Brian Lamers

About Brian Lamers

I regularly share practical insights through published articles, e-books, on industry commentary and leadership with the goal of elevating how OEMs and EMS partners work together to execute.As Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer at Surface Mount Technology Corporation, I lead with a relentless focus on execution, accountability, and results. In the fast-paced Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry, success isn’t about rhetoric—it’s about delivering real outcomes for our customers. My role bridges strategic vision with hands-on leadership, ensuring we consistently exceed expectations while driving sustainable financial growth.At SMT, we operate with a culture of transparency, ownership, and continuous improvement. We empower our teams to make informed decisions, embrace challenges, and execute with precision. A workplace built on trust, collaboration, and direct communication eliminates distractions and inefficiencies—allowing us to focus on what truly matters: delivering high-quality solutions, on time and at scale.We don’t chase trends; we create value. Our commitment to operational excellence, a positive work environment, and customer-driven execution sets us apart. At SMT, we measure success by results—not noise.

Experience

1. Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Vice President

   Surface Mount Technology Corporation

   Jun 2007 — Present · Appleton, WI, US

   I have the responsibility for positioning the company operationally and financially to grow 30% in the next three years. I am responsible for all aspects of the company’s performance, including operations, procurement, and all areas of administration. I have successfully been able to drive profitability throughout the organization. I work for a great company, one that I can make a difference in each day at work.

Education

• University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Masters of Business

  1999 — 2002

• University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

  Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting / Finance

  1992 — 1996

Skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• Forecasting
• Continuous Improvement
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Strategy
• Product Development
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Mergers
• Manufacturing
• Contract Negotiation
• Start-Ups
• Financial Analysis
• Human Resources
• Electronics
• Supply Chain
• Budgeting
• Budgets
• Finance
• Pricing
• Business Development
• Executive Management
• Business Planning
• Operations Management
• Procurement
• Income Statement
• P&L
• Profitability
• Negotiation
• Cost
• Profit
• P&L Management
• Purchasing
• Process Improvement
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Leadership
• Accounting
• Team Building
• Management