Experience

Cary Oil

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Independent Board Director, COC Properties

  • Oct 2022 - Present

  Cary, North Carolina, United States A leader in refined fuel distribution, Cary Oil has spent over 60 years simplifying fuel supply and setting a new standard for wholesaler and retailer support. Cary Oil is a privately-owned and operated national fuel wholesaler built on a legacy of success. Since 1959, Cary Oil has earned the trust of its customers by providing outstanding professional service, premium products, and innovative solutions. Serving 900 independent convenience retailers with operations in nineteen states and… Show more A leader in refined fuel distribution, Cary Oil has spent over 60 years simplifying fuel supply and setting a new standard for wholesaler and retailer support. Cary Oil is a privately-owned and operated national fuel wholesaler built on a legacy of success. Since 1959, Cary Oil has earned the trust of its customers by providing outstanding professional service, premium products, and innovative solutions. Serving 900 independent convenience retailers with operations in nineteen states and is a national leader in refined fuel marketing. Show less



ProGro Bio Inc.

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chairman & Chief Executive Officer

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  Altanta, Georgia ProGro BIO is an AgTech company that produces all-natural organic microbial formulations focused on revolutionizing agribusiness by reversing damage to the environment caused by decades of application of chemical fertilizers and toxic solutions .The company’s focus on creating a new standard for sustainable agriculture is underpinned by its mission to develop all natural, organically certifiable microbial solutions that increase crop yields; accelerate plant growth; control and mitigate plant… Show more ProGro BIO is an AgTech company that produces all-natural organic microbial formulations focused on revolutionizing agribusiness by reversing damage to the environment caused by decades of application of chemical fertilizers and toxic solutions .The company’s focus on creating a new standard for sustainable agriculture is underpinned by its mission to develop all natural, organically certifiable microbial solutions that increase crop yields; accelerate plant growth; control and mitigate plant soilborne pathogens and parasitic nematodes; perpetuate drought resistance and remediate toxic organic compounds in soil and water. Show less



Saulsbury

• United States
• Construction
• 700 & Above Employee

• Chairman Of The Board Of Directors

  • Jul 2018 - Present

  Odessa, Texas Successfully led implementation of new corporate governance structures, championed new annual business strategy development processes resulting in broad-based business diversification strategy, introduced executive leadership development program.

• Independent Director

  • Jan 2015 - Present

  Odessa, Texas Independent Director for Saulsbury Industries which provides turnkey engineering, general construction, and electrical services for heavy industrial industries primarily in the United States. The company offers electrical construction services, including substation, switch yards, power distribution systems, instrumentation as well as automation upgrades, commissioning and start-up, and maintenance services. Saulsbury serves power, refining, petrochemical, gas processing, mining… Show more Independent Director for Saulsbury Industries which provides turnkey engineering, general construction, and electrical services for heavy industrial industries primarily in the United States. The company offers electrical construction services, including substation, switch yards, power distribution systems, instrumentation as well as automation upgrades, commissioning and start-up, and maintenance services. Saulsbury serves power, refining, petrochemical, gas processing, mining, manufacturing, and other industries.



Self-employed

• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Business Advisor

  • Mar 2021 - Present

  Altanta Business advisor to companies seeking assistance in focusing business strategy for success, advice on positioning of products and services, financial plan analysis, marketing, business development and management. Assist enterprises in framing profitable business ideas, galvanizing business strategy and pursuing the best possible growth stimulants. Currently working in Biotech and Renewables sectors



Mansfield Energy Corp

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President

  • Sep 2016 - Jan 2021

  Gainesville, GA Mansfield is a $7+ billion Atlanta-based, privately held company that creatively solves commercial, industrial, and municipal customers’ energy procurement, supply, and logistics challenges. Providing energy products and related services to thousands of customers in 18,000 locations across the U.S. and Canada, the company's expertise covers a broad range of energy transportation solutions and facilities from traditional petroleum products, CNG, renewable fuels, and specialty chemicals to… Show more Mansfield is a $7+ billion Atlanta-based, privately held company that creatively solves commercial, industrial, and municipal customers’ energy procurement, supply, and logistics challenges. Providing energy products and related services to thousands of customers in 18,000 locations across the U.S. and Canada, the company's expertise covers a broad range of energy transportation solutions and facilities from traditional petroleum products, CNG, renewable fuels, and specialty chemicals to power and natural gas. Ranked by Forbes in 2019 as the 45th largest privately held company in the U.S., the company has regional office locations in Denver, Minneapolis, Houston, Detroit, Loma Linda CA, Atlanta, and Calgary. Oversaw Sales, Marketing, Supply Procurement, Information Technology, Operations & Customer Service, Freight & Logistics functions across an integrated portfolio of product lines and numerous go-to-market channels. Led expansion of the company's Natural Gas Marketing business, core market expansion and company-wide digital transformation initiatives to position the company more competitively.

