Leaf is a fast-paced, well funded startup focused on transforming transportation logistics through new digital solutions. We use predictive analytics and AI to identify the best transportation contracting opportunities for our customers, lowering their costs, improving their operations, and reducing their carbon footprint. Leaf’s unique Flex forward contracts introduce an exciting new way for the industry to rethink the way they manage their transportation.
Vikram has over 20 years of experience working with transportation, logistics and technology companies as a financing provider, equity investor and board member while he was employed at Bain Capital. During that time, Vikram deployed well over $1bn of capital into his portfolio companies on a global basis. More recently, Vikram was the Chief Risk Officer of a private equity backed trade finance platform that he helped build and sell to JA Mitsui Leasing, Ltd. Vikram has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science from Cornell University and a Master of Business Administration Degree from Harvard Business School.
Bryan has extensive experience in logistics and technology startups, and has done groundbreaking work with both shippers and carriers to identify opportunities to improve yield, asset utilization and network balance.
Andrea is a passionate and creative problem solver, interested in using data science techniques to drive business decisions. She has over 15 years of experience supporting and implementing best-in-class transportation solutions across modes worldwide. She holds a Master in Information and Data Science from UC Berkeley.
Stefan combines extensive technology and startup experience with a deep understanding of the logistics industry. He developed a wide range of software systems, including award-winning optimization models to solve some of the most complex problems in the logistics industry. He holds a Master in Information Systems and a PhD in Operations Research.
Jeff brings his experience as an industry executive responsible for operations and procurement at companies like Bristol Myers Squibb and leadership roles in technology and consulting firms to help carriers, shippers and 3PLs best use the Leaf platform.
Chris serves as Principal at ECG, providing Supply Chain advice and consulting, and he is the former VP Global Strategic Supply Chain at The Coca-Cola Company, where he held a 25 year tenure.
Edith is a renowned leader in the application of technology in the supply chain. As a co-founder and senior executive at companies like Opalytics and LogicTools, Edith has been a practitioner, applying principles she wrote about in "Designing and Managing the Supply Chain" and other publications.
Joe has led procurement and supply chain teams at multinationals such as Avon, Mars and Cargill. A former commodities trader and Chief Procurement Officer, Joe brings extensive experience in applying data and market tools to help manage complex, business critical operations.
Tom brings extensive supply chain, procurement and operational experience to Leaf. Most recently, Tom held responsibilities including VP, Supply Chain Strategic Initiatives and Chief Procurement Officer at The Campbell Soup Company.
Mark is an experienced executive, formerly COO at Rubicon, and SVP and CPO at Coca Cola Refreshments. Mark started his career as a commodity trader at Cargill and Mars, and now advises early stage companies on strategy and growth.
Mithun is currently VP at Google responsible for the go-to-market strategy of their SMB Ads division. Prior to his role he has led Global Customer Onboarding and brings experience across both the Acquisitions and Same Store business over the past 7 years. Before joining Google he worked in consulting (Kearney) for over 9 years in the analytics & retail space.
Ari is the CEO and cofounder of REEF Technology, which transforms urban spaces into community hubs that bring the best goods, services, and experiences to the neighborhood. With an ecosystem of 5,000 locations and a team of over 18,000 people, REEF is the largest operator of mobility real estate and delivery-only kitchens in North America. Ari holds M.S. and B.S. degrees in industrial engineering and economics from Northwestern University.
John Larkin is Strategic Advisor at Clarendon, where he focuses on deal sourcing, capital raising, and the creation of value within portfolio companies in the transportation & logistics industry. Previously, Mr. Larkin worked at Legg Mason (later sold to Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc.) where he formed and led the firm’s entry into transportation markets. Mr. Larkin has also served as: Chairman and CEO of RailWorks Corporation, Managing Director with Alex. Brown and Sons' transportation team, AVP - Planning and Analysis at CSX Transportation, Inc., Systems Engineering Consultant with Day & Zimmermann, Inc., and a Research Associate at the Center for Transportation Research (at the University of Texas at Austin).
Matt has 15 years’ diverse experience in people operations, organization design, and recruiting across a broad array of industries and growth stages. Over his career, he has built several high-performing People and Talent functions for early-stage ventures. Matt spent the last 5 years in consulting, most recently in the freight tech space. He is passionate about empowering people, forging teams, and designing enabling systems that drive optimal organizational performance and value.
Leaf is always looking for forward-thinking talent.
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