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THEODORE LANGS
Executive Managing Director
Oceanside,CA
Summary
Dynamic executive with over 30 years of leadership expertise driving growth and operational excellence across diverse sectors. Proven track record in international business development, stakeholder engagement, and organizational transformation, facilitating multimillion-dollar revenue gains and strategic partnerships in complex environments.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Managing Director
GIEM LLC
01.2008 - Current
- Advise organizations on growth strategy, operational transformation, international expansion, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Lead executive assessments, strategic planning engagements, and organizational restructuring projects across multiple industries.
- Support market-entry, sourcing, procurement, and supply-chain initiatives throughout North America, Asia, and Africa.
Senior Relationship Banker
Comerica Bank
01.2020 - 01.2026
- Generated multimillion-dollar portfolio growth through commercial lending, wealth management, and business banking services.
- Expanded and retained key client relationships while delivering financial solutions to commercial and retail customers.
- Consistently recognized for business development, client retention, and relationship management performance.
Senior Vice President, Financial & External Affairs
Kachay Global Development
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Directed international business development and stakeholder engagement for infrastructure, energy, hospitality, and agricultural projects.
- Cultivated relationships with government agencies, development banks, NGOs, and institutional investors.
- Advanced financing and Public-Private Partnership initiatives supporting economic development and regional growth.
Commercial Banking Officer
GBC International Bank
Monterey Park
01.2014 - 10.2014
- Launched commercial lending office in San Diego, enhancing local market accessibility.
- Generated $12 million in commercial real estate and SBA lending opportunities, driving revenue growth.
- Developed strategic partnerships, increasing market presence among small and mid-sized businesses.
President & Managing Director
FS USA, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Led North American operations, overseeing strategic planning, budgeting, sales, customer relations, and product development.
- Rebuilt organizational performance and accelerated delivery of next-generation technology solutions.
- Diversified revenue streams and strengthened customer retention through innovation and operational improvements.
Chief Operating Officer & Co-Founder
GlobalAnalysts.com, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Co-founded international consulting firm specializing in market intelligence, political risk analysis, and expansion strategy.
- Led international market-entry engagements and investment analysis projects.
- Managed a World Bank-related telecommunications initiative supporting a $10 million international expansion project.
President / Vice President of Operations
Arrow Aviation Spares, Inc.
01.1992 - 01.2000
- Helped grow a startup aviation company into an international supplier serving Asia and North America.
- Established strategic partnerships and operations throughout Vietnam, China, Singapore, and Taiwan.
- Directed global sales, logistics, procurement, and customer operations while securing major aviation contracts.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Global Management
University of Phoenix
San Diego, CA01-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Phoenix
San Diego, CA08-1996
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Management
- Global Market Strategy
- Market Expansion
- Market Analysis
- Strategic Alliances
- Regulatory Compliance
- Operational Excellence
- Organizational change
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Cross-Cultural Leadership
Core Leadership Strengths
- Executive Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Transformation
- Business Development
- Commercial Banking & Lending
- International Trade
- Economic Development
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Government Relations
- Financial Management
- Operational Excellence
- Market Expansion
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Cross-Cultural Leadership
Websites
Board Leadership
- Commissioner, City of Oceanside Economic Commission
- Board Member, Oceanside Chamber of Commerce
- Chair Emeritus, Hong Kong Association of Southern California (San Diego Chapter)
- Registered Consultant, World Bank, Inter-American Development Bank, Asian Development Bank, African Development Bank
Additional Leadership Experience
- Director of Hotels / Chief Financial Analyst – Radelow Gittins
- Senior Analyst – Trusthouse Forte, Inc.
- Bank Examiner – California State Banking Department
- Operations Officer – Bank of America
- Branch Supervisor / Loan Officer – Columbus National Bank
Personal Information
Title: Executive Leader | Global Operations Strategist | International Business Development Executive | Banking & Economic Development Professional
Selected Career Highlights
- Generated more than $70 million in commercial lending production through business development, relationship management, commercial real estate lending, SBA financing, and portfolio growth initiatives.
- Structured and facilitated a $1 million foreign equity investment and matching capital transaction, supporting international business expansion and economic development objectives.
- Led business development, stakeholder engagement, and financing efforts for four multimillion-dollar international development projects spanning renewable energy, agriculture, hospitality, infrastructure, and industrial sectors.
- Established and expanded strategic partnerships across Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and North America, creating new market opportunities and supporting cross-border investment initiatives.
- Directed organizational transformation, operational improvement, and market-entry strategies for private-sector companies, financial institutions, and international development organizations.
- Built collaborative relationships with government agencies, development banks, institutional investors, multinational corporations, and community leaders to advance economic growth and sustainable development initiatives.
Additional Qualifications
French (Professional Proficiency), Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, Tableau, CRM Platforms, More than 25 years of experience supporting international trade, government relations, infrastructure development, stakeholder engagement, and economic growth initiatives.
Timeline
Senior Relationship Banker
Comerica Bank
01.2020 - 01.2026
Senior Vice President, Financial & External Affairs
Kachay Global Development
01.2015 - 01.2017
Commercial Banking Officer
GBC International Bank
01.2014 - 10.2014
Executive Managing Director
GIEM LLC
01.2008 - Current
President & Managing Director
FS USA, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2011
Chief Operating Officer & Co-Founder
GlobalAnalysts.com, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2003
President / Vice President of Operations
Arrow Aviation Spares, Inc.
01.1992 - 01.2000
Master of Business Administration - Global Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Phoenix