Robert Lewis:
CLASS OF 1976
East Providence High SchoolClass of 1976
East providence, RI
University of New HavenClass of 1992
West haven, CT
Roger Williams University - EngineeringClass of 1981
Bristol, RI
Robert's Story
For more than 25 years he has provided strategy and on-the-ground leadership to propel companies to profitable growth in the most challenging circumstances¿such as a factory start-up in China, a total restructuring in the entire Asia-Pacific region, and a from-scratch distribution organization across Europe. His experience spans multiple industries, worldwide geographies, and both executive and consulting roles. He has worked extensively throughout Southeast Asia, Russia, Europe, and the Americas.
As a global strategy consultant, Bob has guided US and international companies on Asian business expansion and brought operational expertise to manufacturing organizations. His vast knowledge of Chinese sourcing, manufacturing, and business practices has enabled diverse companies to quickly and efficiently tap into the explosive Chinese market and generate millions of dollars of profitable revenue.
In his first foray in Asia, as General Manager for Chemfab, Bob performed the nearly impossible task of constructing a new manufacturing fac...Expand for more
ility on time and under budget.
Bob began his career in quality engineering and manufacturing engineering, progressing to product and sales management for industrial products and selling to both commercial and government accounts. His strengths in operations management are complemented by strong capabilities in sales, marketing, and business development; and perhaps his greatest talent is the ability to build relationships with employees and customers as well as within government agencies and industry organizations.
Bob earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Roger Williams University and an MBA in International Marketing at the University of New Haven. Comfortable in diverse multicultural environments, Bob speaks Mandarin Chinese and readily adapts to new people, new cultures, and new challenges.
Currently Bob lives in New Hampshire with his wife Lynn. They both enjoy traveling for golf, back packing trips, exploring the USA riding their 2003 Road King FLHRI. His daughter Veronica has given them a wonderful grandson Mason.
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