Michael is a top-level executive at Tapecon, Inc., a five-generation, family-owned contract manufacturer based in Buffalo, New York. An expert in operations business processes and supply chain performance practices, Michael has demonstrated leadership and innovation at Tapecon with the application of IT and redesigned business processes and electronic workflow. Michael has deep knowledge and experience in all aspects of supply operations, materials management, purchasing, production planning, inventory management, new product development, logistics, applied business systems and integrated business process management. He is skilled in Process Engineering, Lean, TOC and Six Sigma practices, and is a promoter of leading the charge with the development of the Supply Chain Management Process Standards within his organization.