Dean Harms
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LinkedIn User
I highly recommend Dean Harms. Dean is a multi-talented Sales and Marketing Pro. He has a great knack for identifying business opportunities and developing solutions that will benefit all sides. He takes the time to ask questions, formulate action strategies, and implement.
Mark Carson
I am writing to recommend the services of Dean Harms. I have been working with Dean for the last twelve years as our Midwest distributor. His product knowledge and attention to detail are second to none. Dean’s determination to succeed has aided in keeping our company on track and growing. I feel very confident in recommending Dean. He is not only thorough, but also easy to work with and always willing to take the time to discuss my concerns and respond to questions. Thank you. Mark Carson BNZ Materials, Inc.
LinkedIn User
I highly recommend Dean Harms. Dean is a multi-talented Sales and Marketing Pro. He has a great knack for identifying business opportunities and developing solutions that will benefit all sides. He takes the time to ask questions, formulate action strategies, and implement.
Mark Carson
I am writing to recommend the services of Dean Harms. I have been working with Dean for the last twelve years as our Midwest distributor. His product knowledge and attention to detail are second to none. Dean’s determination to succeed has aided in keeping our company on track and growing. I feel very confident in recommending Dean. He is not only thorough, but also easy to work with and always willing to take the time to discuss my concerns and respond to questions. Thank you. Mark Carson BNZ Materials, Inc.
LinkedIn User
I highly recommend Dean Harms. Dean is a multi-talented Sales and Marketing Pro. He has a great knack for identifying business opportunities and developing solutions that will benefit all sides. He takes the time to ask questions, formulate action strategies, and implement.
Mark Carson
I am writing to recommend the services of Dean Harms. I have been working with Dean for the last twelve years as our Midwest distributor. His product knowledge and attention to detail are second to none. Dean’s determination to succeed has aided in keeping our company on track and growing. I feel very confident in recommending Dean. He is not only thorough, but also easy to work with and always willing to take the time to discuss my concerns and respond to questions. Thank you. Mark Carson BNZ Materials, Inc.
LinkedIn User
I highly recommend Dean Harms. Dean is a multi-talented Sales and Marketing Pro. He has a great knack for identifying business opportunities and developing solutions that will benefit all sides. He takes the time to ask questions, formulate action strategies, and implement.
Mark Carson
I am writing to recommend the services of Dean Harms. I have been working with Dean for the last twelve years as our Midwest distributor. His product knowledge and attention to detail are second to none. Dean’s determination to succeed has aided in keeping our company on track and growing. I feel very confident in recommending Dean. He is not only thorough, but also easy to work with and always willing to take the time to discuss my concerns and respond to questions. Thank you. Mark Carson BNZ Materials, Inc.
Experience
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IMEC Illinois
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Regional Manager
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Jun 2018 - Present
IMEC - Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center is the Illinois affiliate to the MEP National Network. IMEC is a team of improvement specialists and technicians dedicated to providing organizations in Illinois with the tools and techniques to create sustainable competitive futures. The experienced hands-on team at IMEC works closely with its clients to plan critical business improvements in the areas of Leadership, Strategy, Customer Engagement, Operations, and Workforce.My job is in serving clients by providing the very best information I can to help clients make the very best decisions they can.
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Regional Sales Manager
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Mar 2017 - Apr 2018
Connor Corporation partners with off-shore contract manufacturing to supply engineered metal (cast, forged, machined, stamped), rubber (molded, overmolded) and plastic parts (injection molded) for industrial and commercial applications. Targeted industries included Ag, recreational vehicle, lawn & turf, construction, motor, industrial controls, rail and aviation. Connor handles all manufacturing, engineering, quality, logistics and supply chain services. Connor Corporation partners with off-shore contract manufacturing to supply engineered metal (cast, forged, machined, stamped), rubber (molded, overmolded) and plastic parts (injection molded) for industrial and commercial applications. Targeted industries included Ag, recreational vehicle, lawn & turf, construction, motor, industrial controls, rail and aviation. Connor handles all manufacturing, engineering, quality, logistics and supply chain services.
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Schoen Insulation Services, Inc.
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United States
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Market Development Manager
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Jan 2015 - Mar 2017
Leading the company market development efforts in the Metals Market (aluminum, steel, brass, bronze & copper) and Forest Products Markets (paper, pulp and building products industries) by focusing on TCO solutions through exceptional quality, service, and price supported with innovative, high performance products, services and systems. Maintain and develop OEM manufacturing customers in the electrical, military, aviation, rail and heavy equipment industries though implementation and execution of supply chain programs. All driven by professional, technical competence and value added solutions for the customer.
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WS Hampshire
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United States
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Plastics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director - Sales & Marketing
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Feb 2005 - Jan 2015
Fabricator (CNC machining, stamping, slitting, rotary die, punching, molding) and supplier of non-metallic products including thermosets, Ryertex, thermoplastics, composite fiberglass, thermal insulation boards, papers and films. Supplying industrial manufacturers with MRO and production line products. Led local, national & global sales and marketing effort through business development based on consultative, relationship selling and content marketing. Fabricator (CNC machining, stamping, slitting, rotary die, punching, molding) and supplier of non-metallic products including thermosets, Ryertex, thermoplastics, composite fiberglass, thermal insulation boards, papers and films. Supplying industrial manufacturers with MRO and production line products. Led local, national & global sales and marketing effort through business development based on consultative, relationship selling and content marketing.
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Territory Manager
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Jan 2001 - Jan 2005
Territory distribution sales of electrical / electronic insulation and adhesive products throughout the midwest US. Territory distribution sales of electrical / electronic insulation and adhesive products throughout the midwest US.
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Business Unit Manager
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Apr 1999 - Dec 2000
Led a manufacturing team supplying circuit board products to a large midwest customer. Team included engineering, purchasing, production, scheduling and customer service. Led a manufacturing team supplying circuit board products to a large midwest customer. Team included engineering, purchasing, production, scheduling and customer service.
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Sales Representative
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Jul 1994 - Dec 1998
Territory sales in electrical insulation distribution. Territory sales in electrical insulation distribution.
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US Army
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Paratrooper
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1976 - 1979
Helicopter Mechanic / Mail Clerk Helicopter Mechanic / Mail Clerk
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Education
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Western Illinois University
BA, English / History -
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Sauk Valley Community College
AS, Business -
2020 - 2021
Leadership Management International
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APICS
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MRERF
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Technical Training
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