Chuck Knabusch is a highly accomplished professional who has built a successful career in the field of business management and leadership. With expertise in keynote speaking, executive coaching, and consulting, he has helped numerous businesses and organizations optimize their operations and achieve greater success.
Chuck’s accomplishments are many, including having a #1 international best-selling book on Amazon,”Hope is Not a Business Strategy”, all while having expertise in business production and operations, entrepreneurship management, and business leadership training. He is also the founder of his own consulting firm, 13Ten Business Solutions, LLC. Through this firm, he provides support and assistance to leaders, businesses, and organizations with the goal of improving their operations and ultimately increasing their bottom line while freeing up valuable time.
One of Chuck’s most significant achievements was his work at La-Z-Boy Incorporated, where he served as a Senior Operations Analyst (Project Manager). During his time there, he managed critical, division-wide projects impacting service, quality, profitability, and lead time. He also led and facilitated teams of up to 20 personnel, contributing to a $35 million operating cost reduction realized through the development and implementation of Cellular Manufacturing.
Chuck’s ability to streamline operations and optimize processes proved invaluable during his time at La-Z-Boy, as he oversaw a 20% lead-time reduction of leather unit production in less than a year. Additionally, he contributed to $2.7 million in capital ex and process improvements to production efficiency and quality, resulting in a 1.35-year ROI.
Chuck’s educational background is as diverse as his experience, holding a Master of Science in Manufacturing Management from the University of Toledo, a Bachelor of Business Administration from Siena Heights University, and an Associate of General Studies in Computer Programming from Central Texas College. He also holds various certifications, including an Associate Certificate in Project Management from ESI International/George Washington University and a Certified Lead Assessor of Quality Systems: ISO 9000 from the American Society for Quality (ASQ).
After leaving La-Z-Boy, Chuck founded 13Ten Business Solutions, LLC, to offer his expertise in operations management, project management, and leadership to a broader audience. While his services include executive coaching, keynote speaking, and consulting, his approach focuses on planning, leadership, and operations in order to deliver improved business operations and increase bottom line. He has helped businesses of all sizes, from small startups to multinational corporations, achieve their goals through effective leadership, streamlined operations, and improved project management.
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Chuck’s consulting services are tailored to each client’s specific needs, with a focus on measurable results and a clear understanding of their business objectives. He takes a collaborative approach, working closely with his clients to identify areas for improvement and developing a roadmap to achieve their goals. Through his coaching and consulting, he helps clients improve their leadership skills, build high-performance teams, and optimize their processes to achieve greater success.