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We help businesses grow to realize their visions

Rahsegel Solutions Group (RSG)

is a consultancy specializing in strategic transformation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

We partner with businesses to unlock their potential by connecting people, processes, and technology. Our approach ensures that every initiative aligns with long-term success.

Inspired by the German word for “sail,” Rahsegel represents our role in guiding organizations through business uncertainty with clear purpose and strategic direction. Just as a well-planned sailing race requires everyone to work in harmony, RSG helps companies align teams, define visions, and execute strategies for growth.

Our Mission

Evaluate

To assess the current state to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas of opportunity for growth and improvement

Transform

To align your broader goals and implement tailored solutions to drive change 

Simplify

To streamline processes ensuring that solutions provide maximum efficiency

Realize

To deliver high-value results ensuring long-term success and sustainability

Our Values

Create Trust

We build relationships based on transparency and mutual benefit 

Leadership by Example

We challenge the status quo and guide with a hands-on approach

Deliver Results

We achieve outcomes that add significant value for our clients and stakeholders

Delivery Growth

We embrace countinuous learning and adapt to new ideas and feedback

Have Fun

We foster a positive environment that encourages creativity and high performance

Our Difference

At RSG, we don’t just consult – we partner with you to create a roadmap for success. We roll up our sleeves and work with your team, bringing the same rigorous attention we honed over the years, we don’t just provide advice; we deliver solutions rooted in proven practices, built over years of diverse experience across our team of partners.

Who We Work With

Meet the Rahsegel Team

With over 140 years of combined experience, we have a well-seasoned team at the helm

RSG Profile Holger Arnold

Holger Arnold

President / Managing Director

Holger Arnold is a transformative leader with 25 years of experience, renowned for driving excellence through seamless integration of people, process, and technology

RSG Profile Jeff Bollock

Jeff Bollock

Vice President of Business Development

Jeff Bollock is a highly accomplished IT Sales Leader with 25 years of demonstrated success in solving complex business and technology challenges

RSG Profile George Horvat

George Horvat

Vice President of Operational Excellence

George Horvat is a process-oriented, people-focused, Chief Operating Officer with a deep dedication to driving organizational transformation across diverse industries.

RSG Profile Sean Ferneyhough

Sean Ferneyhough

Sr. Consulting Partner

Sean Ferneyhough is known for exceptional leadership in driving transformational projects, executing factory turnarounds, and developing global lean programs across industries.

RSG Profile Dr. Steve Kelsey

Dr. Steve Kelsey

Sr. Consulting Partner

Dr. Steve Kelsey is a leading expert in organizational development and strategic change agent with over 30 years of global experience. 

RSG Profile Tim McElfresh

Tim McElfresh

Sr. Consulting Partner / Advisory Board Member

Tim McElfresh is a transformative leader with over 40 years of expertise in optimizing business operations, enhancing profitability, and driving continual improvement.

Who We Partner With

What Our Clients Say?

“RSG’s expertise transformed our operations, resulting a a 46% increase in capacity and a 32% reduction in cycle time. Their holistic approach and engagement of the team was key to the transformative success.” 

– Daavlin

Interested in how we can help you?

Let's chart your course together

RSG Profile Holger Arnold

Holger Arnold

President and Founder

Holger Arnold is a transformative leader known for driving excellence through the seamless integration of people, processes, and technology. With a career spanning over 25 years, Holger has demonstrated a commitment to pragmatic creativity and the power of collective insights, leading to both operational and strategic success.

Career Journey

Throughout his extensive career, Holger has built a diverse portfolio of expertise across various sectors, including technology, software, food and restaurant, automotive, industrial, commercial, and services. His global experience, which includes North and South America, Asia, Europe, and Australia, has equipped him with the skills to lead teams to unprecedented success. He has consistently intertwined innovation with operational excellence, strategic development, quality, and supply chain optimization.

At Rahsegel Solutions Group, Holger partners with clients to craft winning strategies and execute bespoke solutions. Whether revitalizing struggling operations, fostering hyper-growth strategies, or integrating cutting-edge technologies and automation, Holger’s approach remains results-oriented, sustainable, and innovative.

