James Sampson's Linkedin Analytics

Quick December 2024 Update: As a seasoned leader with a passion for driving transformative change, I am actively seeking opportunities that leverage my expertise in organizational turnarounds, financial restructuring, and strategic leadership. Whether in a full-time capacity or as a consultant, my goal is to guide organizations through challenging transitions and toward sustained success. What I Bring to the Table: - Leadership Excellence: Proven track record in high-pressure environments, consistently delivering results in operational improvement, productivity efficiencies, and increased profitability. - Versatile Industry Experience: Extensive experience across diverse industries including automotive, heavy truck, defense, electronics, oil & energy, telecommunications, metal fabrication, material handling, and factory automation. - Comprehensive Business Cycle Management: Skilled in navigating the engineered solutions (CDMO) business cycle—from business development and sales to design, engineering, manufacturing, and post-sales support. - Private Equity Expertise: Experience in private equity environments, successfully managing complex turnarounds, M&A activities, divestitures, and organizational restructurings. - Technical Proficiency: Expertise in manufacturing technologies such as precision machining, injection and blow molding, welding, fabrication, assembly, testing, quality assurance, robotics, and factory floor automation. - Strategic Advisory: As an Executive and Leadership Coach, I mentor senior managers and C-Level Executives to achieve their professional and organizational goals. Opportunities I’m Seeking: - Senior Leadership Positions: Roles such as President, EVP, VP, COO, where I can lead and inspire teams to achieve strategic objectives. - Interim Leadership Roles: Turnaround, transitional, and change management positions that require a steady hand and a strategic mindset. - Private Equity Operating Partner: Collaborating with private equity firms to enhance portfolio company performance and drive value creation. - Project-Based Consulting: Offering my expertise to business owners, private equity firms, and business leaders on a project basis to solve critical challenges and unlock potential. - Executive Coaching: Providing senior executives and their teams with the guidance and tools they need to excel in their roles. I am ready now for my next challenge. If you are in search of a dynamic leader who can elevate your organization and drive lasting success, let's connect. Together, we can achieve extraordinary outcomes.