• Chief Administrative Officer & President Mansfield Gas & Power

  • Oct 2015 - Sep 2016

  Gainesville, Georgia Executive Officer leading corporate information technology, corporate human resources, enterprise process improvement, business analytics, professional services and program office services.



Cap2ity Consulting Group

• Managing Partner

  • Aug 2014 - Aug 2015

  Greater Atlanta Area Founded Cap2ity providing executive level management consultancy services. Provided consultancy services to clients; business strategy, commercial product development, business expansion analysis, business systems implementation/technology infrastructure disciplines, mergers and acquisitions support and integration services. As President of Cap2ity Consulting, also served as Interim CEO of early stage biomedical research and development company focused on advanced therapeutic… Show more Founded Cap2ity providing executive level management consultancy services. Provided consultancy services to clients; business strategy, commercial product development, business expansion analysis, business systems implementation/technology infrastructure disciplines, mergers and acquisitions support and integration services. As President of Cap2ity Consulting, also served as Interim CEO of early stage biomedical research and development company focused on advanced therapeutic treatment of certain cancers. Led business strategy development, intellectual property assessment, evaluation of acquisition candidates and funding strategy development. Show less



Comverge

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & Chief Executive Officer

  • Feb 2010 - Apr 2014

  Greater Atlanta Area First independent director of the board and named President & Chief Executive Officer in February of 2010. Assisted the company in preparring for its highly successful 2007 IPO. Served as Chairman of the Compensation Committee and member of Nominating and Corporate Governance and Audit Committees. Led a successful recapitalization of the company in 2012. Repositioned Comverge as a growth oriented and innovative energy solutions company. Initiated and implemented a comprehensive… Show more First independent director of the board and named President & Chief Executive Officer in February of 2010. Assisted the company in preparring for its highly successful 2007 IPO. Served as Chairman of the Compensation Committee and member of Nominating and Corporate Governance and Audit Committees. Led a successful recapitalization of the company in 2012. Repositioned Comverge as a growth oriented and innovative energy solutions company. Initiated and implemented a comprehensive rebranding of the company, expanded the company’s R&D efforts, accelerated the company’s international focus, drove a comprehensive sales transformation and re-shaped the strategy and execution of Comverge’s Commercial & Industrial business unit. Led successful public equity and debt initiatives to strengthen the balance sheet of the company. Ultimately led the business to new growth resulting in retirement of its substantial debt and growing EBITDA by 200%.

• Board Member

  • Jun 2006 - Apr 2014

  Greater Atlanta Area Chairman of the Compensation Committee for 4 years as an independent director. Led implementation of executive compensation strategies and peer assessment metrics as part of a comprehensive refocusing of executive compensation. Also served on Audit and Governance Committees. Led board member search committee. Initiated external technology assessment of the company's key technology offerings resulting in numerous improvements.



BG Group

• India
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Administrative Officer, Americas

  • Feb 2007 - Jun 2009

  Houston, Texas & London Chief Administrative Officer, Americas for the BG Group, an independent global oil and gas company headquartered in London, England. BG Group operates in 23 countries in natural gas, exploration and production, liquefied natural gas, power, transmission and distribution markets. Oversaw relate estate, corporate functions and led worldwide digital information technology strategy and execution across three global regions and a vast asset base. Held top global executive accountability… Show more Chief Administrative Officer, Americas for the BG Group, an independent global oil and gas company headquartered in London, England. BG Group operates in 23 countries in natural gas, exploration and production, liquefied natural gas, power, transmission and distribution markets. Oversaw relate estate, corporate functions and led worldwide digital information technology strategy and execution across three global regions and a vast asset base. Held top global executive accountability for a multi hundred million global technology transformation initiative aimed at integrating and high-grading the company’s technology infrastructure and key business applications. Oversaw development of advanced technologies including assessment of emerging technologies for BG’s Digital Oilfield of the Future, strategic business applications across Surface & Subsurface E&P, Capital Projects, Production and Maintenance Excellence, Business Intelligence and ERP. Prior to this global appointment, held the position of Vice President, Administration & Technology for the Americas region, which included the U.S., South America, Trinidad, Canada and Alaska. Show less



