“For a leader in business development Eric is unique with skills for connecting with Clients over the long term and providing a demonstrated competence that brings them to a solution that works everyone. This focus on Client needs and disciplined execution are the key traits that enable Eric to succeed and provide high value. Anyone will be enriched from time spent with him.” April 29, 2008

Bryant Underwood, Director, Client Services, Solectron
worked directly with Eric at Flextronics

“Eric is an excellent leader and mentor. He knows when to get involved and when to let his staff work independently while never loosing sight of goals. Eric has the ability to sell ideas both internally and externally to acquire resources needed to accomplish objectives on time in a very professional manner.” April 26, 2008

Chuck Henry, Sales Director, Solectron Global Services
reported to Eric at Flextronics

“Eric is an enthusiastic, insightful, innovative, versatile and knowledgeable person. He pays attention to what motivates people, both peers and subordinates, and he appreciates and acknowledges others. He is always optimistic, and adds creativity and energy to whatever he undertakes. He is very relationship focused and has a good intuition in anticipating management and customer motivations. He is flexible and casual in his approach to situations. He is not afraid to dig into complex situations or problems. I would absolutely work with Eric again.” October 23, 2007

Karen Morphy, Global Account Director, Solectron
reported to Eric at Solectron

“Eric managed the Account Management activities of key accounts and the HDD business segment. Eric is a true professional; very diligent and well respected internal and by the customer base. Eric is creative and has a knack of lining up the company's offered value proposition with the requirements of prospective clients. I recommend him highly.” October 9, 2007

Bert Munnikhuis, Executive VP; Business Development, Teleplan
managed Eric at Teleplan International

“Eric led our Global Sales efforts for Storage Products. His infectious enthusiasm and creativity to map and present new solutions or strategies made him an invaluable asset to the team.” May 1, 2008

Terry Dunn, General Manager, Teleplan
worked directly with Eric at Teleplan International

“As a past customer of Eric’s I was initially impressed with Eric’s knowledge of Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chain Management. After working with Eric I respected him for his professional ethics and personal integrity. Eric’s commercial knowledge was a key contributor in the development of our outsourced warranty services strategy as well as in planning for the services transition of this business. I look forward to having the opportunity to have Eric represent my business interests in the future.” April 30, 2008

Craig Kirk, Director of Service Operation, Gateway, Inc.
was with another company when working with Eric at Teleplan International

“I worked with Eric on several occasions in account development, contract negotiations, pricing development and various aspects of account managment with several large accounts. In my opinion, Eric was an excellent negotiator, very good at developing pricing models and very creative when working with customers to develop win/win solutions. Working with Eric helped me improve my business development and customer solution skills. He was a great asset for our business development team.” April 28, 2008

Ted Hawkins, Mgr. Business Development, Teleplan Dallas
worked directly with Eric at Teleplan International

“Eric is a seasoned business development professional with uncompromising integrity and personal ethics. He is a high energy indivdual who always 'walks the talk" in setting and working priorities. I have not seen anyone more enthusiastic than Eric in gettting the task completed and maintaining a level-headed composure at the same time. Eric will be a great asset to any organisation.” February 4, 2008

Dennis Yip, Vice President, Sales & Account Management, Solectron Corp.
worked directly with Eric at Teleplan International

Maxtor

“On the projects I worked on, Eric had an uncanny ability to be both detail orientated and then step up to a strategic view. He also can effectively communicate that vision to all levels affected by the project. Eric always worked through issues with the team and he understands all the nuances of effective Program Management.” April 28, 2008

Becky Sutro, Sr. Materials Program Manager, Maxtor
worked with Eric at Maxtor

“Eric's leadership for HDD new product teams achieved time to market / money, ramp to volume and cost and helped Maxtor achieve it's market share goals through the delivery of products to high volume manufacturing, capable to deliver compelling results to Maxtor's top line and gross margin goals. His leadership led to significant transformational process improvements in Maxtor's Product Development and Life Cycle management processes. He is a strong and visionary leader. Uses delegation effectively. Is a strong, clear communicator and delivers results. Dave Wiley VP, Global Customer Service Seagate Technologies, LLC” October 3, 2007

Dave. Wiley, VP New Product Introduction, Maxtor Corp.
managed Eric at Maxtor

“Eric deserves my highest recommendation. I've worked on and off with him throughout the years, in mulitple roles.” April 26, 2008

Tom McDorman, Executive Director Manufacturing Engineering, Seagate Technology
worked with Eric at Seagate

“I have crossed paths with Eric several times in the past and have been amazed at his accomplishments, dedication, and leadership he exhibits each time. Truely a dedicated leader and employee in each instance. Setting and hitting goals, generating new ideas, always thinking ahead and out of the box. Well respected by peers and Management. Eric is quick to learn and adapt to any industry and environment and as such can immediately contribute to the bottom line. I strongly recommend Eric for employment and any company adding him to their team will benefit them greatly. Regards” April 28, 2008

Bill Greaves, Materials Manager, Flextronics
worked with Eric at Information Magnetics