Steve Luethje's Linkedin Analytics

During my tenure at global companies like Hitachi Global Storage Technologies/Western Digital and IBM, I have managed development and manufacturing teams, maximized the value of extensive patent portfolios, led major business negotiations and driven mergers and acquisitions with finesse and foresight. My global perspective is enriched by managing teams across continents, navigating complex intellectual property landscapes, and handling multi-billion-dollar transactions. I am an excellent project manager with deep business acumen and proven ability to execute to exceptional results through cross-functional leadership. Beyond the tech world, my entrepreneurial spirit shines as a business owner where I pioneered innovative marketing and customer acquisition strategies that disrupted traditional norms and honed my business management skills. Equipped with an MBA from Pepperdine University and a B.S. in Engineering from Iowa State University, I am constantly fueled by curiosity, always eager to explore and contribute to new paradigms. Whether it's navigating the next tech revolution, brokering a pivotal business deal, or crafting a groundbreaking operational strategy, my expansive expertise and track record speak of a commitment not just to adapt, but to lead amidst change. Specialties: Program Management | Strategy | Cross-functional Leadership | Manufacturing Management | Global Team Management | M&A Integrations and Due Diligence | Business Transformation | Negotiation | Sales | Strategic Planning | Licensing.