Dan Zastrow
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Ron Kao
It never occurred to me what was missing from my career until I met my (now former) manager Dan at Becton Dickinson (BD). Dan has this remarkable ability to motivate not only me, but people around him. Through his inspirational words, actions, and energy he is constantly able to successfully steer and provide vision for the team. Other managers and groups highly respected his work and team, as we are able to consistently deliver through his direction. Having a successful well regarded ‘A’ Team is only the front end, but what most people don’t see is how much effort he puts into us on the backend. While he understood the big company picture, he made sure to prioritize the team to make balance decisions. He operated under the servant leadership philosophy, making sure our road blocks were cleared, our career developments were being fulfilled, and ultimately giving us projects that gave us purpose while fulfilling the business needs. He was open and honest with us which made the hard long days worthwhile, and the fun exciting days lasting. Still today we maintain a close working relationship, even though we aren’t in the same group any longer, the amount of time he has invested and is still investing in me for my success is absolutely priceless. When he left we were extremely happy for him, but we suffered an extreme lost. That energy, cohesiveness, and directions just hasn’t been the same. The team and I have been forever changed for the better thanks to Dan. Finding a good manager and leader isn’t something that just happens, but when it does- you’ll be wondering how you will ever be able to perform so well without him. Thank you Dan for all guidance and leadership!
Ron Kao
It never occurred to me what was missing from my career until I met my (now former) manager Dan at Becton Dickinson (BD). Dan has this remarkable ability to motivate not only me, but people around him. Through his inspirational words, actions, and energy he is constantly able to successfully steer and provide vision for the team. Other managers and groups highly respected his work and team, as we are able to consistently deliver through his direction. Having a successful well regarded ‘A’ Team is only the front end, but what most people don’t see is how much effort he puts into us on the backend. While he understood the big company picture, he made sure to prioritize the team to make balance decisions. He operated under the servant leadership philosophy, making sure our road blocks were cleared, our career developments were being fulfilled, and ultimately giving us projects that gave us purpose while fulfilling the business needs. He was open and honest with us which made the hard long days worthwhile, and the fun exciting days lasting. Still today we maintain a close working relationship, even though we aren’t in the same group any longer, the amount of time he has invested and is still investing in me for my success is absolutely priceless. When he left we were extremely happy for him, but we suffered an extreme lost. That energy, cohesiveness, and directions just hasn’t been the same. The team and I have been forever changed for the better thanks to Dan. Finding a good manager and leader isn’t something that just happens, but when it does- you’ll be wondering how you will ever be able to perform so well without him. Thank you Dan for all guidance and leadership!
Ron Kao
It never occurred to me what was missing from my career until I met my (now former) manager Dan at Becton Dickinson (BD). Dan has this remarkable ability to motivate not only me, but people around him. Through his inspirational words, actions, and energy he is constantly able to successfully steer and provide vision for the team. Other managers and groups highly respected his work and team, as we are able to consistently deliver through his direction. Having a successful well regarded ‘A’ Team is only the front end, but what most people don’t see is how much effort he puts into us on the backend. While he understood the big company picture, he made sure to prioritize the team to make balance decisions. He operated under the servant leadership philosophy, making sure our road blocks were cleared, our career developments were being fulfilled, and ultimately giving us projects that gave us purpose while fulfilling the business needs. He was open and honest with us which made the hard long days worthwhile, and the fun exciting days lasting. Still today we maintain a close working relationship, even though we aren’t in the same group any longer, the amount of time he has invested and is still investing in me for my success is absolutely priceless. When he left we were extremely happy for him, but we suffered an extreme lost. That energy, cohesiveness, and directions just hasn’t been the same. The team and I have been forever changed for the better thanks to Dan. Finding a good manager and leader isn’t something that just happens, but when it does- you’ll be wondering how you will ever be able to perform so well without him. Thank you Dan for all guidance and leadership!
Ron Kao
It never occurred to me what was missing from my career until I met my (now former) manager Dan at Becton Dickinson (BD). Dan has this remarkable ability to motivate not only me, but people around him. Through his inspirational words, actions, and energy he is constantly able to successfully steer and provide vision for the team. Other managers and groups highly respected his work and team, as we are able to consistently deliver through his direction. Having a successful well regarded ‘A’ Team is only the front end, but what most people don’t see is how much effort he puts into us on the backend. While he understood the big company picture, he made sure to prioritize the team to make balance decisions. He operated under the servant leadership philosophy, making sure our road blocks were cleared, our career developments were being fulfilled, and ultimately giving us projects that gave us purpose while fulfilling the business needs. He was open and honest with us which made the hard long days worthwhile, and the fun exciting days lasting. Still today we maintain a close working relationship, even though we aren’t in the same group any longer, the amount of time he has invested and is still investing in me for my success is absolutely priceless. When he left we were extremely happy for him, but we suffered an extreme lost. That energy, cohesiveness, and directions just hasn’t been the same. The team and I have been forever changed for the better thanks to Dan. Finding a good manager and leader isn’t something that just happens, but when it does- you’ll be wondering how you will ever be able to perform so well without him. Thank you Dan for all guidance and leadership!
Experience
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Remedy Rooter
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United States
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Consumer Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Owner
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Mar 2022 - Present
Commercial focused service and repair plumbing company. Commercial focused service and repair plumbing company.
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Fairwater Partners, LLC
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Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Partner
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Jun 2019 - May 2022
Fairwater Partners is an entrepreneurial, privately-held investment fund which seeks to acquire and operate a business with $10 to $40 million of revenues Fairwater Partners is an entrepreneurial, privately-held investment fund which seeks to acquire and operate a business with $10 to $40 million of revenues
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BD
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sr. Product Manager
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Jan 2018 - Jun 2019
Medical technology (HW & SW) product manager
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Sr. Program Manager, Early Adopters, Marketing
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Jun 2017 - Jan 2018
Program manager for customer trials
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CareFusion
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Product Line Manager (Manufacturing Manager)
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Feb 2015 - Jun 2017
Led a team to build and support a ~$400M annual revenue medical product line. I had 7 direct reports consisting of a production supervisor, a mechanical engineer, an electrical engineer, and 4 manufacturing engineers. I had dotted line management of a supply chain professional, 2 quality engineers and documentation control. The product was a medical technology electro-mechanical assembly. The product is made to order with a relatively short lead-time - this requires special attention on production headcount and the supply chain.
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Strategic Sourcing Manager for R&D
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Nov 2013 - Feb 2015
Sourced metal, plastic and electronic customer components and established the supply chain for new products and established the supply chain.
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US Navy
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Operations Center Leader, Submarine Headquarters
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Oct 2011 - Nov 2013
I led a team of 12 sailors at a 24x7 command center I led a team of 12 sailors at a 24x7 command center
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Quality Assurance Manager
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Jan 2011 - Aug 2011
I directed the Quality Assurance program for a nuclear-powered submarine. NASA's QA program is a derivative of the US submarine's QA program.
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Chemistry and Radiation Manager
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Oct 2008 - Jan 2011
I led a team of 6 highly trained technicians as we conducted the chemistry and radiation monitoring program for the submarine.
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Chicago Park District
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Beach lifeguard
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Jun 2000 - Aug 2001
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Education
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2018 - 2020
The Wharton School
Master of Business Administration - MBA with Honors, Finance -
2002 - 2006
United States Naval Academy
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical Engineering -
2006 - 2007
Naval Postgraduate School
Masters of Science, Electrical Engineering -
San Diego State University-California State University
Lean Enterprise Certificate
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