KENNETH MARKS
Operations Executive
Lafayette,LA
Summary
GLOBAL OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE
Board Governance & Strategic Oversight | Manufacturing Oversight | Global Supply Chain & Distribution
Strategic Acquisitions | International Operations & Market Expansion | Lean Six Sigma Implementation
Visionary executive with 40 years of expertise in oil and gas chemical treating, complemented by extensive board leadership
experience. Proven ability to evaluate, formulate, and monitor treatment processes for crude oil, natural gas, and water,
ensuring marketable commodities and sustainable wastewater solutions. Recognized for advancing strategic direction,
operational efficiency, and organizational growth within highly technical, regulated environments.
Seasoned board leader with 18+ years of governance experience, driving financial oversight, organizational strategy, and risk
management initiatives. Adept at aligning operational objectives with long-term goals to ensure sustainable growth and
impactful outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE, Board of Trustees, The Bayou Church
01.2006 - Current
- Providing strategic oversight and governance for the church’s operational, financial, and community engagement initiatives
- Collaborating to develop and implement policies that drive organizational success and sustainability
- Oversaw budget allocation and financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and effective resource utilization
- Spearheaded leadership development initiatives to enhance organizational impact and foster a collaborative culture
- Key Contributions: Advised on operational decisions that optimized resource management and community outreach
- Played a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and long-term goals
- Enhanced governance standards, fostering transparency and accountability across organizational practices.
Executive Advisor | Business Development Manager
Jacam Catalyst / ProFlow Solutions
01.2021 - 05.2024
- 155M leading manufacturer and service provider of oilfield chemicals as third largest US oilfield production chemical company
- Served as a strategic advisor and business development leader, driving growth initiatives in the Gulf of Mexico and Gulf Coast regions
- Played a critical role in identifying market gaps, enhancing technical capabilities, and securing new opportunities
- Led acquisition efforts and integration activities to expand market share while fostering stakeholder relationships to optimize operations and improve customer satisfaction
- Increased potential annual earnings by 25% through targeted development initiatives by identifying gaps, formulating new strategies, focusing on client relations, and securing new opportunities
- Enhanced market share by 15% within first year post-acquisition by facilitating procurement of ProFlow, negotiating terms, conducting due diligence, and coordinating integration efforts
- Secured multi-million dollar opportunities by closing technical gaps, securing third-party services, and transitioning to in-house staff, enabling company bidding and plant trials
- Generated $12M in annual revenue within two years by recruiting key personnel, completing the strategic acquisition, and securing Gulf of Mexico Deepwater customers to establish an offshore industry presence.
Vice President of Operations
KENNETH MARKS
05.2016 - 01.2020
- Flowchem – Dorf Ketal (Acquired Flowchem) $1.5B global chemical manufacturing and supply company specializing in the treatment of opportunity crude oil
- Directed global operations for a specialty chemicals company, overseeing supply chain logistics, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance across North America, Canada, and Mexico
- Developed and implemented strategies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and increase profitability while driving product innovation and managing a cross-functional team
- Ensured successful operational transitions during mergers and acquisitions
- Enhanced team performance metrics by 30% over one year, achieving 100% deadline compliance by directing, and developing teams, setting targets, implementing training, and monitoring KPIs
- Reduced 20% of operational costs through process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and implementing strategic planning that resulted in optimized efficiency and productivity
- Elevated market share by 50% within five years through introducing four catalyzed triazine products and natural gas treating services, establishing industry recognition
- Retained 85% of key personnel during a three-year transition period, ensuring seamless business operations continuity through comprehensive employment agreements
- Doubled forecasted results by managing the transition of operational processes during the merger of two companies, deploying departmental resources, maintaining morale, and tracking KPIs
- Managed P&L in suppressed industry sector conditions by controlling expenditures, negotiating costs, and fostering growth globally, earning new contracts, and reducing expenses.
Founder | President
Smith International ChemTech | Champion Technologies | Coastal Fluid Technologies, Inc, Keystone, Chemical, Majestic Oilfield Chemicals
05.2004 - 06.2016
- Founded and led Flowchem Technologies, transforming it into a leading treating chemicals provider with $28M in annual revenue
- Directed all aspects of the business, including manufacturing, supply chain logistics, fleet operations, and international market expansion
- Focused on innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction to build a competitive and sustainable organization, including a full-scale Analytical Laboratory Led 40-member team to generate $28M in annual income by driving strategy, business development, and operations across North America, Canada, and Mexico, increasing profitability
- Increased sales by $10M in two years by directing cross-functional teams through development, marketing, and sales, successfully launching the “Best in Class” products
- Improved profits by 50% and market position within five years by launching a new treating chemical provider, assembling a start-up team, and preparing a customer base for Flowchem Technologies
- Superior Chemical Company
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BS)DEGREE - Business Administration; Management
University of Southwestern Louisiana
Skills
- Profit & Loss International Operations Budgeting & Portfolio Management Manufacturing Technical Support
- Regulatory Compliance Supply Chain Lean Six Sigma Market Analysis & Intelligence Change Management
- Global Team Leadership Technology Strategy Development Continuous Improvement Mergers & Acquisitions
- Product Innovation & Development Technical Sales Risk Assessments Safety Management Resource Allocation
- Customer Interfacing Contract Management Customer Relationship Management Strategic Planning & Execution
- Business Development Human Resources Management Conflict Resolution Project Management Talent
- Development
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Calm under pressure
Organization and time management
Decision-making
Problem resolution
Verbal communication
Active listening
Organizational skills
Interests
Lafayette, LA – Open to Travel, Remote, Hybrid & On-site
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CulturePaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k matchPaid sick leaveTimeline
Executive Advisor | Business Development Manager
Jacam Catalyst / ProFlow Solutions
01.2021 - 05.2024
Vice President of Operations
KENNETH MARKS
05.2016 - 01.2020
LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE, Board of Trustees, The Bayou Church
01.2006 - Current
Founder | President
Smith International ChemTech | Champion Technologies | Coastal Fluid Technologies, Inc, Keystone, Chemical, Majestic Oilfield Chemicals
05.2004 - 06.2016
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BS)DEGREE - Business Administration; Management
University of Southwestern Louisiana
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