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Kobus Ver Der Zel

Based in Chicago, Kobus leads the Profit Improvement and Interim Management services at MorrisAnderson. An internationally renowned author and speaker with a track record of achieving results in the most challenging situations, both as a coach or as an interim leader. ?

Winner of the TMA Midwest Large Transaction of the Year award for turning Nasdaq-listed Swisher Hygiene cash positive for the first time ever in two quarters, causing the share price to jump from 50c to $1.80. ?

Since 1999 Kobus has built a reputation for challenging a company and its team to use the best continuous improvement tools from great leaders like Taiichi Ohno, Shigeo Shingo, Eli Goldratt, Jack Welch, Elon Musk and others to realize a rapid boost in cash flows when they need it most. Kobus’ preferred fee structure is to ask 10% if incremental EBITDA. ?

Kobus is a mechanical engineer, MBA, Certified Turnaround Professional (CTP), and a master black belt in continuous improvement.


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Financial Poise Contributions

  • Focus on Manufacturing Webinar premiered on June 11, 2024 Webinar Series: Chapter 11 - Industry Focus