My Experience
I began my career at Bastian Solutions back in 1987 after completing business school. For the first few years I focused on internal operations and information systems. Following that I began to focus more on technical system solutions for our customers. At this point with over 24 years of experience I have been involved with most all material handling technologies: robotics, AS/RS, sortation, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Warehouse Control Systems (WCS), RFID, Pick to Light, Pick to Display, etc. I also have been involved in most vertical industries. What I like most about my job is working with the great team at Bastian Solutions and creating innovative new products and services. As President of Bastian Solutions it is my responsibility to provide the vision on where the company should go in the future so we provide value to our customers and a great working environment for our employees.
Working at Bastian
The people at Bastian Solutions. Our customers and finding ways to help them. The freedom to try new ideas. Seeing new employees become successful.
Why do customers come back to me?
We are always very fair and work very hard. Everyone makes mistakes from time to time, but we will always come back and fix them to exceed our customer's expectations.
A little bit about myself
I am very blessed to have been married to Nan since 1982. It is a wonder she has put up with me for so long. Our son Matt is married to Claire and we have two wonderful Grandkids, Liv and Owen. Matt flies for Delta Connection out of Atlanta. Our daughter Katie lives in Indianapolis and enjoys retail jewelry and hang gliding. Our mother-in-law Helen lives with us so we are fortunate to have a steady stream of relatives visiting us. Personal interests include Tennis, Running, Snorkeling, and Flying.
Educational Credentials
Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, United States Naval Academy
Master of Science in Business Administration, Harvard Business School
My Affiliations
Vistage Member
Certifications, Awards, and Honors
Professional Engineer (State of Indiana); Nuclear Power School 1985