Dennis Evans

About Dennis Evans

As a confident, goal-oriented leader with over 35 years of experience in the supply chain and innovation space, I specialize in driving strategic transformation through collaboration, insight, and execution. I proactively plan for success and have a proven track record of delivering valuable results—whether through large-scale initiatives or incremental improvements.My career spans manufacturing, procurement, and supply chain, where I’ve consistently leveraged my experience, engineering background and collaborative leadership style to optimize processes and deliver measurable impact. Currently, as a Senior Innovation R&D Professional at Hallmark, I lead cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance production efficiency and align with business goals.I’m known for my pationate, strategic, and decisive approach, and I thrive on influencing business decisions by communicating meaningful insights and presenting solutions that challenge the status quo. My expertise includes print and converting technologies, and I’m passionate about operational excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement.I’m always looking to connect with others—whether to learn, collaborate, mentor, or recruit. Let’s connect and explore how we can grow together.

Experience

1. Senior Research and Development Engineer

   Hallmark Cards

   Feb 2007 — Present

   As a Senior Innovation R&D Professional at Hallmark, I lead cross-functional teams to implement innovative technology solutions that enhance production efficiency and align with strategic business goals. My expertise spans print and converting technologies, and I am passionate about driving operational excellence, championing sustainability, and fostering continuous improvement.I thrive on influencing business decisions by communicating meaningful insights and presenting new solutions that challenge the status quo. My commitment to sharing knowledge and mentoring colleagues ensures our teams stay ahead of industry trends and deliver exceptional results across Hallmark’s diverse product spectrum.• Ensure alignment of technological advancements with the strategic goals of Hallmark to drive business growth and operational excellence.• Provide expertise and guidance on best practices in print and converting technologies to optimize production capabilities. • Lead projects from conception to execution, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgetary constraints.• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement by staying abreast of industry trends and integrating cutting-edge technologies into Hallmark\'s operations.• Champion sustainability initiatives within the production environment, promoting eco-friendly practices and reducing environmental impact.• Proactively identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction, driving significant improvements in productivity and quality.• Act as a key liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project objectives.• Maintain a high level of technical proficiency and share knowledge with colleagues through training sessions, workshops, and mentorship programs.• Hallmark\'s print spectrum, conventional/digital: Ink jet, litho, flexo, screen print, bronze, and other growing digital applications.

Education

• University of Central Missouri

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Graphic Arts Management & Technologies

  1986 — 1989

Skills

• Offset Printing
• Color Management
• Print Production Management
• Print Production
• Digital Printing
• Lean Manufacturing
• Offset
• Production
• Process Improvement
• Problem Solving
• Operations Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Ink
• Print
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Consumer Products
• Print Management
• Supply Chain
• Product Development
• Pre-Press
• Quality Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Adobe Acrobat
• Screen Printing
• Production Planning
• Value Stream Mapping
• Management
• Integration
• Strategic Sourcing
• Manufacturing
• Packaging
• Business Process Improvement
• Packaging Design