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Nancy J. Thomsen

Parker

Summary

Charismatic executive with a captivating presence that engages and inspires audiences. Exceptional analytical skills to formulate effective strategies and successfully implement operational plans. Achieves objectives through decisive decision-making, while upholding values, accountability, and financial management. Possesses innate perseverance and a winning attitude, believing in the achievability of anything. Highly polished in presentation skills, business acumen, public relations, and boardroom poise. Excels in building highly effective teams and empowering staff to become leaders. Results-driven professional ready to lead and inspire teams towards achieving organizational goals. Brings extensive experience in developing and executing strategic initiatives that drive growth and operational excellence. Strong focus on team collaboration and goal achievement, remaining adaptable to changing business needs. Skilled in strategic planning and financial management.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer and COO

DBT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Company Overview: DBT Transportation Services was a privately held company servicing the aviation industry with automated weather observation systems and full aviation field services, with FAA data dissemination nationwide until December of 2021
  • DBT was acquired by ADB Safegate Americas LLC and continued to run as a sole entity under the parent company
  • Assumed role of CEO upon departure of former CEO and business partner
  • Continued to lead the company in all daily aspects after acquired by ADB Safegate Americas LLC in December of 2021

Chief Operating Officer and Owner

DBT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Company Overview: DBT Transportation Services was a privately held company servicing the aviation industry with automated weather observation systems and full aviation field services, with FAA data dissemination nationwide until December of 2021
  • DBT was acquired by ADB Safegate Americas LLC and continued to run as a sole entity under the parent company
  • Supervision of all 40 employees and oversaw daily operations and sales
  • Lead all FAA initiatives and contractual obligations/regulations
  • Lead all business development, corporate acquisition initiatives and reviewed all contracts as primary signer of company

Executive Vice President and Owner

DBT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC
08.2016 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: DBT Transportation Services was a privately held company servicing the aviation industry with automated weather observation systems and full aviation field services, with FAA data dissemination nationwide until December of 2021
  • DBT was acquired by ADB Safegate Americas LLC and continued to run as a sole entity under the parent company
  • Primary responsibly daily operations, sales and service
  • Development and supervision of all 29 employees
  • Implemented ERP system and oversaw conversion of 1200 customer accounts/vendors

North American Market and Sales Manager

VAISALA INC.
05.2011 - 02.2015
  • Company Overview: Vaisala is the global leader in environmental and industrial measurement with sales of $400 million globally providing a comprehensive range of observation and measurement products, software and services for weather observation
  • Headquartered in Finland, Vaisala employs 1,400
  • Elevated to dual role by Global Senior Management which combined National Sales Manager with the responsibility of Market Segment Manager
  • I was responsible for business development, product development, manufacturing forecast, business reporting, R & D, and all cross-functional support which required building global relationships
  • Additional responsibilities included managing inside sales, OPEX control, cost management, accounts receivable and payable, and U.S./Canadian governmental regulations and compliance

National Sales Manager – Airport

National Sales Manager – Airport
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Hired to build and manage a team of remotely located sales managers that would refocus sales energies on customer solutions (SaaS) and away from traditional product sales
  • Company was behind target when hired, recovered over $3.5 M in 4 months, resulting in $5.0 Million over budget at year end

U.S. Aviation Manager

EPIC AVIATION, dba Air BP Aviation Services
01.2002 - 01.2009
  • Company Overview: Air BP Aviation Services was a joint-venture with British Petroleum, a $350 billion oil company, serving as the U.S
  • Marketing and sales division for Jet Fuel to General and Business Aviation customers branding over 425 domestic locations for product fulfillment and 15,000 end-user customers
  • Promoted to U.S
  • Management role overseeing $90 Million in sales portfolio with full P&L accountability for aviation fuel and services, built U.S
  • Sales management team to include customer and product training, lead double digit growth year over year and retain 95% customer base and satisfaction through rebranding/reimaging program

