Michael J.

Parise
Minnetrista, Minnesota 55364 (612) 518-1441 E-mail: mjparise@managetoexecute.com A well established and proven professional, with exceptional experience, and a strong reputation for setting business execution standards and delivering on all challenges. Strong leadership skills with a solid foundation in product development, technology management, business development, and business management. Strategic centered leadership with an understanding of the need to drive alignment across all elements of the business. Background includes significant international business experience working for the establishment and management of international business opportunities, relationships, and programs. Looking to apply this broad and proven skill set to enhance an organizations ability to innovate and consistently execute to commitments while constantly striving to move to the next level of performance. CURRENT BACKGROUND Owner ManageToExecute - Consulting (2001 Present) Provide services to leading technology companies as a Consultant and established ManageToExecute as a consulting company to provide services with a focus on Strategic Execution. Developed and Published the Strategic Execution Manual in 2006. The Strategic Execution Manual provides an organization with detailed instructions on the creation of a vision, the establishment of a comprehensive strategic plan, and then defines the processes and culture necessary to allow the execution and realization of the vision. Services: Strategic Plan Development Business Development Proposal Management Product Development Technology Management Program Management M&A Analysis and Execution Support Complete Skill Set to Drive Business Execution and Success: A commitment to the philosophy of driving alignment across the business organization with an understanding that a commitment to business alignment is the key to achieving executional success and the full realization of strategic objectives. Strategic Management Ability to work closely within the Executive Management Team to define the need for comprehensive strategic thinking while providing a proven set of tools that enable the creation and realization of effective Strategic Plans along with the establishment of associated business execution requirements and processes. Business Development A thorough understanding of the business development process involving the identification of market requirements, the establishment of customer relationships, the generation of world class proposals, and the alignment of program and technology needs that fully support the execution of business development plans. Product Development and Technology Management A strong product and technology development background that brings a comprehensive understanding of the technology management process. A complete understanding for the need to align business and technology activities, including the establishment of technology/product roadmaps and the creation of development programs that consistently meets executional commitments. Program Management Recognized program management skills with a history of successfully executing programs to schedule and cost commitments. Bringing a set of disciplined yet

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simple processes for the establishment and execution of product and technology development programs. Mergers and Acquisitions Providing expertise in the due diligence aspects of technology driven M&A activities with a focus on fully defining the current value and the cost of integrating products and technologies into the receiving organization. Notable Accomplishments: Facilitation of the Strategic Planning and Execution Process with Clients based on the model defined in the Strategic Execution Manual. Served, under a consultancy agreement, as acting Chief Technology Officer for a major technology company providing services to multiple business units both domestic and international. Developed a life-cycle model and future product roadmap for a clients critical but aging system level capability in a critical market area leading to the establishment of a noncompetitive next generation program award with value over $400M. Identified a significant new market opportunity for a client involving a complex hardware and software system. Established position with customer, developed win strategies, defined system level technical solution, and led all proposal activities. The international client won this program displacing a strong market incumbent gaining a new market position with value over $300M Supported the early M&A process and then led the successful move of a major business, including all technology and products, from Minneapolis to a leading international company in Fort Worth. A true M&A success story! Provided a leading role in the establishment of a new International Business Unit at this Fort Worth Company. Numerous other key accomplishments available for discussion. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE BFGoodrich, Inc. Burnsville, MN (1998 2000) Director of Engineering, Aircraft Sensor Division, Commercial Transportation Business Held the position of Director of Engineering and also served as Business Unit Team Leader for an organization of over 100 persons with $80M in annual revenues. Restructured the engineering organization to address both product development and product support problems. This was very successful in achieving significant improvements in product development execution to both technical and business expectations. Improved Domestic and International customer confidence by aggressive identification and resolution of several high profile manufacturing and field service issues. As Business Team Leader introduced and led the institution of a structured Business Management Team, facilitating the coordination of engineering, business development, business administration, and manufacturing leaders. This created a more effective business environment by allowing improved flow of information and ideas leading to more effective coordination and execution in all aspects of the organization.

Honeywell, Inc., Minneapolis, MN (1979 1998) Business Director (Acting), Display and Orientation Products, Sensors and Guidance Division (1997-1998) Served in an acting role as Business Director for the Displays and Orientation Products Business Unit during a period of organizational change. Responsible for P&L and management of all business unit functions including engineering, marketing, manufacturing, finance and contracts involving over 40 direct employees with annual sales of $25M. Provided leadership in the development of a comprehensive Strategic Plan that was held up as a model for other Business Units.

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Program Manager, Display and Orientation Products, Fixed Wing Market Segment, Sensors and Guidance Division (1991-1997) Responsible for all product and business development activities related to this market segment. Duties included responsibility for technology and marketing strategies, coordinating product development and marketing activities, management of proposal efforts, management of customer relationships, and oversight of manufacturing and product delivery commitments. Established a major international partnership with a leading UK defense company and worked hand in hand to secure additional business opportunities in the European market place. Nominated, in 1995, 1996 and 1997 for the Honeywell LUND AWARD. A nomination by peers to reflect outstanding management ability and recognition as a People Developer, Role Model and Coach. Systems Engineer, Display and Orientation Products, Sensors and Guidance Division (1986-1991) Responsible for the definition and development of technology and products including design, design control, team leadership, performance and cost management, overall program execution to schedule, and technical customer interface. Led the development of Advanced Video Processing Systems as well as Helmet Mounted Displays and Head Tracking Systems. Received, in 1990, Honeywells HAROLD SWEATT AWARD for the development of advanced digital video technologies. This is Honeywells most prestigious technical award and is presented to only a few scientists/engineers annually on a worldwide basis. Received, in 1989, the GENE ZARA AWARD for outstanding individual contribution to the National Aerospace Plane (NASP) program. This is a national award coming out of the NASP program office in Washington D.C. The first and only non-prime contractor employee to receive this award. Design/Systems Engineer, Flight Control and Navigation Products, Sensors and Guidance Division (1979-1986) Responsible for the design of specific elements of a technology or product. During this period performed duties as both a designer and systems engineer. Primary focus was on the development of Honeywells family of Embedded Processors.

EDUCATION B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Iowa State University, 1979 M.S. Degree in the Management of Technology (MSMOT), University of Minnesota/Carlson School of Business - Center for the Development of Technology Leadership (CDTL), 1996 (Technology Focused Executive MBA)

OTHER 1971-1975 United States Air Force, Electronics Technician Publications: "Strategic Execution Manual", Published in 2006 as a cornerstone to ManageToExecute, Available through most on-line bookstores Numerous other papers published and presented in professional forums