John Kostaras
Senior Regional Manager at Mercer Mass Timber- Claim this Profile
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Cynthia Wrasman, Transformational Leadership Catalyst
I highly recommend John Kostaras. John is one of the most passionate, dedicated and high integrity professionals I have had the pleasure of working with in my business career. John's positive approach to taking on every business or people challenge created a very productive and effective sales culture for the organization. John was dedicated to ensure that each team member had all the tools, support and clear objectives so that both the individuals and the team reached their sales goals. John was and continues to be very customer focused leveraging his excellent relationship building skills to increase sales. He is a hands-on leader who is not afraid to deal with challenges head on and follow through until they are resolved. John lived by and demonstrated the defined values of the company and led by example each and everyday. Any organization looking to engage John will be sure to get a great return on their investment.
Hardy Wentzel
I am pleased to have this opportunity to write this recommendation for John Kostaras. I have known John for many years and can endorse that he is an passionate leader who is very skilled at getting results. He has the unique ability in finding solutions that have a positive impact for his customers and his business unit. John is a balanced individual who is intelligent, creative and articulate, and through these qualities he is able to earn the respect of all those around him. I have no hesitation in recommending John for a senior management position as his business experience and skills are transportable into any industry.
Cynthia Wrasman, Transformational Leadership Catalyst
I highly recommend John Kostaras. John is one of the most passionate, dedicated and high integrity professionals I have had the pleasure of working with in my business career. John's positive approach to taking on every business or people challenge created a very productive and effective sales culture for the organization. John was dedicated to ensure that each team member had all the tools, support and clear objectives so that both the individuals and the team reached their sales goals. John was and continues to be very customer focused leveraging his excellent relationship building skills to increase sales. He is a hands-on leader who is not afraid to deal with challenges head on and follow through until they are resolved. John lived by and demonstrated the defined values of the company and led by example each and everyday. Any organization looking to engage John will be sure to get a great return on their investment.
Hardy Wentzel
I am pleased to have this opportunity to write this recommendation for John Kostaras. I have known John for many years and can endorse that he is an passionate leader who is very skilled at getting results. He has the unique ability in finding solutions that have a positive impact for his customers and his business unit. John is a balanced individual who is intelligent, creative and articulate, and through these qualities he is able to earn the respect of all those around him. I have no hesitation in recommending John for a senior management position as his business experience and skills are transportable into any industry.
Cynthia Wrasman, Transformational Leadership Catalyst
I highly recommend John Kostaras. John is one of the most passionate, dedicated and high integrity professionals I have had the pleasure of working with in my business career. John's positive approach to taking on every business or people challenge created a very productive and effective sales culture for the organization. John was dedicated to ensure that each team member had all the tools, support and clear objectives so that both the individuals and the team reached their sales goals. John was and continues to be very customer focused leveraging his excellent relationship building skills to increase sales. He is a hands-on leader who is not afraid to deal with challenges head on and follow through until they are resolved. John lived by and demonstrated the defined values of the company and led by example each and everyday. Any organization looking to engage John will be sure to get a great return on their investment.
Hardy Wentzel
I am pleased to have this opportunity to write this recommendation for John Kostaras. I have known John for many years and can endorse that he is an passionate leader who is very skilled at getting results. He has the unique ability in finding solutions that have a positive impact for his customers and his business unit. John is a balanced individual who is intelligent, creative and articulate, and through these qualities he is able to earn the respect of all those around him. I have no hesitation in recommending John for a senior management position as his business experience and skills are transportable into any industry.
Cynthia Wrasman, Transformational Leadership Catalyst
I highly recommend John Kostaras. John is one of the most passionate, dedicated and high integrity professionals I have had the pleasure of working with in my business career. John's positive approach to taking on every business or people challenge created a very productive and effective sales culture for the organization. John was dedicated to ensure that each team member had all the tools, support and clear objectives so that both the individuals and the team reached their sales goals. John was and continues to be very customer focused leveraging his excellent relationship building skills to increase sales. He is a hands-on leader who is not afraid to deal with challenges head on and follow through until they are resolved. John lived by and demonstrated the defined values of the company and led by example each and everyday. Any organization looking to engage John will be sure to get a great return on their investment.
Hardy Wentzel
I am pleased to have this opportunity to write this recommendation for John Kostaras. I have known John for many years and can endorse that he is an passionate leader who is very skilled at getting results. He has the unique ability in finding solutions that have a positive impact for his customers and his business unit. John is a balanced individual who is intelligent, creative and articulate, and through these qualities he is able to earn the respect of all those around him. I have no hesitation in recommending John for a senior management position as his business experience and skills are transportable into any industry.
