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Spotlight Mark Kelly – September

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Engineering/Operations/Manufacturing/Supply Chain

September 2024

Senior Director, Product Management

Accomplished product management leader with 15 years’ experience of delivering LED component and sub-system solutions for a diverse range of lighting applications including consumer, hospitality, retail, specifier and automotive lighting. Exceptional reputation for driving product roadmap strategy and go-to-market execution. Achieved numerous design wins with key customers, resulting in $50M+ in incremental annual revenue. Strong combination of business, technical and operational skills coupled with a laser focus on business results.

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Director of Applications Engineering

Accomplished executive with 20+ years of experience in engineering, product strategy, sales execution building high-performing teams and delivering top-tier customer support across diverse industries. Experience lighting professional in C&I, retail and outdoor applications; an expert in thermal management, drivers and controls (0-10VDC, Dali/DMX, BLE/Zigbee). Developed a $20M pipeline in new business and sold into direct accounts and distribution/rep channels doubling revenue to $100M.

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Optical Metrology Development and Support

Master optical metrologist supporting challenging LED lighting and flat-panel display performance measurements. Utilizes calibrated spectroradiometers, CMOS cameras, and customized optical goniometers that display beam shapes and viewing ranges in real-time. These goniometers map brightness and color >1000X faster and with >1000X higher resolution than traditional mechanical goniometers, reducing measurement time while improving fidelity.

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Commercial Leader – Lighting

Servant-leader who embraces extreme ownership with over 10-years in sales, operations, and product/project management roles in lamps and industrial/outdoor lighting. Unique mix of customer-centric and consultative selling along with analytical capabilities which led to finding and maintaining a major customer who accounted for 40% of revenue while in sales and a 25% cost reduction on the largest volume line as a product manager.

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About Mark Kelly

Mark Kelly is an Account Executive with Pompeo Group, specializing in recruitment for Engineering, Operations, and Contract positions for lighting manufacturers, distributors and energy service providers. His foundation in leadership was cultivated through his experience in the US Navy, GE, Seoul Semiconductor and Leff Electric. Mark earned a BS in Electrical Engineering, an MBA, and has over 20 years of technical and commercial expertise.

"Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to meet and correspond with many professional recruiters. Pompeo Group is by far the most detail-oriented team of experts with whom I have had the chance to work. They pay attention to every detail and guide you through the entire job interview process! They are true asset to our industry helping you reach your true potential.”

Ian Ielfield

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“I have worked with Pompeo Group as both a candidate and a client. I used their services to bring people into one company I was at and they recruited me for a leadership role at another. I found the entire team to be extremely responsive and their knowledge of the industry was second to none.”

David Cohen

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"Unlike other search firms with whom I have worked in the past, Pompeo Group was focused on understanding a candidate’s personality, skill set, and geographic desires---they didn’t just submit a resume to as many companies as possible."

Howard Wolfman

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“Pompeo Group afforded me the opportunity to work through the hiring process the way it works best for me. Paul helped make the experience very easy and without any pressure. Staffing for high level positions can be very daunting at times, especially in a highly active labor market, and I was assured to take my time and proceed in a manner that was most comfortable for me.”

Nathan Sloan

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In a very competitive recruiting market, we look to hire game-changers to join our team. Pompeo Group has been a great partner for us and has delivered on the assignments we’ve given Paul and his team.

Jeff Croskey

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“The Pompeo Group helped me win my position as Senior Vice President. I was represented well, and the communication was outstanding. I always knew where I stood and what options were available. Paul and his team are the consummate professionals---capable, confident, and most important---discreet. Pompeo Group is my go-to for talent in lighting.”

Kevin Grayson

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“We have used the Pompeo group successfully over the years for positions from sales to engineering and they have consistently brought highly qualified candidates to the table."

Chris Kreuter

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“No one does the recruiting business with more integrity and innovation…Pompeo Group is simply the best.”

Bill Attardi

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“I’ve known Paul Pompeo and Mary Lindenmuth for many years. Their professionalism, knowledge of the industry, effectiveness and enthusiasm for their work is unsurpassed.”

George Bosson

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“Pompeo Group has the knowledge and expertise to fill any position in the industry. I’ve personally worked with Paul Pompeo for over 25 years and he is the De facto eminent recruiter for our industry."

Randy Reid

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“The depth of industry knowledge that Paul and Pompeo Group brought to our search was incredibly valuable. Unlike other recruiters, they don’t simply present candidates.…we really valued the way The Pompeo Group worked all the way to close the deal for us.”

Adam Reeder

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"Paul is the leading recruiter in our industry. With key contacts, relentless work ethic and integrity. Looking for high level talent? Put Pompeo Group to work on your behalf."

Michael Colligan – Host “Get a Grip on Lighting Podcast”

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I’m always impressed by the Pompeo Group’s ability to find talented candidates who are not even looking.

Travis Jones

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“Pompeo Group has consistently delivered outstanding results in a professional and timely manner.”

Joe Laufer

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"Pompeo Group is the best industry-specific recruiting firm that I have had the pleasure of working with. The quality of service received is indicative of the extensive candidate onboarding process their recruiters utilize to ensure the best client experience for the company and superior customer experience for the candidate. Highly recommended for any company in lighting."

Amy Jimenez

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“The group of professionals at Pompeo Group do all the heavy lifting on the front end. When the time comes for interviews the candidates have been vetted by the Pompeo team and you end up with several prospects to choose from.”

John LaMontagne

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“Whenever I’m in the market for new talent, I turn to Pompeo. Paul and his team are incredibly wired into the industry and always seem to have the best candidates.”

Jay Goodman

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“Mary Lindenmuth was super-professional. We felt that she was looking out for our needs---she was excellent. I can’t say enough about the professionalism of Pompeo Group.”

Anne Kustner

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“Paul doesn’t ‘switch sides’ during the offer process to inflate fees---he works for you to get the best value on both sides.”

Darren Cox

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“Pompeo Group had assisted us in recruiting a National Sales Manager for the East Coast, which was a very important addition to our US Operations. We have been extremely satisfied with the level of the shortlisted candidates!”

Filippo Rossi

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“We would not think of using any other recruiting firm than Pompeo Group."

Steve Seligman

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