Thao Doan

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About Thao Doan

Seasoned engineering leader with over 20 years of experience in mechanical design, manufacturing, quality engineering, and project management. Expertise in leading new product development teams, driving quality improvements, and bringing products to market efficiently. Known as the "go-to guy" for delivering results, I am recognized for achieving more with less, making practical decisions, and managing New Product Development teams to design and reengineer commercial-strength fitness equipment. My "can-do" attitude and extensive experience in mechanical design and project management have earned me a reputation as a dependable, results-oriented professional. I have expertise in designing plastic, sheet metal, and complex mechanical components, along with developing tooling and fixtures to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce costs. I possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, focusing on coaching and motivating teams. My approach emphasizes creating enthusiasm and inspiring innovation, rather than relying on fear to achieve results. Having worked closely with factories in China, I have a proven track record of improving quality, optimizing costs, and meeting project schedules. I thrive on developing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges and leading teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. Specialties- Leading and managing new product development teams to create high-quality commercial fitness equipment- Motivating teams to explore all possibilities in product design and manufacturing-"Resident Expert" in designing components and tools for manufacturing and reducing production costs- Collaborating with international factories to improve quality and efficiency.