Type Of Business:
Metal Fabrication and Machined Plastics Company
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Mr. Tardie's expertise is in problem solving strategies and product improvement, sheet metal fabrication and consultation.
Major Product/SVS:
Precision Metal Fabrications, Electronic and Mechanical Assembly and Services
Favorite Business Publication:
Money; Entrepreneur; Popular Science
Hobbies/Sports:
Electronics, Carpentry, Customizing Automotive Stereos
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Electrical Engineering, Athens Technical College
Affiliations Awards:
Registered Trustee, Claremont Condominium, Audubon Society
Place of Birth:
Washington, DC
Industry:
Sheet Metal Product Design
Date of Distinction:
6/18/2009
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Mr. Tardie's ability to design a product from concept to manufacturing separates him from his peers.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Mr. Tardie would like to be remembered by his peers as a person having a passion for his profession, working for the customer and with the people on the floor with dedication.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Mr. Tardie would like to solve global warming.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Mr. Tardie would like to have lunch with Matthew Polk, the owner and engineer of the American-made Polk Audio Speaker because of his caring about what he does and has enjoyed his equipment.
Charity:
Help Hospitalized Veterans; Disabled American Veterans; United Service Organizations
Number Of Years In Profession:
20
Number Of Years In Current Position:
7
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work and ability to render creative solutions.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession after working as an electrical engineer he realized his interest in mechanical engineering.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Tardie is a sheet metal consultant and lead engineer.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing Programs, Customizing Product Designs, Creating Sheet Metal Products that Meet the Needs of Clients' Specifications, Consulting with other Engineers
Education Certifications:
Certified Fork Truck Driver and Trainer, TRUMPF Inc.; Certified Press Brake Programmer and Operator