As VP of Product Engineering at PS Technology, I lead talented teams in developing cutting-edge software for the railroad industry. My journey began at Brigham Young University, where I earned a BS in Operations Management and later completed an MBA with a focus on Supply Chain Management.During my academic pursuit, I spent two impactful years in Australia aiding Asian refugees/immigrants, mastering Vietnamese, and delved into business and manufacturing across China, Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, and Vietnam. My endeavors led to earning a Global Management Certificate.Certified as an APICS Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) and Production & Inventory Management Expert (CPIM), I've contributed to the Midlands Chapter Board of Directors. My career spans food production, semiconductor manufacturing, and a 17+ year tenure at Union Pacific Railroad.At Union Pacific, I spearheaded heavily customized SAP implementation projects in asset management and services procurement. At PS Technology, a subsidiary of Union Pacific, I led the development and delivery of 'Precision Train Builder,' a game-changing rail industry solution for in-train force simulations, enhancing operational efficiency and preventing derailments. Additionally, I guided 'Mobile Tie-Up,' streamlining rail-crew management and leading technical services engagements with shortline railroads.Throughout my journey, I've successfully led teams in application development and support across Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Human Resources, driving impactful transformations in these domains.