Bryan Entzminger

Current

Supply Chain Analyst - Petcare at Mars, Inc.
Elder at Smyrna Assembly

Past

Orchestra Director at Smyrna Assembly
Replenishment Analyst at Mars Petcare US
Saxophonist - Guys and Dolls at Lamplighter's Theatre

Orchestra Director - Fiddler on the Roof at Lamplighter's Theatre
Orchestra Director - The Man of La Mancha at Lamplighter's Theatre
Composer/Arranger at Freelance Music (Self-employed)
General Manager at Chick-fil-A
Interim Manager at Chick-fil-A
First Assistant Manager at McDonald's

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Education

Evangel College

Recommended

6 people have recommended Bryan

Connections

135 connections

Industry

Logistics and Supply Chain

Websites

bdentzy.com - my blog

Bryan Entzminger’s Summary

I am a pathological learner. From my earliest memories, my life has been marked by the pursuit of understanding.

All through my childhood I was constantly asking “How does that work?”, “What happens if we do this?”, “How does that fit together?”, “How can I apply this knowledge?” and much more. I remember at least once, to my mother’s chagrin, taking apart part of a refrigerator so that I could see how they were put together. I remember informally practicing the scientific method on my uncle’s farm as I observed the flow of a stream, made small changes to the environment after reflection, and then observed the effects of what I had done. I read much as a child – both fiction and non-fiction – and would often pass on knowledge to unsuspecting friends and family members.

This has certainly continued into adulthood. I continue to read widely – albeit mostly purported non-fiction. While there are some who would argue that non-fiction is just fiction that is not as creative as a novel, I tend to prefer it. And I continue to pursue understanding, connection, analysis, action, and communication.

These traits permeate my entire life – from my job as a Supply Chain Analyst to my functions within a local church. Every part of me seems to be driven to discover, apply, and share what I have found.

Bryan Entzminger’s Specialties:

Network-wide Inventory Management, Supply Chain Modeling and Optimization, Project Management

Bryan Entzminger’s Experience

Supply Chain Analyst - Petcare

Mars, Inc.

(Privately Held; Food Production industry)

April 2008 — Present (1 year 8 months)

Modeled and executed production network changes resulting in estimated annual savings in excess of $2,000,000.

* Participate with and lead cross-functional teams.
* Manage new project initiatives.
* Provide support for decision-making.
* Recognize, research, and capitalize on business opportunities.
Elder

Smyrna Assembly

(Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Religious Institutions industry)

July 2005 — Present (4 years 5 months)

Serving others is a passion and I'm given that opportunity at Smyrna Assembly.

I have the opportunity to help people in need by overseeing our benevolence ministry and I have numerous opportunities for leadership, teaching, and service.
Orchestra Director

Smyrna Assembly

(Religious Institutions industry)

June 2005 — July 2008 (3 years 2 months)

Who says you can't put an orchestra with a rock band?

In this volunteer position, I lead, direct, and play in a non-traditional volunteer orchestra. We play weekly along with a rock-based rhythm section and a choir. In addition, I partner with the worship arts pastor, worship leaders, and core leadership in selecting and developing music for weekly worship services.
Replenishment Analyst

Mars Petcare US

(Consumer Goods industry)

February 2005 — April 2008 (3 years 3 months)

As a Replenishment Analyst, I have been able to shape the replenishment model for both our branded and store-brand businesses. We have a great team of people who work together well to make positive changes in the business.

Developed business processes that supported 75% reduction in branded Centralized Replenishment head count.

Migrated three branded production facilities from site-based finished goods deployment to centralized process.

Partnered with Business IT to develop a replenishment tool that supports branded head count reduction, supports centralization of deployment process, facilitates training, and improves data accuracy.
Saxophonist - Guys and Dolls

Lamplighter's Theatre

(Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Performing Arts industry)

September 2007 — September 2007 (1 month)

Lamplighter's Theatre is a non-profit community theatre troupe focused on producing high-quality theatre with a positive message.
Orchestra Director - Fiddler on the Roof

Lamplighter's Theatre

(Non-Profit; 1-10 employees; Performing Arts industry)

July 2006 — September 2006 (3 months)

Lamplighter's Theatre is a non-profit community theatre troupe focused on producing high-quality theatre with a positive message.

Fiddler on the Roof, a well-known musical with notable music and a wonderful plot, was the opening show for Lamplighter's 2006-2007 season. I assembled and rehearsed the orchestra as well as directed the music for all six shows.
Orchestra Director - The Man of La Mancha

Lamplighter's Theatre

(Non-Profit; 1-10 employees; Performing Arts industry)

August 2005 — September 2005 (2 months)

Lamplighter's Theatre is a non-profit community theatre troupe focused on producing high-quality theatre with a positive message.

The Man of La Mancha, a classic musical, was the opening show for Lamplighter's inaugural season. I rehearsed the orchestra and directed the music for seven shows.
Composer/Arranger
Freelance Music (Self-employed)

(Self-Employed; Myself Only; Music industry)

February 2005 — July 2005 (6 months)

Writing partner Geoff Butterworth and I were subcontracted to compose music for Thomas Nelson Publishers.

Fred Legendre, III, the owner of 3:1 Studios was the producer for Thomas Nelson's audio recording of the New Century Version of the Bible. We provided all of the music for this 70 CD set.
General Manager

Chick-fil-A

(Privately Held; 1001-5000 employees; Restaurants industry)

1999 — 2005 (6 years )

Leading others while working shoulder-to-shoulder is a real challenge. While with Chick-fil-A I honed my leadership skills, developed the ability to make quick decisions, exercised dynamic problem-solving and implementation techniques, and learned many useful business skills.
Interim Manager

Chick-fil-A

(Privately Held; 1001-5000 employees; Restaurants industry)

November 2000 — February 2001 (4 months)

During the absence of Owner/Operator Ryan Dennis, I partnered with him and Chick-fil-A, Inc. to operate his franchise. In that time I made changes to improve sales, profitability, and overall customer experience by developing and implementing training and marketing programs.
First Assistant Manager

McDonald's

(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; MCD; Restaurants industry)

July 1996 — February 1999 (2 years 8 months)

Talk about jumping into the fire to learn. Quick service management can teach effective leadership and decision-making skills if given the chance. But better than that, managers can learn about interpersonal relationships and leadership first-hand. While I was with McDonald's, I initiated positive changes in an opportunity-filled restaurant, interviewed and made hiring recommendations for potential employees, and trained new employees.

Bryan Entzminger’s Education

Evangel College

BME , Music Education , 1991 — 1996

Many people say that a college degree is useless, reciting statistics about how many people actually get jobs within their major area of study. I disagree.

While I've never used my degree to teach in a formal school setting, I've found my education to be very valuable. I use what I've learned to lead a volunteer orchestra and play weekly. I've been able to apply my education and classroom discipline experience in other leadership positions. And because I understand how to learn, to think, and to teach, I've had many opportunities to learn, synthesize, and effectively share.

Activities and Societies:

Pi Kappa Lambda, Outstanding Achievement in Music Education, College Band Vice President, College Band PR Director, Evangel College Band, Evangel College Concert Band, Evangel College Orchestra, Evangel College Chorus

Additional Information

Bryan Entzminger’s Websites:

bdentzy.com - my blog

Bryan Entzminger’s Interests:

Benevolence, Instrumental Conducting, Composition and Arranging, Recording, Music Performance, Live Music, Hi-Fi Music Playback, Apple Computers, Technology, Religion, Faith