MICHAEL ANDERSON
48 EVANSBROOKE RISE NW CALGARY AB T3P 1C6
Tel: 403-274-8625 Cell. 403-399-8625 Email: manderson@mikeslaststand.net
May 12th, 2006
Dear Reader,
I do have experience in a great variety of roles within a broad spectrum of industries and I would like to highlight the specific facets of my experience that may be pertinent.
Soon after graduating as a Chemical Engineer I was appointed as a plant superintendent at a fertilizer plant in Sasolburg, South Africa, home of the pioneering gasoline from coal plant. This exposure first led me to understand the complexity of the world liquid fuel equation. Later, in the role of Development Manager of Sable Chemical Industries, I extended this involvement by studying the manufacture of ammonia and methanol from coal in reports presented to the government of Rhodesia, and later Zimbabwe.
The fabric of the energy equation was further fleshed out for me by my involvement in the construction and operation of the largest pressure electrolysis hydrogen generation plant. This gave me exposure to large scale electrical distribution and an in depth understanding of the economic factors involved in generation of electricity from hydro stations and hydrocarbon fuels. (Just as an aside, during this period I was appointed to the board of the National Trust of Rhodesia, and was instrumental in the acquisition of a unique geological and habitat area for preservation by the Trust.)
My later career took me into senior corporate management at Chief Executive level, and, after immigrating to Canada, into consulting mainly to small entrepreneurial companies. This required me to hone my skills of report writing, presentation and liaison with government and other external institutions. This period also demonstrated my ability to listen to clients and absorb the facts, make informed judgments based upon these facts, and deliver clear and concise conclusions.
All this experience has moulded me into a multifaceted generalist of considerable talents. Perhaps these talents could be of use even to a single minded oilman!
In any event, should you be able and willing to pass my resume around, I would be most appreciative, and I look forward to discussing my qualifications with you in person.
Yours truly,
MICHAEL ANDERSON
48 Evansbrook Rise NW (403) 399 8625 (cell)
Calgary AB (403) 274 8625 (home)
email ma03602@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE: As General Manager or Strategic Planner, to use my extensive general knowledge, and knowledge of business practice to make a contribution to a well run enterprise.
SUMMARY of QUALIFICATIONS
A Graduate Engineer with Harvard Business training, a dynamic, action oriented member of a team, and a team leader who gets results. Many years experience in all aspects of business, large or small. Can talk accounting to the accountants, marketing to the sales force, and engineering to the operations team.
EDUCATION
B.Sc (Chemical Engineering), University of Cape Town
Member Institution of Chemical Engineers, London. Chartered Engineer.
Harvard Business School Advanced Management Program
EMPLOYMENT
Current Senior Business Analyst, IPA Chicago IL
Studying the shortcomings of small businesses and advising on solutions.
2003--2005 General Manager, Atlantic Controls, Inc. St Augustine FL
Succeeded in avoiding bankruptcy of this severely troubled company, and organized new financing.
1983-2003 Owner, Michael Anderson Consulting Inc.
Over a period of 15 years I operated as a consultant and/or contract manager for several clients in Canada and the US. I specialized in strategic management planning, and crisis management including venture capital disbursement, corporate funding, corporate sale, growth management and mergers. Typical assignments were:
General Manager, Sirtech Software, Ogdensburg NY (two separate two year stints)
Operations Manager, Artistic Impressions Chicago
President, Frantec Software Distributors, Ottawa Canada
1977-1982 President and CEO, Blue Ribbon Industries Ltd
Appointed initially as a Technical Director, I stewarded this mini conglomerate food company through a major acquisition to quadruple its sales and establish it as a stable force in its sector. Corporate sales when I left were $80 million in grains, oils, soaps, cosmetics, packaging, and stockfeeds.
1970-1977 Development Manager, Sable Chemical Industries Ltd.
Appointed as a project engineer, then project manager I controlled the acquisition and construction of the first, and still the only anhydrous ammonia plant in Rhodesia (which became Zimbabwe). Built during sanctions, this project was as much a commercial triumph as it was a technical wonder. I also built and managed the operating team through the commissioning and initial operating years.
