Type Of Business:
Consulting firm
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Sales identification; Program management; Acquisition management; Customer relationship development
Major Product/SVS:
Business consultation including sales and program management solutions; Relationship building consulting services; Business and value opportunity analysis
Favorite Business Publication:
Crain's Automotive News; AutoWeek; Plastics News; Forbes; The Wall Street Journal
Hobbies/Sports:
Golfing; Hunting; Woodworking; Traveling; Competing with his two Whitmore black labradors in field trials and hunting trials
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Business Administration, Minor in Computer Science and Pre-Engineering, Siena Heights University (1986); Associate Degree in Construction Technology, Ferris State University (1976)
Affiliations Awards:
Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit; SAE International
State/Country of Origin:
MI/USA
Work History:
Global Liaison for Automotive Seating, General Motors; Acquisition Manager, Advanced Business Development Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager, Business Unit, General Motors, North America; Program Director, Program Manager, Account Manager, General Motors; Account Manager, Business Manager, Inland Fisher Guide, Division of General Motors (Now Delphi)
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Mr. Baker's greatest career achievement was generating total sales of over $12B in his career.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of his career is being able to create win-win situations for his clients.
Charity:
Board of Directors, Metro Detroit Chapter, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation; Former Vice President, Metro Detroit Chapter, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Number Of Years In Profession:
27
Number Of Years In Current Position:
4
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his industrial knowledge, ability to network with people and maintain integrity in relationships.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he wanted to establish a business and help people.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Baker attended management briefing seminars from 1998 to 2003, organized by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, which is currently operated by the Center for Automotive Research chaired by Dr. David Cole. He also serves as a consultant for Solution Strategies, Inc. and has co-authored the Value Opportunity Analysis Product Enhancement offered by the company. He also conducts training seminars in business opportunity analysis through Solution Strategies, Inc.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Analyzing and fulfilling customer requests; Identifying competitors and business opportunities; Managing cost reduction; Conducting meetings and workshops
Education Certifications:
Training in Problem Solving and Decision Making, Kepner-Tregoe, Inc. (1996); Certification in Conversational Spanish, General Motors University (1995); Certification in Nuts and Bolts Negotiation, General Motors University (1994); Certification in Small End Financing and Leasing (1989); Certification, Wall Street Journal Education
Awards/Honors:
Who's Who Among College Students in American Universities and Colleges (1985); Who's Who Among American High School Students (1974)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Baker hopes to expand his client base and assist clients in improving and expanding their individual business to the fullest potential.