Expertise

  • Strategic Leadership and Business Strategy
  • Lean Management and Continuous Improvement
  • Operational and Supply Chain Optimization
  • Quality Systems and Process Innovation
  • Leadership in Health and Safety Initiatives
  • Advanced Data Analytics for Decision Making
  • Expert in Start-Ups, Closures, Relocations, and Life Cycle Development
  • Innovations across diverse business and product platforms
  • Fluent in Spanish and German, enabling effective global communication
RSG Profile Jeff Bollock

Jeff Bollock

Vice President of Business Development

Jeff Bollock is a highly accomplished IT Sales Leader with 25 years of demonstrated success in solving complex business challenges by integrating people, processes, and technology. As a co-founder and partner in RSG, Jeff’s passion for innovative solutions and commitment to client success have been the driving forces behind his career.

Career Journey

Throughout his career, Jeff has consistently delivered results, whether in establishing an IT service provider or working with leading IT consultancies. His expertise spans relationship building, both with clients and strategic partners, as well as a strong focus on thought leadership, ideation, and design thinking. Jeff’s entrepreneurial mindset and collaborative approach have enabled him to align business goals with actionable plans for success across various industries and verticals, including manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, automotive, and education.

Jeff holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Eastern Michigan University, further solidifying his foundation in business and leadership.

Expertise

  • Thought Leadership and Design Thinking
  • Relationship Building with Clients and Partners
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset and Problem Solving
  • Leadership, Mentorship, and Goal-Oriented Strategy
  • Business Development and Pipeline Management
  • Collaboration and Team-Oriented Success
  • Experience with SMB, Enterprise, and Fortune 1000 Organizations across Multiple Industries
RSG Profile George Horvat

George Horvat

Vice President of Operational Excellence

George Horvat is a process-oriented, people-focused Chief Operating Officer with a deep dedication to driving organizational transformation across diverse industries. With over 30 years of professional experience, George leverages his extensive knowledge in business development, IT, and lean manufacturing to help multinational organizations achieve transformative growth and enhanced profitability.

Career Journey

George began his career in quality, engineering, and maintenance, quickly rising to leadership roles in various sectors, including manufacturing, automotive, printing, and home goods. His strategic vision and operational expertise have been key to leading significant growth initiatives for notable brands such as Wayfair, VistaPrint, and Agero.

At Agero, George excelled as the Chief Operating Officer, leading a complete overhaul of IT methodologies and technological capabilities. His leadership resulted in a 50% reduction in telecommunications expenses and a 43% increase in service capabilities. This role followed his successful tenure at Wayfair as the North American Director of Operations, where he established an in-house delivery network that dramatically enhanced logistical efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Expertise

  • Strategic Leadership and Organizational Transformation
  • Lean Manufacturing and Budget Optimization
  • Integration of Operations with Technology and Product Development
  • Significant Cost Reduction and Profit Growth
  • Development and Execution of Growth Initiatives Across Multinational Organizations
  • Strategic Cost Management
  • Operational Efficiency Improvement
  • Financial Acumen and Growth Management
  • Logistical Optimization and Customer Satisfaction Enhancement
RSG Profile Sean Ferneyhough

Sean Ferneyhough

Sr. Consulting Partner

Sean Ferneyhough is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in manufacturing, holding key managerial roles in both operational and technical capacities. Known for his exceptional leadership in driving transformational projects, executing factory turnarounds, and developing global lean programs, Sean has made significant contributions across a variety of industries.

Career Journey

Sean’s career began with a technical apprenticeship and operational service in the UK Royal Air Force, where he maintained critical air fleet systems. Transitioning to the manufacturing industry, Sean developed expertise in process engineering and lean practices, initially at a contract manufacturing firm. He later advanced to Manufacturing Manager at a global Japanese tier 1 automotive company, where he led underperforming teams to exceed KPIs and represented Toyota TEAM for three years.

Sean co-founded a consulting division focused on global lean initiatives, leading a team to implement lean programs across 35 international sites. His career further includes roles as an Engineering Manager in tier 1 automotive manufacturing and Group Lean Expert at a major plastic injection molding company, where he successfully merged two sites into one of Europe’s largest facilities and established a network of Lean Leaders to drive continuous improvement.

Expertise

  • Leadership and sustainable implementation of Continuous Improvement initiatives
  • Expertise in Lean principles, tools, and techniques
  • Application of Agile Principles in Manufacturing Settings
  • Business Process and Value Stream mapping, from Current State to Future State design
  • Business transformation, Policy/Goal Deployment, and Change Management
  • Stakeholder engagement and management at all levels
  • Performance Measurement, KPI development, accountability, and ownership; Balanced Scorecard
  • Manufacturing process productivity and efficiency improvements
  • Commercial analysis in support of business goals and cost-reduction activities
  • Health and Safety (IOSH Managing Safely)
  • Expertise in factory turnaround and global program design and implementation
  • Experience in implementing Lean in non-manufacturing (transactional) environments
RSG Profile Dr. Steve Kelsey

Dr. Steve Kelsey

Sr. Consulting Partners

Dr. Steve Kelsey is a leading expert in organizational development and strategic change with over 30 years of global experience. Steve collaborates with clients to drive sustainable, positive transformation. His extensive expertise includes leadership development, employee engagement, and executive coaching, making him a trusted advisor for organizations aiming to align growth with core values.

