Samuel Burkett
Argyle
Summary
Results-driven executive with a robust background in strategic leadership and operational excellence, consistently delivering exceptional results in dynamic environments. Expertise in fostering team collaboration, driving organizational growth, and adapting to evolving business needs has led to significant advancements in performance and efficiency. Proficient in strategic planning, financial management, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring alignment with overarching business objectives. Recognized for strong decision-making skills and an unwavering commitment to achieving measurable outcomes that propel organizations forward.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President and CEO / Chief Technical Officer / Board Member
BioBlend Renewable Resources, L.L.C.
04.2007 - Current
- Worked closely with the BioBlend founders to set the strategic direction of the company.
- Utilized industry contacts to recruit the distributor network for BioBlend.
- Developed the Canadian market for mining, oil and gas and forestry.
- Hired and developed the sales and technical support staff.
- Led efforts to develop new products and managed product lines.
- Completed OEM and industry specific approvals.
- Coordinated all work with formulators, blenders and manufacturers.
- BioBlend sales have increased an average of 43% over the past three years.
- Took start-up company to profitability.
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
DTN Energy
03.2002 - 02.2004
- Moved the company from a Satellite based offering to an online offering of pricing and data for the petroleum industry.
- Incorporated the acquisition of Diamond Controls to serve the petroleum terminals industry.
- Led the development of new products to track and control credit and purchasing of fuels – reducing risks for suppliers and increasing sales of over 50% in these products.
Consultant
Independent Consultant
07.2000 - 02.2002
- Led BioDiesel development for Vertex Energy in Houston
- Developed Sales and Marketing Plan for ethanol sales for Panda Energy in Addison, TX
- Completed feasibility study for a BioDiesel Plant for Gate Petroleum in Jacksonville, FL
- Led cost cutting projects for AK Steel with customers in automotive, appliances and other steel / metal industries.
- Developed and trained the sales force for Plavan Petroleum in San Diego – company grew by over 20% and was sold to a local competitor.
Vice President of Sales
FuelQuest, Inc.
03.1999 - 06.2000
- Fuelquest was a technology company developing software for the petroleum industry.
- Was the third employee in a start-up funded by Accenture and Lehman Brothers.
- Recruited, hired and developed the sales force for FQ.
- Worked closely with the executive team to generate awareness within the petroleum industry.
- Introduced online products to include the first “cloud” back office for distributors.
Industrial Lubricants Manager / Various Other positions
Exxon Company, USA
03.1986 - 02.1999
- US Manager for Industrial Lubricants Sales and Product Line to include all industrial oils and greases.
- Started successful Chemical Management Program that included Honeywell and United Technologies as customers.
- Worked closely with global affiliates on products and programs for international companies such as Ford, AlliedSignal and Bosch.
- Set the record that still stands for the fastest construction of a petroleum convenience store – 11 days from start to opening.
- Led numerous reliability and improvements projects while serving as the High Voltage Supervisor at the Baytown Refinery.
Platoon Leader, Executive Officer, Project Manager
US Army, Corps of Engineers
06.1981 - 02.1987
- Engineer Platoon Leader / Executive Officer in an Engineer Battalion.
- Deployed to Germany for REFORGER exercises in 1982.
- Deployed to Honduras to build airfields and base camps.
- Project Manager for the $44M expansion of the Base Hospital at Carswell AFB.
Education
BS Degree - Nuclear Engineering
United States Military Academy
West Point, NY05.1981
Skills
- Building effective teams
- Strategic planning
- Operational excellence
- Business development
- Financial management/Cost control
- Vendor sourcing and negotiations
- Strategic partnership development
- Strategic visioning
Hobbies and Interests
Actively involved with SEARCH Ministries (Leadership Board Member). Active in local West Point Society. West Point high school recruiter for southern region. Enjoy the following leisure activities: working out, travel, reading and golf. Married with one daughter.
Certification
- Licensed Professional Engineer - 1987 to current
Timeline
President and CEO / Chief Technical Officer / Board Member
BioBlend Renewable Resources, L.L.C.
04.2007 - Current
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
DTN Energy
03.2002 - 02.2004
Consultant
Independent Consultant
07.2000 - 02.2002
Vice President of Sales
FuelQuest, Inc.
03.1999 - 06.2000
Industrial Lubricants Manager / Various Other positions
Exxon Company, USA
03.1986 - 02.1999
Platoon Leader, Executive Officer, Project Manager
US Army, Corps of Engineers
06.1981 - 02.1987
BS Degree - Nuclear Engineering
United States Military Academy
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