Charles Carrigan
Concord,OH
Summary
Dynamic Executive Director with extensive experience at Ohio Blowpipe Company, excelling in strategic planning and team leadership. Proven track record in optimizing operational workflows and enhancing compliance. Hands-on experience in pneumatic conveying and design and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Ohio Blowpipe Company
11.1984 - 10.2025
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Managed a diverse team of fabricators and installers fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms while adhering to budgetary constraints.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Optimized operational workflows, reducing overhead costs and maximizing resource allocation.
- Excellent multi-tasking and decision making skills.
- Many promotions using leadership skills and managerial experience.
- Expert in air and trim systems and pneumatic conveying of scrap and pollution systems for 41 years.
- Twenty of those years as a master mechanic; twenty one years in sales and engineering of these pneumatic conveying systems.
- Traveled the country for fabrications, then sales and engineering of projects.
- Analysis expert on any issues related to pneumatic conveying.
Manager
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
08.1979 - 11.1984
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Olmsted High School
North Olmsted, OH11-1984
Skills
- Community engagement
- Program management
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Innovation and creativity
- Compliance and regulations
- Consulting
- Vendor relations
- Negotiation
- Team leadership, training, and development
- Executive leadership
- Process improvements
Timeline
Executive Director
Ohio Blowpipe Company
11.1984 - 10.2025
Manager
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
08.1979 - 11.1984
High School Diploma -
North Olmsted High School