Assessed economic viability of three multi-billion dollar projects.
Developed, recruited, trained, counseled, and administered the Dallas Business Analyst Program; coordinated the firm’s national recruiting efforts at three major universities.
McGregor International, Inc. Houston, TX1980 to 1982
McGregor International is a $6.6 billion in revenue market leader and worldwide provider of engineering, construction, and project management services to offshore oil and gas developments.
Structural Design Engineer, Houston, TX1980 to 1981
Tom was hired as a Structural Design Engineer in McGregor’s Houston office. Initial projects included the design of a compressor station, flair boom tower, deck extensions, and jackets for offshore platforms. He was a lead engineer on a unique jacket replacement for a storm-damaged structure.
Field Engineer, New Orleans, LA - 1981 to 1982
In 1981, Tom was selected from a pool of over twenty candidates for a one year reassignment to McGregor’s New Orleans office. In his new capacity as a Field Engineer, Tom supervised offshore construction and subsea pipeline installations. He was second in command of construction barges with crews ranging from 200 to 350 men. Tom loved to make things happen in day-to-day field operations.
Education
MBA, FinanceUniversity of Chicago, 1984
BS, cum laude, Civil EngineeringUniversity of Texas, 1980
Elected to Tau Beta Pi, Chi Epsilon, and Phi Eta Sigma honoraries.
From: Tom Frederick, [email protected] Sent: Sunday, May 03, 2009 9:49 PM To: [email protected] Subject: - Title: Investor President & CEO, Dallas, Texas
Dear Mr. Gilreath:
As a company and regional President with Diamond Industries APG Architectural Products, I led the growth and profit improvement initiatives for many mid-sized architectural product companies. I am a Civil (Structural) Engineer with an MBA, and I am based in Dallas.
Implementing innovative process improvements, expanding sales, turning around under-performing companies, and acquiring and successfully integrating complementary businesses are ways I add value. Successes include:
Doubled building product sales from $132MM to $250MM in three years through new channel development, strategic growth initiatives, and successful merger integration.
Reduced operating cost by $8.4MM via consolidation, Lean Manufacturing principles and process modifications.
Identified, evaluated, and acquired six building product manufacturing companies with $155MM in combined revenue.
Successfully turned around a troubled homebuilder and four distressed building product manufacturing companies.
Recruited, coached, and mentored seven employees who became Presidents of affiliated companies.
Please give me a call to discuss how my team-focused approach and commitment to excellence can add value to your private equity client’s architectural product manufacturing and distribution operation.
Sincerely,
Tom Frederick
Example of a Skin in the Game Job Search Update Email
I have another cover letter example from a skin in the game CEO prospect who is updating me on what he is qualified for and would consider. This type of cover letter update and cut to the chase resume could be used to keep in touch with PEGs you have met or have encouraged you to stay in touch. To me, it’s short, sweet, and effective:
Hello Jim,
How are you? It has been a while since we last spoke and I am reaching out with two short updates.
I am now considering a short term CEO role with an online media company. I am most interested in a full time C-Suite role and wish to stay on your radar. Below the signature block is my short updated profile. My goal is to have an ongoing leadership role for a media company in the content, licensing, or technology sectors. I would be delighted to learn about your current activity and where my network might be useful to you.
Please let me know what the news is in your world. What is a good time for a short catch-up call?
Warm regards,
Arthur
941- 339-0878
http://www.linkedin.com/Arthur
Company Goals Where I Can Lead
Scaling a company onto a growth trajectory
Raising investment capital
Business development and strategic relationships
Roles Desired
CEO, Executive, or Board role at media, licensing, content, or technology company
Executive role at a consumer or B2B media services company
Core Skills
Creative deal maker for all levels corporate growth and expansion Leadership at operating and governance levels, public and private Capital sourcing from extensive network of private equity and VC investors Growing revenue and business development Turnaround success at Century Comics and Dorrance Greeting Cards Executive roles in finance, sales, and operations at emerging growth
Leadership and Experience
Chairman, Malito - software game producer and distributor Operating Partner, Magnum Capital - VC fund investing in media and software President and CEO, AG Media Ventures - VC growth and investment advisor President, DC Comics - raised capital for growth President and CEO, Millenium Resources - B2B services software provider EVP and CFO, Hallendorf Enterprises - $51MM cash flow improvement VP and MD, Tolland Entertainment - worldwide deal maker and business development VP and GM, Discovery Cable - broadband cable franchising and business scaling
Education
MBA, Beta Gamma Sigma Honors in Finance, Harvard University Masters, International Fellow, Columbia University Bachelor of Arts, Phi Beta Kappa, Russian Language & Literature, Stanford University
Below are the confidential Indiana Jones Bio (IJ), resume, and cover letter exhibits of Ed Garvin, CFO, hired as SITG CFO of MA based Service Industry Machinery Designer