About 3E – Management Team

Mangement Team Management Team Board of Directors Advisory Board Careers Job Posting Community Service Corporate Governance		Robert S. Christie President & Chief Executive Officer With more than 25 years of executive management experience, Christie joined 3E in 2004 as a seasoned CEO with a successful track record as a leader of information service providers. In his role, Christie is building on 3E's success by drawing from his experience in order to strengthen 3E's leadership position and accelerate growth at a global level. Christie joined 3E from Credit Suisse First Boston, where he served as an acquisitions consultant responsible for identifying, investigating and acquiring companies in the service industry sector. Prior to Credit Suisse, Christie was president and CEO of Thomson Learning, the second-largest global education and learning company. While at Thomson, Christie transformed a business division from a domestic book publisher into a global learning company, while increasing revenues from $550 million to over $1.4 billion in less than three years. He built and developed a world-class management team that ultimately led a group of 18 global operating companies. During his tenure, Christie improved profits and doubled net margins over a 3-year period. Prior to Thomson Learning he served as president and CEO for Thomson and Thomson Corporation, the world's leader in trademark and copyright services and information. During his tenure at Thomson & Thomson he had revenue responsibility in the hundreds of millions of dollars, and managed a staff of 700 people globally. He also served as president of McGraw-Hill Higher Education Company and group-vice president of Standard & Poor's Information Company in New York. Earlier in his career, he held senior-level positions with McGraw-Hill publications, Publex Publishing and Beatrice Foods Co. He serves on the board of directors for Von Hoffman Press, Classroom, Inc. and Alternative Technologies. Christie holds a Bachelor's of Science degree in management of organizational behavior with a minor in marketing from Rider University. Linda S. Allen Vice President, 3E Operations Linda S. Allen is a ten-year 3E veteran who has played an instrumental role in the company's tremendous growth. Allen is responsible for all service departments, database management functions and manages a staff of more than 80 employees with 24-7-365 shifts. She also oversees the company's technical managers to ensure that the well-trained and skilled staff stay abreast of complex and constantly evolving issues associated with regulatory compliance. In applying her extensive experience in managing large workforces, motivating employees around goal attainment and focusing teams on performance quality and strategy, Allen has been a key component in 3E's success. With a twelve-year history in large operations management, Allen brought to 3E both a "big-picture" perspective and experience in implementing management and development programs for growing companies. In previous positions, she managed business units with annual revenues in excess of $40 million and participated on several special task forces debating corporate issues. Outside of 3E, Allen is a member of The Executive Committee's Key Group, a professional organization for CEO's and executives in key management positions. Jillaine Dellis Vice President, Ariel Global Research & Operations Jillaine is the Vice President of Ariel Global Research and Operations at 3E Company where she is responsible for leading Ariel’s comprehensive global regulatory information decision support products and regulatory support services business. Dellis has over 15 years of regulatory compliance leadership. Prior to joining Ariel Research, Dellis managed the regulatory compliance department for a top global consumer products company where her responsibilities included management of the company’s compliance programs associated with FIFRA, TSCA, GLPs, GMPs and CPSC. Dellis was also responsible for global compliance of the company’s food storage/contact products. Moreover, she developed and managed the company’s global product safety, regulatory and environmental compliance assessment program. Dellis is on the Center for Social Leadership Board of Directors, Chairs the Washington Metropolitan Leadership Committee and is Chair of the 2006 Field of Dreams gala. She is also on the Corporate Board of Directors at Milwaukee School of Engineering and has led and participated in a number of professional societies. Some of her activities include the Milwaukee School of Engineering Alumni Board of Directors and Biomedical Engineering Industrial Advisory Committee, Society of Quality Assurance Board of Directors, Founding Chair of the Council on Professional Registration, and the Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers Board of Directors - Milwaukee section. Dellis holds Master and Bachelor of Science Degrees in Biomedical Engineering from Marquette University and the Milwaukee School of Engineering respectively. Sylvia Gaffney Vice President, Legal Affairs Sylvia Gaffney joined 3E in 2005 as Vice President, Legal Affairs and also is the Corporate Secretary and Ethics Compliance Officer. Ms. Gaffney brings more than 23 years of global business and legal experience spanning government, aerospace, telecom and the hospitality industry. She has over 12 years of experience as a licensed attorney. Most recently, Ms. Gaffney worked at Skyworks Solutions, Inc., a publicly traded semiconductor company as Legal Counsel; and prior to that position, Ms. Gaffney was Legal Counsel and Assistant Secretary at Ericsson Wireless Communications, Inc. She is licensed to practice law in California and in Maryland. Ms. Gaffney earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of