Synopsys – Global Product Manager & Business Development (2022–Present)
- Reignited growth in virtual prototyping solutions by repackaging and repricing SaaS solutions after multi-year stagnation to grow bookings by 20% two years in a row
- Managed product roadmap to enhance workflow and add $3 million to pipeline
- Managed worldwide channel partners and strategy to increase profitability by 40%
- Presented a webinar on EVs that became #1 performing marketing asset worldwide
- Rewrote marketing materials, presentations and product datasheets for more impact
- Spearheaded alignment between GTM channels, engineering and marketing: first to use “Next Gen” sales for automated marketing campaigns and back-office support
- Sponsored multi-million-dollar donation as Ambassador to Kettering University
MBExperts, Inc. – Co-Founder (2017–2021, halted by COVID restrictions)
- Led IP development, patent pending, regulatory strategy, and go-to-market planning
- Incorporated medical device company in Canada and the USA
- Prepared for FDA Class II device regulatory approval
- Pitched across North American startup ecosystems (UC Berkeley, MassChallenge, investors at NYC Belgian Consulate and in Boston)
- Earned acceptance into the Biomedical Zone at the DMZ Incubator (Toronto, Canada)
Autodesk GmbH – EMEA Channel Strategy Lead (2015–2016)
- Optimized partner network in high-growth regions, driving double-digit revenue increases
- Acted as customer advocate for future product development
ZF Friedrichshafen – Global Account Manager (2013–2015)
- Managed $500 million in automotive business across Europe, USA, and China
- Led audit that recovered $1.5 million and reversed service part losses into 20% profit margin
FOOKE USA – Western Hemisphere Business Development Director (2011–2013)
- Launched US subsidiary of German parent
- Opened $7.5 million at new logos within 1.5 years at aerospace manufacturing and automotive design studios
- Built reseller and service networks across the Americas
- Introduced digital marketing and social media channels for market awareness campaigns
- Reported to Board of Directors
Witzenmann USA – R&D Supervisor (2006–2011)
- Delivered unparalleled 100% on-site success working at 10 customer proving grounds
- Supported sales, led technical presentations and training for OEM clients
Tenneco, Inc. – Systems Integration Leader (2003–2006)
- Founded and led new department in validation, test and measurement for durability simulations, and physical and acoustics testing
HBK (nCode) – Sales/Account Management (2001–2003)
- Opened first engineering software business in Mexico
- Delivered technical demos and training in Spanish
🎓 Education
M.Eng. of Biomedical Engineering
Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Germany
- Thesis: TENS Device Development & Gait Analysis
- Special Project: 3D Printer Build & Optimization
B.S. Mechanical Engineering
Kettering University, Flint, MI
- Thesis: Finite Element Analysis of Human Eye & Contact Lens, Pass with Distinction at CIBAVision/Novartis
- Foreign Study: Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain, taught 100% in Spanish
B.A. Spanish
Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA
Technical Product Management: An Introduction, Skillsoft
Product Management, Universidad de Palermo, Argentina
Google Digital Marketing and eCommerce certificate, Google
Lean Product Development certificate, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
🏅 Athletic Distinctions
UltraMX515 Zacatecas, Mexico; IRONMAN® Vichy, France; Detroit Free Press Marathon
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