Robert McKinley

Background

About Robert McKinley

Demonstrated leadership through a wide range of challenges. Led double digit growth in one market & led receivership in another. As the leader for three private equity portfolio companies, Bob understands the investment thesis, objectives and formula for success. His career includes a rich work history from finance to full P&L responsibility in a large public company. Bob is a multi-industry executive & adjusts to markets and products quickly. He delivers laser sharp assessments; quick, but thoughtful decisions; and actions with impact. SALES GROWTH & OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOCUS -Applying principles of business process improvement in Kodak’s N. Am. Dental Business, he grew organic sales by 7-10% per year to $130M while simultaneously growing earnings by 10-15% per year. MANAGING EXTREME MARKET CHALLENGES -As CEO at Gemeinhardt, led through 38% market contraction (eBay factor) & 27% market price erosion (China) growing export, sustaining US market share and restoring gross margins while improving product quality with lean, ISO and establishing manufacturing in China. DEALING WITH THE UNEXPECTED -As CEO at Sidump’r, turned around excessive warranty claims due to acquired product design deficiencies; increased plant productivity implementing lean & elements of TPS; and grew market share. Driven by 70% market contraction in 2008 recession, successfully managed company through receivership for 20 months, without financing, until sold to strategic buyer. APPROACHES LEADERSHIP THRU-PEOPLE (all stakeholders – customers, investors, employees, vendors)-PRINCIPLES (objectives, rules of the road, regulatory requirements, values)-PRODUCT (profound knowledge of customer requirements, company products and capability)-PERFORMANCE (data & merit based with a bias for action and a focus on results) BA Economics; MBA (with honors) Focused, Calm under Pressure, Intelligent, Collaborative, Principled, Merit Based Specialties: CEO | Private Equity | EBITDA Growth | Sales Growth | Sales | Marketing | Operational Excellence | P&L Responsibility | Channel Management | Financial Management | Margin Enhancement | Portfolio Company | Fortune 500 | Lean | International Business | Mergers and Acquisitions | Strategic Alliances | Crisis Management | Chief Executive Officer | President | General Manager | COO | Cash Flow | Turnarounds | Exit strategies