San Diego School of Law and her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Loyola College. Joseph Hart Vice President, Sales Joseph Hart brings nearly 30 years of executive and sales management experience to his position at 3E Company. As the vice president of sales, Hart is chartered with spearheading 3E's sales team, expanding customer relationships, penetrating new accounts, responding to new market opportunities and contributing to the aggressive growth plan of the company. Prior to joining 3E he served in senior executive sales management positions at companies including Dot Hill Systems, nStor Technologies, Peak Technologies, DataWorks Corporation and Intermec Corporation, where he sold multimillion dollar technology solutions to companies such as AT&T, Johnson & Johnson and Thermo Electron. While serving as northwest regional sales manager at Computer Automation, he successfully increased sales from $2.3 million to $8.4 million in two years. During his tenure at Group Three Electronics, he inherited a regional office running 50% below quota and floundering. Within 18 months, he successfully restructured the sales team and achieved 118% of quota resulting in $10.4 million in revenue. Hart holds a bachelor's degree in business management and mathematics at Metropolitan State College in Colorado, and an MBA from Pepperdine University. Leo Oves Vice President, Research & Development Leo Oves brings more than 20 years of IT experience. He joined Ariel Research Corporation more than a decade ago as a senior software consultant and later became Chief Information Officer and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Ariel, prior to its acquisition by Eastman Chemical in 2001. Oves' knowledge of advanced technology and his ability to apply it to the business needs of customers led Ariel from a paper–based information publishing firm to a provider of sophisticated, web–based reference and data integration products and services. His combination of technical, EH&S and management expertise continues to play a pivotal role in the development of 3E's products and services. Prior to joining Ariel, Oves worked for several research institutes in St. Petersburg, developing models and software for the optimization of large multi–product marine transportation networks. Upon moving to the U.S., he worked as a software development consultant for Hughes Network Systems and Plantronics. Oves earned Operations Research, Computer Science, and Management degrees from the University of St. Petersburg, Russia and University of Maryland, USA. Jeffrey Starr Vice President, Marketing Jeffrey Starr leads and manages the overall marketing effort at 3E Company, including strategic and tactical direction as well as guidance across all marketing functions. Starr’s areas of responsibility include Product Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Programs and Channel Development. Before joining 3E Company, Starr served as a General Partner at Mission Ventures, a Southern California regional technology venture capital firm. In addition to his involvement in all areas of the Mission Ventures investment process, Starr was instrumental in providing consultation and direction to several of the portfolio companies, especially in the areas of strategy, sales and marketing. Prior to Mission Ventures, Starr worked in a series of VP level and senior marketing positions with companies such as Magic Software Enterprises, Amdocs and Data General Corporation. Starr has executed leadership roles for numerous start-ups involved in e-commerce enablement, website content management, knowledge management, and call center systems during their start-up, rapid growth, IPO, and acquisition periods. He also worked as an Analyst for Booz, Allen, & Hamilton. Starr’s education includes an MBA from Harvard Business School, and a BA from Columbia University. Jytte Syska Vice President, International Operations Jytte Syska has nearly 20 years of experience as an EH&S Regulatory Expert. Prior to the acquisition of Ariel Research Corporation by 3E, Syska was the Director of European Operations and she continues to lead the company's global operations from its Copenhagen, Denmark office. Syska also held the position of Director of Occupational Health and Toxicology for the prestigious Danish Toxicology Centre (DTC) where she enjoyed scientific, financial and managerial responsibility for a department of 25 consultants. Directing a premier chemical management consultancy, Syska has extensive experience in worldwide Safety Data Sheet Authoring, Labeling, Product Registration and New Chemical Notification requirements. Robert M. Ward Vice President, Information Systems Robert M. Ward started with 3E Company in 1990 as employee number five. Wearing multiple hats with various titles, he has played an integral role in the growth and success of 3E Company. During his thirteen year tenure, he has helped take 3E from a small company with five employees to an industry leader with 175 employees -- and is poised to be a key player in fostering the company's aggressive growth goals over the next few years. As the initial designer, developer and programmer of 3E's core software and hardware systems, Ward's expertise and professional direction have been key components in 3E's domination of the hazardous materials information management and emergency response industry. Specializing in strategic technology identification and application, Ward oversees 3E's Information Technology department. Throughout his history with 3E, he has also held positions as Financial Manager and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Manager. Today he serves as the Vice President, Information Systems. Prior to joining 3E Company, Ward held several positions with