About Fischgrund Consulting

Justin Fischgrund, Founder & Principal

Justin is a distinguished and award-winning engineering & technology senior leader, patent inventor & professor, with a proven track record of pioneering process improvement & cutting-edge, technology-driven solutions across diverse industries, including Tech Startups, Manufacturing, Financial, Naval, Aviation, Railroad, Retail & Grocery.

Throughout his 10+ year career, Justin has led continuous improvement & large-scale agile software development initiatives, delivering re-engineering & revenue benefits exceeding $100 million.

Justin holds a bachelor’s & master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, along with Professional Engineering (PE) Licensure, Project Management Professional (PMP) & Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certifications.

Justin’s career epitomizes how the marriage of streamlined processes and advanced technology becomes the cornerstone of financial excellence and agile decision-making.

“True innovation lies at the intersection of streamlined processes and advanced technology—this is where efficiency becomes the engine of sustainable growth.”

Experience & Credentials

Education & Certifications

  • Professional Engineering License (PE)
  • Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (LSSMBB)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Master of Science in Industrial Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

Experience

  • Adjunct Professor, Swanson School of Engineering – University of Pittsburgh
  • Product Management & UX Design, Omnichannel Technology – BJ’s Wholesale Club
  • Product Management, Store & Omnichannel Technology – DICK’S Sporting Goods
  • Process Engineering,
    Mechanical Division – Amtrak
  • Process Engineering Consulting, Integrated Warfare System – U.S. Navy
  • Process Engineering & Optimization, Customer Support Network – American Express

Current Leadership Advisory Roles

  • Board Member, University of Miami College of Engineering – Industry Advisory
  • Board Member, Tau Beta Pi Engineering Society – Pittsburgh Alumni Chapter

  • 1985

    Start with a small service

    This was the time when we started our company. We had no idea how far we would go, we weren’t even sure that we would be able to survive for a few years. What drove us to start the company was the understanding that we could provide a service no one else was providing.

  • 1990

    First employees

    This was the first period when Consulting WP actually felt like it would stick around for a while. We realized we were growing more stable and expanding at the same time. We needed a new office as we had severely outgrown the last one. We started scouting for a new location.

  • 2001

    First recognition

    By this time we were a well known name within the industry. We had been prominent members of the industry for more than 16 years and worked for some of the biggest clients in the industry; we weren’t dismissed by anyone because we could not be dismissed by anyone.

  • 2015

    Corporation or family

    Our journey has only brought us higher. Information Technology completely changes the way we analyze and present data. We have embraced new technologies and have ensured that our clients receive cutting edge analytics. As we go on towards the future we intend to exploit the full potential.

Key Results

In his professional experience, Justin has been a trailblazer in organizational change & delivering impactful business results in public & private sectors.

Inventor

Developed a groundbreaking patented solution aimed at revolutionizing the in-store shopping journey, empowering customers to seamlessly self-serve and explore products. This innovation enhances customer experiences, integrates cutting-edge technology, and streamlines operations, offering businesses scalable, efficient, and future-ready solutions that drive growth and revenue.

Innovation

Uniquely combined Six Sigma and agile software development to solve customer and business challenges with solutions that are valuable, feasible, and usable. Achieved $15M+ in expense reduction and $100M+ in revenue, showcasing the transformative power of innovation and patented methodologies to drive impactful, scalable, and measurable results across industries.

Change Agent

Spearheaded product mindset transformation by injecting human-centered design and roadmap principles into processes, reducing feature time-to-market by 50% while increasing capital efficiency. Fostered cross-functional collaboration and agility, enabling organizations to thrive in competitive markets by implementing innovative, scalable, and high-impact solutions.

Motivation Leader

Increased employee satisfaction by 1000 bps by defining core job capabilities and setting clear performance standards. Created a culture of growth through continuous development, aligning employee goals with organizational objectives, and fostering innovation, resilience, and collaboration. This approach boosted engagement and improved team performance.