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.
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
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
Benefits:
• Thorough due diligence
• Effective negotiation
• Seamless post-merger integration
“Michael’s expertise in M&A was crucial for our successful acquisition."
- Emily Davis
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.
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.
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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