McDonnell Douglas Aircraft from 1982 to 1990. A California native, Ward was born in Glendale, raised in La Crescenta, and graduated Magna Cum Laude from California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, with a BS in Business Management Information Systems. Board of Directors 3E Company’s board of directors is a group of experienced investors and seasoned executives with backgrounds in rapid corporate growth and leadership, the application of technology to traditional industries, scaling companies to meet the growing needs of their customers, and business process outsourcing (BPO). Ron Taylor Chairman, 3E Company and Founder and Former CEO of Pyxis Corporation In addition to his position as Chairman at 3E Company, Mr. Taylor also serves as Chairman of EMN8 Corporation and as a Director of three publicly traded companies, West Coast Hospitality, ResMed, and Watson Pharmaceuticals. Mr. Taylor was a General Partner at Enterprise Partners, a Southern California based venture capital firm, and previously was the Chairman, President & CEO of Pyxis Corporation, a provider of automated distribution systems for drugs and medical supplies in hospitals. Mr. Taylor is actively involved in the community as Chairman of the University of California San Diego Foundation and a Director on the Board of Trustees for the Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego. Mr. Taylor holds a BA from the University of Saskatchewan and Masters degree from the University of California, Irvine. Jess Kraus Founder and Vice-Chairman, 3E Company Jess F. Kraus started 3E at 27 years of age in 1988. Identifying a need for full-service solutions to companies' hazardous material information management, Kraus set to work building 3E from the ground up with the help of his wife and brother. For sixteen years he served as President and Chief Executive Officer. Under his leadership, 3E grew from a two-person shop run out of his home to a NASA-style "Mission Control Center". In 2004, Kraus assumed the role of President of 3E Solutions, where he continues to focus his entrepreneurial skills on market expansion and customer relationships by spearheading all strategic relationship activities, M&A strategy and new business development for the company. A graduate of University of California San Diego, Kraus holds degrees in mathematics and chemistry. An environmental engineer by training, Kraus joined General Dynamics in 1985 and was responsible for managing pollution control programs for three divisions. The impetus for 3E came from a desire to blend environmental and ecological engineering into a comprehensive on-demand service to offer corporate America. Hence, the three E's. In his spare time, Kraus manages to continue his tenure as a seven-year member of The Executive Committee, a San Diego organization of CEO's. He has been a member of the Board of Directors for the San Diego Business Innovation Center and served as president of the board from 1998-1999. BIC is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting small business in the under-served communities of San Diego. He is also a member of Young President's Organization (YPO). Additionally, he is a member of the Board of Trustees for the San Diego Repertory Theatre (REP), one of San Diego's premier theatrical companies specializing in culturally diverse and adventurous productions. Kraus has lived in the San Diego area since 1982 and is married with two children. Patrick M. Blandford Managing Director, Frontenac Mr. Blandford serves as a Managing Director of Prenova, WNCFirst Insurance Services, and Wausau Financial Services. Mr. Blandford joined Frontenac in 1996 after working with Goldman, Sachs & Co. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame and is a chartered financial analyst. David Ryan Managing Partner, Mission Ventures Mr. Ryan has been a founding Mission Ventures Managing Partner since 1996. He has 20 years of venture capital experience focusing on early-stage information technology and service companies. Prior to Mission Ventures, beginning in 1983, he served as General Partner of Copley Venture Partners, a Boston-based venture capital firm focused on early-stage investing in information technology, business services and healthcare. Prior to Copley, Mr. Ryan held positions in strategic planning, business development and plant modernization with Medusa Corp, a Midwest-based manufacturer of industrial materials. Ryan holds a Bachelor's degree from Northeastern University and a Master's degree in Business Administration from Case Western Reserve University. He is currently also Director for BMS Reimbursement Management, dock3 and WorkWell Systems. F. Henry "Hank" Habicht CEO, Global Environment & Technology Foundation and Founder, Capital E, LLC Mr. Habicht possesses an extensive environmental and business background in both the public and private sectors. He was Senior Vice President with Safety-Kleen Corporation and formerly served as Deputy Administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). He also served as Assistant Attorney General of the U. S. Department of Justice under the Reagan administration where he directed the Environment and Natural Resources Division. Mr. Habicht has served since 1998 as Chief Executive Officer of the Global Environment & Technology Foundation (GETF), a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation that fosters innovation in environmental management and in applications of clean technology that make business and environmental sense. He is also a founding principal of Capital E, LLC, a firm that promotes investment in new energy technology. Jane DiRenzo Pigott Managing Director, R3 Group LLC Ms. Pigott is Managing Director of R3 Group LLC and specializes in providing leadership, change and diversity/inclusion consulting to organizations. From 1993 until 2002, Ms. Pigott served as the Chair of the global Environmental Law practice at Winston & Strawn, one of the largest global law firms. Prior to that, Ms. Pigott was Chair of the Environmental Law Department at Katten, Muchin & Zavis. At Winston, she served as the Relationship Manager for the firm's third largest client. Prior to being a partner at these large global law firms, she was employed by MidCon Corp., the natural gas transmission subsidiary of Occidental Petroleum. Ms. Pigott serves as an independent director of CitiStreet Funds, Inc., a mutual fund joint venture of CitiGroup and State Street Financial Advisors headquartered in East Brunswick, New Jersey. She has served as Chair of this Board's Governance and Audit Committees. 