Dynegy

• Utilities
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Executive Vice President and Chief Admnistrative Officer

  • Mar 2002 - Jan 2006

  Houston, Texas Area One of 5 executive officers at Dynegy, a 5,500 employee, Fortune 500 global energy marketing and trading firm. Member of the Dynegy Executive Leadership Team responsible for corporate strategy & development, M&A, regulated businesses, information technology, policy, corporate communications, public relations, financial planning, human resources and corporate shared services. Led Dynegy Ventures investing in emerging growth companies. Key executive officer in the balance sheet… Show more One of 5 executive officers at Dynegy, a 5,500 employee, Fortune 500 global energy marketing and trading firm. Member of the Dynegy Executive Leadership Team responsible for corporate strategy & development, M&A, regulated businesses, information technology, policy, corporate communications, public relations, financial planning, human resources and corporate shared services. Led Dynegy Ventures investing in emerging growth companies. Key executive officer in the balance sheet restructuring initiatives for the company. Led divestitures of Dynegy Broadband, Dynegy Midstream, Illinois Power Company and numerous joint ventures raiding billions of dollars as part of the company’s corporate strategy to refocus the company on Power Generation.

• CEO, Illinois Power Company

  • Jan 2004 - Dec 2005

  Decatur, Illinois Appointed President & CEO of this $1.5 billion gas and electric transmission and distribution company in the Midwest serving 1.3 million customers across 40,000 square miles of service territory with 1,800 employees. Had overall operational and commercial responsibility for this company. Responsibilities spanned all commercial, operational, regulatory and administrative areas of the company. Led the company through resolution of significant organized labor disputes, approval of new rate… Show more Appointed President & CEO of this $1.5 billion gas and electric transmission and distribution company in the Midwest serving 1.3 million customers across 40,000 square miles of service territory with 1,800 employees. Had overall operational and commercial responsibility for this company. Responsibilities spanned all commercial, operational, regulatory and administrative areas of the company. Led the company through resolution of significant organized labor disputes, approval of new rate case with the Illinois Public Utilities Commission and drove meaningful improvement in cash flow and EBITDA, the company's safety practices and organizational efficiencies. Substantial work with the Illinois Public Utilities Commission.

• President, Global Technology

  • Jan 1998 - Dec 2002

  Houston, Texas Championed Digital Dynegy, aimed at transforming Dynegy’s global commodity marketing and trading processes and platforms across power and gas, physical and financial trading and risk management. Global process and technology transformation resulted in aggressive top line growth from $14 Billion to $42 Billion. Also responsible for commercial international expansion of Dynegy Broadband division. Responsible for Dynegy Broadband operations in China including Beijing, Hong Kong, Shenzhen and… Show more Championed Digital Dynegy, aimed at transforming Dynegy’s global commodity marketing and trading processes and platforms across power and gas, physical and financial trading and risk management. Global process and technology transformation resulted in aggressive top line growth from $14 Billion to $42 Billion. Also responsible for commercial international expansion of Dynegy Broadband division. Responsible for Dynegy Broadband operations in China including Beijing, Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Guangzhou. Show less



Tenneco

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Chief of Staff to Chairman & CEO

  • Jan 1995 - Feb 1997

  Houston, Texas, United States Oversaw operations of the Office of the CEO and President of Tenneco; reviewed capital project initiatives, prepared CEO-level update reports, liaison activities between CEO and functional executive officers and represented CEO in key meetings as needed.

• Vice President, National Accounts

  • Jan 1991 - Dec 1995

  Houston, Texas, United States Deep experience in both regulated and non-regulated energy businesses of Tenneco- a global diversified conglomerate. Key executive in restructuring the company's commerical go-to-market strategy . As VP, National Accounts, oversaw commercial relationships with the company's core customer base.

• Executive Director, Information Technology

  • Jan 1985 - Jan 1991

  Houston Led the company through a large company-wide business profess and echnology transformation initiative ushering the company into an unprecedented new digital BTB business strategy.