Ben Halladay

Director of Engineering and Professional Services at Godlan Inc.
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Derek Busboom

Ben is skilled at taking a cross functional group of individuals and creating a successful team. He is able to effectively balance the big picture strategic vision and the necessary details to ensure success. His engineering competencies, manufacturing knowledge, and business acumen are all used to develop value adding solutions. Couple that with an always positive attitude and a strong drive to execute - you have a strong leader for any business.

John M Porter

I worked closely with Ben on a set of Rittal cabinet designs required to meet both seismic and non-seismic requirements of a demanding and time constrained Nuclear Power Project. Ben's expertise of the Rittal product and operations as well as his professionalism in assisting on interpreting a very complex set of requirements and aggressive schedule helped allow the project to remain on track and meet or deliverables half a world away. Much of the seismic qualification done was through computer analysis and with Ben, his design team and Rittal, we were able to effect good design models the expedited this effort.

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Credentials

  • Fundamentals of Engineering Exam
    National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying
    Jun, 2006
    - Nov, 2024
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
    -

Experience

    • United States
    • IT Services and IT Consulting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Engineering and Professional Services
      • Aug 2021 - Present

      Head of a growing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) SaaS platform (Prophecy) division at a manufacturing consulting company, including oversight of the professional services practice, sales, product management, and software development teams ● Leading and scaling the professional services practice with best practices, standards, and processes to deliver exceptional customer outcomes. From 3 implementations to 250+ ● Building a book of business with the sales team through pitching… Show more Head of a growing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) SaaS platform (Prophecy) division at a manufacturing consulting company, including oversight of the professional services practice, sales, product management, and software development teams ● Leading and scaling the professional services practice with best practices, standards, and processes to deliver exceptional customer outcomes. From 3 implementations to 250+ ● Building a book of business with the sales team through pitching and securing new commercial client accounts worth $MM. Provide attention to adopting, expanding, and renewing the manufacturing software solution through the customer success team. ● Devised and executing a strategic recruitment, training, and development program to attract and retain top sales, product, services, and software development talent ● Implemented a divisional blueprint to align Prophecy strategies with Godlan’s organizational objectives and ensure consistency by working cross-functionally and conducting ongoing strategic planning sessions ● Manage P/L for the division Show less Head of a growing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) SaaS platform (Prophecy) division at a manufacturing consulting company, including oversight of the professional services practice, sales, product management, and software development teams ● Leading and scaling the professional services practice with best practices, standards, and processes to deliver exceptional customer outcomes. From 3 implementations to 250+ ● Building a book of business with the sales team through pitching… Show more Head of a growing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) SaaS platform (Prophecy) division at a manufacturing consulting company, including oversight of the professional services practice, sales, product management, and software development teams ● Leading and scaling the professional services practice with best practices, standards, and processes to deliver exceptional customer outcomes. From 3 implementations to 250+ ● Building a book of business with the sales team through pitching and securing new commercial client accounts worth $MM. Provide attention to adopting, expanding, and renewing the manufacturing software solution through the customer success team. ● Devised and executing a strategic recruitment, training, and development program to attract and retain top sales, product, services, and software development talent ● Implemented a divisional blueprint to align Prophecy strategies with Godlan’s organizational objectives and ensure consistency by working cross-functionally and conducting ongoing strategic planning sessions ● Manage P/L for the division Show less

    • United States
    • Industrial Automation
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Professional Services Manager
      • Jan 2017 - Aug 2021

      Novaspect is a part of the Emerson family. www.emerson.com Directed the Digital Transformation, Application, PMO, and Project Services groups for industrial automation Profession Services Company. The team consisted of software, automation, infrastructure, chemical, cybersecurity, mechanical, and electrical experts, along with managers, supervisors, service coordinators, and project managers • Focused on optimizing industrial and manufacturing operations by identifying and… Show more Novaspect is a part of the Emerson family. www.emerson.com Directed the Digital Transformation, Application, PMO, and Project Services groups for industrial automation Profession Services Company. The team consisted of software, automation, infrastructure, chemical, cybersecurity, mechanical, and electrical experts, along with managers, supervisors, service coordinators, and project managers • Focused on optimizing industrial and manufacturing operations by identifying and implementing IIoT automation solutions and data analytics • Implemented personalized employee development plans and structured career progression through mentorship, coaching, and resources for managers and supervisors • Recognized as an expert and thought leader in the areas of retention and growth and delivered best practice talks and discussions at industry events and among industry groups • Engaged in business development, pitching, and securing new client accounts worth $MM • P/L Show less Novaspect is a part of the Emerson family. www.emerson.com Directed the Digital Transformation, Application, PMO, and Project Services groups for industrial automation Profession Services Company. The team consisted of software, automation, infrastructure, chemical, cybersecurity, mechanical, and electrical experts, along with managers, supervisors, service coordinators, and project managers • Focused on optimizing industrial and manufacturing operations by identifying and… Show more Novaspect is a part of the Emerson family. www.emerson.com Directed the Digital Transformation, Application, PMO, and Project Services groups for industrial automation Profession Services Company. The team consisted of software, automation, infrastructure, chemical, cybersecurity, mechanical, and electrical experts, along with managers, supervisors, service coordinators, and project managers • Focused on optimizing industrial and manufacturing operations by identifying and implementing IIoT automation solutions and data analytics • Implemented personalized employee development plans and structured career progression through mentorship, coaching, and resources for managers and supervisors • Recognized as an expert and thought leader in the areas of retention and growth and delivered best practice talks and discussions at industry events and among industry groups • Engaged in business development, pitching, and securing new client accounts worth $MM • P/L Show less

