Work With Business Planning Experts
Advanced Planning Advisers collaborates with companies in Asia, Latin America, Canada, and the United States of America to achieve long-term business growth through a tried and tested planning process.
Our Founder
Advanced Planning Advisers was started by David Wood, a seasoned business leader who gained his degree in business from Ivey at The University of Western Ontario.
He then interned for Matsushita in Japan. Eventually, he began his career in the industry by teaching a business course at the Kiev Polytechnic University in Ukraine. He also sits on two corporate boards.
Prior to setting up Advanced Planning Advisers, David spent several years running a private $200 million business that manufactured and sold commercial and residential appliances globally.
Work Experience
During David's career, he gathered extensive experience in manufacturing, engineering, and product development.
David also ran a United States Sales organization selling to customers that included Best Buy, Home Depot, Lowe's, Sears, General Electric (GE), and Whirlpool, as well as other national buying groups and distributors.
Ran businesses in Canada, USA, Mexico and China
Advised businesses in consumer goods, industrial products, construction, distribution, military and defense, and food services
Career Highlights
While president of a multi-national business, David led a successful restructuring that included a plant closure, factory consolidations, starting a new off-shore operation, and an acquisition.
David has also managed the acquisition and divestiture process of entire organizations and independent operating units.
Work With Us
With the variety of knowledge and experience acquired by David, our company is equipped to strategize for any hurdle on your business planning. Consult with our professionals and begin creating long-term growth in your company.