SENIOR DIRECTOR, OPERATIONS, CLEVELAND

As Libra’s Operations Site Lead of Cleveland, Sam is responsible for the location’s financial and operational execution across all functional areas as well as positioning his team for growth. Sam joined the Libra team at the end of 2021.

He brings 9 years of experience in electronic production management and process improvement. Previous roles include Production Manager at Co-Ax Technology and Manufacturing Technology Supervisor at Rockwell Automation. Prior to manufacturing, Sam was privileged to serve in the US Navy for 24 years and retired as a Captain. His operational leadership roles include Carrier Pilot, Squadron Commander, USS RONALD REAGAN Navigator, Instructor Pilot, Aircraft Maintenance Officer, Detachment Officer in Charge and Safety Officer.  He has served in several staff and planning roles on the Naval Operations Staff (Pentagon), US Transportation Command (Scott Air Force Base), and US Central Command (Camp Arifjan, Kuwait). In each role, Sam has become an expert team builder to accomplish mission objectives in a combat zone or help a company exceed customer needs during a pandemic.

Sam earned a B.A. in History from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana and a M.A. in Strategic Studies from the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. He has served as a Manufacturing Operational Excellence course facilitator and as an internal ISO 9001 auditor as well as qualifying as a Yellow Belt.

At home, Sam enjoys spending time with his wife Margaret. They both enjoy history, museums, reading, and travel. They have three children Sammy, Emily, and Rebecca.