Brian Erickson

Brian Erickson serves as Vice President of Operations and Engineering at Haworth, a position held since October 2005, with a notable background in advanced manufacturing and continuous improvement. Erickson has led initiatives that resulted in a 50% increase in customer satisfaction and a 75% reduction in lead time for custom products. Responsibilities encompass overseeing product engineering teams, managing new product development, and implementing lean transformations across the organization. Previous roles include ownership of Singing Sand, LLC, positions on the Board of Directors at Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity, and managerial roles at HNI Corporation and Johnson Controls, focusing on materials and sustainable technologies. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Materials Science from Michigan State University and a Bachelor's in Composite Materials Engineering from Winona State University.