 Spearheaded the end-to-end acquisition and integration of Prototype Hubs, beginning with target identification and strategic fit analysis, developing the deal thesis and business case, leading diligence and valuation, negotiating terms, and managing post-close integration.
 Developed and launched a digital commerce strategy including a proprietary instant quoting platform, boosting speed-to-quote and customer acquisition.
 Led the strategic direction of AI-driven pricing technology in a cross-functional team, embedding the solution into a quoting platform to enable dynamic partner selection and accelerate revenue growth across a digital manufacturing network.
 Directed multi-functional remote teams and oversaw cross-border collaboration (Canada, US, and EU), delivering projects on time and within budget.
 Streamlined domestic and international outsourcing operations and implemented new team structure targeting $2.4M in annual revenue.

 Promoted to corporate leadership and entrusted with executing high-priority strategic initiatives aligned with CEO and board objectives.
 Managed M&A lifecycle including due diligence, synergy analysis, deal negotiation, Day 0 planning, and post-close execution.
 Led ERP integration, LMS rollout, and commercial quote-to-order transformation across multiple business units.
 Delivered $140k monthly cost savings through Wisconsin site streamlining and increased online sales to $1.0M by merging e-commerce operations at Additive Manufacturing sites.
 Created business case for new capital equipment investment, generating $0.6M in additional annual revenue.
 Built a high-performing program management team, fostering collaboration and operational excellence across departments.

 Directed enterprise-level integration of newly acquired AM businesses valued at a combined $38M, uniting teams, systems, and cultures to support scalable growth and operational continuity.
 Collaborated with corporate HR, IT, and Finance to align business systems (ERP), redefine org structure, and enhance employee engagement across multiple sites.
 Evaluated and executed strategic acquisition target, negotiated deal terms, and led synergy planning to maximize ROI and long-term fit.
 Designed optimized organizational structures to support growth strategies and improve efficiency across engineering, operations, and customer service teams.
 Identified and developed expansion strategies based on market demand, infrastructure readiness, and long-term scalability.
 Maintained deep market insight to ensure continued competitiveness and technology leadership in the AM space.

 Created new partnerships, secured manufacturing contracts, and implemented complex multi-stage projects, directly accounting for $3.5M in annual revenue growth
 Sustained a seven-year 18% CAGR and supported company growth through to a $30M+ exit by aligning innovation, talent, and process performance.
 Led cost saving initiatives and supported material and service contract negotiations saving $0.5M in cost
 Simplified and strengthened business transactions by managing enterprise customer relationships and implementing systems and processes
 Created proposals and bids for aerospace and automotive contracts
 Led process of being added to the Boeing Qualified Processor List (QPL), resulting in $1M in contract production work for military and commercial programs
 Spearheaded the acquisition and integration of Tenere Additive Division (Westminster, CO), opening the door for sales relationships in the western region

 Implemented Quality Management System (QMS) and corresponding quality policies
 Fostered relationship with Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership and other AM services for QMS advice
 Completed ISO 9001 and AS9100 registration for a multiple site organization in Wisconsin and Colorado
 Developed pricing models for AM technologies and B2B contract pricing agreements
 Mentorship and guidance for direct reports
 Created multi-year manufacturing contract proposals and structured bids while compiling pricing and lead times from subcontractors and internal manufacturing leads
 Responsible for 10% company growth in 2016
 Created materials and presented technology, systems, and quality updates during all-staff meetings
 Established quality objectives and led management team in defining quality policies
 Presented business case for capital investments to company president
 Evaluated acquisition of new equipment resulting in tripled laser sintering capacity

 Designed consumer product from conceptual sketches, to prototype, to market ready finished product
 Designed and fabricated controller electronics and power circuitry from bread board to printed circuit board (PCB)
 Led product development of an all-in-one 3D printer and scanner
 Prepared business plans and budgets
 Created bill of materials and cost analysis for product cycle
 Promoted product at trade shows and in end-user testing
 Utilized CAD, CNC, Laser cutting, and 3D printing in iterative prototype design process
 Created standalone, low-cost 3D scanner
 Participated in fundraising activities and leveraged partnerships to secure funding from angel investors
 Managed the project schedule by setting timelines, identifying risks, and allocating resources
 Performed production cost analysis on potential suppliers

 Organized newly formed advanced fabrication lab by acquiring and installing new equipment
 Led manufacturing research and prototype development using 3D printing, CNC, Laser cutting, and injection molding
 Interviewed and trained new staff
 Collaboratively defined the vision of the laboratory and configured the lab layout and workflow
 Operated and maintained industrial 3D printing equipment
 Managed projects from assessment through design and fabrication
 Developed medical devices and products in electrical instrumentation, medical imaging, and microfluidics

 Created physical 3D models from microscopy imaging datasets using open-source tools, supporting novel research in biophotonics and visualization.
 Contributed to development of experimental imaging instrumentation, collaborating with researchers across optics and computational imaging disciplines.
 Led independent prototyping tasks bridging computational models with real-world output, enhancing visualization capabilities for research studies.

 Led interdisciplinary team in operating industrial 3D printing equipment employing SLS technology
 Contributed to product development for over 60 companies, including 11 Fortune 500 companies
 Cultivated positive and enduring relationships with customers by providing customer support and quotes for projects
 Analyzed machine performance for accuracy and strength, and scheduled preventative maintenance as needed