Stuart Fooks

Stuart Fooks is an experienced operations management professional with a robust background in manufacturing and process improvement across multiple industries. Currently serving as GM Operations at Hunter Douglas, Inc. since March 2023, Stuart previously held the position of Manufacturing Manager at Hunter Douglas from June 2015 to March 2023. Prior experience includes roles such as GM Operations at Valspar, where Stuart oversaw manufacturing, distribution, and customer service while implementing lean six sigma methodologies. Additional experience includes operations management positions at PPG Industries, Barloworld Limited, British American Tobacco, and Rothmans of Pall Mall, Australia, focusing on strategic initiatives, performance improvement, and safety in manufacturing. Stuart holds a Master of Engineering Management and a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from the University of Technology Sydney.