SUMMARY
Extensive turnaround/crisis management, manufacturing, distribution, and operations experience. Demonstrated effectiveness managing multiple companies, divisions and projects. Proven ability to build proactive teams, resolve complex issues, and cultivate positive relationships, inside and outside the organization. Recognized for decisive leadership, problem solving and dedication to delivering the highest standards of performance and operational effectiveness. Excellent communication, negotiation, motivational, and organizational skills.
- Board Level Experience
- P & L Management
- Change Management
- Turnaround Management
- Leadership & Development
- Consulting & Restructuring
- Marketing & Sales Expertise
- Kaizen/ISO/QMS Programs
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2008-present
President, Zephyr Management, LLC – Minneapolis, MN
- Management consulting and board representation
2008-present
Co-founder and President, RSR Electric, LLC – St. Paul, MN
- Electrical contractor dba Highland Electric
2007-present
President, Minnesota Elevator, Inc. – Mankato, MN
- 2007 Upper Midwest Turnaround Management Association
2001-2006
Management Consultant – Minneapolis, MN
- Interim C-level positions, assessment, planning and execution for over 100 businesses
2000-2001
Regional VP, Dental Services Group, Minneapolis, MN
- Responsible for dental labs in Minnesota and Toronto
1999-2000
General Manager, STI Plastics/CR Mfg – Minneapolis, MN
- Plastic injection molding manufacturer, sold in 2000
1995-1999
Product Manager, General Pump – St. Paul, MN
- $40 MM high pressure pump importer from Italy
1991-1995
Plant Manager Graco, Inc. – Minneapolis, MN
- $400MM pump and paint system manufacturer
1988-1991
Manufacturing Engineer, World Aerospace, Inc. – Maple Grove, MN
- $20MM aerospace component manufacturer
BOARD AFFILIATION
2010 – Present
Highland Business Association
St. Paul, MN
2010 – Present
Thin Film Technology
Mankato, MN
2008 – Present
Minnesota Elevator, Inc.
Mankato, MN
2008 – Present
Mereen-Johnson Machine Company
- 2005 Upper Midwest Turnaround Management Association winner
Minneapolis, MN
2005 – Present
Turnaround Management Association
Upper Midwest Chapter, Minneapolis, MN
2002 – Present
Technology Department
U of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND
2003 – 2005
Thurston Manufacturing Company
Thurston, NE
CONTACT INFORMATION
18460 Gladstone Blvd, Suite 100
Maple Grove, Minnesota 55311
612.910.6147
rlowenberg@bizedgeusa.com