ASSEMBLIES - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Vice President Sales, Eastern Region
Having over 20 years playing in the contract packaging and manufacturing space I bring a wealth of project management and solutions experience to the table. With a dynamic approach, together we will accomplish solutions to your challenges and bring your product to market. From my experience, I've learned that in our industry constant communication is integral to a successful program. Flawless execution, speed to market, on time and on budget are the goals and the approach is simple; the customer is king.
Born and raised in New York City I have a degree in Business Management and now live on Long Island with my wife and 3 children. Spending time with family, tennis, golf and following all sports keep me busy.
Job Titles:
- Project Manager, Western Region
I'm passionate about helping people find the best solutions for their projects. I am an analytical thinker that focuses on the details to ensure customers are heard and we can execute their vision for their products.
Since graduating with Bachelor's Degree in International Business from Cal Poly Pomona in 2009, I've had several roles in operations management, project management, and product management and I have 4 year's of experience working in the packaging industry. I am excited to be working with Assemblies Unlimited, Inc as a Project Manager focusing on helping customers big and small with their contract packaging, contract manufacturing and fulfillment needs.
I bring 30+ years of administrative experience at the executive level to our Midwest corporate office. My years of corporate experience, coupled with my customer service skills, have proven extremely effective in helping to drive organizational success. I am here to keep our office running smoothly and to ensure our customers are placed in the right hands. I hold a MBA degree in business administration from Keller Graduate School of Management. Chances are, when you call the office I will answer the phone, so please be sure to say hello!
When I'm not in the office, I enjoy competitive bowling, dining out, red wines, outings with my family, and have an absolute love for rock n roll!
I have been with Assemblies Unlimited for several years and have an extensive background in the paper and packaging industry. I studied hotel restaurant management at Southern Illinois University and spend a few years working in the industry. I spent 11 years with The Newark Group which was a fully integrated global manufacture of paperboard. After that I worked with Rock-Tenn for 4years and was responsible for their industrial packaging division. Assemblies Unlimited has allowed me to use my background to provide packaging solutions to all customers for both primary and secondary packaging solutions, including material sourcing and full project management.
In my spare time outside of work I enjoy coaching my daughters soccer team and going to local street festivals and trying new restaurants in the city.
After graduating from Michigan State University in 2016 with a degree in Supply Chain Management, I began my professional career in the commodities industry selling chemical fertilizer. I got an up close view of the importance of getting products to customers in a timely manner, and also gained experience managing a territory and building relationships with a wide range of buyers.
I look forward to applying this experience with Assemblies Unlimited as a project manager. I am a big visual person and love watching things come to life and look forward to helping meet and execute the needs of customers on a variety of different projects.
In my free time I like to play golf, seek out new music, and try out new restaurants in downtown Chicago.
I enjoy sales and project management and have been involved in several successful product launches for small, medium and large tier customers. I enjoy taking initiative and getting involved in every facet of a project to make sure everything runs smoothly. I pride myself facilitating good communication and keeping customers well informed so they can make the best decisions regarding their projects. I try to be a "big picture" guy for your project focusing on how I can make sure that all details are successfully managed correctly and on-time.
I graduated from NIU in 2006 with a Bachelor's degree in English. I started my career in technology/ IT sales and after several years, then joined Assemblies in 2012.
Over the last 30 years I have strived to build a culture in our company of unmatched responsiveness, seamless project management and a great customer experience. It is my goal that each customer feels like they can depend on us to execute their custom project to the fullest by being responsive, accessible and good communicators. These are qualities that many companies pursue but few attain. I believe we have assembled the greatest project and supply-chain managers in the packaging business with the number one goal that we meet or exceed our promises to our valued clients. We all love what we do at Assemblies Unlimited and hope you feel our passion for serving you.
Born and raised in Mt. Prospect, IL, I have a Business Management degree from Northern Illinois University. I have sold for several large public companies such as Illinois Tool Works (ITW) and Molex. Subsequently I worked for a large Electronics Rep firm based in Skokie, IL before starting Assemblies Unlimited in 1993.
Job Titles:
- Director of Project Management
After 13 years in higher education, I have made the career change to Assemblies Unlimited. I enjoy working in a team environment, and recognizing potential issues before they arise. I am an attentive listener in search of creative results to meet both customer and business needs.
I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a bachelor's degree in Business Management. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, snowboarding and playing golf.
Job Titles:
- Sales Manager, Western Region
I have been in the Contract Packaging and Project Management field for over 20 years and have secured many large national contracts for full turnkey services. I enjoy working very closely with clients to assure ease of business and transitions into their Contract Packaging goals. I also have a very knowledgeable base for Product Development to include Formulations and Flavoring profiles for the Nutritional and supplement industries as well as Health and Beauty. I am big picture guy with the aim to help you through every aspect of your product from inception to completion.
I graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a minor in Business.
I am a Project Manager with over 15 years experience who values collaboration, responsiveness, and team building. I believe in an open line of communication between clients, customers, and businesses to get projects completed efficiently. I believe this process directly contributes to the overall customer experience and streamlines expectations. I am experienced in management, team building, professional development, strategic implementation, and company collaboration. Problem solver with hustle DNA, I strive to go above and beyond in every aspect of my life and am willing to go the extra mile to ensure excellence.
I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a bachelor's degree in Communications. I'm happily married to my beautiful wife since 2009 and am a father of two girls. I look forward to taking my girls on adventures and making them smile. My family and friends come first and I am willing do anything for them no matter what. In my free time enjoy golfing, gaming, biking, and building stuff with my hands.