Grant Whipple

About Grant Whipple

Grant Whipple is the President and COO of Winegard Company, a trusted connectivity partner with a long history of designing and manufacturing world-class products since 1953. In his role, Grant designs and implements the company\'s vision and mission, promotes company culture, and oversees its operations, including executive output.Grant is a seasoned technology/business executive and is adept at identifying opportunities that lead to the development of high-performance products and services. His move toward cloud enabled products and services along with omni-channel, customer focused interactions will allow businesses and end-consumers an all-in-one experience with the Winegard brand and products. Grant\'s strengths, leadership, and focus have also led to strategic acquisitions, edging forward Winegard\'s position as a technology leader.During his 15-year tenure, Grant has led the company through several transformations—from securing partnerships with the largest national and multinational retailers to harnessing the power of cloud computing and AI to support Winegard\'s ever-growing offering of Smart Wireless Solutions.As a transformational executive with foresight and imagination, Grant has an impressive history of surpassing ambitious business goals, delivering growth, and creating new revenue streams. Now, with global reach in mind, Grant\'s mission is to erase the lines between technology and human experience by offering best-in-class Smart Wireless Solutions for home, RV, marine, and industrial use.Grant earned his MBA from Rochester Institute of Technology and his B.A. from Augustana University, where he played NCAA football. He lives in Burlington, Iowa, with his family.

Experience

1. President & COO

   Winegard Company

   Jul 2016 — Present

Education

• Rochester Institute of Technology - Saunders College of Business

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

  2016 — 2017

• Augustana University (SD)

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), MIS

  1997 — 2001

Skills

• Wireless
• P&L Management
• Operational Planning
• Competitive Analysis
• Vsat
• Selling
• Satellite Tv
• Six Sigma
• Product Launch
• Key Account Management
• Process Improvement
• International Sales
• Supply Chain Management
• Antennas
• Satellite Communications
• Sales Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Lean Thinking
• Marketing Strategy
• Pricing
• Product Management
• Wireless Broadband
• Engineering Managment
• Telecommunications
• Product Development
• B2b
• Go-to-Market Strategy
• Strategic Partnerships
• Team Building
• Broadband
• Manufacturing
• Consumer Electronics
• Electronics
• Team Leadership
• Sales Operations
• Marketing Management
• Channel Partners
• Lean Manufacturing
• Mobile Devices
• New Business Development