Left to Right: Keith James- President; Russ Miller- Executive
VP: Donna Bunce- VP Education, Reed DuBow- VP Programs, Marc
Mastrangelo- VP Marketing, Margaret Fourounjian-VP Finance, Stephen Martin- VP
Marketing, Joseph Shedlawski- Headquarters President Elect
Russell Miller, CPIM, CIRM, President
Russ currently works as production planner for Pinnacle Foods Group, a producer of many iconic, premium brand food products such as Lender's Bagels, Aunt Jemima, Log Cabin & Mrs. Butterworth's syrups, Open Pit BBQ, Duncan Hines, Vlasic pickles, Chef's Choice, Celeste Pizza, Swanson meals, Armour, Van de kamp's & Mrs. Paul's seafood products.
Russ is a result-oriented, innovative professional with broad-based materials, manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, plant operations, and managerial experience with an emphasis in contract manufacturing. His prior experience includes work in varied industries such as electronics, medical devices, capital equipment, automotive, aerospace, and fashion.
Russ is also an APICS qualified instructor and has led certification classes for the NONJ chapter for the last 4 years. He has been an active member since joining APICS in 1999 and has proudly held a variety of positions with the board.
Keith James - Past President
Keith presently works for Crestron Electronics, the world's leading
manufacturer of advanced control and automation systems. He is a designer and
engineering liaison directing Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, SAP
Master Data and Quality Engineering departments for sustaining existing
products and leading New Product Introductions. He has been an active member
with the Society of Manufacturing Engineers and Northern New Jersey Chapter of
APICS for over 10 years.;
John Cochran - Past President & VP of
Membership
I was introduced to APICS in the late
'70's. My boss, at the time, had invited
several of the junior Planners to attend a meeting at the Friar Tuck. Our
company had become engaged in the design and implementation of an MRP system,
and he wanted us to get an introduction to the concepts involved.
Ten years later, I had the opportunity
to participate in a Materials Management Program, through a local College,
being presented on the site of my current employer. Personally, I decided that
the Certification offered by APICS would be a more valuable credential. At
that time, I joined the Society and began to attend review courses offered by
NONJ. My membership began in March of 1988, CPIM in December 1991.
Donna Bunce, CPIM, VP Education
I was first introduced to APICS in November 2001 by a
co-worker. CPIM certification was offered to the Logistics team of my company
as a means to set ourselves apart from our competitors. Never passing up an
opportunity to learn new things, I jumped at the chance. The classes, although
challenging, complimented my current knowledge. I completed all the modules and
earned my CPIM certification in April 2003.
"Not in the Manufacturing business??" - that's what I
thought while pursing my certification. However, I soon began to realize that
regardless of professional background, CPIM offers practices that can be
implemented universally. As the Senior Distribution Manager for Dendrite, a 3rd
party Distribution Center, the knowledge learned through my certification has
been invaluable. To maintain competitiveness and keep myself current with
operations management trends, I earned my CSCP certification in March of 2006.
I look forward to serving as VP of Education and hope to
have an exciting term.
Joe Cervino, VP Programs
Joe Cervino has been an APICS member for years 21 and a
member of the Northern New Jersey Chapter Board of Directors for 20 years. Joe
was chapter President in 1995 and 1996 and currently involved with the (PAC)
President Advisory Committee. Joe has over 24 years of experience in the Supply
Chain Management environment and is currently the Director of Logistics at
Nice-Pak Products Inc. Joe holds a BA from William Paterson University, BS in
Materials Management from Bloomfield College and a Master’s Degree in Operations
and Systems Management from NJIT. Joe’s supply chain experience covers several
manufacturing environments, which include: Aerospace/Defense, Biotech, Consumer
Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Private Label Liquid Products and Pre-Moistened
Wipes Industry.
