Kees Preston

BoM specialist: Working collaboratively with a major automotive OEM to deliver a turnkey solution for Bill of Materials management on 20+ vehicle programs across North America.

On a team of young talented superstars representing over 20 countries, working together in unique global think tanks to solve problems, provide solutions and new ideas and to kick-start innovative programs. Working both online and offline, the Millennial Catalysts provide a direct source of insight from this critical demographic.

Omnibus is a mobile platform designed to make riding public transit easier and less stressfull. Working with team to develop idea, validate concept with users, build MVP, and develop business plan, winning 1st place and $5,000 seed funding at GiveBackHack.

Traveled 3 continents learning as much as possible about different cultures, design philosophies, problem solving approaches, and creating locally adapted solutions for local problems.

Visiting accounts and build relationships to increase sales, as well as introducing new customers to our products via samplings and special events.

Focusing on the manufacturing of 100% soy based candles in recycled glass bottles, providing quality candles with a lower environmental impact than traditional candles.

Built upon my past experiences in engineering and the arts by installing and rebuilding kilns, clay mixers, clay extruders, and all other relevenat infrastucture. Designed, built, and installed various tooling holders, and managed incoming shipments.

Responsible for booking a diverse range of speakers for the largest, free, student-run social entrepreneurship conference in the midwest; taking place Feb 13th, 2016.

Draft marketing copy, create social media content, develop best practices, draft weekly marketing emails, Research background info for upcoming exhibits.

Launched and grew Columbus’ first alleycat race series. Developed partnerships with 17 organizations and built a recognizable brand.

Key Responsibilities: • Collaborated with a team setting up a new manufacturing cell to make titanium tubing in-house. • Developed a SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Dies) system for punches in 400 ton brake press. • Designed new material handling system to minimize handling damage. • Documented existing tools for replacement/historical purposes.

The Ohio State University Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Department has two shops in which students can build prototypes for their projects. One shop is dedicated to wood, and the other to metal; I have worked in both. My primary responsibilities included teaching students how to safely use all machines, providing design advice on projects, and running parts on a 3-D CNC router.

Additional studies with focus on Environmental Science and Entrepreneurship.