Lorri Aiello, Manager SMA Program

I joined CMTC in 1996 to manage a series of informational seminars. 15 years later I’m still working here because it is gratifying to see the positive impact our programs have on companies. I also work with an excellent group of people, and together, we do our best to help your business thrive.

David Moates, Managing Consultant

For more than 30 years, David helped hundreds of small businesses as a fortune 500 executive.   He has worked in the aerospace, biotech, automotive aftermarket, electronics and construction industries.  David has a passion for, and a deep belief in, the value of small business and the people who run them.  David puts into practice the very same tools CMTC provides under the Small Manufacturers Advantage ™ program in his own family-run small business.  

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Phillip Hardy, Account Manager

With over 25 years of experience in the aerospace and commercial manufacturing industry, Phillip has a solid foundation in practical knowledge and formal education combined with excellent people skills.  He has been successful in achieving significant results for his clients in the areas of Lean, Quality Management Services, Strategic Planning and Organizational Management.

Christopher Anacker, Account Development Specialist

I find the world of business ideas and theories fascinating. At any time, you’ll find me absorbing a book on some new theory or a revisit with a classic. And, when it comes to business types, I highly respect and honor manufacturing business owners, given manufacturing is a foundation of commerce. In this regard, I feel proud to be part of CMTC as I hear stories of how we are helping to strengthen our Southern California manufacturers. And, I respect CMTC’s flexibility to adapt to manufacturers’ needs, listening to them and changing with the times.

Christina Krebenios, Account Development Specialist

Christina mainly specializes in the Small Manufacturer Advantage Program.  I schedule and help find new clients for the SMA consultants. My territories include Orange County, and San Bernardino County. I like meeting new manufacturers and helping their business’s grow and become more successful. In my spare time when I’m not working, I’m teaching Greek at my local community center. Christina has been working at CMTC for over a year with the SMA program.

Frank Aranda, Consultant

With more than 30 years experience in management and also corporate training, Frank has a strong foundation of knowledge which includes: Lean / Six-Sigma certification, quality systems implementation, customer service, sales, and all aspects of manufacturing operations. Applying the same tools as a consultant for various businesses, Frank has worked with large and small organizations in several industries including medical laboratory services, printing, hospitality, metal fabrication and assembly, injection molding, gaming software and food processing.

Jerry Horwitz, Consultant

With more than 30 years of experience in senior management Jerry has developed expertise in a wide range of disciplines including: financial and strategic planning, marketing and sales channel development, mergers and acquisitions, product engineering and manufacturing operations. Jerry has held President as well as division and operations management positions throughout his career and enjoys applying that experience to assist manufacturers in meeting their business objectives.

Ray Ricaro, Consultant

With over 23 years of senior management experience, Ray has been a U.S. Navy Flight Officer, Entrepreneur, Consultant and Business Executive. Formally trained in Total Quality Management and Strategic Planning, he has extensive and direct experience in all forms of continuous process improvement. Ray has worked in numerous manufacturing and commercial industries. Ray also has the unique perspective of first being a customer served by the SMA program, before joining the team.

Dennis Sonney, Consultant

Master Certified Lean / Six Sigma specialist with over 15 years experience facilitating and implementing change. Dennis is experienced with all levels of continuous improvement and his devotion has carried him into many Avionics & Aerospace companies including The Boeing Company and Rockwell Collins. Dennis is very active in the Inland Empire and was recently a finalist for an award at the annual Spirit of the Entrepreneur event, recognizing his efforts in assisting manufacturers.

Jon Trusty, Consultant

Twenty-five years of comprehensive manufacturing and business experience leveraged to offer small businesses the latest strategies and techniques which can lead to: improving sales, refining company and product differentiation, enhancing web presence results, focused strategic planning, better profitability, and meaningful cost containment.

Doug Waterman, Consultant

Doug has spent the past 22 years consulting with small and medium-sized businesses. With a focus on growth and profitability, Doug specializes in: balance sheet and cash flow management, cost analysis, successor planning and sourcing capital.  He has a working knowledge of all the government capital programs available to manufacturers, including SBA and Industrial Development bond financing, and has established relationships with community banks and asset based lenders that cater to small manufacturers.  Doug has a Masters Degree in Finance from Pace University, and spent 3.5 years in the USAF, retiring with the rank of Captain.

Mark Weifenbach, Consultant

With more than 30 years of operations experience, Mark has worked in multiple manufacturing industries effectively designing and running operations, starting up new locations and driving long-term revenue growth through new product development. Mark also has deep experience in customer service, financial management, continuous improvement programs, ERP system implementation, leadership & staff development, and supply chain initiatives.