Chuck serves as A&D Digital Transformation Advisor of Worl, where he provides enterprise-level advisory across the enterprise’s digital transformation practices.
He is an accomplished executive and board member with over 45 years of experience driving operational excellence, strategic growth, digital journeys, and financial performance across the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. Recognized for pioneering enterprise technology deployments, leading global teams, and delivering transformative consulting solutions to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders.
Chuck led the A&D practice for PwC and BearingPoint before that. During those 20 years, Chuck and his team supported the digital journeys of dozens of collision the industry.
Co-Founder, Chief Strategy Officer & Board Member for SkyThread Corporation. Leading the development of a cloud-based platform for serialized aircraft part data integrity, supporting safety and compliance throughout the lifecycle of 100 million parts and 30,000 aircraft. Early adopters include major aerospace and airline organizations.
US Advisory Leader, Aerospace & Defense for PwC (PriceWaterhouseCoopers). Directed all service lines for U.S. Aerospace & Defense, overseeing a $250M P&L and managing global client relationships, including Boeing. Led over 300 projects in manufacturing, engineering, finance, and digital transformation for leading aerospace companies.
VP, Aerospace & High Tech for BearingPoint. Managed global technology deployments and digital innovation initiatives for clients such as Boeing, Honeywell, Embraer, Microsoft, and Sony. Deployed SAP in 75 facilities in 17 countries.
West Region Senior Partner – Digital, Customer Solutions & Supply Chain for Arthur Andersen. Launched and led business consulting for manufacturing clients, supporting growth strategies, restructurings, and major IT deployments. Provided board-level guidance on cost management and performance improvement.
A key contributor to advanced manufacturing research and publications (CAM-I, Target Costing) and delegate to the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA), representing PwC.
Education:
- B.S. Accounting, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale (High Honors)
- INSEAD Executive Program, New Product Development