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Director
Project AnimalAidDirector
May. 2024 - Mar. 2025Boulder County, Colorado, United StatesHealing the Planet One Animal at a Time. Project AnimalAid is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health and welfare of animals around the world while also benefiting our precious planet. We collect donated veterinary equipment and supplies from veterinary and human hospitals, medical equipment and supply manufacturers, zoos, and many other sources. In turn, we provide these items to animal welfare non-profits working on the frontlines with animals in need.
Business Advisor
Transworld Business Advisors of Dallas / Fort Worth CentralBusiness Advisor
Mar. 2024Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Strategic Business Advisor
BCR Business Consulting Resources, Inc.Strategic Business Advisor
May. 2020 - Dec. 2022Dallas-Fort Worth MetroplexBCR offers a comprehensive portfolio of consulting service solutions with a focus on change management and leadership succession. The Company has a broad range of consultants and partnerships covering multiple business niches and disciplines. I joined the BCR on a part-time basis as I have a passion for helping companies. While at BCR I implemented leadership transition plans, identified and qualified strategic acquisition targets for clients, and provided pathways/operation plans into new market opportunities.
Former Owner, Advisor
Wellert TruckingFormer Owner, Advisor
Jan. 2017 - Jun. 2024Cleveland/Akron, Ohio AreaWellert Trucking specializes in liquid tanker and hopper freight. Our focus is bulk food grade and animal feed services throughout the Midwest and East Coast. Non-hazardous bulk chemical services are also available. At Wellert I oversee various aspects of the business, from strategic planning and financial management to operational efficiency and sales. Grew Company from 3 to 30 staff and increased revenue by 20x. Successfully exited in early 2024 but remain an advisor to the Company.
Founder and President
KT ChemicalsFounder and President
Jan. 2015 - Jan. 2019Dallas/Fort Worth AreaKT Chemicals, Inc. designs, manufactures, and distributes chemicals that are used in industrial and commercial applications. Products include DOT approved release agents, solvents, detergents, dust and odor control chemicals. I founded the company in 2015, developed all the products, executed the go-to-market plan, drove growth, and successfully exited in 2019. Company operated a 20,000 sq ft facility with 50,000 gals of production/capacity and 15 products (personal and industrial use).
President
METIS ScientificPresident
Jan. 2013 - Mar. 2015Dallas, TXCBI Polymers Inc., dba METIS Scientific is a leader in creating, manufacturing and distributing decontamination products that are environmentally friendly, safe, and enable the cleanup of tough jobs at lower costs. METIS’ leading product, DeconGel is sold to wide range of customers including DOE, DOT, nuclear plants, fire departments, first responders, and others. While at METIS I consolidated production, distribution, R&D, and sales functions to Texas which led to a 60% reduction in costs. Additionally I eliminated toll manufacturers and brought the capability in house which led to a 3x reduction in inventory and improved the companies cash position. Also led the Company's sales strategy which led to the single largest order in the Company history.
Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Science Officer
Pono CorporationChief Strategy Officer, Chief Science Officer
Jan. 2010 - Dec. 2013Honolulu, HIParent company of Pono Pharma, specializing in cancer and antibacterial treatments; Pono Capital, a management consulting firm; SavingsPoint, an online social savings platform. I was mainly responsible for product development, IP portfolio, and corporate strategy with hands-on involvement with all aspects of the business from concept to launch. Responsible for all key hires, facility renovations and construction.
Interim President and Executive Consultant
Tri-S CorporationInterim President and Executive Consultant
Jan. 2002 - Dec. 2002Hilo, HILeading local civil construction company specializing in roads, highways and excavation services. I was brought in to lead the company and turn around operations for existing owner. Duties included BD, job/project management, and maintenance. Company profitability increased 30% and business continued on until owner retired. Also helped develop new construction methods for drilling large diameter holes though basalt based materials. Result was a 2x reduction in cost and 50% increase in productivity over conventional methods.
Chief Science Officer, Chief Technical Officer, Co-founder
Hoku CorporationChief Science Officer, Chief Technical Officer, Co-founder
Jan. 2001 - Dec. 2010Honolulu, HI; Pocatello, IDA world-class clean energy company developing investment-grade solar power to commercial, institutional and utility clients (NASDAQ: HOKU). I was the principal inventor and architect of company’s technologies. Key strategist in the transition from a fuel cell company into a vertically integrated solar technology business. Responsible for day-to-day technical operations, IP strategy and portfolio, technology development, construction of the $600M Pocatello, Idaho manufacturing plant, and hiring 100+ Ph.D level researchers, engineers, and plant operators.
Adjunct Professor
Portland State UniversityAdjunct Professor
Jan. 1999 - Dec. 2000Portland, OregonDeveloped curriculum and taught classes covering JIT, supply chain management, MRP, forecasting, and implementation of global operations.
Plant Area Manager
Precision CastpartsPlant Area Manager
Jan. 1997 - Dec. 2001Portland, OregonThe world leader in super alloy, aluminum, and titanium investment casting for aerospace and many other industrial markets. I was responsible for plant implementation of new technologies in the foundry, assembly and refractory departments. Successfully increased throughput by 30% and labor efficiency by 50%. Initiated cost cutting initiatives that saved the Company $500K per annum over a 2 month period.
Industrial Engineer
Precision CastpartsIndustrial Engineer
Jan. 1996 - Dec. 1997Portland, OregonResponsible for company R&D, quality control and oversight of the largest materials lab in the region. While in the role I was granted a patent and developed several technologies that could be used in production saving the Company millions in consumable waste and scrap reduction. These included new face coat slurries, refractory treatments, and a reduction in VOC listed materials.

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