August Electronics
Contract CEO Engagement to Drive Strategic Transformation
Situation
August Electronics, a Canada-based electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company, required experienced leadership to professionalize operations, sharpen strategy, and prepare the business for its next phase of growth in a competitive, capital-intensive industry.
Role
Engaged as Contract CEO with a mandate to lead strategic change, strengthen execution, and prepare the business for long-term value creation.
Approach
Worked closely with ownership and the board to define a clear strategic roadmap.
Strengthened the management team and operating cadence.
Improved commercial focus, customer mix, and internal accountability.
Built credibility with customers, suppliers, and potential strategic partners.
Outcome
Stabilized leadership and improved strategic alignment across the organization.
Positioned August Electronics as a scalable, well-run EMS platform.
Established the foundation that ultimately supported a successful strategic sale.
What This Demonstrates
The ability to step into CEO roles quickly, align stakeholders, and professionalize mid-market industrial businesses without disruption.