We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Gary Spoerre to the role of Director, Sales Enablement. Gary brings 29 years of invaluable experience in process engineering and management across diverse sectors such as manufacturing, electronics, software, education, and aerospace.
In his previous roles, Gary has demonstrated an impressive ability to lead teams, establish standards, and train personnel, resulting in enhanced production, reduced defects, and improved safety. Notably, during his tenure at General Dynamics, he successfully managed their learning management systems and the ongoing training of 400+ site personnel. His dedication to creating comprehensive documentation and providing effective training contributed significantly to a safer work environment and improved product quality. At Whirlpool/Maytag, he trained and counseled employees on product quality improvement, workstation safety, and continuous process improvement. Gary’s role in redesigning the production training program resulted in a significant reduction in rework, lowered injury risks, and increased employee cross-training.
Gary’s multifaceted expertise extends into the aerospace and software fields, where he coordinated complex electronics assembly projects, managed software installation and customer service teams, and developed procedures to ensure consistent customer satisfaction.
Gary holds a Master’s in Education from Southern Illinois University and a BS in Industrial Engineering. His military service as Petty Officer, 2nd Class (E-5) for the U.S. Navy and Sergeant (E-5) for the USARNG showcases his commitment to excellence and discipline.
Additionally, Gary is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and holds certifications in the Society for HR Management, Foundations of Project Management and Lean Systems Design.
Please join me in congratulating Gary Spoerre on his well-earned promotion! His wealth of experience and dedication will undoubtedly continue to drive success in his new role as Director, Sales Enablement.