
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation Support, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Legal Assistance, Corporate Law, Notary Public, Westlaw, Legal Documents, Litigation Management, Criminal Law, Document Review, Lexis, Pleadings, LexisNexis, Investigative Research, E-commerce, Family Law, Anti-counterfeiting, Trademark Infringement, Copyright Law, Legal Compliance, Brand Protection, Drafting Office Policies, Contract Review and..., Contract Management, Due Diligence
Education
Roosevelt University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's degree - Graduated Summa Cum Laude, Paralegal Studies, 4.0 GPA
Northwestern Business College 2002 — 2004
Assosiates Degree/Paralegal Certificate, Paralegal Studies, 4.0 GPA
The Trane Company September 2011 - Present
Trane June 2009 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC 2014 - 2015
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC 2014 - 2015
Skills
Industrial Maintenance, Forklift Operator, Welder, Team Leadership, Safety, Overhead Cranes, Cpr Certified, CNC operation, Lathe, Records, Hands-on Training, Metrology, Inventory, Forklift Operation, Maintenance, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, 5S, DMAIC, Cross-functional Team..., FMEA, Kaizen, Microsoft Office, SPC, Value Stream Mapping, Product Development
Education
Pueblo Community College 2008 — 2012
South High School 1989 — 1993
SK Hand Tool Corporation January 2010 - Present
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC August 1989 - January 2010
U.S. ARMY April 1981 - December 2005
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Team Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Excel, Process Improvement, Problem Solving
Education
Kishwaukee College
Associate's degree, management/supervision