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President/COO/General Manager - Versatile and dynamic C-Level executive with a keen ability to solve complex organizational problems by creating and implementing innovative solutions. Managed a turnaround that enabled a $10MM manufacturing company to go from a net operating loss to 14% adjusted EBITDA in four years. Led company effort to develop three new products in the last five years including two patent applications compared to one new product in the prior ten years. Negotiated several strategic alliances to complete the product line, as well as developing sources in China to reduce manufacturing costs. Significant consulting experience with nationally prominent firms. B.S and MBA from top Ivy League university. Code MAN378

Chemicals - CEO/GM/VP, Board Member - Entrepreneurial chemicals executive with strong sales, marketing and financial background. Participated as investor / manager in leveraged buyout of $100 Million specialty chemical company. Member of 4-person board of directors. Created 10X ROI for shareholders. Recently created 2 US businesses for Indian oleo chemical and consumer goods company. Negotiated and completed acquisition of consumer goods manufacturing plant with $20 Million EV for Indian parent. Incorporated, started and ran $40 Million US subsidiary of Brazilian public company (NYSE and BOVESPA). Doubled profit in year one. Completed due diligence on a $100 Million acquisition target. Has extensive international chemical business experience. Set up sales channels for specialty chemical company in Europe, South America, Asia and India. Pioneered purchasing relationships globally to reduce key raw material costs. Manufacturing experience includes leading TQM teams to increase capacity by 25% and improve reliability. Served as president of non-profit board. Is an accomplished leader, manager, fundraiser and public speaker. MBA with distinction, top 5 US School. BS Chemistry, top 5 UK School. Code MAN371

CEO - Most recently ran a $350mm automotive coatings division of a global specialty chemical company; led the divestiture of that business to a foreign owned joint venture partner; joined as President of entire North American and European business which ended up being a $400mm business. Grew market share by over 6 points and reduced costs by $8mm. Set up the new business in North America as a stand-alone business very similar to a private equity deal. Also served as VP/GM for two multinational divisions in the personal care ingredients market. Prior to joining the chemical industry 8 years ago, bulk of career was with two blue chip consumer packaged goods companies starting in strategy/finance/M&A, moving into marketing and then into general management. Top school MBA in finance/BA economics. Code MAN366

President/Executive Officer - 15 years as a rapid turnaround specialist for private equity and public companies with a vast background in a variety of manufacturing arenas with significant domestic and international experience. Expertise with negotiating complex mergers, partnerships and alliances. Orchestrated sale of a private equity company for a substantial profit. Demonstrated ability to identify niche markets, design and develop new patented products and systems to become a global market competitor. Proven record of increasing revenues and profits while decreasing operational costs. Increased EBITDA from $5MM to over $30MM during his tenure as President. BS in Electrical Engineering. Multiple patent holder. Code MAN365

GM/OperationsVP - Currently VP Operations for a $150M high-technology equipment and consumables company. Former commissioned military officer (aviator), top-tier MBA grad, and McKinsey alum. Has had large and small company P&L accountability and has extensive experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing & Logistics, Technical Service, and Product Development. Also brings a strong background in strategic analysis, proven project implementation skills (Lean Six-Sigma), significant international experience, and expertise in negotiating and structuring complex partnerships/alliances. Bsc Economics, MBA. Code MAN345

President/COO/Sr.VP - An international executive with full P&L responsibility for multi-sites (skilled/unskilled labor) with groups as large as 250 employees, 100+ distributors and $750M. Has clear understanding of the 'strategic commercial process tied with customer needs' so corporate alignments in operational agility, product development, sales, marketing and customer service result in global market presence and increased revenues and profitability. Is driven by spearheading vision and business development efforts that lead high performance teams to execute, drive sales and forge national and international strategic alliances while reducing overhead and driving corporate profits. Code MAN377

CEO - Currently managing a business in excess of $300MM with assets across India, UK and Canada bringing an energizing combination of strong consulting skills and hands-on operating experience. With 13 years at a top, international consulting firm (last 4+ years as a Partner) was exposed to a range of operational, strategic and organizational issues across UK/ Europe, Israel, India and SE Asia. Recently has driven acquisitions of businesses in UK and Canada, rapid integration and turnaround, business development and organizational restructuring, converting a loss making $50MM business into a profitable $300MM business. MBA and a BSc in Economics. Code MAN324

