As a results-proven global supply chain/operations leader, independent business owner, and board member, I have a record of spearheading high-volume business transformations, building robust new initiatives from the ground up, and optimizing operational performance. My tenacious drive to win and determination to go the distance has enabled me to become a recognized leader of high-performance teams, a valued board member, and a highly accomplished long-distance runner. I have completed 15 Boston Marathons, and in 2021, set three national age-group records and was named Overall Female Distance Athlete of the Year by USATF. - Leadership Effectiveness- Operational Excellence- Team and Talent Development- Change Management- Board ExperienceLeadership Effectiveness. 25+ years of experience in the automotive industry leading diverse global teams of up to 6,000 in part/inventory/supplier management, logistics, warehouse and packaging operations, customer service, and sales. Repeatedly selected to head up critical initiatives for GM in high-intensity, fast-paced environments.Operational ExcellenceLed operational teams producing benchmark levels in warehouse efficiency and quality through standardized work, initiated and gained approval for a new greenfield packaging center, and developed global safety template in response to COVID-19 that became recognized as a best practice in manufacturing for COVID protocols. Team & Talent DevelopmentProven success in multiple leadership roles by empowering, engaging, and ensuring accountability with team members. Applies a positive leadership style and a “what must be true” approach to spawn creativity and innovation. Mentored and groomed several individuals who rose to positions of high visibility, often in prominent leadership roles. Change ManagementInnovative, action-oriented problem solver who led warehousing operations safely and effectively through COVID-19 crisis as an essential business, maintained plant operations during a massive union work stoppage, created unity across four distinct global regions, and built a billion-dollar distribution channel.Board Experience Named to several industry/corporate/nonprofit boards and advisory councils, including CEOWorld magazine, Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), United Negro College Fund, and GM Women Employee Resource Group (ERG). Recognized for achievements and leadership by organizations such as YWCA and National Association for Female Executives (NAFE).