Career Journey

Steve is recognized for his unique approach, which combines innovative thinking with deep-rooted psychological insight. He is adept at facilitating workshops, conferences, and public speaking engagements, where he enables teams and individuals to unlock their potential and solve complex challenges. Fluent in English and Japanese, Steve is based in Birmingham, UK, where he resides with his family.

Expertise

  • Leadership Development
  • Strategic Change Management
  • Employee Engagement
  • Executive Coaching
  • Workshop & Conference Facilitation
  • Public Speaking
  • Organizational Psychology
RSG Profile Tim McElfresh

Tim McElfresh

Sr. Consulting Partner / Advisory Board Member

Tim McElfresh is a transformative leader with over 40 years of expertise in optimizing business operations, enhancing profitability, and driving continuous improvement. Known for his results-oriented approach, Tim combines strategic insight with hands-on leadership, enabling sustainable growth across various sectors. His focus on safety, quality, and operational efficiency has made him a trusted advisor in achieving organizational excellence.

Career Journey

Tim’s career spans leadership roles in manufacturing, automotive, and industrial sectors, where he has driven key operational transformations and cultivated high-performing teams. He oversees operations, engineering, finance, and ESG initiatives, with a track record of significant improvements in safety, quality, and profitability. He has also designed and implemented organizational business universities to enhance cultural and knowledge diversity. His leadership has led to operational gains, including reducing safety incidents and enhancing profit margins.

Previously, Tim held executive roles such as Vice President of North American Operations at SSI Technologies and Vice President Global Operations at Universal AET, where he directed multi-site operations and led strategic transformations across production, quality, sales, and client services. Known for his collaborative leadership style, Tim has consistently achieved results through streamlined processes, robust safety measures, and data-driven decision-making.

Expertise

  • Operations Management & Continuous Improvement
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Profitability & Revenue Generation
  • Policies & Procedures Development
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Metrics & KPIs Evaluation
  • Market Trend Analysis
  • Business Development & Client Relationship Management
  • Advanced Data Analytics for Operational Decisions
  • Leadership in ESG, Safety, and Quality Initiatives

Privacy Policy for www.rahsegel.com

Effective Date: October 20, 2024

  1. Introduction

Welcome to Rahsegel Solutions Group, LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your personal information when you visit our website www.rahsegel.com (“Site”) or engage with our services.

By using our Site or services, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.

  1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

We do not store personal customer information beyond analytics. However, we may collect the following non-personal information:

      • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (only if you choose to provide it).
      • Usage Data: Information on how you interact with our Site, such as pages visited, time spent, and other analytics data

b. Data from Third Parties

We may receive non-personal information from third-party service providers to help us analyze how our Site is used.

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

      • Improving Our Services: To understand how users interact with our Site and services, enabling us to enhance user experience.
      • Marketing Campaigns: To create and optimize marketing strategies tailored to our audience.
      • Analytics: To monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities on our Site.
  1. What We Do Not Do
      • No Sale of Personal Data: We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
      • No Unrelated Data Use: We do not use your data for purposes other than those stated in this Privacy Policy.
  1. Who Has Access to Your Information

Your information may be shared with:

      • Our Team: Employees and affiliates who need access to perform their job functions.
      • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating our Site and conducting our business, such as analytics providers.

All third parties are required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

  1. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

  1. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once the data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.

  1. Data Collection from Children

Our Site and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

  1. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

a. Access and Correction

      • Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
      • Right to Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.

b. Deletion

      • Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.

c. Restriction of Processing

      • Right to Restrict: You can request that we limit the processing of your personal data.

d. Objecting to Processing

      • Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes, such as marketing.

e. Data Portability

      • Right to Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

f. Withdrawal of Consent

      • Right to Withdraw: If we are processing your data based on your consent, you can withdraw that consent at any time.

g. How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

      • Email: privacy@rahsegel.com

We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

  1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site and collect analytics data. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Notice.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

      • Email: privacy@rahsegel.com