Experience

MFG Chemical, LLC

• United States
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development Manager

  • May 2022 - Present

  MFG Chemical (Building Valuable Bonds) Thank you for taking the time to read this quick introduction to MFG Chemical! We were founded in 1980 and we manufacture a diverse product line including: water soluble Polymers, Non-Aqueous Polymers, Amides, Esters, Imidazolines, Rheology Modifiers, Surfactants, Specialty Anhydrides, and Dioctyl Sulfosuccinate (DOSS). We are a large consumer and understand deeply the chemistry of Maleic anhydride, 2EH, Acrylic acid and many others. We supply many markets including Oil & Gas, I&I, Pulp and Paper, Water Treatment, agriculture, mining, food and personal care. We have 40 reactors spread across 3 plants in Georgia. Reactors ranges from 2000 to 8000 gallons and are fully equipped with hot oil, steam, vacuum capability and overhead including LUWA thin film evaporators and distillation columns. Our customers tell us we add considerable value by “Building Valuable Bonds”, so we made that our tag line. They tell us we do that in three ways: 1> Through technical collaboration; our chemist and technical support teams help optimize processes and can work as a supplement or as a customer’s R&D department. 2> Through operational excellence; we have a 98% on time and accurate delivery record. Our operations and customer care departments ensure you are always fully satisfied with our results. 3> Through sales and service support; our sales and service team spend time getting to know your unique needs so we can tailor make solutions for your business. I would be more than happy to meet you or discuss how we can help each other. Let me know what is the best time and day for you? You can also visit our website at mfgchemical.com or you may also call me anytime at 419-349-7217. I look forward to speaking with you soon! I thank you for your time and energy. Sincerely, Todd Brace Business Development Manager Mobile: 419-349-7217 E-Mail: TBrace@MFGChemical.com Show less



Coastal Chemical Co., LLC

• Chemical Sales Manager

  • Oct 2007 - May 2022

  Responsible for the Technical Sales of a 13 state plus territory focused in the industrial market with approximately 150 customers. I am a manager of experts and very involved with Technical Sales whereby my company fully technically supports all products and services we provide. I have also sold additive products to most industries to include but not limited to the paint industry, lubricants, surfactants for detergents and for water treatment chemicals. We also have a Project Management Business Unit that handles loadings and unloadings of vessels with disposal at plants. Next, we have a N-SPEC Business Unit that handles the cleanings of Amine and Glycol Units along with Heat Exchangers and pipe line cleaning. Last but not least, we have formal training and presentation services. Since being hired, I have increased net margin sales in my territory by 450%! My technical approach capabilities, organization and management skills along with my personable skills have made this happen. Show less



Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company

• United States
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• District Sales Representative

  • Mar 2007 - Sep 2007

  Responsible for approximately 10 million dollars of sales business. My main focus was industrial water treatment and process side treatment. I met with customers, provided regular testing, and provided service reports. I was instrumental in helping Nalco recover service that was lacking at all of these plants. I was not only responsible financially for these plants but was also responsible for monthly reporting for the whole district, which included 13 other employees. Next, I focused on streamlining operations in a short six-month time frame. Show less



Houghton International

• United States
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Site Manager

  • Apr 1998 - Feb 2007

  Responsible for about 5 million in sales per year on average. From 4/98-06/00 (dba. Bencyn), I was a Water Treatment Manager and launched this new DaimlerChrysler Mack Avenue Engine Plant. I optimized all processes and spearheaded a multi-million-dollar modification of water treatment plant. From 07/00-02/01, I helped to launch a brand new DaimlerChrysler Toledo North Auto Assembly Plant. I managed 5 people internally and was main point of contact for all lubricants and chemical used in plant along with managing all contractors that performed maintenance or chemistry confirmation on all systems. I broke a company record for profit. From 05/03-06/06, I did not this same thing at the Toledo South Assembly plant until the plant was closed while also managing TNAP. From 11/05-02/07, I then was promoted to a Project Manager for Dana and Eaton for Chemical Management and Sales for 10 different plants in Midwest. I increased profits by 200% by the time I left. Show less



U.S. Coast Guard

• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Port Security Petty Officer

  • Oct 1997 - Oct 2001

  Was responsible as a Petty Officer in the Coast Guard Reserves, which included: supervision and control of the safe handling, transportation and storage of explosives and other dangerous cargo. Other duties included patrolling Lake Erie for environmental hazards, security of waterfront facilities and understanding regulations that affect all that are within patrol boundaries. Was a Team Leader when I departed. Was responsible as a Petty Officer in the Coast Guard Reserves, which included: supervision and control of the safe handling, transportation and storage of explosives and other dangerous cargo. Other duties included patrolling Lake Erie for environmental hazards, security of waterfront facilities and understanding regulations that affect all that are within patrol boundaries. Was a Team Leader when I departed.



Philip Environmental

• United States
• Truck Transportation

• Water Treatment Manager

  • Sep 1996 - Apr 1998

  Philip Environmental (formerly Cousins Waste Control Corporation), Toledo, OH Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Manager- Was responsible for the management of two water treatment plants and all secondary water systems. I initiated new protocols and chemical research on all of these systems. Philip Environmental (formerly Cousins Waste Control Corporation), Toledo, OH Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Manager- Was responsible for the management of two water treatment plants and all secondary water systems. I initiated new protocols and chemical research on all of these systems.



United States Army Reserve

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Infantry Soldier

  • Aug 1987 - Sep 1996

  Mechanized Infantry and Civil Disturbance Team Leader- Responsibilities included classroom and practical training of new personnel in post duties as well as the maintenance and operations of personnel carriers, weapon systems and navigation systems. Was a squad leader when I departed. Mechanized Infantry and Civil Disturbance Team Leader- Responsibilities included classroom and practical training of new personnel in post duties as well as the maintenance and operations of personnel carriers, weapon systems and navigation systems. Was a squad leader when I departed.