Reed Dubow, VP Finance
Reed DuBow, CPIM, is the Director of Finance and Administration for The AIDS
Resource Foundation for Children in Newark. She specializes in general
accounting, compliance and organizational cost reduction. Prior to this, Reed
spent 10 years in Corporate Accounting as a Controller, performing SEC
compliance and reporting, for a public manufacturer of high-end electronic
testing equipment. Although Reed does not currently work in manufacturing, she
doesn't want to lose all the valuable information she has received during that
part of her career. As such, she enjoys volunteering for the Northern New Jersey
APICS Board of Directors.
Reed received her Bachelors of Arts degree from Muhlenberg College in
Accounting and French. Reed first joined APICS in November of 1999 and began
serving on the Board in Fiscal Year 2005 as Chairman of Pre-Dinner Forums.
She is currently in her second year as VP of Programs. She received her CPIM
certification in May 2006.
Stephen Martin, VP Marketing
Stephen is a senior supply chain consultant with Lee & Klatskin Associates in
Teterboro, NJ. A space and efficiency and turn around specialist, he
specializes in internal management and out-sourcing of back office operations
and services. He is disciplined in economical supply chain analysis, customer
care, logistics and distribution. Mr. Martin is near completion of his Black
belt in Six Sigma and is a certified ISO 9002
auditor. A former Board of Director for Princeton University & the University
of California, Fulfillment Services. Mr. Martin has held highly visible supply
chain positions with world-class service providers such as Staples, Time-Warner,
QRS, Corporate Express, John Wiley & Sons, GiftCertificates.Com, and the Pearson
Publishing Group. Some of Mr. Martin's memberships include the Council of
Supply Chain Management Professionals, The Warehouse and Education Council, The
NJ Material Handling Society and the International Society of Six Sigma
Professionals.
Mr. Martin has audited hundreds of customer care
and distribution centers worldwide and has negotiated and managed third party
service contracts for dozens of service providers. Mr. Martin's technical
knowledge and customer care experience prudently balance the "high touch vs.
high tech" formula for cost effective, world -class service delivery.
Joseph Shedlawski
Joseph F. Shedlawski, CPIM, is Principal, Commercial Operations Analysis,
for Wyeth Consumer Healthcare, located in Madison, New Jersey. He is
responsible for policies, practices, and metrics to improve and to
sustain the cost effectiveness and customer service level of supply
management activities. Joe has over 25 years of leadership
experience in many aspects of Operations Management, in both plant
and headquarters environments, in the pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and
consumer products businesses. Joe has a Bachelor of Science degree
in Biology from Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA, and an MBA in
Finance with Honors from Iona College, New Rochelle, NY.
Joe has been an
APICS-Northern New Jersey Chapter member for over 21 years and served as their
President in 1991. He is an APICS-certified CPIM Instructor as well as
Train-the-Trainer Instructor, and has conducted many seminars and presentations
for APICS at the Chapter, Regional, and International Conference levels. He has
served on the APICS Board of Directors in various capacities for seven years and
is currently the President-Elect of APICS.
Roody Blain VP Communication
Roody Blain provide implementation
and integration of SYSPRO ERP/CRM Solution (http://www.syspro.com/)
at Computer Business Systems (http://www.cbstechnologies.com/) located in Lodi, NJ.
CBS-Technologies is a Value Added Reseller of SYSPRO software. He is committed to
providing innovative yet practical solutions which enable our clients to gain a
competitive edge through the effective use of SYSPRO software and
information technology.
CBS-Technologies delivers high quality, cost effective solutions that can be
scaled or adjusted according to customer preference and project scope.
CBS-Technologies solutions are innovative, yet embrace proven technologies and
industry standards that help ensure system compatibility and longevity. (http://www.pricegrabbermall.com.)
Kevin Lami CPIM ,
Director of Arrangements
Here's a new feature to introduce you to our Board of Directors. These
vignettes will also appear in our newsletter "The Conveyor". As they become
available, they will be collected here on the website and updated, as needed.
