PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Samuel M.
Thomas, Jr.
252 Willow Lake Drive
Aiken, SC 29803
E-Mail:
smthomas@ix.netcom.com
TELEPHONE: (803) 644-3094
SYNOPSIS:
A broad background in successful turnaround of corporations, divisions, profit centers, programs and products through the application of management, marketing and technical leadership. Responsible for profitable product and market creation with the use of minimum investment and resources. Recognized leader in the field of Informatics and Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence.
Business experience includes: Corporate CEO; Management of national sales and service of computer peripheral equipment; Management of marketing, manufacturing and engineering development of digital processing and read out, data transmission, electromechanical devices, radio communication and navigation systems and satellite communications equipment. Extensive experience in specification and Federal Procurement of complex weapons and communications systems.
Level of responsibility have included:
-Chairman of BOD
-President/CEO
-Executive Vice President
-Vice President, General Manager
-Vice President of Engineering
-Consultant to Management
-Product Manager
-Engineering Manager
EDUCATION:
Master of Science, Electrical Engineering 1959
University of Michigan , Ann Arbor, Michigan
Bachelor of Science, Engineering 1953
U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY
(Entered West Point from. 2nd Dist. Arkansas)
Registered South Carolina Residential Builder , 1995
PERSONAL:
Age: Born August 7, 1931
Married:
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 280 lbs.
Health: Excellent
CLEARANCE:
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ASSOCIATIONS:
Rotary International, Internet Society (ISOC), International Association of Web Masters and Designers (IAWMD), AFCEA, AUSA, AOC, AFA, Sig.C. Reg. Assn, Navy League, Board of Advisors National Science Center Foundation for Communications and Electronics, Served as Initial Chairman Strategic Initiatives Sub-Committee, Military Affairs, Augusta Chamber of Commerce, Federal Wireless Users Forum., VFW, SAR., MOWW, AOG-US Military Academy.
SAMUEL M. THOMAS, JR.
smthomas@ix.netcom.com
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
EXPERIENCE:
INFORMATION SYSTEMS CORPORATION
Augusta, Georgia
Information Systems Corporation was formed in 1987 as a Senior Executive level management consulting firm specializing in effective management and competitive business and profitability development. Beginning 1989 operations were expanded to include development, marketing and manufacture of advanced technology communications, computer and networking products and services. The company serves both commercial and government with a variety of hardware, software and services with emphasis on computer systems, wireless networks, direct and online information and media technologies, data security, and special applications such as Telemedicine Systems.
Founder
Established and Incorporated ISC. Expanded the company to include a network of over thirty recognized executive leaders in the advanced technology Electronic and Computer Industry with expertise in General Management, Operational Analysis, Market Development, Proposal Strategy and Preparation, Contracting and Negotiations, Logistics as well as Management Development. Expanded ISC to include hardware and software development and production and consolidated operations in Augusta, Georgia.. Mr. Thomas is retired as Chairman/CEO and remains associated with the company as an Independent Consultant in the fields of Management and Infomatics as well as Government Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence system planning, procurement and implementation.
CINCINNATI ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati Electronics is a well known supplier of Tactical Secure Communication Systems and Aerospace Products operating under a Special Security Agreement (SSA) with the U. S. Department of Defense.
Chairman of Board of Directors
Responsible to the shareholder (Marconi Co. plc) for all financial and operating activity of the Corporation and to the United States Government for assuring adherence to the Special Security Agreement by the foreign owners.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Planned and implemented business strategies to reestablish the corporation as a respected and successful Prime contractor for major DOD advanced technology programs. Competitively won R&D backlog was significantly increased in first 12 months by achievement of an 80% win ratio for new business.
Executive Vice President
Corporate Executive responsible for the business operations of the C3I Division and the Space Products Division.
HAZELTINE CORPORATION
Greenlawn, New York
Hazeltine Corporation is a major producer of sophisticated military electronics equipment including equipment for communications, IFF, landing systems and anti-submarine warfare.
