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Bo Erickson

Bo Erickson

Manitowoc,WI

Summary

Versatile business leader bringing 12 years of experience in the foodservice equipment industry. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Results-oriented in business KPI achievements and M&A experience for growth and diversification.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Group President - Commercial Water Solutions

Pentair
08.2022 - Current
  • Segment Leader for a Multi Brand, $700M business unit
  • Successfully completed the acquisition of a $1.6B Manitowoc Ice business
  • Develop and implement a Long Range Business plan with focus on achieving revenue and income gains of more than 20%
  • Full P&L responsibilities for multiple business segments
  • Execution of strong M&A process

President

Manitowoc Ice, A Welbilt Company
09.2018 - 07.2022
  • Delivered growth greater than 20% over the 5 years and established record revenue targets each year with exception of 2020 (pandemic)
  • Instituted a commercial products and sales strategy that realized more than a 700 basis point improvement in EBITDA
  • Executed sourcing and operations excellence programs that saved greater than $2M annually
  • Successfully navigated the pandemic while maintaining profitability and gaining market share

VP of Sales

Manitowoc Ice, A Welbilt Company
01.2014 - 08.2018
  • Achieved growth annually within the general market and expanded our Strategic Customer based by more than 60%
  • Segmented the sales channel to protect price and allow profitable growth

Business Development Manager

Manitowoc Ice, A Welbilt Company
05.2010 - 12.2013
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within the foodservice industry to promote growth and share gain of ice machines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Marquette University
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
12.2004

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Team/Culture Building
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Portfolio Management
  • Product & Market Development
  • Employee Motivation and Performance

Additional Information

  • Collegiate Athlete
  • Youth Coach, Sponsor, and Mentor
  • Entrepreneur


Timeline

Group President - Commercial Water Solutions

Pentair
08.2022 - Current

President

Manitowoc Ice, A Welbilt Company
09.2018 - 07.2022

VP of Sales

Manitowoc Ice, A Welbilt Company
01.2014 - 08.2018

Business Development Manager

Manitowoc Ice, A Welbilt Company
05.2010 - 12.2013

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Marquette University

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