Safety conscious and results orientated leadership personality that is dedicated to sustainable manufacturing with a circular economic approach. Striving to ensure that future generations have opportunities to learn, grow and seek employment in the pulp and paper manufacturing industry.
31 years of paper industry experience starting with Champion International Corporation in Courtland, AL, which later became International Paper. Currently employed with Essity Professional Hygiene in the capacity of Technical Services Manager at Essity’s Cherokee, AL facility.
Have been involved in green field and brown field mill projects from design, construction, startup, and operations. Active in talent acquisition and training of entry level engineers into the paper industry and enjoy building a future for the next generation of paper professionals.
TAPPI member since 1991 and involved with the Gulf Coast TAPPI Local Section serving on the executive committee and held officer positions for repeat tenures. Member of the TAPPI Yankee Dryer Safety Committee.