Strategic Leadership to Drive EBITDA and Operational Efficiency

Interim, Fractional, or Full-Time Expertise to Increase Efficiency, Lower Costs, and Strengthen Management Teams

Why Michael Durham?

Proven Leadership: Over two decades of experience as a CEO/COO driving operational excellence and strategic growth.

Track Record of Success: Led successful turnarounds, M&A activities, and growth initiatives across various industries.

Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the industrial & manufacturing industries, with a proven ability to drive growth.

Educational Background: MBA from Harvard Business School, Engineering degree from NC State University.

Hands-On Approach: A practical and results-driven approach that delivers measurable outcomes.

About Michael Durham

Michael is a highly accomplished C-suite executive with a proven track record in both corporate and entrepreneurial environments. As the Founder and CEO of Sedgefield Advisors, he provides strategic leadership assessments, talent acquisition, and business advisement, specializing in improving company operations, organizational effectiveness, and long-term strategic direction. His clients include public, private, and private equity-backed companies across various industries.

Michael’s expertise spans general management, P&L oversight, marketing, and sales, with a focus on global consulting. He has successfully guided companies in the U.S., Mexico, Europe, India, China, and Thailand, taking a granular approach to business strategy and execution. Known for his ability to simplify complex business challenges, Michael helps clients accelerate top-line growth and enhance overall performance.

He holds an industrial engineering degree and an MBA from Harvard Business School, credentials that complement his hands-on experience in leadership roles. Michael has led numerous mergers and acquisitions, co-founding Burlington Technologies and overseeing the acquisition of several companies, including Verelli, Royal Park, and Bentex. His strategic leadership has resulted in quadrupled sales and doubled EBITDA in previous ventures.

In addition to his executive roles, Michael serves as a valued board advisor, bringing expertise in evaluating and recommending improvements in strategy, acquisitions, and operations. He has held senior leadership positions at Global Textile Alliance, Burlington Technologies, Tietex International, Burlington Industries, and The Procter & Gamble Company, earning a reputation for driving growth and operational excellence.

My Services

Explore our comprehensive range of professional services today.

Fractional

CXO (CEO/COO)

Providing interim and part-time leadership to drive your business forward.

Benefits:


• Access to high-level expertise without long-term commitment


• Strategic leadership and operational efficiency

• Development of leadership team

"Michael transformed our leadership team and operational processes, driving significant improvements." - John Doe

Turnaround

Consulting for

PE Firms

Identifying and fixing issues related to the engine, including tune-ups.

Benefits:


• Optimizing portfolio company performance and driving value creation

• Evaluation and structuring of Leadership team(s)

“Michael’s turnaround strategies significantly improved our portfolio company’s performance." - Alan Brown

Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory

Comprehensive support for successful M&A transactions.

Benefits:


• Thorough due diligence


• Effective negotiation


• Seamless post-merger integration

“Michael’s expertise in M&A was crucial for our successful acquisition."

- Emily Davis

What our Customer are Saying

CASE STUDIES

Case Study 1:
Turnaround of Burlington Technologies

Situation: Burlington Technologies faced low EBITDA and operational inefficiencies.

Obstacle: Complex product lines and high SG&A costs.

Action: Implemented product line rationalization, streamlined.

Result: Increased EBITDA to 15%, grew the business to $50M in annual turnover, and managed two manufacturing facilities.

Case Study 2:
Sustainability and

Circularity Program

Situation: A client in the textile industry needed to differentiate in a competitive market.

Obstacle: Developing a sustainability program to attract environmentally conscious customers.

Action: Developed a Sustainability and Circularity program with over 35% recycled content and established a reclaim program.

Result: Positioned the client as a

sustainability leader, leading to a successful product category launch and enhanced brand reputation.

Case Study 3:
Strategic Shift at Public Imaging Company

Situation: A public imaging company was experiencing stagnation in business valuation.

Obstacle: Needed to pivot the business model from services to products.

Action: Crafted a comprehensive go-to-market strategy, shifting focus to product sales.

Result: Increased business valuation by 180%, enhancing market competitiveness.

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