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.
Anshu has 20 years of experience in logistics, technology and analytics. He built and led A.T. Kearney’s global Analytics Practice, working with clients to utilize technology and data to empower business transformation. He also helped start and grow technology and analytics businesses, building teams in the US, Europe and Asia.
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.
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.
Greer has 15 years experience in technology marketing, including roles at Apple and Microsoft. She is an experienced entrepreneur who co-founded and led marketing for software company AnyMod. Most recently, Greer led Partnerships Marketing for logistics company Convoy. She holds an MBA from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management and a BA from Barnard College, Columbia University.
Matt comes to Leaf with 11 years experience in the logistics and supply chain industry, where he has scaled teams and driven operational excellence at large 3PLs. His dedication to reducing supply chain friction and improving network synergies can be applied to help carriers and shippers best utilize the Leaf Platform.
Margie has spent her career prior to Leaf in management consulting. She was a key member of Kearney's Analytics practice for over six years, where she helped senior leaders solve operational problems and reduce supply chain costs across industries such as CPG, Retail, Finance, Entertainment and Chemicals. Margie holds a B.S.E. in Operations Research and Information Engineering from Cornell University.
Juan brings over 7 years of experience leading finance and operations in companies ranging from a large media corporation to an early-stage tech company. Most recently, he led operations for a digital publisher where he was responsible for maximizing revenue opportunities and measuring success across the company's operations. Juan has a Bachelor's in Finance from Florida International University.
Chuck has served in leadership roles at several technology companies such as EverQuote, ImagineCare, and Cognitive Electronics. He began his career in consulting with Tigris and AlixPartners where he helped clients operate complex business units more efficiently by combining data-driven problem solving, strategy, and team-building. Chuck earned an SB from MIT in Aero & Astro with a Minor in Economics, and an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, where he was a Tuck Scholar.
Jason brings 12 years of sales experience from the SaaS industry focusing on digital transformation for Enterprise size customers. He has scaled and led sales organizations driving revenue for companies like Oracle and BlackLine. Additionally as a founder himself, he started and successfully ran his own business which gave him hands-on experience into the manufacturing and retail space.
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.
Katie has extensive talent acquisition experience from her various roles prior to Leaf. She previously worked at Boston Consulting Group, where she was responsible for driving strategy, implementing streamlined recruiting processes and converting top talent from a wide range of MBA campuses. Katie holds a Bachelor's in Psychology and Communication from Hamilton College.
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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