Steve Arbaugh
Chief Strategy Officer & Client Partner at Method Engine- Claim this Profile
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Stephanie Leite
I met Steve after he gave an inspiring presentation about Interface Companies at the 2013 Bioneers gathering in Chicago. As a high school teacher, I wanted my students to learn about Interface's unique Mission Zero and Biomimicry applications in their products. Steve enthusiastically arranged a time for our students to visit the Chicago showroom, and took time from his schedule to meet with us personally, giving us a tour of the space, explaining Interface's products, and answering a plethora of questions from students. I never thought high school students could be so interested in talking about Carpet Tile, but they were truly inspired by Steve's presentation and the interactive tour of the showroom! In all our communications, Steve is quick to reply, generous with his time, and eager to help us broaden our school's network. It is obvious that he is passionate about his work and truly believes in the business model that Interface has developed. My students and I are now Interface Carpet Tile converts, all because of Steve!
ALEEN BAYARD, Ph.D.
Steve is both a talented and generous professional. He provided the Leadership & Sustainability Management program with invaluable insights about sustainability in general as well as great examples of green principles in practice at Interface. He has deep subject-matter expertise and is willing to share it. Steve is a real pro and a terrific colleague to boot.
Stephanie Leite
I met Steve after he gave an inspiring presentation about Interface Companies at the 2013 Bioneers gathering in Chicago. As a high school teacher, I wanted my students to learn about Interface's unique Mission Zero and Biomimicry applications in their products. Steve enthusiastically arranged a time for our students to visit the Chicago showroom, and took time from his schedule to meet with us personally, giving us a tour of the space, explaining Interface's products, and answering a plethora of questions from students. I never thought high school students could be so interested in talking about Carpet Tile, but they were truly inspired by Steve's presentation and the interactive tour of the showroom! In all our communications, Steve is quick to reply, generous with his time, and eager to help us broaden our school's network. It is obvious that he is passionate about his work and truly believes in the business model that Interface has developed. My students and I are now Interface Carpet Tile converts, all because of Steve!
ALEEN BAYARD, Ph.D.
Steve is both a talented and generous professional. He provided the Leadership & Sustainability Management program with invaluable insights about sustainability in general as well as great examples of green principles in practice at Interface. He has deep subject-matter expertise and is willing to share it. Steve is a real pro and a terrific colleague to boot.
Stephanie Leite
I met Steve after he gave an inspiring presentation about Interface Companies at the 2013 Bioneers gathering in Chicago. As a high school teacher, I wanted my students to learn about Interface's unique Mission Zero and Biomimicry applications in their products. Steve enthusiastically arranged a time for our students to visit the Chicago showroom, and took time from his schedule to meet with us personally, giving us a tour of the space, explaining Interface's products, and answering a plethora of questions from students. I never thought high school students could be so interested in talking about Carpet Tile, but they were truly inspired by Steve's presentation and the interactive tour of the showroom! In all our communications, Steve is quick to reply, generous with his time, and eager to help us broaden our school's network. It is obvious that he is passionate about his work and truly believes in the business model that Interface has developed. My students and I are now Interface Carpet Tile converts, all because of Steve!
ALEEN BAYARD, Ph.D.
Steve is both a talented and generous professional. He provided the Leadership & Sustainability Management program with invaluable insights about sustainability in general as well as great examples of green principles in practice at Interface. He has deep subject-matter expertise and is willing to share it. Steve is a real pro and a terrific colleague to boot.
Stephanie Leite
I met Steve after he gave an inspiring presentation about Interface Companies at the 2013 Bioneers gathering in Chicago. As a high school teacher, I wanted my students to learn about Interface's unique Mission Zero and Biomimicry applications in their products. Steve enthusiastically arranged a time for our students to visit the Chicago showroom, and took time from his schedule to meet with us personally, giving us a tour of the space, explaining Interface's products, and answering a plethora of questions from students. I never thought high school students could be so interested in talking about Carpet Tile, but they were truly inspired by Steve's presentation and the interactive tour of the showroom! In all our communications, Steve is quick to reply, generous with his time, and eager to help us broaden our school's network. It is obvious that he is passionate about his work and truly believes in the business model that Interface has developed. My students and I are now Interface Carpet Tile converts, all because of Steve!
ALEEN BAYARD, Ph.D.
Steve is both a talented and generous professional. He provided the Leadership & Sustainability Management program with invaluable insights about sustainability in general as well as great examples of green principles in practice at Interface. He has deep subject-matter expertise and is willing to share it. Steve is a real pro and a terrific colleague to boot.
