Versatile executive with exceptional contributions in both the R&D and product area and marketing and sales for leaders such as Panasonic, Honeywell, SSI, Illinois Tool Works and Molex. Developed, commercialized and rolled out cutting-edge products for the high tech electronics, automotive/transportation and industrial sensor/control systems sectors. Delivered record revenue and margin growth. Experienced in startup and turnaround settings. Can make an impact by: * Planning & executing aggressive revenue, profit and market share growth strategies * Transforming breakthrough ideas into commercially successful revenue engines * Identifying & seizing emerging market, product & technology opportunities * Forging profitable partnerships, joint ventures & strategic alliances Known as a natural leader, visionary strategist, astute analyst, strong relationship builder, persuasive communicator and inspiring motivator.

Director of Sales and Marketing @ Panasonic Corporation of North America, a $75B diversified technology firm, 2011-Present. Roles include: Business Director. Promoted in 2013 to grow the Automotive Electronics division. Developed, marketed and sold solutions including electronic components and systems, switches, lighting, sensors, touch screens, cameras and other electronic devices. Group Manager, 2011-2013. Recruited to drive revenue and profit growth for automotive electronics business unit. Worked with R&D and product management to commercialize and roll out breakthrough solutions to emerging demand. From 2011 to Present (4 years) Director of Sales and Marketing @ Director, Sales & Marketing, SSI Technologies, 2007-2011. Recruited to direct global sales, product management, marketing and customer service for Controls Division specializing in industrial/transportation, commercial/consumer and Industrial control solutions. From 2007 to 2011 (4 years) Janesville/Beloit, Wisconsin AreaDirector of Strategic Marketing @ Honeywell International, a $32B diversified leader in technology, 1994-2007. Repeatedly promoted, roles in the $1B automotive/transportation sensor & Industrial controls division include: Director, Strategic Marketing, 2005-2007. Promoted to develop and bring new technologies to market while planning and leading strategic growth initiatives. Manager, Business Development, 2003-2005. Developed and executed global strategic plans to increase revenue, profits and market penetration. Previously, Manager of M&A, Program Manager, Sr. Design Engineer. From 1994 to 2007 (13 years) Project Engineer @ Responsible for the design and development of electrical switch products. From 1989 to 1994 (5 years) Design Engineer @ Responsible for the design and development of electrical connector products. From 1985 to 1994 (9 years)

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance & Marketing @ The University of ChicagoBachelor’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering @ University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Joseph Gierut is skilled in: Growth Strategies, Global Business Development, Sales, Marketing, Key Accounts, Strategic Planning, R&D, M&A, Corporate Development, Startups, Turnarounds, IP, B2B, Product Management, Program Management