3E Advisory Board 3E’s Advisory Board, composed of five premier EH&S thought leaders, assists 3E Company's executive management and Board of Directors in expanding and strengthening the company's leadership in chemical, regulatory, and compliance content and services. They provide counsel on a wide variety of issues, including the expansion of customer service capabilities, the creation and implementation of new services and identifying and building new U.S. and global customer partnerships. Glenn W. Hammer Former Vice President of EH&S, Ashland, Inc. Mr. Hammer has more than 30 years of experience in EH&S, chemical manufacturing and engineering. As former Vice President of EH&S and Engineering for Ashland Inc., Mr. Hammer pioneered innovative solutions in corporate governance in the EH&S area and managed global EH&S compliance. Among his many achievements were building strong EH&S and Engineering processes, lobbying for major legislative and regulatory reform, identifying and analyzing emerging EH&S issues, and developing EH&S risk assessment processes. Mr. Hammer is the founding principal of The Redstone Group, as well as a frequent writer and lecturer on EH&S governance issues. Dr. Ivana Markovic Former Director of European Affairs and Director of Corporate Affairs for Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEEMA), Kraft Foods International Dr. Ivana Markovic has more than ten years of international experience in safety, global environmental affairs and regulations, compliance, and waste management. Throughout her career, she has been instrumental in helping international food and chemical institutions develop strategies for corporate social responsibility and public policy. Dr. Markovic's commercial management experience and thorough understanding of international business have enabled her to become a sought-after expert for the food and chemical industries. She previously worked with Kraft Foods International as Director of European Affairs and Director of Corporate Affairs for Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEEMA), and was Group Environmental Manager and European Government Relations Manager for ICI, an international chemical company. Dr. Markovic is currently a core faculty member of The Prince of Wales's Business and the Environment Program at the University of Cambridge. She also serves as a member of Dow Chemicals's Corporate Environmental Advisory Council. Walter R. (Wally) Quanstrom, PhD, Former Group Vice President of HSE, BP, plc During his tenure with BP Amoco, Dr. Quanstrom served as a member of the company's top 35 executives, chaired the company's Health, Safety, and Environment Council, and was responsible for policy and governance in the areas of health, environment and safety. Dr. Quanstrom has previously served as a director of the Chicago Academy of Sciences, chairman of the Keystone Center and Chairman of the Board of Directors of VYSIS, a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ Stock Exchange. Additionally, Dr. Quanstrom was an Adjunct Professor of Management and Strategy at the Northwestern University Kellogg Graduate School of Management, where he developed and taught an elective MBA course in environmental management. Mr. Quanstrom serves on the Board of Directors of the Electric Power Research Institute. Patrick R. Tyson Former Acting Assistant Secretary for OSHA In addition to his role as Acting Assistant Secretary of OSHA, Mr. Tyson served as OSHA's Director of Compliance and as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the National Safety Council's Foundation for Safety and Health. Mr. Tyson is also a past Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Safety Council. He currently heads Constangy, Brooks & Smith's OSHA Practice Group, representing clients on a wide range of safety and health issues. Thomas C. Voltaggio Former Deputy Regional Administrator, EPA Mr. Voltaggio has more than 34 years of experience in environmental management. During his tenure with the EPA, Mr. Voltaggio also served as the Director of Superfund, the federal hazardous waste site remediation program. During this time, he participated in legislative and regulatory development and national program planning. Mr. Voltaggio has also consulted and trained foreign governments in multiple aspects of environmental management, environmental emergency response and homeland security processes and operation. He is the founder of Voltaggio Consulting. Marcia Williams Former Director of Solid Waste, EPA Ms. Williams has more than 36 years of public and private sector environmental experience, including 18 years with the EPA where she held key senior management positions, built major EPA programs and represented the U.S. Government in international arenas. She is both a consulting and testifying expert in the areas of waste and chemical regulation and risk management. Ms. Williams is currently a Director with LECG, a global expert services firm.
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