I believe that integrity and authenticity are our greatest assets, and time our most valuable resource. A growing and successful business is an opportunity for everyone involved; staff, vendors, and customers. I have had the good fortune to be a part of many incredible teams, and love what I do. Expectations and accountability, good planning and clever adaptability, insight and constant curiosity, genuine care and a delight in excellence are all qualities I admire in leaders and have sought to develop throughout my career.A Supply Chain & Operations leader needs expertise in a thousand subjects, which may be my favorite part of this career. I’ve had the opportunity to gain a deep knowledge of CPG operations leadership, supply chain design and optimization, contract packaging, international supply chains, operations management,, inventory management & control, 3PL management, EDI implementations, cost optimization projects, R&D including COGS & margin analysis and design, , business process improvement, business strategy (lean operations), internal and external communications, staff mentorship, organizational management, project management, quality control (SQF, BRC, GFSI, FDA & customs, allergen control), extensive excel expertise, etiquette, international vendor relationships, ingredient sourcing, packaging design (food grade barrier, cost optimized corrugate, SRP design,) time management & prioritization mentorship, and the application of stoic philosophy in a fast-paced professional environment.