Keith Meads

Director of National Accounts @Carolina Industrial Products, Inc.

Charlotte, NC, US

Partnering with national and global corporations on the design, proposal, and implementation of customized industrial lead-acid and lithium-ion battery solutions for the warehousing, distribution, and manufacturing market sectors. Through thorough on-site analysis of a facility’s operation using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, propose innovative motive power solutions for clients’ material handling equipment, including the AGV/Automatic Guided Vehicle market segment. Work closely with AGV manufacturers to translate equipment design specifications into a tailored lithium-ion or lead-acid battery product to provide the required amp hours and run-time. Engineer energy storage systems matched to high efficiency charger solutions to return measured amp hours to each battery for optimal performance and life. Structure, sell, and implement total management of a facility’s motive power needs as defined as Energy-as-a-Service, including remote wireless battery monitoring, utilization management, maintenance, and fleet optimization. Integrate solar solution for a facility\'s motive power fleet to meet sustainability and green energy initiatives. Create, implement, and oversee the execution of national contracts.

Bishop Eustace Preparatory School

College Preparatory

Villanova University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Major in Business Management