David Degraaf

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ABOUT DAVID DEGRAAF

I am a strategic, innovative and forward thinking executive (President, VP, GM) committed to building business success through customer service, teamwork and people development. Successful experience in global, cross-functional, complex matrixed organizations with multiple key stakeholders. In my current role, I am responsible for defining and implementing our strategic vision and business objectives while managing all functions and customer activities. Throughout my career, I’ve continuously been challenged with positions of greater responsibilities and scope, in multiple regions and divisions and continue to exceed expectations. MY GUIDING PRINCIPLES:(carried over from my Air Force career)1. Integrity first 2. Service before self3. Excellence in all I do. MY LEADERSHIP STYLE:I am a high energy, strategic, visionary, collaborative leader willing to take on tough challenges and consistently acknowledged for delivering results. Often the ‘go to person’ for difficult and challenging assignments and consistently score in the top quartile for Leadership Effectiveness and Employee Engagement. I lead and develop cross functional teams to ensure our customers’ success, improve business operations while growing the top and bottom line. I advocate teamwork, providing honest feedback and ensure to celebrate employee achievements. SPECIALTIES:Global Business Development, Complex Negotiations, Global Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Development, Product Development, Market Analysis, Global Account Management, Product Launch, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Budget Planning & Management, Employee Training, Mentoring, Process Improvement, Organizational Development, Global Account Management. Program Management and P&L Management. Automotive News Rising Stars Award, 2016