I’m excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey and experience in the PET manufacturing industry. Over the past 30+ years, I’ve had the opportunity to work across global operations, engineering, and strategic advisory—helping organizations improve performance and profitability. Here is my biography.

I am proud to share a detailed look into my professional journey—one built on operational excellence, continuous improvement, and leading by example across diverse industries and global organizations. As I continue to pursue meaningful board and advisory opportunities, I remain committed to contributing my experience to companies seeking strategic growth and disciplined execution. Here is my biography.

I’m excited to share a comprehensive biography that reflects the journey of my 38-year career across the energy and industrial manufacturing industries. From engineering and innovation to global operations, sales leadership, and executive transformation work, this profile captures the experiences, accomplishments, and values that have shaped my professional path. I look forward to continuing to contribute to organizations seeking growth, innovation, and operational excellence.

I’m excited to share an in-depth look at my professional journey, leadership philosophy, and the experiences that have shaped my work across global manufacturing, supply chain strategy, and MedTech innovation. It has been a privilege to lead diverse teams, support transformative initiatives, and contribute to the growth and resilience of organizations around the world. Here is my biography.

I’m excited to share a comprehensive look at my professional journey—spanning more than four decades of global manufacturing leadership, operational transformation, and organizational growth. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of leading diverse teams across multiple continents and industries, shaping operational strategies that continue to influence the organizations I’ve served. As I look ahead to new advisory and board opportunities, I remain committed to contributing meaningful insight, global perspective, and disciplined leadership. Here is my biography.

I’m excited to share a comprehensive look at my professional journey across aerospace, climate innovation, international strategy, and sustainability-driven ventures. Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about transforming complex global challenges into scalable solutions that create meaningful impact. Here is my biography.

Eddie H. is a dynamic manufacturing executive with over 25 years of experience driving operational excellence, cultural transformation, and strategic growth across global supply chains. As Vice President of Manufacturing at Danone, he has led initiatives that blend efficiency with sustainability, while fostering strong community ties and empowering cross-functional teams. Known for his integrity, deep industry knowledge, and effective communication style, Eddie is a respected leader who brings both vision and hands-on expertise to every organization he serves.

After more than three decades as a financial consultant, I’m proud to share the story of my career journey—one that spans global markets, capital project evaluations, and an unwavering mission to strengthen American manufacturing. From Fortune 500 consulting to public speaking, I’ve learned that strategic finance can be a powerful force for transformation. Here is my biography.

Vijay Sardeshpande is a results-driven transformation leader with over two decades of experience guiding organizations through operational turnarounds, cost-saving initiatives, and large-scale process improvements. With a proven track record across aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, and IT sectors, he specializes in lean methodologies, strategic execution, and cross-functional alignment. Known for his disciplined leadership style and commitment to continuous improvement, Vijay helps companies unlock efficiency, drive sustainable growth, and build high-performing teams prepared for the future.

I'm honored to share a look into my professional journey and the values that have shaped my career in global supply chain leadership. From procurement innovation to strategic sourcing and global operations, I’ve spent over two decades building a career rooted in performance, mentorship, and impact. Here is my biography.

Mike Farmer is a visionary commercial leader with over 20 years of experience driving operational excellence, innovation, and growth in the building materials industry. As President of Commercial Operations at Builders FirstSource, he leads strategic initiatives across multi-family development, marketing, professional remodeling, and manufacturing. Known for his ability to scale operations and enhance customer experience, Mike has overseen transformative growth, including the widespread adoption of READY-FRAME® and nearly 100% business expansion at BMC. His leadership blends deep industry knowledge with a people-first mindset, shaped by an early career in human resources and fortified through executive education at Harvard and Wharton. Mike’s influence extends beyond the boardroom through his work with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and advisory roles supporting market innovation.

After three decades in the industrial supply industry—most of it spent helping teams grow, innovate, and solve big challenges—I'm excited to share my executive biography. It highlights my journey, the lessons I’ve learned, and how I hope to contribute at the board level moving forward.

James Raffaele is a transformational manufacturing leader with a proven track record of building world-class operations and driving performance across global facilities. Known for his hands-on leadership style and strategic mindset, James has led multimillion-dollar projects from concept to completion, including award-winning Greenfield developments recognized as industry benchmarks. With deep expertise in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and end-to-end operational management, he has consistently delivered measurable results in productivity, cost reduction, and quality improvement. His ability to lead interdisciplinary teams, implement standardized systems, and cultivate strong relationships with both executive leadership and union partners makes him a trusted force in driving sustainable operational excellence.

I am excited to share my executive biography, highlighting my 31 years of leadership in manufacturing, engineering, and strategic execution. My passion lies in aligning business strategy with operational excellence, optimizing processes, and mentoring high-performance teams. As I expand into board service and advisory roles, I look forward to applying my expertise in business transformation, cost optimization, and global portfolio management to new opportunities.

I am excited to share my professional journey and leadership experience spanning five decades in manufacturing, operations, and strategic growth. From driving innovation and operational excellence to leading global expansions and M&A deals, my career has been defined by transformational leadership and continuous improvement. I invite you to read more about my experience and insights—here is my biography.

Scott Keys is a seasoned manufacturing executive with over 41 years of leadership experience in the automotive industry. Known for his expertise in lean manufacturing, six sigma, and operational excellence, he has successfully led large-scale production initiatives, optimized global manufacturing footprints, and navigated complex contract negotiations. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership roles at Cooper Standard, Nisco LLC, and NSK Corporation, where he drove efficiency, process improvement, and workforce development. With extensive international experience across Japan, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and India, Scott brings a global perspective to manufacturing strategy and operations. Now retired, he seeks to leverage his wealth of industry knowledge in board and advisory roles, offering strategic insights and leadership to organizations aiming for operational excellence and sustainable growth.