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Chief Operating Officer

Founded in 1911, StandardAero is one of the largest independent MRO businesses in the world, providing comprehensive services to commercial, military and business aviation, helicopters and industrial operators. Recently, we joined forces with three other long-established companies - Landmark Aviation's MRO services (formerly Garrett Aviation), Associated Air Center and TSS Aviation. These four great legacies bring over 300 years of collective experience and expertise to form the new StandardAero.

Recognized business leader with proven track record in the complex Aerospace & Defense business. Battle hardened program executive guiding large organizations to develop and deliver complex/mission critical products and services meeting performance, cost, quality and schedule. Insightful business development leader delivering growth and securing existing business through targeted win strategies and extensive customer knowledge. Proven organization architect skilled in the efficient integration of org structure, business process, data management and analysis tools which creates an environment for repeatable business success. Outcome oriented leader who understands the value of relationships based on trust, integrity and mutual respect amongst customers, employees and industry peers. Program Manager: Led Integrated Program Management Teams for fighter, bomber, ISR and training aircraft propulsion systems with ownership of product development, production and sustainment; achieved safety, supportability, and affordability goals concurrent with profitable sales objectives. Business Development: Developed product portfolio strategies which included both new product/service proposals as well as upgrades/modifications of existing products, expanding capability and extending product lifecycle. Customer Relationship Leader: Established long lasting relationships and trust with Program Executive Officers, US Service Leadership and International Allies through regular communication and consistently meeting delivery and performance commitments. Organization Architect: Designed and implemented change management strategies which created new organizations and developed communication plans that secured stakeholder buy in at all levels, improving employee satisfaction and business performance.