MEET THE TEAM
JIM
Founder
Hi, my name is Jim and I’m the Founder of Dream to Product. I have been designing and manufacturing new technology products for over 18 years. My education as a Mechanical Engineer and my business experience running multiple companies adds value to every project. My passion is making smart products that improve quality of life.
Facts about me:
- I started my first company in 2008 designing and manufacturing medical equipment and successfully licensed the technology.
- I passed the testing for Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- My whole family was born in Italy and I enjoy carrying on the traditions, like making wine!
DEB
Manager of Business Development
Hi, my name is Deborah. I joined the Dream to Product team in winter of 2017 as the Manager of Business Development. I earned my degree at Loyola University Chicago and have over 15 years of business development experience. I previously worked in fitness, senior living education, and in energy conservation design and bring a unique perspective to Dream to Product.
Facts about me:
- I partnered in a design to save a school district 35% on their energy consumption.
- I previously owned my own business that helped companies make smart behavioral decisions that promote sustainability.
- I rode on a camel in the Sahara Desert in Morocco and slept in a tent overnight.
MARIO
Senior Design Engineer
Hi, my name is Mario and I am a Senior Design Engineer at Dream to Product. I have over 30 years of product design and manufacturing experience in a variety of industries. I have a Mechanical Engineering degree. I really enjoy solving engineering problems and coming up with elegant designs.
Facts about me:
- I have over 60 awarded patents in a variety of industries.
- I invented a self-brewing coffee mug for the microwave that I licensed.
- I built my own wood fired pizza oven in my back yard!
PAUL
Founder, inbox3d
Hi, my name is Paul and I am a Design Engineer at Dream to Product. In addition, I am the founder of inbox3d, a Chicago-based company that produces one of the most affordable large format printers out in the market. I partnered my company with Dream to Product to increase their high volume 3D printing capabilities.
After college I worked as an R&D Engineer developing consumer products with the side responsibility of fixing the company’s 3D printers.
Facts about me:
- I spent a good portion of my college career building robots.
PAULA
Production Supervisor
Hi, my name is Paula and I am a new member of the Dream to Product family. I was hired on as a production associate in the fall of 2017. I recently graduated with a certificate CNC machine set-up/operator and quality control. I spent several years in the medical industry, where attention to detail is critical and where I learned to love detailed work.
Facts about me:
- I enjoy parasailing and drinking pina coladas on the beach.
- I enjoy rollers coasters and hope to travel to Dubai.
JON
CAD Drafter
Hi, my name is Jon and I am a CAD staff engineer at Dream To Product. I received my Associates Degree from Oakton Community College. I have a passion for Computer Aided Design, as all of my favorite classes have utilized 3D modeling. I have been working at Dream To Product since April 2018.
Facts about me:
- I like to watch movies, especially Oscar nominees such as Moonlight, Birdman, and the Grand Budapest Hotel.
- I love the Beatles.
- I am working towards earning a black belt in karate.
ENRIQUE
Senior Design Engineer
I am very glad to join the Dream to Product — Solid Development Team, and I am excited to learn more in my work at Dream to Product. I really enjoy working with CAD 2D and 3D modeling software, like AutoCAD, Inventor, Micro Station, and Solidworks. I have worked in the aircraft and aerospace industry, the dental equipment industry, the retail display industry, and the railroad industry.
Facts about me:
- I am from Lima, Peru. Besides the USA, I have visited and enjoy the cultures of Beijing, China; Montreal, Canada; Quito, Ecuador; Mexico and Puerto Rico.
- In my free time I practice boxing and Birkram Yoga.
- I am a Latin dance Instructor and Ma-Uri - Polynesian massage therapist. Namasté!
WE ARE MAKERS
WE ARE DESIGN ENGINEERS
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SOLID Development Corp dba Dream To Product
2224 Cleveland Street
Evanston, IL 60202
phone 847-565-8798