Product Manager

EPIC AVIATION, dba Air BP Aviation Services
01.2001 - 01.2002
  • Company Overview: Air BP Aviation Services was a joint-venture with British Petroleum, a $350 billion oil company, serving as the U.S
  • Marketing and sales division for Jet Fuel to General and Business Aviation customers branding over 425 domestic locations for product fulfillment and 15,000 end-user customers
  • Hired to launch the first online aviation reservation system (SaaS) to schedule and transact fuel sales worldwide
  • Responsible for product brand management, go-to-market strategy, hire and train sales managers nationwide, and full P&L

Flight School Director

THUNDER AVIATION
01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Company Overview: Thunder Aviation Services was a start-up company built to provide start to finish comprehensive general and business aviation solutions
  • This included flight training, aircraft leasing, aircraft management, FBO services, aircraft maintenance, and charter operations
  • Acting as General Manager, was responsible for all employee matters, operational decisions, scheduling and planning
  • Forecasted revenue, implemented OPEX controls and wrote corporate procedure, policy and process manuals
  • Recruited, hired and trained 27 flight instructors, actively managed 45 employees
  • Purchased fleet assets exceeding $3.0 Million
  • Tasked with rebranding effort inclusive of new logo design, color schematic, and print layout material
  • Charged with public relations activities and moved reputation from locally known to nationally recognized company
  • Presented at National Convention on “Marketing and Making Money”
  • Member of NATA Flight Training Committee and helped author best practice document for running and operating flight training business

Education

Masters of Arts - Biology, Chemistry, Physics in Science Education

The University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry Minor

The University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa

Private Pilot - instrument-rated, single-engine land

Skills

  • Strategic business development
  • Business strategy formulation
  • Government Relations
  • Effective communication
  • Service excellence
  • Proven leadership experience
  • Sales strategy development
  • Budgeting / Forecasting
  • Innovative problem resolution
  • Collegial Decision-Making
  • Achievement-driven
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Efficiency optimization in operations
  • Experience in mergers and acquisitions
  • MRP system transition management

Accomplishments

  • Organized investment group to purchase European assets in U.S. aviation arena.
  • Grew aviation product, service and data business EBITA 8X in 5 years.
  • Lead all sales, service and product development to meet business objectives with YOY growth.
  • Influenced global airline industry change in de-icing standards and process to incorporate new technology to reduce EPA impact and improve safety.
  • Assisted FAA flight standards department A-200 in writing regulatory policy to incorporate global SAE de-icing standards.
  • Redefined sales and service strategy to retain 98% customer base and customer satisfaction.
  • Moved a standard hardware company into new products of Information as a Service and Software as a Service through design of customer solutions and Board of Directors approval.
  • Horizontally expanded company’s product offering through M & A, increased divisions revenue by 33%.
  • Managed P & L’s from $20M - $90M, to include forecasting of revenue and projected 5-year sales plans.
  • Managed full marketing plan to include logo and color scheme changes and industry introductory launch.
  • Recognized within global company for exceptional talent management.

Affiliations

  • Women’s Leadership Foundation – Charter Member
  • Denver Chamber of Commerce – Corporate Member
  • Greater St. Louis Business Aviation Association – Board Member
  • National Air Transportation (NATA) – Airport Committee Member
  • National Air Transportation (NATA) – Flight Training Committee Member
  • National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) – Corporate Member
  • Aircraft Owners & Pilot Association (AOPA)
  • SAE International, G-12 Committee

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer and COO

DBT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC
02.2023 - 12.2023

Chief Operating Officer and Owner

DBT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC
01.2019 - 12.2021

Executive Vice President and Owner

DBT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC
08.2016 - 01.2019

North American Market and Sales Manager

VAISALA INC.
05.2011 - 02.2015

National Sales Manager – Airport

National Sales Manager – Airport
01.2009 - 01.2011

U.S. Aviation Manager

EPIC AVIATION, dba Air BP Aviation Services
01.2002 - 01.2009

Product Manager

EPIC AVIATION, dba Air BP Aviation Services
01.2001 - 01.2002

Flight School Director

THUNDER AVIATION
01.1999 - 01.2001

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry Minor

The University of Iowa

Private Pilot - instrument-rated, single-engine land

Masters of Arts - Biology, Chemistry, Physics in Science Education

The University of Iowa
Nancy J. Thomsen