Donna Gioffre - Region 2 VP/
Director of Employment
I have been an APICS volunteer for over 10 years, and was
recruited by a past president who was my instructor at Bloomfield College back
in the late 80’s. Being a part of the Northern NJ APICS board has helped my
career on many levels. APICS has given me the opportunity to expand my
horizons, test new ideas, and learn to think "out of the box". We work much
like most businesses, every year a budget is drawn, and a strategic plan is put
in place with measurements.The Northern NJ chapter is a platinum chapter and
it requires hard work to maintain such high standards. I have personally grown
along the way. You might find this hard to believe, but I used to be quiet and
shy. It helped me to break those barriers as well. Public speaking will not
terrify me any longer. Although my career has taken many turns during the last
10 years I have always been proud to be a part of the largest and best-run
business society.
About Donna
Donna Gioffre is currently working on her MBA through the
University of Phoenix on-line program and is a graduate of Bloomfield Collage
where she received a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Materials Management. Donna has over 15 years experience in Materials
Management and Government Contracts. She has worked for companies such as
Honeywell, ITT, Curtis Wright, and HMG Worldwide. Presently Donna is working as
a Quality Systems Leader at Honeywell in Teterboro, NJ. Donna is presently
serving as the APICS Northern New Jersey Chapter President.
Frederick J. Henkel - CPIM
Well, since honesty is the best policy, back in 1995 I was coerced by my new
boss, and the promise of a 10% increase upon my successful completion of CPIM
certification, to join and reap the benefits that come with membership. Needless
to say, I attended my first meeting where I met another "first timer" David
Lloyd. I’m not sure how Dave’s bio will read but I was totally intimidated by my
lack of knowledge for the first few meetings. ( acronyms being the only way
anyone communicates at meetings ) Gradually things started to make sense and I
could appreciate what was being offered to us at the Dinner Meetings. This lead
to the series of six CPIM courses and the mandatory tests. All the while,
meeting new people and exchanging ideas, challenges and solutions. In 1998 I was
approached to come to a board meeting to see if I could offer anything back to
our chapter. I started by assisting the VP of Membership and was appointed as
pre-dinner forum person the following year.
That same year I was asked to take over as VP of Finance. I spent two years
at that position and was elected as VP of Membership in 2001. The education I
have received, by being a member, is not just limited to the APICS Body of
Knowledge. Through my participation on the board I have gained insight into
corporate structure and operations. I have grown professionally and personally
due to my active participation.
About Fred
Fred is currently a Production and Inventory Control Manager for Zimmer
Industries, a small manufacturing company located in Hawthorne. Fred’s career
spans thirty-one years in metal working industries at a variety of positions
including Inspection, Quality Control, General Manager and Production Manager.
Hans D. Langert - Director of Seminars
I can remember the first professional development meeting I attended. One of
my co-workers asked me if I wanted a free meal paid for by my company. Hey, why
not. That was back in June of 1989. I was really impressed with the
professionalism of the guest speaker’s presentation. So impressed that I became
a member in September of that year. Having witnessed the quality and production
problems faced by American manufactures in the 80’s and the upsurge of foreign
competition. I was looking for a vehicle, which could assist manufacturers in
becoming more competitive. APICS provides the platform for all companies to gain
the body of knowledge needed to be competitive. APICS has also provide me with
the personal and professional growth I have needed to remain competitive. We all
know learning is a continuous process and APICS continues to provided me
insight. I encourage everyone to take an active role within the educational
society for resource management and put to use the knowledge you have gained.
About Hans
Hans has been an active board member since 1990, serving as company
coordinator, Director of Company Coordinators, VP of Finance, VP of Marketing,
Director of Seminars, and currently Executive VP. His professional career has
spanned both the operational and supply chain management arenas. Hans began his
career as a production supervisor with the Ford Motor Company then moved on to
materials manager/plant manager for Sunbeam then onto VP of manufacturing at
Edwards Engineering to his current position of Plant General Manager for
Interdynamics.