Experience
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Mercer Mass Timber
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Canada
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Wood Product Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Regional Manager
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Jun 2023 - Present
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Structurlam
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Canada
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Wholesale Building Materials
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President | Construction Sales, North America
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Sep 2020 - Jun 2023
Structurlam is a team committed to the vision of leading a mass timber revolution and opening people's eyes to new possibilities for building sustainable places to live, work and play in. We blend expertise in the ingenuity of mass timber design, manufacturing and CNC fabrication to produce the finest cross-laminated timber and glulam products in North America. Structurlam approaches every project with a passion for the strength and beauty of wood, resulting in more completed mass timber structures than any other manufacturer in North America. Our customers are at the heart of our business. We work with them closely to provide assistance with their design, connection detailing, project management, and jobsite installation guidance. Our talented and innovative team of associates define what it means to be a great place to work. Structurlam currently operates out of manufacturing facilities in Canada, and in 2021, we will open our first US manufacturing plant in Conway, Arkansas. Show less
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Senior Sales Marketing Consultant
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May 2020 - Sep 2020
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KATERRA
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United States
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Construction
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700 & Above Employee
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Vice President Material Sales
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Sep 2018 - May 2020
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Landmark Homes USA
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Divison President/General Manager
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Aug 2013 - 2018
Selected by parent company CEO to establish Landmark Homes in the USA. Developed and led an effective cohesive, collaborative team in a highly competitive builders market. Focused on establishing market presence as an urban infill land developer/home building company. • Spearheaded project team with Landmark Marketing SVP, Operations VP, city officials, land and architectural/design consultants to create and develop our brand centered around unique urban infill developments. • Led/facilitated a cross functional team including Landmark Marketing and Operations, Land Development, Architectural, Interior Design consultants and City officials that successfully optimized land, developed, and built our first unique urban development featuring open spaces and fitting interior finishes. Show less
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Optimum Solutions LLC
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United States
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Managing Partner
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Mar 2011 - Feb 2013
As business partner for a startup entrepreneur business, developed new sustainable growth segments including commercial, industrial, financial and institutional category space for key accounts: Banner Health, Honor Health, Republic Services, AZ Credit Union and Pet Smart. As business partner for a startup entrepreneur business, developed new sustainable growth segments including commercial, industrial, financial and institutional category space for key accounts: Banner Health, Honor Health, Republic Services, AZ Credit Union and Pet Smart.
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National/International Sales Manager
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Jan 2010 - Nov 2010
Recruited to lead/realign National/International sales organization increasing national/global revenue and profitability. Collaborated with executive team and led implementation of a two-tiered sales strategy. Refined inside sales organization and introduced an outside sales team with key account executives focused on four key vertical segments – Mining, Military, Municipal and International markets. • Increased overall sales revenue 28% from prior year. Revenue in the vertical market categories represented 65% of total sales Show less
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ALLIANCE GROUP OF COMPANIES
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India
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Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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Vice President, Marketing | Business Development
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Oct 2007 - Aug 2009
Recruited to transform the business structure at Alliance Lumber. Reporting to the CEO, and as exec team member established strategic sales/marketing parameters, removed business group silos and implemented a cross functional sales strategy. • Maintained dominant 31% Arizona market share (up from 29% in prior year); achieved additional 1% to bottom line in a down market by diversifying product offerings and introducing new products in the industrial sector. Recruited to transform the business structure at Alliance Lumber. Reporting to the CEO, and as exec team member established strategic sales/marketing parameters, removed business group silos and implemented a cross functional sales strategy. • Maintained dominant 31% Arizona market share (up from 29% in prior year); achieved additional 1% to bottom line in a down market by diversifying product offerings and introducing new products in the industrial sector.
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General Manager | Region Manager
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Jan 2005 - Oct 2007
Selected to lead $145M top line/bottom line building materials distribution channel business, while implementing the iLevel brand strategy. Collaborated with executive team in resetting sales, operations and marketing strategy. • Leveraged business opportunities with a laser focused sales approach supporting market requirements while reducing overhead redundancies. Increased revenue 111%, and profit a dramatic 220% by restructuring, consolidating and retraining team of 60. Selected to lead $145M top line/bottom line building materials distribution channel business, while implementing the iLevel brand strategy. Collaborated with executive team in resetting sales, operations and marketing strategy. • Leveraged business opportunities with a laser focused sales approach supporting market requirements while reducing overhead redundancies. Increased revenue 111%, and profit a dramatic 220% by restructuring, consolidating and retraining team of 60.
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Weyerhaeuser
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United States
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Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Technical Services Director
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Jul 2003 - Dec 2004
Reporting to the Engineering SVP, directed Trus Joist EWP Technical Design Services organization across North America. Based on customer needs and requirements, led and shaped organization Vision, Mission, Goals and Objectives and processes. • Promoted unity, teamwork, collaboration, process improvements and efficiencies driving a customer-centric technical support culture. Reporting to the Engineering SVP, directed Trus Joist EWP Technical Design Services organization across North America. Based on customer needs and requirements, led and shaped organization Vision, Mission, Goals and Objectives and processes. • Promoted unity, teamwork, collaboration, process improvements and efficiencies driving a customer-centric technical support culture.
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Marketing Program Development Manager
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Oct 1995 - Jul 2003
Led development of strategic internal/external marketing initiatives including a Master Distributor loyalty and recognition program across North America to improve distributor loyalty and brand equity and commitment. Successfully drove program roll out to internal organization and channel partners. • Revitalized annual/lifetime sales achievement awards program North America wide. • Successfully led and created a channel distribution brand loyalty and recognition program. Led development of strategic internal/external marketing initiatives including a Master Distributor loyalty and recognition program across North America to improve distributor loyalty and brand equity and commitment. Successfully drove program roll out to internal organization and channel partners. • Revitalized annual/lifetime sales achievement awards program North America wide. • Successfully led and created a channel distribution brand loyalty and recognition program.
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Education
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2000 - 2004
The University of Alabama
B.A.S, Marketing/Management -
1979 - 1981
NORTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Civil Engineering
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