1. DENNIS A. GRAHL
1729 Covey Rise Trail, Concord, Tennessee, 37922, P.865.310.6643 dennisagrahl@gmail.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/pub/dennis-grahl/83/a45/367/en
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT - CORPORATE FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP
Change Management - Turnaround - Operational Consulting – Business Leadership
Business-driven Operations and Corporate Financial Management Executive with an MBA, delivering outstanding
returns streamlining operational processes resulting in bottom line profits and organizational excellence. Superb leader with
sound business judgment and decision-making skills, as well as credible leadership in developing strategic vision and reducing
costs, generating financial success for the operation. Accustomed to fast-paced environments in large corporate settings and
small emerging growth and venture capital backed companies. Proactive manager and change agent; charismatic and
persuasive; clear communicator and trusted advisor. Open to both permanent and contract opportunities.
Financial Management
Strategic Business Planning
Public/Private Capital Markets
Equity Financing
Capital Expenditure Analysis
Planning, Control & Funding
Operational Strategy Analysis
Company Merges and Acquisitions
Contract Negotiations
Project Management
Business Analysis
Revenue/Profit Analysis
Optimization & Planning
Investor & Banking Relationships
Strategic Alliance
EDUCATION – SELECT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
 As an independent consultant retained pivotal roles with senior executives, boards, investors and key
stakeholders in small to large high-technology companies. Functioned as an internal adviser and interim CEO.
 Provided financial and fiscal management for an automotive parts manufacturer; Installed on-line cost
accounting/and inventory control system and established operational metrics.
 Reduced COGS by 28% and lowered raw material and finished goods inventory by 40%. Brought fiscal
accounting into GAAP and FASB compliance. Improved HIPPA compliance.
 Managed major projects including financial planning for decontamination and decommissioning of an above
and below ground coal mining operation and the planning for the decommissioning of a gaseous diffusion nuclear
chemical operation. Closed unprofitable manufacturing subsidiary and organized sale of a communications subsidiary.
 As CEO/CFO and Board Member executed successful a turnaround of a medical device manufacturer and
surgical services company; increased and average annual growth rate of 38%; eliminated 90% of debt and acquired
new private equity infusion.
 Grew medical device manufacturing and surgical service business in excess of 500% during tenure and
executed successful acquisition valued in excess of $25 Million.
 Led corporate effort in the planning and execution for a spin-off of a $1.5 Billion business unit with over 4000
union employees. Reduced operating costs by 8.5% with electric power cascade management refinement.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & CAREER HISTORY
SEAS, LLC……………………………………………………………………………………………………...2002-Present
Founder/Executive Consultant
 Provided a variety of administrative, financial production and operational consulting services to manufacturing and
service companies with sales ranging from $1 Million to over $200 Million in a variety of technology-based industries.
 Services included: financial and accounting support, GAAP compliance, KPI development, strategic and operational
guidance; capital acquisition (debt and equity), and updating business models. Restructure PPM’s and investor
presentations.
 Conducted SWOT analysis strategy and planning off-sites and developed priority assignments for production and
administrative functions. Refined manufacturing operations and created branding/marketing strategies. Managed
difficult investor, board and management relationships in an IOL company.
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2. DENNIS A. GRAHL
1729 Covey Rise Trail, Concord, Tennessee, 37922, P.865.310.6643 dennisagrahl@gmail.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/pub/dennis-grahl/83/a45/367/en
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT - CORPORATE FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP
Change Management - Turnaround - Operational Consulting – Business Leadership
MPI Products, LLC……………………………………………………………………………………………....2007-2014
Division Operations Controller
 Directed all fiscal and cost accounting activities in accordance with GAAP and FASB. Conducted financial and
operational analysis and developed KPI/Management Metrics (Excel based) and involved plant operating personnel.
Guided all audits. Participated and supported ISO/TS certification process inclusive of 5S standards and focused
work groups.
 Reduced inventory by 40%. Reduced COGS by 28% and established pattern of consistent positive cash flow.
Supported the corporate management team through Chapter 11 and sale of assets. Proficient in the installation and
use of manufacturing applications software and cost accounting, inventory control systems and Excel models.
Familiar with Human Resources, Payroll and Project Management systems, facilities management and PM scheduling.
Med Images, Inc.……………………………………………………………………………………………………1995-2003
President and CEO/CFO
 Responsible for total company operations, P&L, strategy, budget formulation and execution. Reduced debt and
restructured balance sheet and assured GAAP and FASB compliance; Established financial analysis review and board
reporting and guided all audits.
 Assembled and led an organization of over 60 direct employees and 75+ Sales Representatives in all facets of business
operations. Revised customer agreements increasing revenue by 20%. Restructured vendor contract terms for an
average of $80K in annual savings. Established 24/7 customer and technical support function.
Lockheed Martin Corporation……………………………………………………………………………………1986-1995
Director Technology Transfer, 1993-1995
 Guided corporate efforts to spin-off various leading edge DOE technologies into regional and national economy.
Represented technology based companies to the business and venture investor community and economic
development organizations. Performed financial and business analyses.
Manager Strategic Planning, 1986-1993
 Spearheaded Lockheed Martin corporate effort culminating in a $1.5 Billion spin-off and initial preparation for
successful NYSE offering of the United States Enrichment Corporation. Directed Cascade management team and
reduced operating costs by 8.5% while maintaining FAR/DCAA compliance. Responded to all audit requirements.
MILITARY - EDUCATION – CERTIFICATIONS - SERVICE
U.S. Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve. MOS of Strategic Logistical Supply Specialist and Personnel Specialist.
Clearances: DOD Secret (Inactive); DOE "Q" (Inactive).
Master`s Degree in Business Administration, Almeda University
B.S. Degree in Finance and Economics, University of Tennessee
Brookings Institute Corp. Fellowship - Corporate Fellowship/George Mason University
Mergers and Acquisitions, Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid
 Certified Mediator through the American Arbitration Association; Private Pilot Certification with SEL and
Complex Ratings.
 Provided volunteer guidance services for emerging technology companies as a part of the technology 2020
Mentors Group.
 Served as a volunteer member of the Technology 2020 CEO Council to address issues associated with new High
Technology companies and assist new CEO’s and CFO’s in the start-up and emerging growth stages.
 Participated in church outreach efforts and assisted in the formation of two new community outreach ministries.