IPI - Key Persons
I enjoy the family atmosphere at IPI. There's a personal feel to working at a smaller company like IPI, where the employees are not just a number. I've worked at other companies where you rarely interact with the management and ownership, so when there's a downturn, you witness rather unengaged responses from management to layoffs, etc. I can assure the ownership at IPI is constantly engaged in the health and happiness of the employees.
I joined IPI is because of the sense of community and camaraderie the employees have. Each person here is genuinely interested in doing their best to help you do your best regardless of title, department, or position. There is a spirit of support and innovation in each department that really makes the work invigorating and meaningful. IPI is interested in the work but they are also truly interested in the person as well.
I have never worked somewhere with an environment quite like IPI. Everyone I have worked with on the project teams, and in our Greenville office, all have a true joy and love for what they do. They take the time to learn about your goals for the future, and genuinely want to help you achieve them.
Job Titles:
- MEMBER of the ADVISORY BOARD
- OWNER
My favorite aspects of IPI are working collaboratively with a great team to help clients plan and deliver their projects successfully, building and enjoying relationships with clients and team members that last decades, and providing opportunities for growth to our team members while giving back to the communities we work in.
As one of the Owners, Dennis provides leadership and operating experience to IPI. Dennis' experience, built over four decades of project work in many industries and countries, adds credibility to the services IPI delivers.
Job Titles:
- OWNER, CLIENT FOCUSED OPERATIONS
I love the feel of a small company with big capabilities and being part of something that cares about family and community as much as running a successful business. My IPI teammates are first-class individuals who make up a top-notch organization.
Doug is responsible for business development in emerging markets. He innovates manufacturing solutions and assists our valued clients in the implementation of new and improved processes. He is committed to building enduring relationships and gaining new business prospects. He is also knowledgeable and involved with Automotive SME.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Doug has over 40 years' experience in the automotive manufacturing industry. He started his career at the Honda Motorcycle plant in Marysville, OH in 1980. He was a member of the production start-up team for the first Honda automobile plant in the United States. He was also on the start-up team for the Honda East Liberty Plant paint shop where he patented the first water-base coat material system. In 1989, he started Complete Automation and deployed multiple patented systems worldwide. Doug went on to work for BMW as the Vice President of Technology to design build BMW Paint Shop. There, he served as a member of the BMW International Management team. He was also introduced to a new asynchronous production system. He assisted with various European suppliers relocated to South Carolina. Doug started Carolina-IP LLC as a passion project where he developed patented products for consumer retail with his son. In 2016, he worked on the Volkswagen Plant as the Senior Vice President of Strategy and Projects in Chattanooga, Tennessee where he was a Launch Manager for Atlas (SUV) and designed the plant concept for Electric Vehicle expansion. In 2021, he joined the Industrial Project Innovation.
IPI is such a fun work environment - everyone is energetic, creative and passionate about the work they do! I love being part of a company that is continuing to grow and do great work for our clients.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT of HUMAN RESOURCES
My favorite aspect of working at IPI is our culture and core values. Leadership supports and drives our culture and core values on a daily basis. IPI strives to create a positive environment that encourages teamwork, empowers and enables people to learn and grow and to bring out the best in our people. At IPI, our people are our greatest asset and we want to ensure they have a healthy work-life balance.
IPI is a wonderful place to work because of the people that work here. I would be excited to build any project, anywhere with this group!
Job Titles:
- MEMBER of the ADVISORY BOARD
I enjoy how engaged the IPI leadership team is, the openness and inclusiveness for all their teammates. This is the recipe for the success of the fast-growing IPI.
A place of work that is collaborative and supportive is very important to me, and that is why I chose to join the IPI family. Many opportunities for growth, guidance, and mentorship exist here, making it both a rewarding and fun place to work! The leadership here at IPI is always accessible which adds an additional element of confidence that we know where the company's future is headed.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT of PROJECT CONTROLS & ESTIMATING
I love to come to work with my friends every day. It means that even on the few bad days, I know I will have a good day or at least I will have someone to lend an ear.
One of the first things that drew me to IPI was the core value, Family & Community. Many companies espouse this value, but few actually live it. I've witnessed so many examples of IPI's support of its employees, our families, and the communities where we are located. Life is about balance…here at IPI, we work hard and play hard.
Job Titles:
- OWNER, PEOPLE and CULTURE
My favorite aspect at IPI is collaborating with extremely talented people and friends. I love that we are building a business that we can all be proud of and that supports our families.
Job Titles:
- OWNER, BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
My favorite aspect of working at IPI is that the relationships between teammates go back 40 years which makes you feel like you are part of the IPI family. Going from project to project you always bump into a familiar face. Our team members never miss a teaching moment and would rather see you swim than sink. There is enough opportunity that you can wear multiple hats. This keeps the fast paced environment as challenging as you want it to be. I love watching our culture drive business. It is also rewarding when clients want IPI's teams back on their projects.
Job Titles:
- Director of PreConstruction
I really enjoy working at IPI because of the family environment and talented teammates who support each other on and off the jobsite.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Business Operations
My favorite aspect of working at IPI is having the opportunity to work for an organization that performs large, complex projects while retaining the family feel of a small business.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT of PROJECT SUCCESS
My favorite aspect of working at IPI is that it offers a family atmosphere that makes working hard, fun.
Job Titles:
- CORPORATE SAFETY DIRECTOR
I'm fortunate to work with a supremely talented group of individuals who love what they do and support one another. Their passion for, and commitment to the safety of the men and women on our projects is admirable and makes my job that much more rewarding.
Job Titles:
- MEMBER of the ADVISORY BOARD
IPI is a great company with an outstanding culture, people commitment and integrity in doing business. Seeing the ownership, customer orientation and teamwork demonstrated by the IPI team is truly exciting. I believe that IPI has built a strong organization that can grow and prosper for the long term. I am honored to be a part of the IPI team.