Scott J. Landstrom is a seasoned executive leader with a distinguished career marked by exceptional achievements in organizational analysis, mergers & acquisitions, and the strategic management of high-performance teams. His extensive expertise encompasses target market segmentation analysis, negotiation skills, and change management processes, making him a sought-after advisor in the technology and semiconductor industries.
As President of SCI Consulting, Inc, Scott has been exclusively retained by high technology firms for advisements on critical business aspects such as growth engines, diversification, and strategic marketing. His strategic insights have played a pivotal role in guiding CEOs of semiconductor equipment companies through complex challenges, including strategic growth initiatives and diversification strategies. Notably, Scott is currently engaged in overseeing a $7 million corporate equity sale, underscoring his ability to navigate intricate financial transactions with finesse.
During his tenure as Chief Executive Officer of Direct Grid Technologies, LLC, Scott was handpicked by the Board of Directors to spearhead a comprehensive company turnaround. He devised and executed a strategic repositioning plan that involved penetrating a new target market segment within the commercial solar industry. Through his innovative strategies and aggressive engagement with strategic partners, Scott successfully raised $6.2 million in equity financing, safeguarding the company’s funding and ensuring a smooth product ramp-to-market process. Under his leadership, Direct Grid Technologies achieved a significant increase in market prospect opportunities, shorter sales cycles, and stronger customer connections, resulting in a notable triple increase in revenue.
Scott’s leadership prowess was further demonstrated during his tenure as President of Volex, Inc., where he was tasked with restructuring the contract-manufacturing firm to drive positive sales results and enhance overall company culture. Through meticulous executive team restructuring and a strategic realignment of business functions, Scott successfully navigated Volex, Inc. through a challenging period, culminating in a transformation that led to profitable quarters and improved earnings from negative to positive within a span of 12 months.
Prior to his role at Volex, Inc., Scott held senior executive positions at leading semiconductor companies, including Lam Research, Inc. and KLA-Tencor, Inc. During his tenure, he played instrumental roles in driving revenue growth, market dominance, and shareholder value enhancement through strategic initiatives such as product repositioning, mergers & acquisitions, and market expansion strategies.
Scott holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration with a Finance Emphasis from Santa Clara University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics from SUNY Oswego. He has further augmented his executive acumen through participation in the Executive Mini-MBA Program at Stanford University. Beyond his professional endeavors, Scott is deeply committed to giving back to the community. He served for 7 years as a mentor for a fatherless African American boy in his role working within “Big Brothers/Big Sisters” organization, and has actively contributed as VP of the homeowners association of Brush Road, Inc., where he maintained a residence, as well as being elected Vice Chairman by his peers within the Worldwide Photomask Technology Society (BACUS) for a two year term helping lead that organization.
Character: Scott J. Landstrom demonstrates integrity, resilience, and a commitment to excellence in his executive leadership roles, embodying trustworthiness and dedication.
Knowledge: With a profound understanding of organizational dynamics, mergers & acquisitions, and strategic management, Scott possesses a wealth of expertise in driving business growth and navigating complex challenges in the technology and semiconductor industries.
Strategic: Scott exhibits exceptional strategic acumen, adeptly devising and executing transformative strategies to reposition companies, drive revenue growth, and enhance shareholder value through mergers & acquisitions, market segmentation analysis, and negotiation skills.
Communication: Scott excels in communication, fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders, articulating complex concepts with clarity, and effectively conveying strategic visions to inspire teams and drive organizational success.
