Francisco Gonzalez
Senior Technical Executive | Global Technology Strategy | Innovation | Manufacturing | Commercial Vehicles| Chassis Engineering
- Role
- Regional Growth Manager at Genedge
- Location
- Roanoke, VA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Francisco Gonzalez
Senior executive for innovation and technology with a distinguished +25 year career in the automotive industry. Expert knowledge in the design, development and manufacture frames and chassis components for the commercial vehicles and light truck markets. Through powerful industry and business development insights, I create and execute compelling technology strategies, and develop high-performing teams.My core mission is to provide strategic guidance and drive to expert technical teams and business leaders, so they can take decisive actions, and empower them to turn innovative concepts into reality. I focus on advancing product and process technologies, that are implemented as new manufacturing solutions that elevate performance, cost-effectiveness, safety, and environmental sustainability. I am passionate about fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration that embraces experimentation. My leadership style is rooted in the commitment to transparency, humility and the development of individuals; I am an advocate for the greater good and breaking down silos. My ultimate goal is to ensure that enterprises pioneer in technological innovation and deliver exceptional value to customers and stakeholders.
Experience
Regional Growth Manager
Jun 2024 — Present · Roanoke, VA, US
Lead business development efforts to support manufacturers in the Roanoke and New River Valley regions of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Collaborate with business owners, senior executives, economic developers, and industry associations, to help manufacturing, engineering, and technology companies manage the full lifecycle of projects supporting the companies’ strategic goals.
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Masters, Automotive Systems Engineering
1999 — 2002
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Certificate Program, Professional Certificate Program in Innovation and Technology
2015 — 2017
Universidad de Monterrey
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
1992 — 1997
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