Ronald L. Marden has successfully served both large and small business for 35+ years. Progressive growth in 14 years of plant engineering and 15 years of corporate engineering management in the refrigerated meats and snack foods industries. Principal of a very successful consulting business since 2000. Has focused on organizational development and cost improvements in small businesses and strategic maintenance direction for a large, international meats company. Recognized record of accomplishments in people development, administration, project management, capital planning, regulatory compliance, maintenance management, and coaching managers in “working on” the business vs. just “working in” the business. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent planning and organizing skills, computer literate, effective communicator. Equal in ability to lead “people” and manage “things”. Have been blessed with several great mentors through the years.