Randy Knapp, Ph.D.
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Elaine Fries
Over the past 14 years I have had the pleasure of both working for and working with Randy. His passion and enthusiasm have led to many fine contributions for Uponor and the plastics industry. Randy has done much to improve the quality and the marketability of Uponor’s offerings by working to identify code issues, market needs, and product improvements. Randy’s broad range of experience , approachability and his genial demeanor make him an outstanding associate.
Wayne Bryce
I have worked with Randy for nearly 15 years on industry issues at various organizations and standard committes such as the Plastic Pipe Institute, ASTM, CSA, the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association, among others. He always brings a high level of professionalism to his work. Randy is very strong in his dealings with people. He blends a clarity of purpose with an excellent sense of humor in his efforts to meet his company's and the industry's needs. It is a pleasure to work with Randy. I appreciate his integrity and commitment to the industry.
Elaine Fries
Over the past 14 years I have had the pleasure of both working for and working with Randy. His passion and enthusiasm have led to many fine contributions for Uponor and the plastics industry. Randy has done much to improve the quality and the marketability of Uponor’s offerings by working to identify code issues, market needs, and product improvements. Randy’s broad range of experience , approachability and his genial demeanor make him an outstanding associate.
Wayne Bryce
I have worked with Randy for nearly 15 years on industry issues at various organizations and standard committes such as the Plastic Pipe Institute, ASTM, CSA, the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association, among others. He always brings a high level of professionalism to his work. Randy is very strong in his dealings with people. He blends a clarity of purpose with an excellent sense of humor in his efforts to meet his company's and the industry's needs. It is a pleasure to work with Randy. I appreciate his integrity and commitment to the industry.
Elaine Fries
Over the past 14 years I have had the pleasure of both working for and working with Randy. His passion and enthusiasm have led to many fine contributions for Uponor and the plastics industry. Randy has done much to improve the quality and the marketability of Uponor’s offerings by working to identify code issues, market needs, and product improvements. Randy’s broad range of experience , approachability and his genial demeanor make him an outstanding associate.
Wayne Bryce
I have worked with Randy for nearly 15 years on industry issues at various organizations and standard committes such as the Plastic Pipe Institute, ASTM, CSA, the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association, among others. He always brings a high level of professionalism to his work. Randy is very strong in his dealings with people. He blends a clarity of purpose with an excellent sense of humor in his efforts to meet his company's and the industry's needs. It is a pleasure to work with Randy. I appreciate his integrity and commitment to the industry.
Elaine Fries
Over the past 14 years I have had the pleasure of both working for and working with Randy. His passion and enthusiasm have led to many fine contributions for Uponor and the plastics industry. Randy has done much to improve the quality and the marketability of Uponor’s offerings by working to identify code issues, market needs, and product improvements. Randy’s broad range of experience , approachability and his genial demeanor make him an outstanding associate.
Wayne Bryce
I have worked with Randy for nearly 15 years on industry issues at various organizations and standard committes such as the Plastic Pipe Institute, ASTM, CSA, the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association, among others. He always brings a high level of professionalism to his work. Randy is very strong in his dealings with people. He blends a clarity of purpose with an excellent sense of humor in his efforts to meet his company's and the industry's needs. It is a pleasure to work with Randy. I appreciate his integrity and commitment to the industry.
Experience
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Plastics Pipe Institute
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United States
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Plastics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Engineering
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فبراير 2011 - - الحالي
Manage Energy Piping Systems Division of PPI Manage Energy Piping Systems Division of PPI
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Instructor
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سبتمبر 2005 - مايو 2011
Instructor of graduate level courses in Training & Development, Techincal Problem Solving, Facilitation & Meeting Skills, and Decision Making Skills Instructor of graduate level courses in Training & Development, Techincal Problem Solving, Facilitation & Meeting Skills, and Decision Making Skills
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Uponor
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Finland
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Wholesale Building Materials
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700 & Above Employee
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Product/Brand Manager
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مايو 2001 - فبراير 2011
Responsible for the development and implementation of strategies for the Uponor brand including: products, marketing, regulatory affairs, and technical and sales training for a leading plastics company. Responsible for the development and implementation of strategies for the Uponor brand including: products, marketing, regulatory affairs, and technical and sales training for a leading plastics company.
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Uponor
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Finland
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Wholesale Building Materials
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700 & Above Employee
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Engineering/QA Manager
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ديسمبر 1994 - ديسمبر 1999
Managed more than 20 professionals in product engineering, process engineering, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and technical design for a $100MM organization. Managed more than 20 professionals in product engineering, process engineering, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and technical design for a $100MM organization.
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Education
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2005 - 2016
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development -
1998 - 2001
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business
MBA -
1984 - 1990
California State University, Northridge
B.S., Engineering
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