Chris Evans

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PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer / USCG 100Ton Master at Foolish Dog Diving, LLC

La Pine, Oregon, United States

Overview

Chris is a global business executive with over two decades of experience in process management and manufacturing, currently serving as an EVP at TWO EIGHT ONE. A Six Sigma Master Black Belt with an MBA from the University of Oregon, he excels at improving performance through quality and process optimization. People who have worked with him describe him as an influential, hard-charging, and outstanding leader.

Away from his corporate role, Chris is a passionate mariner and educator. He is a USCG 100-Ton Master Captain and a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer, running Foolish Dog Diving, LLC. He actively fosters educational and conservation efforts within diving communities, blending his professional discipline with his love for the marine environment.

He leads a unique dual life as a global supply chain executive and a professional scuba diving instructor and boat captain.

Personality Overview

Fast-Paced

Self-Confident

Challenger

They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles.  They can be nudged to make faster decisions by offering what they value. They don’t always try to control the conversation but neither do they like yielding it fully.

Topics They Care About

Supply Chain Digitization
Advocates for using technology to manage supplier data, automate compliance, and increase efficiency in global supply chains.
Sustainable Business
Emphasizes the need for collaboration in supply chains to record and reduce Scope 3 emissions, viewing sustainability as a strategic priority.
Process Improvement
As a certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt, his entire career has focused on aligning people, processes, and outcomes to drive business growth and quality.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2021
PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer / USCG 100Ton Master at Foolish Dog Diving, LLC
1-2009 - 12-2024
Principal at Alder & Vine, LLC
12-2016 - 6-2017
Executive Vice President at Alltrade Tools LLC
Senior Director Global Product Engineering / Head of Private Brand (interim) at Office Depot
Director, Private Brand Quality at OfficeMax

Education

2007 - 2009
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from University of Oregon Lundquist College of Business
Bachelor's Degree from Oregon State University

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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them questions confidently while doing discovery, don’t be apologetic
  • Stress on the business value that your product offers
  • Refer to testimonials from others in similar positions

DONT's

  • Refrain from asking too many questions
  • Avoid repeating yourself or making generalizations
  • Don't try too hard to get friendly, let it happen with time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Confidence in the product plays an important role, followed by powerful testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They might hesitate a little, but they will say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They are neither the fastest decision makers nor the slowest.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • Once they have analyzed the pros and cons, they can take some risks.

You And Chris

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