Talent and Innovation Advisory Council

As the Vice President of Ropes & Assemblies Division, I lead manufacturing sites that produce high-quality wire rope products and fittings for aerospace and defense applications, as well as for other critical industries. I have more than four years of experience in multi-site operation leadership and P&L responsibility, delivering profitability and growth in a challenging and competitive market.

My core competencies include manufacturing process improvement, operations management, engineering, and lean principles, which I apply to optimize the performance and efficiency of our facilities and teams. I also have a strong track record of developing strategic relationships and market diversification, which enabled me to expand into new segments and products during the COVID-19 pandemic and the aerospace downturn, resulting in incremental gains in 2021 and beyond. I am currently enrolled in the Leadership Collier program at the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce, which is a leadership development program for professionals in the region. My mission is to drive operational and commercial excellence for Central Wire and its customers, while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Mr. Vernon handles the litigation and arbitration of complex business and financial disputes throughout Southwest Florida, including contract, construction, probate, and real estate disputes. Mr. Vernon’s national practice encompasses the representation of investors in all manner of securities disputes throughout the United States. He is “AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated” by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest rating an attorney can receive for their professional ethics and legal ability by their peers and the judiciary. Mr. Vernon has also been repeatedly recognized by Florida Super Lawyers (2006-2022) and The Best Lawyers in America (2009-2024) in multiple categories (Commercial Litigation, Securities/Capital Markets Law, and Bet-the-Company Litigation). He has also testified as an expert on investment matters as well as matters relating to FINRA arbitration. Submit an inquiry for Chris to be an expert witness for your case here.