BOB KRENTZMAN
Operations Executive
Delivering substantial cost savings, cultural transformation, and revenue growth have been key outcomes of a successful career in operations leadership. Known for developing effective solutions to operational challenges and generating a lasting impact on business growth and success. Passionate about building company culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.
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Expertise in the operational side of logistics, supply chain relations, strategy, and revenue growth. Exceptional record leading teams to reach their fullest potential. Recognized for driving organizational change, penetrating new markets, and expanding geographical reach for startups and established companies.
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Currently located in Taunton, MA.
Open to travel, remote, hybrid & on-site.
EXPERIENCE
January 2014 | Present
Principal and Senior Business Advisor
Partnered with clients to drive positive change and business growth across all functions by providing process improvements, team building, succession planning, culture building, budgeting, communications, scalability, and sustainability.
August 2011 | October 2013
Chief Executive Officer
Reporting to the Board of Directors, oversaw day-to-day administration, facilities, fundraising, congregational relationships and engagement, event planning, and managed the $2.5M operating budget.
January 2002 | August 2011
Principal and Senior Business Advisor
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Strategically guided four companies from concept to consumer in an Interim COO role, establishing operational processes,
product development, supply chain management, customer relationship management, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
RESULTS
$100M
Took a $300K loofah sponge company and worked with a team to grow the company to a sustainable $100M Bath & Body boutique retail brand. Introduced and developed the Bath Department in the Food, Mass and Drug markets. It was ultimately
acquired by Dial Soap.
20%
Resolved operational and communication challenges for Oreck Commercial Sales across back office, inside sales, customer service, warehousing and distribution, and technical support, increasing gross profits by 20%.
$500K+
Worked with Europe's largest lighting manufacturer to open U.S. e-commerce channels and retail outlets, negotiating first-of-its-kind partnerships with 23 of the top 27 lighting manufacturers to produce an annual capital savings of $500K+ per store.
28%
Improved efficiency for Integrated Security Inc. by focusing on inventory control, training, and logistics, ultimately reducing inventory by 28% and cost of goods by 26%.
EXPERTISE
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Operations Management
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Executive Leadership
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Strategic Growth Planning
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Continuous Process Improvement
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Business Strategy
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Vendor Relations
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Employee Development
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Cost Reduction
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Change Management
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Negotiations
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Transformation
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Supply Chain Management
EDUCATION
Political Science and Public Speaking
MEET BOB
Q & A
Why did you choose your profession?
2 reasons:
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I love building teams and dreams. Creating a vision and assembling the right people, strategizing on the mission, developing the processes and budget, and going to work to make it all happen.
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I believe that if each of us works at being our best, the business will have a team of people whose vision and mission is to “be the best” …individual and company. It is not just their job, but their future.
Who is the one person who has done the most to shape you into who you are today? How was the person significant to you?
Bill Sherman, CEO of WMS Enterprises. Bill became my Mentor from the time I joined their team of 5 and continued even after my departure 7 years later. He gave me insight into the spirit of entrepreneurship. It was from him I learned how to build a company; including creating a vision, strategic plan, structure, and standard operating procedures.
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In addition, he trusted me to travel to Taiwan and Hong Kong, to build relationships with our many and varied vendors. I was able to participate in negotiating pricing, terms of payment, and guarantees.
What has been the greatest accomplishment of your life so far? Is there anything you wish to do even better?
Personally… it is our son Brian. I am so proud of him as a man, a professional and a son. I am pleased with my relationship with Brian and his bright future. We talk often about his future goals, networking, business in general, and his plan to get where he wants to be professionally.
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Professionally… it was NOT the thrill of building a $100,000,000 company or winning Vendor of the Year and of the Decade, but watching 17 members of my team, that started out at $30,000/year with no resume, higher education or experience, join the Dial Soap Team at salaries over 6 figures. All due to their company experiences and growth.
I would like the opportunity to support a company in transition and facilitate its growth and sustainability…NOW using my lessons learned, network, and growth management experience, to help them avoid potential potholes and roadblocks.
How would your peers and team members describe your responsiveness as a leader?
I am the go-to person in most situations. My team understands that I have expectations of them and that through communication and collaboration, we can get through anything together. They appreciate the fact that I acknowledge their place on the team and that I allow them to make decisions and learn from their mistakes and successes.
INTERESTS & HOBBIES
FRIENDS & FAMILY
BOSTON SPORTS
MUSIC
TESTIMONIALS
"Bob is one of the best, most productive, results-oriented consultants I have ever hired. He managed to accomplish the impossible - putting together a complex supply chain and helping me launch a new retail branded product within 6 months...when everyone else was telling me it would take a year. I've hired Bob since then and continue to look for opportunities to work with Bob."
Sean Rosser, VP New Product Development, Bradford Soap Co., Client
"It has been a pleasure to work with Bob and the Symphony team. Bob knows what he wants but is flexible in how we get there. This allowed XOLogic and Symphony to have clear goals and quickly and efficiently achieve them. Bob was instrumental in setting up their e-commerce and point of sale. These both had seamless integration between XOLogic and their EPR system."
Mark Farr, President/CEO, XOLogic…CRM program, Vendor
"It was a pleasure working with Bob as Executive Team members at The Symphony of Light and Bulbs & Lamps companies. I found Bob’s passion for his work and the company’s success impressive.
Bob's vast knowledge of operations, logistics, supply chain and customer service provided the foundation which these companies will be built upon. His negotiating skills were instrumental in finalizing partnerships for both companies and setting the parameters for vendor relationships for future projects.
Bob is an accomplished operations executive who is committed to the success of any endeavor he undertakes."
Donna Kent, Executive Director, Symphony of Light/Bulbs & Lamps, Colleague
"I have had the good fortune to know Bob Krentzman for several years. During this time I have seen his tireless dedication, creativity and collaborative workstyle. He has a terrific experience and outstanding communication skills which give him the ability to provide meaningful, concrete, and actionable advice to his clients and colleagues. I recommend Bob without hesitation."
Melinda Ailes, Senior Business Advisor at MA Small Business Development Center, Mentor
"Robert has worked personally and professionally with me for many years. His business acumen, knowledge of how to deal with difficult and diverse situations and ability to plan for future business needs in multiple disciplines is second to none. His ability to adapt to a client’s vision and making that his mission is what sets him apart."