Darren T. Engle

Experience

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  Siemens Energy

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2006

  Mechanical Systems Engineer

  - Mechanical Integrity Analyst and an Integrated Product Team Lead- Project lead for new engine component development.- Interacted with vendors to resolve manufacturing issues and to reduce part costs.- Developed corrective actions for manufacturing induced deviations of components.- Designed and analyzed prototype, new and existing mechanical components for combustion turbine engines.- Attended and advised design reviews for new and/or modified parts or procedures.- Solved concerning field issues associated with combustion turbine engines.- Answered F.A.R’s and M.D.R’s as well as issued P.D.I’s and wrote Prod Mod’s and D-Sec’s.- Interacted with frame, drafting, aerodynamics, materials, supply management and manufacturing during the development of designs and preparation of drawings with due consideration for ease of manufacture, assembly, and field service.- Developed new and/or modified existing component design criteria with colleagues.- Published technical reports to document the design and analysis of new and/or existing mechanical components.- Traveled and wrote fact finding reports as required. Show less

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  Acudyn Incorporated

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2014

  Chief Executive Officer

  - Developed strategic plans to advance the company's mission and objectives and to promote revenue, profitability, and growth as an organization. - Ran company operations to insure production efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources. - Planned, developed, and implemented strategies for generating revenues for the company. - Identified acquisition and merger opportunities and directed implementation activities. - Approved company operational procedures, policies, and standards. - Reviewed activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives and revised objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions. - Evaluated performance of executives for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and contributions in attaining objectives. - Promoted the company through written articles and personal appearances at conferences and on radio and TV as required. - Represented the company at legislative sessions, committee meetings, and at formal functions. - Promoted the company to local, regional, national, and international constituencies. - Built a fundraising network using personal contacts, direct mail, special events, and foundation support. - Presented company report at Annual Stockholder and Board of Director meetings. - Directed company planning and policy-making committees. - Evaluated operating and financial performance of foreign operations. Show less

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  Faz Technology

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  Vice President of Engineering and Global Services | Chief Operating Officer

  - Interacted with corporate officers to define, refine and advance product vision, scalability and value.- Structured, planned, implemented, and maintained operational processes and services for all business segments.- Established operation standards for customer satisfaction, quality assurance, safety, and contract compliance.- Wrote requirements/specifications for all new products and additions to existing products.- Established, monitored and adjusted, as appropriate, success metrics at the department and team levels.- Provided technical leadership to the product team and support staff to define and deliver high quality results.​- Interacted with engineering to development feasibility/cost versus product/business impact models.- Drove product and positioning requirement solution sets across development teams through market.- Directed strategic planning, product design, quality assurance and problem resolution that met short-term and long-term company/customer objectives.​​ - Directed implementation and execution of operational policies and organization practices.​- Directed and encouraged operation leadership team members in continuous improvement processes.​- Provided leadership for problem resolution to facilitate faster improvements and improved working relationships.​- Provided strategic financial input and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization, e.g​. evaluation of potential alliances acquisitions and/​or mergers.​- Interacted with all internal departments to develop systems and controls that ensured compliance with quality standards.​ Show less

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  Multicore Photonics

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2020

  Chief Executive Officer

  - Developed strategic plans to advance the corporation's mission and objectives and promoted revenue, profitability, and growth of the organization. - Oversaw corporate operations to insure production efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources. - Interacted with corporate officers to define, refine and advance product vision, scalability and value.- Interacted with all internal departments to develop systems and controls that ensured compliance with corporate and quality standards.​- Structured, planed, implemented, and maintained operational processes and services for all business segments.- Established, monitored and adjusted, as appropriate, success metrics at all levels. - Directed implementation and execution of operational policies and organization practices.​- Directed and encourage the operation leadership team members in continuous improvement processes.​- Provided strategic financial input and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization, e.g​. evaluation of potential alliances acquisitions and/​or mergers.​- Evaluated performance of executives for compliance with established policies and objectives of the corporation. - Identified acquisition and merger opportunities and directed implementation activities. - Approved corporate operational procedures, policies, and standards. - Reviewed activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives, and revised objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions. - Promoted the corporation through written articles and personal appearances at conferences and on radio and TV as required. - Built a fundraising network using personal contacts, direct mail, special events, and foundation support. Show less

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  GiddyUp

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2024

  Vice President of Operations | Chief Financial Officer

  - Served as an executive of the company, providing positive leadership of the operational and financial functions company-wide, meeting all timelines and targets required for the successful operation of the organization.- Maintained executive responsibility for financial operations, including working capital, capital expenditures, debt levels, taxes, budget, and general accounting.- Developed and directed financial plans to the strategic business plan, company growth, and market opportunities and direction.- Established and managed company performance metrics, tracking, reporting, and improvements- Ensure company operational, HR, finance and legal procedures remain current and adhered to by all employees.- Established and maintained a process for monitoring active campaigns for compliance and protection from theft of IP, trademarks, copyrights, etc through appropriate legal action.- Established and maintained stable cash flow management policies and procedures, and ensure cash resources are available for daily operations and business and product development.- Established and provided oversight of all financial controls and metrics within the organization.- Analyzed current and future business operations and plans to determine operational and financial effectiveness.- Managed outside lending and equity relationships, as well as relations with investors and shareholders within the investment community.- Prepared and filed federal, state, third-party, and other financial reports to ensure compliance with GAAP, SEC, and IRS and other taxing entity requirements.- Evaluated, integrated, and managed the company’s financial functions.- Provided oversight of the operational and financial departments including resource planning, deliverables, staff appraisals, performance reviews, and annual salary reviews.- Maintained knowledge of industry best practices. Show less

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  Stratos Jet Charters, Inc.

  Jan 2024 - now

  Chief Operating Officer

  - Collaborate with C-suite in setting and driving organizational vision, operations strategy and hiring.- Direct corporate operations, oversee the execution of business initiatives, identify capital projects, develop partnerships and convey strategic risks.- Analyze market dynamics, monitor market share changes and ensure product performance.- Develop comprehensive strategic plans and growth strategies through C-Suite and BOD collaboration.- Translate strategy into actionable steps for growth, implementing organization-wide goal setting, performance management, and annual operations planning.- Oversee company operations and employee productivity, building a highly inclusive culture that ensures team members can thrive and that organizational goals are met.- Analyze internal operations and identify areas for process enhancement- Implement business strategies and plans that align with the short- and long-term objectives.- Oversee operations, HR, and accounting, and partner with CEO in sales management so that sufficient investment capital can be budgeted with the CFO for near-term growth targets.- Manage capital investments and expenses aggressively with the CFO to ensure that the company achieves investor targets for growth and profitability.- Monitor performance with tracking software and take corrective measures when necessary, and prepare detailed updates and forecasts.- Build and maintain trusting relationships with key customers, clients, partners, and stakeholders.- Ensure effective recruiting, onboarding, professional development, performance management, and retention.- Ensure compliance with national and local business regulations, and take appropriate action when necessary. Show less