Russ Naples is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience in product development, launch, and multi-site operations management. He is highly skilled in strategic planning, team building and leadership, global product development and launch, and profit and loss management. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in Finance from Chapman University, he has an excellent communication and team building skills at all levels of the organization. His expertise includes Microsoft Windows Technologies(.Net, ASP, Client/Server), Java, Linux, IT Strategy, Execution and Facilities Design, and Continuous Process Improvement, among others. In the past, he has held key positions like Chief Operating Officer and Vice President Engineering at Aplicor and Vice President Products at Learn.com. Russ Naples has a proven ability to lead change in fast-paced, diverse settings, both in small and large companies, successfully executing and restructuring processes to maximize profitability, streamline operations, and improve product quality.