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Executive iCEO #98067
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Joseph Elias's Profile

  • PositionCOO/Managing Director
  • NationalityGermany
  • Home countryGermany

Experience

including 25 years in progressive global leadership roles at a public traded company (NYSE: MEI) — I have consistently driven measurable value through operational transformation, international expansion, restructuring, and M&A integration.

Major Achievements

Delivered corporate sales growth from $428M to $1.18B, increasing shareholder value and market capitalization.Directed M&A evaluations and due diligence for multiple acquisitions totaling >$1B investment.Increased global productivity by 8% and reduced cost base through Lean-driven restructuring across all functions within the company, worldwide activities.Achieved the company’s highest net income ($123M in 2020) and elevated share price from $17 in 2013 to $55 in 2023.Recipient of the Maltese National Order of Merit in 2012 for contributions to industrial and international relations during the 2009 global crises.

Industry Sector Competencies

Sensors
Medical Equipment
Automotive
Engineering
Plastics

Professional Objectives

Function: CEO
Sector: Automotive and Industrial
Interim Manager: Yes
Permanent Position: No
Operational: Yes
Availability: Full time, coaching on demand
Prefered Locations: International

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Countries Covered

Albania
Dubai
Germany
USA
Vietnam

Operational Competencies

ESG & sustainability strategy (Professional)
Technologies to market (Expert)
Business development (Expert)
Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)
New product or service launch (Expert)
Geographical expansion (Expert)
Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)
Close down or sell off (Expert)
Pre or post investment audit (Professional)

Nationality

Germany

Home Country

Germany

Availability

Full time
Coaching on demand

Education

Mechanical, Industrial engineer PhD

Languages

English

Management Experience

More than 15 years

Company Size

Multinational

Interim Manager

Yes

Founder or Co-Founder

Yes

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