Innovative Transformations LLC.

Consultant for Long Island Manufacturing Extension Partnership at Stony Brook University.  MEP provides subsidized funding for Nassau and Suffolk county Manufacturers through the Dept of Commerce’s MEP-NIST.  LIMEP assists small to medium-sized manufacturing companies to develop business growth and increase competitiveness through optimization of their manufacturing processes and products, training and workforce development.

Consultant for LIMEP

Helping Connecticut businesses realize their maximum potential via Operations Transformation

Connecticut Manufacturing Ambassador #500

Our mission is to deliver exceptional sustained value to our customers by teaching leaders at all levels how to continuously deliver breakthrough results with strategic kaikaku and innovative breakthrough kaizen.

CEO and Owner

Data Device Corporation

Director Of Operations

Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions

Sr. Production Manager

United Technologies Aerospace Systems (Formerly Hamilton-Sundstrand)

Implemented mixed model production line for all legacy products, incorporating all of the latest ACE elements.   Achieved and maintained the ACE Silver level for Air Management Systems Operations Business.

Continuous Improvement Manager

MTU AENA

•	Led MTU’s HPC Component Integrated Product Team (CIPT) for the NGPF partner program with Pratt and Whitney.
•	Presented engineering changes to the Systems Integrated Product Team (SIPT) for approval on behalf of the Munich HPC Module Team
•	As an ACE council member and lean transformation expert, led MTU AENA to achieve ACE Gold on August 25, 2010.  Identified the gaps and worked the closure plans.  Revamped the company’s approach to QCPC, Quality Clinic Process Charting to bring them into full compliance with ACE Gold requirements.  Developed and then delivered the advanced training and administrative and software support systems required to achieve gap closure.

NGPF, HPC Deputy CIPT Leader

Goodrich

•	Managed entire shop operations in a union environment for the production of gears, shafts, bearings and valves for hydro-mechanical pump assemblies.  Responsible for a team of 62 employees (4 production supervisors who supervise a total of 50 union employees, 7 manufacturing engineers and one materials manager),  budgeting, delivery, manufacturing engineering, quality control, tooling and other related operations.
•	Main responsibilities included managing customer expectations, delivery performance, overall operating costs and budget, inventory, quality, methods and personnel associated with lean manufacturing.  
•	Utilized strong leadership background in lean, operations and supply management to improve performance in on-time delivery, work order velocity, first pass yield, product cost and to continually drive out waste in order to generate capacity for organic growth.

Director of Manufacturing

Sikorsky Aircraft

Outsourced the S-76 helicopter to Keystone.  Drove a 40+ member team with weekly meetings and aggressive schedule.  Plan was executed flawlessly in 3 months, 3 months ahead of schedule.

Drove the rapid recovery of the main gearbox to support the production build schedule.  Utilized daily support at production meetings and kaizen events in underperforming areas and suppliers to pull all late parts into plan.

Recruited by Goodrich in December 2006 to join their leadership team.

Transformation Manager

Pratt & Whitney

2 year assignment to develop lean leadership at the executive level of the company.  Delivered quarterly report outs to P&W President and his executive team.

Prior to this role, held many different roles at P&W:  Manufacturing Engineer, Tool Designer, Design Engineer, Continuous Improvement Specialist, Supply Chain Specialist and Supply Chain Manager.

High Impact ACE Team Leader

-Are you a manufacturer struggling with meeting delivery promises consistently?

-Do you rely on overtime to catch up when falling behind?

Is missed revenue a recurring issue?

Do you often find yourself altering production plans to prioritize quicker, lower-priority orders to make up for revenue shortfalls?

(Keep reading)

I've been in your shoes, facing these challenges at various companies.

In the past, we would use a mix of overtime and "pull-ins" of lower-priority orders to meet delivery and revenue goals.

However, this approach often led to late deliveries for some customers, early deliveries for others, and supply chain disruptions due to shortened lead times for replacement parts.

Here's the good news:

You can meet both customer and shareholder expectations without constantly modifying production plans, ensuring continuous, sustainable high-level results.

If you're a manufacturer who is…

❌ Frustrated with missing delivery commitments to customers and revenue promises to shareholders.

❌ Exhausted by asking employees to work endless overtime, burning them out in pursuit of sales and revenue targets.

❌ Seeking a more predictable and reliable way to run your production lines that consistently satisfies customers and shareholders.

Then I have a solution that will end your woes once and for all.

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By leveraging "Zen Sales to Shipments" for your business, you will:

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Please visit our website to schedule an initial consultation with us, or click on the Zen Bootcamp button on our home page to become a certified operations transformation leader at your company.

www.innovativetransformations.org

Nicole Snurkowski

The Promoted

At The Promoted, we help ambitious corporate leaders take charge of their careers and finally get noticed. No fluff—just real, practical tools and insider strategies to help you stand out and level up. Led by a former SVP and Head of HR, we offer an insider’s guide to getting noticed and unlocking the secrets of career advancement in the corporate world.

Founder & CEO

Bamboo Leader Group

At BLG, we are passionate about helping companies develop post-M&A people & culture integration plans that create engaged and productive employees and operational profitability. In addition to supporting institutions, we work directly with driven leaders within organizations facing large-scale change as they navigate through uncertainty while building strong personal-brands.

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Fractional Leadership

I am a member of Fractional Leadership, an elite community of independently vetted Fractional Leaders with the expertise, industry experience, and executive background to serve small and medium size businesses who need our level of support, producing results at a fraction of the time and cost.

Fractional Leadership is a great resource for the fractional executive leadership industry whether for fractional executives themselves or for business owners looking for information about it.

Fractional HR Leader 

Modis

Head of Human Resources North American Region

Florida Blue

Head of Human Resources, Enabling Functions

Entrepreneurs'​ Organization

Guest Speaker

Bank of America

Head of HR for US Dealer Services and US Business Asset Lending

SVP, Global Human Resources Executive

Senior Human Resources Manager

Deutsche Bank

HR support to Deutsche Bank's Global Sales & Trading division.

HR Generalist

I help companies accelerate M&A integration and large-scale change success 🔥 Expert Leadership & Career Advisor 🔥 Fractional HR Leader

As the CEO of The Promoted, I help ambitious corporate leaders break through career stagnation and achieve the promotions they deserve without sacrificing their well-being. With 20+ years of experience as a former F500 SVP and Head of HR, I’ve sat in countless rooms where decisions about promotions were made—and I know exactly what it takes to stand out, lead effectively, and advance to the next level.

At The Promoted, I teach leaders how to navigate the unwritten rules of the corporate game. Through my signature programs and one-on-one coaching, I provide the clarity, strategies, and tools leaders need to take control of their careers, build executive presence, and gain recognition for their contributions.

I also work as a Fractional Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and a trusted partner to organizations undergoing transformational change, including mergers and acquisitions. My expertise in aligning leadership, people strategies, and operational objectives helps businesses navigate transitions with confidence, ensuring both cultural and operational success.

I’m passionate about empowering leaders to realize their full potential. Having coached thousands of executives, I’ve seen how the right mindset, skills, and strategies can turn frustration into fulfillment—and I’m here to help make that transformation a reality.

If you’re a corporate leader ready to take charge of your career, let’s connect.

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