Glebar Appoints New CEO
Glebar Company (Ramsey, NJ) appointed Robert Baker as their new chief executive officer. Former CEO Adam Cook will remain an integral part of the organization’s vision, serving as chairman of the board and assisting Baker and the management team with strategic planning and advisory, acquisition assessment and execution, and with expanding into other revenue opportunities. Baker is a successful veteran of the medical device manufacturing industry. He has spent the last 12 years holding numerous positions of increasing leadership responsibility in sales, manufacturing, and supply chain and commercial operations, most recently serving as vice president of global operations for Stryker Corporation’s Joint Replacement Division. Prior to Stryker, he served as an officer in the United States Army where he was deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
“It’s an exciting time for us,” said Cook. “We’re thrilled to have a person of this caliber come on board at this juncture. Robert brings a high level of energy, precision and focus to our organization. His medical device industry relationships and deep manufacturing and operations experience will be welcomed on our journey of continued growth and commitment to delivering innovative solutions to our partners – our trusted customers.” adds Adam. “In the six years since this management team took control, the company moved to a larger facility, doubled in headcount and launched many new solution driven products, all while achieving double digit compounded annual revenue growth with dramatic profit expansion. I’m humbled to have led this organization for the past six years and look forward to working with Robert. He is the right person to lead us forward, to build upon our success and lead us to new heights.”
“I’m excited to join such a fast-moving organization with a proud innovative spirit,” added Baker.
