Gary Herman
A bit about Gary
- Corporate Culture
- Manufacturing
- CEO Coaching for Private and Public Sectors
- Board Development
Meet Gary Herman
Gary helps CEOs enhance the performance of their companies by improving the PROCESS, the PRODUCT, and the PEOPLE. He is a results-driven, strategic, relationship-focused Executive with nearly 4 decades of experience in private and public sector organizations. He is recognized as an exceptional leader who drives positive, customer-focused corporate culture and connects easily at all levels.
Gary brings his 35+ years of experience in a variety of roles including CEO, COO / EVP / VP Operations / Engineering / Procurement/Supply Chain in high growth and established companies and is focused on helping Manufacturing companies achieve superior top-line and bottom-line performance.
Prior to consulting, Gary spent 5+ years as CEO of the Industry Training Authority (ITA). This organization runs the apprenticeship system for all skilled trades training for BC.
Before ITA, Gary spent many years in various manufacturing companies in both ON & BC, with 19 years in executive roles. These companies had annual revenues up to $400M+. The products included auto parts, railway trackwork, agricultural equipment, steelmaking, and large capital projects for mining, oil and gas, automotive, aerospace, pulp & paper, marine and clean energy sectors.
Gary’s specialties include Executive Leadership, Operational Excellence and Management Development. He is a certified Tool & Die Maker and Die Sinker (forging), Certified Manufacturing Engineer, MBA and Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD.D). Gary has a solid track record of helping businesses become more successful.
Gary 's Group Overview
Gary leads and mentors CEOs from diverse sectors to help them resolve their biggest challenges. His unique background starting in skilled trades combined with a business education including an MBA and ICD.D, means he truly understand the manufacturing world from top to bottom. These experiences combined with my lead-by-example approach enable me to consult on all aspects of the business process, from strategic planning with Boards and CEOs to operations excellence.
He leads by example, develops strong leaders and challenges people to achieve their best. Gary is also an experienced Board Director in the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors.
Group Member Overview
Gary leads and mentors a Forum Group of CEOs to help them resolve their biggest challenges.
Manufacturing
Financial Management
Machinery
Plumbing and Mechanical
Natural Resource Management
Clean Energy
Meeting Locations
Gary’s forum groups meet 7 times per year. Each member hosts the meeting at their preferred location which are hosted in and around Vancouver, BC.
WHAT CAN PEER LEARNING DO FOR YOU?
Vision
The collective group will be able to provide valuable insights as to future outcomes.
SHARED EXPERIENCE
A valuable platform for creating a collective narrative that strengthens connections and promotes a sense of community.
SUPPORT
Members find a supportive community that offers insights, understanding and creates a valuable network for navigating challenges and fostering personal growth.
