Enterprise operating executive with 20+ years of experience leading complex logistics, manufacturing, aerospace, and energy organizations. Full P&L accountability up to $1.2B, leadership of 8,500+ employees, and a track record of delivering EBITDA growth, productivity gains, and operational resilience.
Leadership Philosophy
I believe great leadership starts with clarity of purpose and alignment between strategy, people, and execution. My approach blends analytical precision with a commitment to mentorship, innovation, and measurable results. My leadership philosophy and commitment to inclusive excellence were recognized by Amazon when I was featured in their Diversity at Amazon spotlight, which profiled leaders driving cultural transformation and advancing equity across large-scale operations.
Executive Education and Advanced Credentials
Project Management Professional (PMP) — Project Management Institute
Proven leader in driving complex initiatives from strategy to execution. Applies disciplined project governance, cross-functional collaboration, and performance accountability to deliver measurable results.
Doctor of Business Administration
(DBA)
General Mangement
Capella University
Applied doctoral research emphasizing enterprise leadership, conflict management, and operational performance across complex, high-volume supply chain and distribution systems.
Master of Business Administration
(MBA)
Elmhurst University
Concentration in business strategy, operations leadership, and supply chain management, with emphasis on organizational transformation, analytics, and P&L-driven decision frameworks supporting executive-level initiatives.
Master of Science in Human Resource Management (MSHRM)
Western Governors University
Focus on enterprise leadership, organizational culture, and workforce strategy supporting operational scale, leadership effectiveness, and sustained organizational performance.
Bachelor of Arts Marketing
(BA)
Hillsdale College
Focus on marketing strategy, business development, and brand positioning with emphasis on market analysis, stakeholder communication, and enterprise growth initiatives.
Strategic Achievements & Impact
- Directed transformation of multi-billion-dollar logistics operations, achieving industry-leading efficiency and workforce engagement.
- Secured $800M+ contracts and strengthened enterprise customer relationships, fueling long-term growth.
- Launched AI, robotics, and digital twin systems delivering 35% productivity gains and reduced costs across global networks.
- Guided cultural transformation initiatives aligning with ESG principles, employee development, and operational sustainability.
- Recognized for leadership in complex change environments and building resilient, scalable organizational systems.
Director, Regional Operations Amazon Logistics (Executive) Chicago, IL | 2022 - Present
- Lead full-scope P&L for Amazon’s Midwest logistics network exceeding $1.2B, spanning 8,500 employees and 3,000 drivers across Illinois and Indiana. Accountable for strategic growth, operational transformation, and technology integration across 130M+ annual deliveries.
- Engineered automation and robotics initiatives increasing throughput 35% and reducing labor dependency 28%.
- Delivered record 98.5% on-time delivery and reduced shrinkage by 21% through predictive analytics and IoT-enabled operations.
- Strengthened strategic partnerships and governance with 3PL providers, achieving 17% chargeback reduction and SLA compliance above 99%.
- Advanced digital transformation through AI-driven systems, setting regional benchmarks in cost efficiency and scalability.
Director & General Manager
Pratt & Whitney (Raytheon Technologies) | East Lansing, MI | 2019 – 2022
- Directed global OEM and MRO programs with $400M P&L responsibility, serving military and commercial aviation markets. • Achieved $14M EBIT increase through lean production and process optimization.
- Negotiated and secured $800M in strategic long-term contracts.
- Led 5,500-employee workforce under collective bargaining, maintaining continuity during high-stakes union negotiations.
- Directed GTF engine production for Airbus A320, ensuring flawless quality standards and customer satisfaction.
Regional Director
Kinder Morgan | South St. Paul, MN | 2017 – 2019
- Oversaw strategic and operational management for 5 regional energy terminals with $100M+ throughput. • Restructured operational model, improving EBITDA $6M and increasing performance 25%.
- Reduced demurrage costs $335K and improved customer on-time metrics 15%.
- Partnered with commercial teams to secure $12M incremental revenue through solution-based sales strategy.
General Manager
Integrated Power Services | Thorton, IL | 2015 – 2016
- Directed an $80M regional platform driving profitability, client retention, and enterprise expansion through disciplined operational leadership and strategic growth alignment.
- Advanced Lean Six Sigma adoption across service operations, reducing total cost of quality by 28% and strengthening customer loyalty through measurable service excellence.
- Forged public–private partnerships with state workforce agencies to expand technical talent pipelines and sustain long-term regional competitiveness.
- Institutionalized compliance and ethical governance standards reduced audit findings by 30%.
Sr. Area Manager
BorgWarner | Bellwood, IL
2012 - 2015
Production Manager
GE Aviation (GE Aerospace) Madisonville, KY
2006 - 2012
Operations Manager
DaimlerChrysler (Stellantis) Detroit, MI
2000 - 2006
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. – Omicron Alpha Sigma Chapter Chair – Bigger Better Business
• Provide strategic and governance leadership for community and economic development initiatives, including the Bigger and
Better Business program, which focuses on sustainable growth for nonprofits and small businesses.
• Negotiated and secured municipal partnerships for community-based property development, establishing long-term
facilities to support outreach, education, and economic empowerment initiatives.
• Partner with national organizations, including the American Cancer Society and March of Dimes, to advance community
health, workforce engagement, and advocacy efforts.
• Collaborate with civic leaders, nonprofit boards, and external stakeholders to align funding, governance, and program
execution with long-term community impact objectives.