CFO in manufacturing and services industries. Currently serves as CFO of a dynamic high growth manufacturing and services company with revenues approaching $1 billion. Has a reputation as an innovative, collaborative and results-oriented leader with a full range of finance, accounting, technology, project management and leadership experience. Demonstrated results in leading change in Fortune 500 and small business environments. Industry experience: information technology, services, manufacturing and renewable energy. MBA - Concentration in International Business. CPA. BS in Accounting and Finance. Code: MAN326

COO Manufacturing, Engineering, and Research - Extensive experience in effectively establishing and leading manufacturing, engineering, and research and development organizations. Equally successful in large and small companies, this candidate possesses significant experience both domestically and internationally. Has lead the construction and start up of major new manufacturing plants as well as improved performance of existing plants. BSME. Patent Holder. Code MAN305

Manufacturing President and CEO - As division President, oversaw seven manufacturing facilities for Fortune 100 soft drink company. Acquired and integrated 23 franchise bottlers. Subsequently built as CEO four private equity portfolio companies, and orchestrated and completed successful exits to strategic buyers. Brought Lean manufacturing to one company, resulting in 3 point gross margin enhancement. Strong ability to add new product lines and sales channels. MBA (Beta Gamma Sigma) from top ten business school, and Industrial Engineer. Code MAN304

President & General Manager - Oversees all aspects of $50MM manufacturer of concrete piping including external production facility operations. Developed strategic sales and business development plans. Conducted forecasting. Administered budgets and P&Ls. Approved capital equipment purchases. Determined bid pricing. Negotiated annual raw materials contracts. Managed sales, engineering, production, quality control, transportation, and maintenance departments. Supervised 150-employees and 5 direct reports including CFO, Production Manager, Sales Manager, Chief Engineer, and Transportation Manager. Bachelor of Arts. Code MAN330

Manufacturing President and CEO - Currently serves as CEO of a manufacturing company consisting of 4500 employees and sales of $500MM. Expertise in growth and acquisitions. Acquired 5 companies in 4 years and integrated all facilities into a North American business structure. Masters degree in Operations Research & Industrial Engineering as well as MBA from top 5 Business School. Code MAN238

President and CEO in R&D/manufacturing industry - Founded three businesses, running two as part of a strategic business unit of a global business giant achieving $50MM in growth.  Previously led all accounting operations for a $200MM global electronic materials business.  MBA, BS in Finance. Code MAN249

President and CEO in Manufacturing Industry - Currently serves as Chairman of start-up manufacturer and distributor of hand-held global positioning systems.  Previously served as CEO/North America for a $2 billion European company.  Authored and executed turnaround plan, growing sales 10% per year in mature market by creating competitive advantage.  BA, MBA. Code MAN255

Manufacturing CEO - Executive in the manufacturing industry with an impeccable track record of growing three mid-sized ventures to world market dominance.  Successfully merged and integrated #1 and #3 competitors, raising revenue from $3MM to $70MM, forming a worldwide industry leader in both size and profit. Code MAN244

CEO/President in Building Products - Developed and implemented innovative strategy to turn around troubled business. Rebuilt and restructured business portfolio to create organizational focus and competitive advantage. Improved results from large losses to $100MM EBITDA. Turned perennial breakeven division into second highest performing division in the company. Previously this candidate transformed his business from $100MM to $400MM in revenue during their tenure. JD, BA in History. Code MAN264

Manufacturing CEO - Currently a strategy and organizational consultant whose clients are CEOs of companies facing major issues and/or opportunities. Formerly, for one of the world's foremost, diversified chemical companies, led five worldwide businesses divisions that employed over 3,000, generating revenues exceeding $750M. Directed corporate technology, development, HS&E, purchasing and engineering functions. Chaired a $400MM phosphorus chemicals joint venture. Ivy League MBA and Fulbright Fellow. BS in economics. Code MAN268

President/COO in Manufacturing - As COO of a $850MM diversified manufacturing company, accountable for over 5,000 employees in six strategic business units at 35 facilities, produced a 40% increase in EBIT, led the integration of two acquisitions and revitalized the morale, discipline and strategic intent of an under-performing organization. PhD, Ivy League Master of Professional Studies, BS in Mechanical Engineering. Code MAN270

