Fernando Velazquez Jr.

Fernando Velazquez, Jr. has extensive experience in operations and leadership roles across various industries, currently serving as VP of Global Manufacturing Operations at WAVE, Inc. and as Cordsets Director of Global Operations at Webasto Charging Systems, Inc. since July 2018. Previous positions include Director of Operations at AeroVironment, Director of Operations at Polara Engineering Inc., and VP of Operations at Consumer Safety Technology. Fernando also held roles at Kimball Electronics Group and The Caleb Daniel Leadership Group, LLC, showcasing a strong background in manufacturing, organizational leadership, and coaching. An educational background includes a DEd in Organizational Leadership (ABD) and M.A. in Advanced Leadership Studies from Indiana Wesleyan University, an MBA from the University of Indianapolis, and a BS in CIM/Manufacturing Engineering Technology from Purdue University.