Expert Details
Industrials and Information Technology
ID: 732495
Massachusetts, USA
He specializes in the broader industrials sector with expertise in automotive and other manufacturing industries.
Expert utilizes his broad analytical experience to gather competitive intelligence on companies. Using the highest ethical standards developed by industry groups, he is capable of developing insights into a company's strategy, manufacturing infrastructure, and operating costs. He can develop layouts of plants and build process maps. He can do this for privately held companies as well.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 1998 | Degree: MS | Subject: Engineering Management | Institution: University of Bridgeport |
| Year: 1994 | Degree: MBA | Subject: International Management | Institution: International University of Japan |
| Year: 1987 | Degree: BS | Subject: Pulp and paper engineering | Institution: Indian Institute of Technology |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: 2004 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Chief Consultant | Department: |
Responsibilities:He provides services in market research and business intelligence. This entails end-to-end analysis of the building materials supply chain (products include bricks/masonry, cabinets/countertops, decking, dimensional/engineered lumber, doors, trims, fasteners, flashing, tapes, insulation, millwork, molding, stairs, plywood, under flooring, sheathing, railing, roofing, siding, trusses, wallboard, ceilings, weather barriers, and windows/patio doors) to identify investment and value creation options for product manufacturers and distributors as well as homebuilders. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2001 to 2004 | Employer: CHARLES RIVER ASSOCIATES | Title: Senior Associate | Department: Consulting |
Responsibilities:Expert consulted with senior level management at Fortune 500 companies. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1998 to 2001 | Employer: KLINE & COMPANY | Title: Industry Manager | Department: Consulting |
Responsibilities:He consulted with senior level management at Fortune 500 companies with a focus on markets, customer-centric growth strategies, and market positioning. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1994 to 1997 | Employer: SEALED AIR CORPORATION | Title: Product Manager | Department: Technology |
Responsibilities:Expert assisted with the launch of new products in Japan, South Korea, and Hong Kong. |
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International Experience
| Years | Country / Region | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Years: 1992 to 1997 | Country / Region: Japan, East Asia | Summary: Received MBA in Japan and worked in the Tokyo office of Sealed Air Corporation responsible for Japan, South Korea, and Hong Kong. |
Additional Experience
| Marketing Experience |
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| While operating his business as a consultant, Expert has also lent his expertise to startups. This has enabled him to sharpen his skill base in online marketing, including social media. He is well versed in social media marketing, online advertising, outreach to bloggers, and search engine optimization. |
| Other Relevant Experience |
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| While employing his unique combination of professional experience and skills to advise senior management on strategies, Expert has also sharpened his skills as a project manager. He has led teams of executives and analysts to conduct analyses, formulate strategies, and execute strategic plans. |
Language Skills
| Language | Proficiency |
|---|---|
| English | Native |
| Japanese | Intermediate |
Fields of Expertise
plastics business intelligence, industry, business model, due diligence, Japanese business, distribution channel, consumer survey, fluoropolymer marketing, garbage bag, competitive intelligence, fenestration (architecture), chemical industry market research, protective packaging material, polyphenylene sulfide, polymer additive, industrial benchmarking, engineering thermoplastic, alkaline battery