Experience
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Method Engine
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United States
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Strategy Officer & Client Partner
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Feb 2015 - Present
Clients: Labelmaster, The Paulson Institute, Leading Women Executives, On-Cue, Performics, Retriever Merchant Solutions, Thermos, Ingalls Healthcare/University of Chicago Medicine, Bradford Health Services, Winegard Lead Client Relationships & Business Initiatives; Research & Analytics, Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Differentiation, Concepting, Total Marketing, Creative Content and User Experiences for 21 years-young Digital Agency Practice Clients: Labelmaster, The Paulson Institute, Leading Women Executives, On-Cue, Performics, Retriever Merchant Solutions, Thermos, Ingalls Healthcare/University of Chicago Medicine, Bradford Health Services, Winegard Lead Client Relationships & Business Initiatives; Research & Analytics, Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Differentiation, Concepting, Total Marketing, Creative Content and User Experiences for 21 years-young Digital Agency Practice
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Interface
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United States
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Textile Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Vice President Creative Strategy & Planning
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Jan 2013 - Sep 2014
Direct Report: Executive Creative Director Own Creative Group Annual/Ongoing Strategy & Plan, tied to Marketing Group Project & Communications PlanningLead Competitive Intelligence Differentiate Creative Visuals, Messaging, Merchandising and Campaigns Direct Primary & Secondary Research & Analytics to lead & support Creative & Communications Concepts for Specific Target Audiences, including Multiple Mediums Global Senior Marketing Team Creative & Communications Leadership Drive Speakers Bureau @ www.interfaceglobal.com/speakers bureauGallup Strengths CoachMcGraw-Hill BPM Building Business Forum Member 2012-2013 & 2014 Show less
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VP Brand Marketing, Alignment & Experience
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Oct 2007 - Jan 2013
Direct Report - President & CEOLeverage Brand and Communications Assets across Interface, Bentley Prince Street & FLOR business units for $1.0B top market share manufacturer and sustainability industry leaderDifferentiate and align brand experience throughout omni-channel mediums online, in person, print Lead Business Strategy, Planning & Go to Market Plan & Mapping for Business Units & Target SegmentsProvide Direction & Leadership for Total Company Research including Primary & Secondary Analytics & Data, Strategic Business Forecasting, Validation Metrics, Project Plan, Spec Share & Dodge ReportingDirect Internal & External Communications Programsincluding Advertising & PRInterface Americas Speakers Bureau @ www.interfaceglobal.com/speakers bureauMember of Americas Senior Management Team, Global Senior Marketing Team, Global Communications TeamGallup Strengths CoachMcGraw-Hill BPM Building Business Forum Member 2012-2013Advisory Board Member; Sustainable Life Media & Sustainable Brands, 2011 & 2012Member; National Environmental Education Foundation [NEEF] Corporate Roundtable 2010, 2011 Show less
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FLOR
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United States
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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VP Retail, Marketing & Strategic Alliances
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Sep 2004 - Oct 2007
Direct Report - President Led Business Planning, Marketing & Strategic Alliances to build FLOR Consumer Brand Expanded Market Share and Reach +30% to total business via Specialty/Boutique, Fashion and Mass Market retail Identify, Validate and Sell-in Strategic Alliance Programs; Design Within Reach, Crate & Barrel/CB2, Lowe's + Beta Programs with Target Stores, OfficeMax Target Audiences - Design Influencers and General Consumers, Distribution Partners within specific channels Internal Management Role -- Steer and Grow Overall Business as Member of 5 Person Senior Management Team Special Assignments - Interface Corporate Global Rebranding Project, Cross Functional Team Leader for Companywide Business Initiatives - Leading the Modular Revolution Show less
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VSA Partners
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United States
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Design Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Principal
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1997 - 2003
Clients: Interface Companies, US WEST/Qwest, IBM, Steelcase/Turnstone, InCapital, Telwares Communications, Cingular Wireless, Allstate, Eli Lilly, Brunswick, Harley-Davidson, Discover Card, Mills Corporation, Leo Burnett, Aetna, Weber Grills, Quantum Printing, First Data Corporation, Mead/Westvaco, BIC Corp, Lands’ End, Blain’s Farm & Fleet, Ameritech Led internal operations and external client relationships for award winning brand-based marketing and design firm with 100+ employees. Defined and drove capabilities diversification including establishing of business models plus processes, tripling size of firm in 5+ year period, building client portfolio into long-term relationships Led Brand Strategy, Naming, Identity and Brand Experience Client Relationships including BrandSpeed™ Summits as discovery, differentiation and prioritization for client marketing and communications across all mediums Show less
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