Vice President, Communications Systems
Responsible for the formation, planning and execution of the communication products business at Hazeltine Corporation. Major programs included enhanced JTIDS (SEEK TALK), Microwave Landing Systems for FAA and non-federal, Advanced Sonobuoy
Communication Link, Receiver Systems and Low Cost Packet Radio Communications Systems. Planned and directed the growth of the communications business from its formation into a highly competitive multi-million dollar R&D base for the Hazeltine Corporation and industry leader in the field of Packet Radio..
MERGENTHALER LINOTYPE COMPANY
Plainview, New York (Division of Eltra Corp.)
Mergenthaler Group is the world's largest producer of photo composition equipment, offering a full range of small, self-contained equipment to the largest sophisticated computer systems.
Director of Customer Services
Responsible for the reorganization and integration of world-wide after-sale support of Mergenthaler products into a direct P&L operation. Customer Services, including Product Support, Service, Training, Spare Parts and Repair Businesses, was established October l975, under the Director of Customer Services.
POTTER INSTRUMENT COMPANY, INC.
Melville, New York
Potter was one of the largest manufacturers of computer peripheral equipment, with annual sales of $35 million, serving both end user leased equipments and OEM markets.
Vice President and General Manager
Potter Data Systems ,Inc. and Data Products Service ,Inc. National lease and service of Potter peripheral equipment and annual revenues of $8 million.
LORAL CORPORATION
New York, New York
Sales $20MM. Design, development and manufacture of computer controlled microwave receivers, multi-function large screen displays and electromechanical products.
Vice President of Engineering
Technical and administrative responsibility for development of electronic systems and marketing support. Approximately 180 engineering personnel.
BOWMAR INSTRUMENT CORPORATION
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Sales $19MM. Design, development and manufacture of precision electromechanical products, control mechanisms, digital and analog communication and computer equipments and displays.
Vice President and General Manager
Electronic Systems Division.
Personally established the Division as a significant P&L center. Organized and staffed the Division rapidly, including the manufacturing operation for volume production of complex systems. The initial difficult goals of the Division were accomplished, allowing the Corporation to meet the financial plan.
Director of Engineering and Systems Marketing
Technical and administrative responsibilities for electronic and electromechanical component and system engineering. Also responsible for marketing, sales and contract administration of electronic systems and related equipment.
THE MAGNAVOX COMPANY, G & I DIVISION
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Sales $100+MM. Design, development and manufacture of communications, navigation, electronic warfare, radar and ASW equipments.
Engineering Section Manager
Responsible for design, development and qualification of miniature communications equipment under contracts acquired as Marketing Product Manager.
Program Manager (Satellite Navigation Equipments)
Responsible to the General Manager for marketing and engineering of these equipments under Government contracts and for the internal development and sales of industrial versions as standard products.
Product Manager (Communications Equipment)
Unique and creative marketing generated the new product area of miniature
communications equipment with a minimum of direct investment.
Senior Staff Engineer
Communication and Navigation Engineering Department. Airborne and vehicular equipment study and proposal responsibility.
U.S. ARMY, SIGNAL CORPS.(Officer, R&D Specialist)
Commanding Officer
Special Operations Unit 23, (Middle East)
Asst. Chief Technical Staff
U.S. Army Electronics Research and Development Laboratory, Fort Monmouth, New Jersey. Project Officer for ADVENT and SYNCOMM Satellite Programs, AN/PPS-6 Radar, AN/USD-5 Drone and Tactical Communications projects.
Liaison Officer "Project Michigan"
Willow Run Laboratory, University of Michigan. R&D in scanning IR and Sidelooking Radar, and other advanced electronics techniques.
PATENTS:
"Stator Assembly for Electromagnetic Indicating Apparatus" Serial No. 3,478,349 11/11/69
"Rotatable Indicator Using Light-Emitting Diode Back Lighting" 11/12/70
"Method and Apparatus for Determining a Measured Direction Relative to an External Magnetic Direction." Serial No. 528,428 11/29/74