Biography:  Bob Beecy, CFPIM, CIRM, C. P. M.

Bob Beecy is an experienced manufacturing professional who has worked for companies in both discrete and repetitive industries.  Bob is currently serving as the Director for US marketing for Datatex TIS, Inc., a supplier of ERP software into the softgoods industry.  Prior to this position, Bob helped lead Dan River Apparel Fabrics in the implementation of the Datatex package, along with APS and MES tools, and went on to lead the Logistics department for his Division, including a Lean initiative and the development of unique customer service programs.

Bob has been an APICS member for thirty years and enjoys speaking and educating.  He has presented papers at twelve APICS International Conferences and often appears at local and regional events.  Bob teaches various courses at a local university and has served as an instructor for CIRM Certification review courses.  Bob has had numerous articles published in the TA SIG newsletter, as well as articles in the APICS performance Advantage and other industry periodicals.

Bob has an MBA in Marketing and an undergraduate degree in Psychology and credits his study of human behavior as the basis for his success and the focus of his lifelong learning. His viewpoints are often humorous and ironic and help others to learn while laughing.