Aaron S. Gula MBA

Pioneer
DISC Type : DSi

President at Hi-Vac Corporation

Marietta, Ohio, United States

Overview

Aaron is an industrial executive who specializes in leading manufacturing and distribution businesses through operational transformation and strategic growth. He holds an MBA from Case Western Reserve University and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. People who have worked with him describe him as an action-focused, honest, and collaborative leader.

He has a keen interest in leveraging AI on the shop floor to increase machine uptime, improve quality, and capture knowledge from seasoned workers.

His career is focused on building scalable, high-performing industrial platforms by aligning strategy with operational rigor.

Personality Overview

Friendly But Fast

Driven But Considerate

Decisive But Friendly

If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product  They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders) They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed

Topics They Care About

AI in Manufacturing
He actively shares content about applying AI on the shop floor for quality improvement, increasing machine uptime, and developing operator work instructions.
Operational Transformation
His entire career has focused on integrating acquisitions, modernizing platforms, and restoring operational discipline for industrial and manufacturing companies.
Leadership Development
His work involves building leadership depth and developing the capabilities of his teams to sustain long-term growth and performance.

Media Appearances

Aaron has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2024 - 2-2026
President at Hi-Vac Corporation
7-2024
Founder & Managing Director at Innovative Insights Solutions LLC
11-2022 - 1-2024
President Industrial Division at The Bostwick-Braun Company
7-2020 - 5-2022
The Hillman Group | Divisional Vice President & General Manager at The Hillman Group
12-2017 - 3-2020
Vice President/ General Manager at Elgin Fastener Group

Education

1-2003 - 7-2004
MBA from Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University
1988 - 1992
BA from Kent State University

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Insights For Selling To Aaron S.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage
  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention
  • During followups, use calls or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a formal approach
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Aaron S. is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Aaron S.

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Aaron S. move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Aaron S. take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Aaron S.

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