Wesley B. Williamson

Dunsborough

Summary

Entrepreneurial and creative Founder passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced in formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of multiple successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Founder & Product Innovator

BlueSalt Innovations LLC

08.2022 - Current

Invented and commercialized ArmsEzzz, a patented arm-support device designed to reduce tension, anxiety, and sensory stress for travelers and neurodivergent individuals.
Led the end-to-end development cycle: concept design, beta testing (50+ participants), iterative feedback integration, and final market-ready product release.
Secured a U.S. Utility Patent, demonstrating commitment to intellectual property protection and product credibility.
Coordinated with legal, regulatory, and design experts to align with safety and accessibility standards.
Built early customer adoption pipeline through targeted outreach, influencer partnerships, and autism-focused community engagement.

Vice President, Technical Development

AWOL Industries

08.2015 - 12.2021

Directed $1.6M+ in capital projects for facility expansion and equipment acquisition, consistently delivered on time and within budget.
Scaled production from 260 to 2,600 units annually (10x increase), applying Lean practices and cost controls.
Negotiated vendor contracts and optimized processes to sustain long-term operational growth.

Port Engineer & Marine Technical Superintendent

Patriot Contract Services & APL

01.2001 - 01.2015

Managed multi-million-dollar dry-dock projects (e.g., $4.5M shipyard availability, $3.3M retrofit) with proven success in cost savings (up to 12% below budget).
Authored engineering policy changes that improved fleet-wide reliability.
Recognized for implementing streamlined safety management reporting (“Best Fleet Practice”).

Education

Licensed Marine Engineer - Engineering

MEBA Engineering School

Baltimore, Maryland

01-1979

Skills

Product Development & Commercialization
Autism & Sensory-Aware Design Principles
Regulatory Compliance & Safety Standards

Intellectual Property Management
Stakeholder Engagement & Community Partnerships
Large-Scale Technical Project Leadership