Gregory Gawne
Summary
A dynamic leader with a proven track record at New Rubber Technology Inc., I excel in strategic planning and organizational leadership. Spearheading innovation and driving business growth, I've adeptly managed crises and fostered a culture of collaboration. My expertise in business development and integrity has consistently enhanced operational excellence and team cohesion.
Talented President with excellent employee development, customer service and analytics skills coupled with more than 35 years of experience. Comfortable giving engaging presentations to clients to drive new business, expand accounts and establish brand profile. Excellent team builder and leader of initiatives.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
President /General Manager
New Rubber Technology Inc.
08.2020 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts, attracting top-tier talent to build a high-performing team.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
Senior Vice President, Operations
AgMedica Bio Science
01.2017 - 07.2020
- Championed innovation within the organization, promoting creative thinking and problem-solving techniques to drive business growth.
- Implemented risk management strategies to minimize potential losses and protect company assets.
- Oversaw budget development and management, ensuring financial stability through cost control measures.
- Mentored junior team members by providing guidance on professional development opportunities and career growth paths.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms while maintaining quality standards.
- Collaborated with sales teams to develop strategies for driving revenue increases while maintaining operational excellence.
- Directed cross-functional teams for successful project completion, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.
- Established performance metrics and KPIs to monitor progress, ensuring continuous improvement in operations.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Supported Executive Team in reviewing, identifying, and prioritizing strategic initiatives.
- Established performance goals for department and outlined processes for achievement.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
Executive Vice President of Business Development
Total Energy
04.2010 - 12.2016
- Formed senior leadership team through rigorous interviews and extensive candidate research.
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across departments.
- Managed risk effectively by implementing robust policies and procedures designed to mitigate potential threats to the business.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints, contributing to overall company success.
- Established a clear vision for organizational growth while developing actionable plans to achieve both short-term and long-term objectives.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Worked closely with the North American Greenhouse Industry to develop a biomass feed stream for (CHP), also know as cogeneration, produces both electricity and thermal energy on-site.
- The deployment of CHP was driven by several factors, decrease energy costs, enhance energy resiliency, reduce risk from uncertain energy prices, and to increase economic competitiveness within horticulture.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
Education
MBA - Management, Marketing, And Operations Management
Ball State
Muncie, Indiana01.2016
No Degree - Professional Energy Manager
North Carolina State
North Carolina04.2015
No Degree - Management And Productivity
George S. May Company
01.2000
No Degree - Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma Green Belt
01.1992
Skills
- Leadership Team Building
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Operational Excellence
- Integrity and ethics
- Employee Relations
- Crisis Management
- Business Development
- Staff Training
- Profitability Optimization
- Relationship and Team Building
- Management Team Leadership
- Innovative and Visionary
- People and Culture
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
President /General Manager
New Rubber Technology Inc.
08.2020 - Current
Senior Vice President, Operations
AgMedica Bio Science
01.2017 - 07.2020
Executive Vice President of Business Development
Total Energy
04.2010 - 12.2016
MBA - Management, Marketing, And Operations Management
Ball State
No Degree - Professional Energy Manager
North Carolina State
No Degree - Management And Productivity
George S. May Company
No Degree - Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma Green Belt