    • United States
    • Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • North America System Consulting
      • 2013 - 2017

      Recruited by Global VP to spearhead the creation, development, launch, and scaling of the North American Consulting division for a $2.5B technology company • Scaled from 0 to 12 engineers and consultants. Achieved placement of custom and standard Rittal products on 100+ OEM specifications during the final year of tenure, delivering $220M in overall value for the company • Conceptualized and launched global virtual teams to define engineering best practices and streamline… Show more Recruited by Global VP to spearhead the creation, development, launch, and scaling of the North American Consulting division for a $2.5B technology company • Scaled from 0 to 12 engineers and consultants. Achieved placement of custom and standard Rittal products on 100+ OEM specifications during the final year of tenure, delivering $220M in overall value for the company • Conceptualized and launched global virtual teams to define engineering best practices and streamline communications between 13 worldwide locations • Formed a comprehensive onboarding process to relay essential operational knowledge to new hires, which directly impacted employee retention as the division grew • Implemented development plans to simulate employee growth, retention, and promotions • P/L

    • Global Nuclear Program Manager
      • 2011 - 2013

      • Created, defined, and managed operations for groundbreaking division that exceeded annual budget targets and facilitated expansion into the nuclear industry • Transformed a global cross-functional team of 26 into a high-performing business unit that produced products that complied with stringent nuclear quality safety standards • Successfully managed the handoff of the business unit to Shanghai location • $8 million revenue and $2 million annual budget

    • Senior Application Engineer
      • 2010 - 2011

      • Produced and executed detailed development plans for 40+ client-specific design products, successfully meeting or beating all time to market targets and generating $6M+ in new product revenue for the company • Established robust communication channels with clients and internal teams to gather requirements, relay project updates, and ensure that finalized products met or exceeded client expectations • Product Lifecycle Management

    • Intern + Design Engineer + Project Engineer
      • 2005 - 2010

      45 employee custom hydraulic lift company where I had ownership for projects from inception to startup including designing, quoting, drawing, supply chain, building, logistics, and installing. Accomplished over 50 successful end of project signoffs for large OEM’s and end users in need of custom designed hydraulic lifts. • Collaborated with customers to design custom built hydraulic power units, lifts, and electrical controls to their specifications • Delivered presentations to… Show more 45 employee custom hydraulic lift company where I had ownership for projects from inception to startup including designing, quoting, drawing, supply chain, building, logistics, and installing. Accomplished over 50 successful end of project signoffs for large OEM’s and end users in need of custom designed hydraulic lifts. • Collaborated with customers to design custom built hydraulic power units, lifts, and electrical controls to their specifications • Delivered presentations to customers about Marmac products, conducted meetings about safety, proper use, and maintenance of installed products • Completed all stress calculations, material specifications, BOM’s, and manufacturing drawings • Teamed with manufacturing during each project to ensure manufacturability and quality control to meet the acceptable quality level and minimize cost • Organized and directed 4 CIP’s that improved operational efficiency and productivity by 8% Examples of some of Marmac's products; • Underwater stage lift at Cirque du Soleil’s “O” Show at Bellagio Theater in Las Vegas • Assembly and paint line conveyor lifts at 11 different automotive plants • Depart of Defense projects including a fighter jet nose gear lift used during wind tunnel testing and mobile lift and control carts that hold aircraft carrier hull sections in place for welding • Swimming pool floor lifts at Miami University and 2 VA hospitals to allow everyone to be able to enter and use the pools • Two axis lifts to allow transit buses and trains to be safely inspected and serviced Show less 45 employee custom hydraulic lift company where I had ownership for projects from inception to startup including designing, quoting, drawing, supply chain, building, logistics, and installing. Accomplished over 50 successful end of project signoffs for large OEM’s and end users in need of custom designed hydraulic lifts. • Collaborated with customers to design custom built hydraulic power units, lifts, and electrical controls to their specifications • Delivered presentations to… Show more 45 employee custom hydraulic lift company where I had ownership for projects from inception to startup including designing, quoting, drawing, supply chain, building, logistics, and installing. Accomplished over 50 successful end of project signoffs for large OEM’s and end users in need of custom designed hydraulic lifts. • Collaborated with customers to design custom built hydraulic power units, lifts, and electrical controls to their specifications • Delivered presentations to customers about Marmac products, conducted meetings about safety, proper use, and maintenance of installed products • Completed all stress calculations, material specifications, BOM’s, and manufacturing drawings • Teamed with manufacturing during each project to ensure manufacturability and quality control to meet the acceptable quality level and minimize cost • Organized and directed 4 CIP’s that improved operational efficiency and productivity by 8% Examples of some of Marmac's products; • Underwater stage lift at Cirque du Soleil’s “O” Show at Bellagio Theater in Las Vegas • Assembly and paint line conveyor lifts at 11 different automotive plants • Depart of Defense projects including a fighter jet nose gear lift used during wind tunnel testing and mobile lift and control carts that hold aircraft carrier hull sections in place for welding • Swimming pool floor lifts at Miami University and 2 VA hospitals to allow everyone to be able to enter and use the pools • Two axis lifts to allow transit buses and trains to be safely inspected and serviced Show less

Education

  • Penn State University
    Master of Engineering Management, Management
  • Cedarville University
    BSME, Mechanical Engineering
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    Lean Six Sigma Methods
  • Nuclear Training Institute
    Nuclear Project Management, PMP

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