CEO in Manufacturing - Currently CEO of manufacturing startup, recruiting investors, securing wholesale distributors and blue-chip retailers. Implemented marketing strategy for international growth. Grew company to #3 in the industry within 18 months. Previously with a worldwide manufacturer, managed one division with annual sales of $150MM, decreasing costs by 15% and inventory by 30%. Was responsible for 13 manufacturing plants and 6 distribution centers and directed international locations. BS in Civil Engineering. Code MAN271

COO/Vice President in Manufacturing - Currently managing a staff of 80 with full P&L responsibilities of a $15MM unit, this executive is responsible for sales, engineering, R&D, manufacturing and assembly, purchasing, shipping and receiving, inventory control, installations and service. Implemented operational changes reducing cycle time of order fulfillment from 21 to 4 days. Designed performance metrics which directly resulted in increased revenues of $2MM in the first year. BS in Production/Operations Management. Code MAN278

CEO in Manufacturing Industry - Currently CEO of $50MM privately held international manufacturing company with P&L responsibility. Redesigned sales organization resulting in a 15% increase in sales and a $250K decrease in sales expenses, produced a 3% increase in net margin percentage and reversed a negative P&L in '04 to a positive $1.3MM in '05. MS in Business, BS. Code MAN288

Manufacturing and Industrial Executive - Currently serving as president of a commercial vehicle parts manufacturer. Full P&L responsibility for $100+ million annual sales organization. Previous experience as VP of Sales and Marketing, serves on board of directors of several trade associations and transportation and recreation sectors. The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Code MAN204

Manufacturing and Industrial Executive for Private Equity Investments - Has served as CEO and/or president on multiple occasions for private equity-backed manufacturing and industrial companies. Focus has principally been on middle market firms where change management and turnaround expertise was required. Early experience heavily focused on sales and marketing within manufacturing sector, mainly in middle market companies. BS Engineering and MBA. Code MAN205

Manufacturing, Operations, Automotive and Industrial Products - President and CEO of several companies in the automotive parts manufacturing industry. Has been involved in seven start-ups and has worked with private equity firms to finance many of the companies where he has served as CEO. Degrees include A.S., Liberal Arts, BS, Industrial Technology, MBA with high honors, Ph.D. Business Administration. Code MAN206

Manufacturing and Supply Management - Served as Co-founder, President and COO of a $100 million aircraft parts manufacturer and supply chain manager. Built the business from scratch and produced organic revenue growth of nearly 20% per year. Also led acquisition effort to build company EBITDA of approximately $10 million. After completing military service, joined a worldwide consulting firm and specialized in corporate strategy, operations and supply chain management. MBA from a top 5 business school. Active on many community boards. Code MAN207

Manufacturing CEO - A seasoned CEO and decisive leader with experience managing multiple public and private companies serving commercial, industrial and military markets worldwide. Graduate Top 5 MBA program with over $500 million in public utility P&L. Code MAN209

Manufacturing President COO - Uniquely qualified, Award-Winning and versatile company President- General Manager- Board Member with extensive, intensive global experience and achievement. Bold turnaround specialist with effective leadership in general management, sales & marketing, and skilled in financial analysis and forecasting from manufacturing, technology and engineering perspectives. B.S. Industrial Management, postgraduate top 5 business school. Code MAN210

Manufacturing Turnaround Specialist - Extensive turnaround and revitalization executive with special emphasis in technology-driven opportunities, peripheral and top line revenue growth. B.S. Mechanical Engineering from top 10 University. Code MAN211

Senior Manufacturing Executive - Candidate has extensive P&L experience in building business, both domestic and international with revenues exceeding $1 billion. Has been a global leader in providing highly engineered fastening and assembly solutions with 32 manufacturing and logistic facilities and 4500 employees. Holds Master of Science Chemical Engineering degree. Code MAN212

President and CEO of several diversified manufacturing companies - Currently serves as president of a $300 million manufacturer of electronics and sensor systems for industrial and appliance applications. Previously was president and CEO of two other sensor-based control systems manufacturers. In all cases, has had significant international sales and marketing responsibilities with an emphasis on North American and European clients. Early career involved consulting and corporate planning assignments for international corporations. BA and MBA. Code MAN218

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