Andrew Townsend

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About Andrew Townsend

As an executive leader, I have led teams in Operations, Manufacturing, and Heavy Equipment Management. I am a servant leader and bring a growth mindset with strategic problem-solving skills. I focus on organizational culture to drive improved performance. As a heavy equipment manager, I led 3 repair shops with a $9 M P&L, achieving a $1M profit increase YoY. I SPECIALIZE IN: LEADERSHIP: People focused leader. Engage people, align incentive, achieve results OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Clearly defined goals, Straight line thinking, and a will to win deliver results CHANGE MANAGEMENT: Managing change effectively; led teams through organizational change on 3 occasions FINANCIAL ACUMEN: Finding the operational levers to drive financial results CAREER HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Led numerous high impact teams in various industries (doing more with less) Managed $9M P&L in Heavy Equipment shops at 3 locations across the Carolinas Restructured organizational frameworks at 3 companies to streamline operations and align with strategic goals. Achieved $90k annual savings at a single shop location through strategic relocation and operational optimization Led submarine watch team during high risk combat operations resulting in timely launch of missiles Directed Quality Management System at manufacturing facility through ISO-9001 certification renewal Managed relationships between DOD Civilians, military, diplomatic, and multi-national organizations EDUCATION MBA, University of North Carolina, Kenan-Flagler Business School Joint Professional Military Education (JPME), United States Naval War College MS, Engineering Management, Old Dominion University BS, Chemistry, United States Naval Academy MORE ABOUT ME: Corporate Career: I've worked in multiple industries including manufacturing, commercial HVAC, and transportation construction Extensive experience in leading business and cultural transformations, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency Lean 6-Sigma Green Belt certification U.S. Navy Senior Officer U.S. Navy Reserve Commander & Reserve Unit Commanding Officer (x3) Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Decorated Submarine Officer who has experience making decisions under pressure and briefing top commanders Personal Devoted father and husband. I like to travel.(23 countries and counting) Old home restoration enthusiast. Favorite President: Theodore Roosevelt