Chris Gardner
Regional Business Manager @DuPont™ Spectrum™
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WORK HISTORY
Regional Business Manager @DuPont™ Spectrum™
MN, US
REGIONAL BUSINESS MANAGER | SPECTRUM PLASTICS GROUP (DUPONT)| 2024 – PRESENT• Formally recognized as a top producer in new pipeline development, consistently driving results in highly competitive markets.• Spearheaded development programs, transfers, commercialization launch through scaled production, as well as continuous improvement (CI) initiatives with start-ups and Tier 1 partners.• • Solution Selling – Delivered tailored, value driven solutions that consistently exceeded client expectations and secured multimillion dollar contracts.• • New Business Development – Built and expanded pipelines, closing $7M+ in new business within the first 18 months.• • Contract Manufacturing – Partnered with CDMOs and OEMs to scale production efficiently, aligning with strategic growth initiatives.• • Collaborative Problem Solving – Worked cross functionally with clinical, technical and executives to resolve complex challenges, improving operational efficiency and outcomes.• • Cross-functional Coordination – Led diverse teams across sales, operations, and manufacturing to ensure seamless execution of $20M+ in active programs.• • Strategic Account Development – Cultivated long term relationships with Tier 1 partners, securing $16M+ in awards projected to close within 18 months.• • Contract Negotiation – Negotiated high value agreements that strengthened partnerships and drove sustained revenue growth.• • Project Management – Directed multiple concurrent initiatives, delivering results on time and within budget while supporting organizational success.
EDUCATION
University of St. Thomas
BA, Major: Behavioral Neuroscience, Minor: Business Administration
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business
MBA, Business Administration
SKILLS
ABOUT CHRIS GARDNER
Leads, Revenue and Relationship generator.Dedicated healthcare business leader with extensive experience in CDMO and OEM manufacturing, commercialization, and distribution partnerships. Skilled at engaging stakeholders across the healthcare spectrum, from front-line clinical staff to C-suite executives. Veteran sales professional with a proven track record of uncovering, developing, and driving new opportunities within complex organizations, consistently exceeding revenue growth targets and contributing to team success. Recognized for improving patient outcomes, enhancing healthcare worker safety, and driving operational efficiency and financial performance through innovative technologies and deep expertise in healthcare delivery processes. Proficient in cross-functional, value-based selling of technical products and service solutions, with demonstrated success managing the entire sales cycle from lead generation to proposal development and long-term client relationship growth. Adept at using analytical approaches to optimize internal processes and client operations. Natural leader and quick learner with strong interpersonal and communication skills.Consistently delivering results for 20 years. 2 time President\'s Club award recipient. National Accounts Team of the Year, Sales Gold Club, Silver Star award.
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