Start the Ladder

William Matteson is a senior at University of Wisconsin-Madison double majoring in financial planning and economics. This past summer he was a summer analyst at JPMorganChase and received a full time offer that he will be starting this summer. In this episode look to learn how Will navigated each step getting internship through the lens of Start the Ladder's 6S. SPARK - What do you want to do?...

Peter Metcalfe is a seasoned manufacturing and operations leader with a long standing career spanning plant leadership, engineering, and consulting. As Managing Director at Intillit Partners , a manufacturing consulting firm focused on helping plants do more with less in an increasingly competitive environment, he works closely with organizations to strengthen operational performance, improve effi...

Tonya Jackson is a seasoned global operations executive with more than 30 years of experience leading manufacturing, product development, sustainability, supply chain, and organizational leadership initiatives in complex, international environments. Throughout her career at Lexmark , the world-renowned printer and solutions company, she held numerous senior executive roles including Chief People O...

Stephen Brillati , the CEO at Cura Group , a transportation, logistics, supply chain, and storage company. Cura Group delivers scalable warehousing and distribution solutions while helping organizations streamline operations through flexible, facility-driven supply chain strategies. Stephen Brillati is a seasoned logistics executive with nearly 20 years of experience leading complex logistics and...

Kristin Hilbert , the VP, Global Supply Chain at Harley-Davidson Motor Company a globally recognized manufacturer, delivering iconic motorcycles and related products while driving enterprise value through advanced manufacturing, innovation, and brand leadership. Kristin Hilbert is a seasoned global supply chain executive with over 20 years of experience leading complex logistics, sourcing, and pro...

Chris Grabmiller , the President and CEO at StaffBright a full-service professional staffing firm, Managing Director at Intillit Partners a consulting team focused on Manufacturing and Enterprise Value. Chris Grabmiller is a seasoned staffing and recruiting executive with nearly 20 years of experience leading high-performance teams in fast-paced, results-driven environments. As President and CEO o...

Tim Schuler, the President and COO at D & K Ventures, LLC proud pioneers of the Michigan Cannabis Industry, sits down to give his advice. Tim Schuler is a seasoned sales and business management leader with over 22 years of experience across the sports, entertainment, alcohol, and cannabis industries. As President and COO of Detroit Edible Company and Cannalicious Labs, he leads one of Michigan...

Carlos Rodriguez the Chief Executive Officer at Constellation Cold Logistics, sits down to give his advice. Carlos has over 25 years experience in temperature-controlled logistics, is the former CEO and Co-founder of Agro Merchants Group, former CEO of Coldpoint, and held senior roles at Americold and Syncreon. He has a Master of Science in Transport & Logistics from Liverpool John Moores Univ...

Monica Franco the Vice President of Contract Logistics Sales at DP World, sits down to give her advice. Monica has spent 23 years in the logistics industry, serving in both sales and operational management roles for global corporate customers. She has successfully built strong relationships with customers and colleagues based on responsiveness, resourcefulness, and a commitment to delivering value...

Rob McIntosh leads end-delivery, fulfillment strategy and trade compliance within Dell Technologies’ global supply chain organization, where he builds partnerships with major 3PLs and drives innovation in logistics execution. With over two decades of experience spanning global trade, reverse manufacturing, and digital transformation, he focuses on performance, accountability, and cross-functional...

Domenic Maiani is the President at Lazio Search Group a Staffing and Recruiting company Empowering Supply Chain, Logistics, and Distribution with Top Talent. Domenic has almost 15 years of experience in the world of Staffing and Recruiting. In this episode expect to learn, how the supply chain and logistics hiring landscape is changing, and what skills are most in-demand today. Domenic’s advice to...

Dan Hobbs is the Co-Founder & CEO of Protex AI, a software development company that uses AI to enhance safety in the workplace. Dan has started two companies and has over 10 years of experience in software development. In this episode expect to learn, how AI is reshaping traditional industries like manufacturing, warehousing, and construction; practical insights on leadership, team culture, an...

This interview series aims to sit down with experienced business professionals and ask them the questions the next generation needs answered. As high school and college students approach graduation, an important step to starting their career is gaining advice from those ahead of them. This series will allow students to hear from those deep into a career they intend on pursuing, and hearing the int...