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Richard Hetherington

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Summary

A proven leader with a record of being self-motivated and capable of resolving tough issues while financially turning losses into profit. A team player with integrity, dedication and pride of service. Extensive top-level management experience with a proven growth oriented company that includes both organic and acquisitions. Extensive experience in meeting and exceeding goals by maximizing synergies across all departments. Ability to link Operations and Sales to provide superior products and services while exceeding customer expectations and meeting shareholder goals.


Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

President/Founder

M2LR Inc.
10.2014 - Current
  • Company Overview: Consulting firm in the Building Products space; specializing in all aspects of production, distribution, installation and sales of windows, doors and millwork
  • Providing financial institutions insight into Windows, Door and Millwork manufacturing and operations
  • Enterprise growth and strategy; Manufacturing benchmarking/ KPI services
  • Consulting and training services; Supply chain and product rationalization
  • Successful projects with medium and large-scale Window & Door manufactures and Millwork and Engineered Lumber processors.
  • Purchased three local business units for consolidation, sales growth, ROI improvement and then divesture.
  • Consulting firm in the Building Products space; specializing in all aspects of production, distribution, installation and sales of windows, doors and millwork

CEO / Owner

DANA SIGN & GRAPHICS GROUP
01.2019 - 03.2023
  • Company Overview: Full service Custom Sign and Graphics shops in Central Oregon.
  • MC Smith Signs in Bend, OR - Dana Signs and Impact Graphix in Redmond, OR
  • Consolidated three business units to improve customer service, reduce overhead and improve ROI.
  • Business Signs, Vehicle Graphics, Decals, Wide Format printing and installation services.
  • Increase sales and revenue by 80%
  • Full service Custom Sign and Graphics shops in Central Oregon.

Senior Vice President

JELD-WEN
08.2012 - 07.2014
  • SVP of JELD-WEN's US based Vinyl Window and Door division
  • P&L responsibility for 7 locations with 2,500 employees
  • Led Operations team during transition from private ownership to equity partners
  • Advanced LEAN implementation and development of KPIs
  • Proven success in Home Center and one step distribution channel partners

Senior Vice President

JELD-WEN
03.2009 - 07.2012
  • P&L responsibility for 13 locations in US and Mexico with 5,000 employees
  • Successful downsizing of business during US housing recession
  • Successful implementation of product consolidation to reduce manufacturing complexity and cost
  • Led Operations team during successful transition to JELD-WEN master brand and unified sales force
  • Grew market share and maintained profitability in depressed market

Vice President

JELD-WEN
05.2002 - 04.2009
  • P&L responsibility for 9 locations in US and Mexico with 1,800 employees including operations, sales, marketing and product development
  • Successful acquisition and integration of WindowMaster and SeasonShield companies
  • Developed strong LEAN Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement culture at all locations
  • Recognized in Industry for short lead time, high quality manufacturing expertise
  • Highly successful programs into Home Center channel with substantial sales to Home Depot, Lowes and Menards

General Manager

JELD-WEN
09.1993 - 02.2002
  • Responsible for all management functions including P&L, manufacturing, sales, administration and product development
  • Initiated multiple product improvement projects to enhance Pozzi's best in class position as JELD-WEN's luxury brand
  • Revised LEAN Manufacturing efforts to increase [productivity and improve initial product quality

Production Manager

JELD-WEN
08.1994 - 08.1993
  • Responsible for all production departments and direct labor employees including inventory and maintenance
  • Part of senior team that grew business from $12 to $30M
  • Managed expansion to two shift production and doubling the plant square footage.

Education

BS - Agricultural Engineering Mechanization, Business

Pennsylvania State University
05.1978

Skills

  • Leadership team building
  • Organizational leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Operational excellence

Certification

  • US Patent, 7003917
  • Oregon Commercial Contractors License, # 226108

Board Positions

  • MSI International, Current BOD member
  • AdvenChair, Current BOD Treasure

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travel
  • Mountain biking
  • Alpine skiing

Summary And Skills

A proven leader with a record of being self-motivated and capable of resolving tough issues while financially turning losses into profit. A team player with integrity, dedication and pride of service. Extensive top-level management experience with a proven growth oriented company that includes both organic and acquisitions. Extensive experience in meeting and exceeding goals by maximizing synergies across all departments. Ability to link Operations and Sales to provide superior products and services while exceeding customer expectations and meeting shareholder goals., Experience in both multi-national corporations and small private businesses., Proven leader and team builder., Full spectrum understanding in all aspects of manufacturing based business., Broad experience in operations, sales, product development, P&L, growth, acquisitions, consolidations and divestures.

Timeline

CEO / Owner

DANA SIGN & GRAPHICS GROUP
01.2019 - 03.2023

President/Founder

M2LR Inc.
10.2014 - Current

Senior Vice President

JELD-WEN
08.2012 - 07.2014

Senior Vice President

JELD-WEN
03.2009 - 07.2012

Vice President

JELD-WEN
05.2002 - 04.2009

Production Manager

JELD-WEN
08.1994 - 08.1993

General Manager

JELD-WEN
09.1993 - 02.2002

BS - Agricultural Engineering Mechanization, Business

Pennsylvania State University