Recruited to establish major international organization as market leader in US and Mexico. Assembled effective sales and technical staff and network that became affiliated with prominent A&E, EPC, trade and other industry organizations. Represented company/brand at national levels. Held P&L accountability. Company is now major leader in North America.
Recruited to refresh US company. Major change in competitive landscape required objective appraisal of company's position in marketplace. Resulted in a dramatic shift in strategy that yielded a positive outcome for the company. Directed Market Assessment and Strategy. Served as Face of the Company/Brand. Held P&L responsibility.
Consolidated manufacturer of industrial and commercial insulation products.
Recruited to turn around sales, marketing and technology in concert with production priorities for consolidated business. Held full P&L accountability. Authored several trademarks and co-authored two new product patents. Oversaw export development. Achieved dramatic results quickly.
Distressed matrix organization owned by Private Equity firm, Wayzata partners.
Hired to guide the largest of three divisions in a private equity owned mature matrix organization. Overhauled strategic plan. Rehabilitated marketing, sales and technical departments and re-aligned them with other departments (finance, production). Imposed organizational and financial discipline within the division. Supported the other two divisions.
Americas division of a respected German global architectural products company.
Strategy; Planning; Organization. P&L responsibility. Change leader. Empowered technical and creative talents of staff so they/company could thrive. Interfaced with major accounts. Led product development/innovation: Sr. manager on Innovation Committee; interacted with outside venture firm and government agencies. Nurtured and burnished Sto brand.
Assist in strategic development and new/improved product introductions to the built environment. Collaborate with partners to provide access to new/varied markets. Develop alternative go-to-market possibilities. Interact with companies regarding energy efficiency initiatives (construction materials; transportation). Follow ‘Constructech’ trends.