Dave Grone
About Dave Grone
Dave Grone is a Contracts Administrator specializing in pricing at Tapestry Solutions, Inc., with a background in communications and business administration. He has extensive experience in estimating and pricing analysis from his previous roles at Boeing and holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Business Administration.
Work at Tapestry Solutions
Dave Grone has been employed at Tapestry Solutions, Inc. as a Contracts Administrator - Pricing since 2015. In this role, he focuses on developing and maintaining the company's Excel pricing model, ensuring it aligns with the requirements for both competitive and sole source government procurements. His responsibilities include analyzing actual costs and historical data in collaboration with the engineering community to create accurate estimates for government contracts. Grone also collaborates with Human Resources and senior management to conduct labor rate analyses for year-end updates.
Previous Experience at Boeing
Prior to his current position, Dave Grone worked at Boeing in various roles. He served as an Estimating & Pricing Analyst from 2009 to 2015, where he was involved in pricing strategies and cost analysis. Before that, he held the position of Business Planning Analyst for one year in 2007-2008, and worked in Procurement Financial Analysis from 2008 to 2009. His experience at Boeing provided him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and pricing strategies within the aerospace industry.
Education and Expertise
Dave Grone holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communications-Journalism from Truman State University, which he completed from 1997 to 2001. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration and Management from Webster University, studying from 2008 to 2012. His educational background equips him with skills in communication and management, which are essential in his current role in contracts administration and pricing.
Community Involvement and Company Culture
In addition to his professional responsibilities, Dave Grone has played a significant role in fostering company culture at Tapestry Solutions. He has been involved in planning and executing company-wide social gatherings, including annual picnics and holiday parties. His efforts also extend to community involvement activities, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing employee engagement and community relations.