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Sean James P.Eng.

Gimli,MB

Summary

Strategic executive with over 13 years of leadership experience in complex, dynamic environments, specializing in engineering, operational excellence, and business transformation. Proven track record in delivering substantial organizational improvements, managing large-scale projects, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships within regulated industries. Committed to community development through the founding and support of youth mentorship and sports programs.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Chief Operating Officer

ECBVerdyol
7 2020 - Current
  • Spearheaded strategic realignment, resulting in 100% profit increase within 18 months through operational excellence and Lean methodologies
  • Manage direct team of 9 (Sales, Business Development, Accounting, Logistics and Procurement, R and D and Funding, and Operational Leaders), overseeing total staff of 80+, with full P&L and Balance Sheet accountability and associated budgeting, and metrics
  • Formulated strategic plans aligning with overall company vision; setting achievable short and long-term goals to drive growth and profitability
  • Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies
  • Enhanced company reputation by establishing strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits

Chief Operating Officer

Myrowich Staffing Agency
6 2023 - Current
  • Led strategic leadership and oversight, driving agency’s mission to connect qualified Ukrainian professionals with Manitoba companies
  • Structured organization to enable placement of over 200 UA New Canadians
  • Enhanced recruitment and workforce solutions, ensuring top-tier talent placement across various industries.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings
  • Formulated strategic plans aligning with overall company vision; setting achievable short and long-term goals to drive growth and profitability

Vice President of Engineering and Special Projects

Cypher Environmental Ltd.
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Orchestrated tenfold increase in manufacturing output, reduced COGS by 28% through strategic vendor management and Lean initiatives
  • Directed global technology installations and R&D, managing relationships with international distributors and government entities
  • Collaborated with international distribution base on strategic initiatives, translating vision into actions that enhanced global reach and operational efficiencies
  • Worked with governments to established effective collaborations with government officials and agencies to align corporate operations with legislative frameworks and secure necessary approvals.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into existing products or development of new offerings
  • Developed strategic partnerships with vendors, reducing production costs and improving overall supply chain efficiency
  • Led development of innovative product designs, resulting in successful market launches and increased revenue

Process Improvement Specialist

Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
11.2013 - 08.2018
  • Identified, Led, and Implemented Business Engineering Improvement Projects totaling $30M+ in measured increase to bottom line
  • Worked directly with 65+ P and L's to integrate business units and operations, while increasing net profits
  • Managed and led critical capital projects, overseeing all stages from planning to execution, within budget ($3M) and timeline constraints
  • Implemented cross-functional initiatives to standardize operations, yielding substantial increases in production without additional labor or infrastructure costs
  • Enhanced labor relations within multi-P and L environment, navigating complex negotiations to ensure project delivery and operational continuity.
  • Managed project timelines effectively, ensuring timely completion of critical process improvements without sacrificing quality or scope
  • Championed Lean Six Sigma methodologies, driving company-wide adoption and fostering culture of continuous improvement

Director of Engineering

Cypher Environmental Ltd.
08.2012 - 11.2013
  • Partnered with President in strategic planning and technical management, significantly expanding global distributor base (4X) and enhancing market presence
  • Recruited, trained, and led technical team, instilling culture of innovation and continuous improvement, pivotal in achieving company’s strategic goals
  • Led and Directed key initiatives in research and development efforts that resulted in innovative sustainable technologies being developed and successfully brought to market, recognized through invitations to present at 23rd World Mining Congress and Green Mining Forum and white papers
  • Implemented Lean manufacturing principles in production facility design, optimizing creation of sustainable technologies and reinforcing operational sustainability.
  • Took ownership of assigned department-wide projects, presenting regular updates to senior leadership on progress and status

Education

Executive MBA -

University of Fredericton
Online
12.2023 - Current

MBA -

University of Manitoba Asper School of Business
Winnipeg, MB

MBA -

University of New Brunswick, Saint John
Saint John, NB

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification + Capstone -

PEX Process Excellence Network
Online

Continuum Management: Integrating Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints -

University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Engineering And Engineering Professional Development
Madison, Wi

Lean Design Certification -

Huthwaite Innovation Institute, Management Consultants
Online

BSc., Forest Engineering -

University of New Brunswick, Fredericton
Fredericton, NB

Skills

Planning and execution

Strategic Planning

Operations Oversight

Executive Leadership

Organizational Development

Financial Management

Publications

  • Top 10 Inspiring COO’s of 2023, Industry Era Magazine, 10/30/2023
  • Top 40 Under 40, Top 100 Professionals Magazine, 08/31/2023
  • Capillary rise experiment to assess effectiveness of an enzyme soil stabilizer, National Research Council Press (co-Author), 10/01/2017
  • Surface Mining and EarthZyme Soil Stabilizer, Surface Mining Association For Research & Development (SMART), 10/17/2013
  • EarthZyme - Paving a New Way For Haul Road Construction, World Mining Congress, 08/13/2013
  • Transitioning From Municipal to Mining Water Remediation, 15th Mining Industry Learning Seminar: Water & Mining; University of Alberta, 06/17/2013
  • Future in Mining: Haul Road Stabilization and Dust Suppression, Canadian Institute of Mining Technical Talk: Fort McMurry, 10/17/2012

Volunteer Experience

  • Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, Executive Member Mastermind Group, 03/2023, Present
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters Youth Mentorship Program for Selkirk/Interlake, Founder and President of the Board, 08/2022, Present
  • Gimli Minor Hockey Association, Board Member, 07/2022, 2024
  • Youth Boxing Gimli Recenter, Founder and Coach, 05/2022, Present
  • Transportation Association of Canada, Regulatory Committees Member, 08/2019, 06/2020
  • Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientist Saint John Branch, Vice Chair, 11/2017, 08/2018
  • Health and Wellness Committee, Cooke Aquaculture Inc., Committee Member, 06/2017, 08/2018

Timeline

Executive MBA -

University of Fredericton
12.2023 - Current

Vice President of Engineering and Special Projects

Cypher Environmental Ltd.
08.2018 - 06.2020

Process Improvement Specialist

Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
11.2013 - 08.2018

Director of Engineering

Cypher Environmental Ltd.
08.2012 - 11.2013

Chief Operating Officer

ECBVerdyol
7 2020 - Current

Chief Operating Officer

Myrowich Staffing Agency
6 2023 - Current

MBA -

University of Manitoba Asper School of Business

MBA -

University of New Brunswick, Saint John

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification + Capstone -

PEX Process Excellence Network

Continuum Management: Integrating Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints -

University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Engineering And Engineering Professional Development

Lean Design Certification -

Huthwaite Innovation Institute, Management Consultants

BSc., Forest Engineering -

University of New Brunswick, Fredericton

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