Paul Baldassari

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President, Manufacturing and Services at Flex

San Jose, California, United States

Overview

Paul Baldassari is the President of Manufacturing and Services at Flex, where he leads global operations and strategy. With a Doctorate from Vienna University of Economics, his expertise lies in leveraging advanced manufacturing, automation, and sustainable practices to drive innovation. Colleagues recognize him as supportive and at the forefront of technology.

An experienced leader who has held diverse roles from IT and operations to Chief Human Resources Officer, Paul is passionate about developing talent and harnessing team energy to solve challenges. He is the father of five children and advises them to always question the status quo and seek innovative solutions.

He serves as Secretary and Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Global Electronics Association (IPC), shaping industry standards.

Personality Overview

Self-Assured

Persuader

People-Oriented

They like to keep things under control.  They do not mind taking risks and can make hard decisions, if necessary. They will bat for you if they come to believe in you.

Topics They Care About

Sustainable Manufacturing
Champions sustainable and circular economy solutions, with a goal for Flex to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Advanced Manufacturing
Focuses on leading-edge technology, including automation, robotics, digitization, and simulation to enhance manufacturing processes.
Talent Development
Emphasizes upskilling people to manage automation and digitization, believing in providing continuous learning to harness employee innovation.

Media Appearances

Flex Focuses On 'Autonomation' For Best Returns From Digitalizing. Featured in Chief Executive

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ASM at Productronica 2019: Paul Baldassari, FLEX. Featured in YouTube

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Work History

5-2023
President, Manufacturing and Services at Flex
1-2023
Board Member at IPC
5-2022
Executive Vice President, Worldwide Operations at Flex
6-2021 - 5-2022
EVP US & Component Operations, Strategy and Excellence at Flex
7-2019 - 7-2024
Board Member at HealthTap

Education

Doctor's Degree from WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business)
1995 - 1999
Magister from WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business)

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Exp : 24 Location : San Jose, California, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : President, Manufacturing and Services at Flex
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Insights For Selling To Paul

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Find ways to push them a little if they don’t start giving a clear yes or no in due course
  • Talk about some of the cool and impressive features of your product
  • Help them weigh the risks by sharing how others made similar decisions

DONT's

  • Don’t rely too much on what they promise, make your own deductions
  • Don’t be excessively objective, focus on building a story first
  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Paul is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Paul

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Paul move?

  • They can make decisions quickly if they develop trust in you and conviction in the product.
  • Can Paul take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Paul

Personality Compatibility


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