Edward Batko

Edward Batko, the visionary founder and CEO of Logicraft Corporation, specializes in high-precision contract manufacturing in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. His firm excels in precision machining, injection-molded plastics, die casting, sheet metal, and bearings. Under his leadership, the company has become renowned for its innovative approach to supply chain management, notably through the successful implementation of a "Zero Defect Policy" that has drastically improved customer satisfaction rates. Having moved to the United States in 1981, Edward quickly adapted and excelled academically. He completed high school in two years and subsequently earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from UIC in just two and a half years. His academic pursuits didn't stop there; he secured an MBA from Loyola University in 1992, specializing in International Finance and MIS. Edward's professional journey began at BDLS, a CPA firm, where he honed his skills as a consultant. There, he oversaw the implementation of comprehensive accounting systems and managed substantial sales quotas. By 1991, he had advanced to managing multiple retail locations, driving sales to achieve a $15 million target. His expertise in international project management grew from 1992 to 1999 at Advanced Systems & Networks, where he led a team of 18 and cultivated significant partnerships, including with PricewaterhouseCoopers, setting the stage for later career advancements. In 1999, Edward joined PwC as a Business Development Manager, where he effectively managed projects totaling more than $40 million. Edward's career trajectory took a significant upward turn in 2002 when he joined IBM as the Director of Business Development and International Strategic Alliances. Here, he led over 70 projects across various sectors, accumulating a project value exceeding $130 million and markedly increasing revenue by fostering innovative business solutions and strategic partnerships globally.