Bob Braun
Reedsville,Wisconsin
Summary
Versatile business leader bringing 46 years of experience as an accomplished foundry professional. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in collaborating with customers to successfully design and supply high quality complex castings in a wide variety of markets.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
President-Foundry
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co
07.2019 - Current
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Led successful merger negotiations, resulting in expanded market share and increased profitability.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
V.P. Engineering
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co
08.1998 - 07.2019
- Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
V.P Manufacturing
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co
09.1992 - 08.1998
- Helped to guide the organization through challenging times after the loss of previous leaders
- Instilled a "team" approach to lead the operation
- Assisted in hiring key professionals to join the team that ensured continued growth
Machinist, Engineer, Chief Engineer
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co
12.1977 - 08.1992
Education
No Degree - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
UW-Manitowoc County
Manitowoc, WIHigh School Diploma -
Reedsville High School
Reedsville, WISkills
- Technical aptitude
- Excellent communicator
- Strong leadership skills
- Successful motivator
- Excellent problem solving skills
Timeline
President-Foundry
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co
07.2019 - Current
V.P. Engineering
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co
08.1998 - 07.2019
V.P Manufacturing
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co
09.1992 - 08.1998
Machinist, Engineer, Chief Engineer
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co
12.1977 - 08.1992
No Degree - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
UW-Manitowoc County
High School Diploma -
Reedsville High School
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