GMi Companies
Dave Mills began their work experience as a Bindery Scheduler at Johnson & Hardin Company in 1989. Dave then worked as a Production Manager at World Color Press from 1993 to 1995. From 1996 to 2001, they served as Divisional Sales Production Manager at Quebecor World. In 2001, they joined Midwest Manufacturing Solutions as a Project Manager and worked there until 2008. In the same year, they became the Managing Partner at Definity Partners until 2016, when they took on the role of VP Strategic Accounts. In 2018, they joined Clark Schaefer Consulting as the Director Of Performance Improvement until May 2023. Currently, Dave is the Director of Operations at GMi Companies since June 2023. Dave is also a Board Member at the European-American Chamber of Commerce - Cincinnati since 2015.
Dave Mills has a Master's degree from the University of Cincinnati. Dave also holds a Bachelor's degree in Business and History from Xavier University.
GMi Companies
GMi Companies, a family owned manufacturer, began operations in 1976 as Ghent Manufacturing, Inc. Since our founding, we have grown to be a leader in the manufacturing and marketing of visual communication products while also expanding into additional product categories through acquisitions. Ghent, the flagship brand that is traditional visual communication products acquired Waddell display solutions in 1986, and in 2006, VividBoard custom whiteboards, mainly for use in healthcare, was added. Each brand is unique, but all share the same core values that have consistently led the company through the decades. We are proud to be made in the USA, providing distinctive products and experiences resulting in a feeling of “That’s exactly what I wanted!” At GMi, we want to be known for our service to our customers, our employees, and our community. In order to accomplish these goals, we adhere to our core values: -Do the right thing -Drive & embrace change -Be caring & compassionate -Engage in open communication -Preserve the environment -Promote teamwork