Christopher McKinney

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DISC Type : CS

Senior Director Plant Operations - Arkansas/Missouri at George's, Inc.

Springdale, Arkansas, United States

Overview

Experienced food production leader with a history at Georges, Inc. , Tyson Foods, and Pilgrims. As Senior Director of Plant Operations, he specializes in process improvement, operations management, and food safety. He holds an MBA from LeTourneau University and a BS from Ouachita Baptist University.

He is a participant in the "NEXT Program, " an honor that highlights his leadership potential within his industry.

Personality Overview

Late Adopter

Sometimes Friendly

Fact-Driven

They are always well-planned and adopt a systematic approach.  The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof. Being observant comes to them naturally.

Topics They Care About

Plant Operations
His entire career, from management to Senior Director, has been focused on plant operations in the food production industry at companies like George's, Inc. and Tyson Foods.
Talent Acquisition
Frequently posts about hiring for his teams, indicating a focus on building strong teams and promoting a great company culture at George's, Inc.
Process Improvement
Lists Business Process Improvement as a key skill, demonstrating a focus on enhancing efficiency and operational excellence in his facilities.

Media Appearances

Christopher has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2022
Senior Director Plant Operations - Arkansas/Missouri at George's, Inc.
7-2021 - 5-2022
Plant Manager at George's, Inc.
2015 - 2021
Plant Manager at Tyson Foods
2013 - 2015
Assistant Plant Manager at Tyson Foods
2007 - 2013
Management at Pilgrim's

Education

2001 - 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS) from Ouachita Baptist University
2008 - 2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA) from LeTourneau University

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Insights For Selling To Christopher

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • When following up with them, expect slowness; use questions to engage them, preferably over email.
  • Share a one-off customer success story but keeps the focus on highlighting objective, numerical results
  • Use a presentation with information before getting into a live product walkthrough

DONT's

  • Don't ask them to move fast, let them take their time and digest all the information
  • Avoid phrases like ‘trust me’, ‘you will just love it’ etc.
  • Avoid emotional and informal language, stay objective and to the point instead

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Christopher is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Christopher

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Christopher move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Christopher take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Christopher

Personality Compatibility


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