Chris Johnson, CFA is a Senior Analyst at Cleveland Research Company, where he leads the firm’s sell-side research efforts, with a particular focus on supply chain and logistics, including a comprehensive analysis of construction and agricultural equipment, heavy trucks and engines, railroads, as well as air, ocean and land freight. 

Chris’s expertise extends into the nuances of supply chain dynamics and logistics management, encompassing areas such as intermodal transportation, less-than-truckload (LTL) services, and parcel delivery. His analyses provide critical insights into market trends and operational efficiencies, helping clients navigate the complexities of global logistics networks and optimize.

Tom Clark is Partner and Supply Chain & Logistics Practice Leader at DRI and also leads DRI’s Military Leadership Excellence and Military Transition Practices.  He has held leadership roles across Direct Recruiters Permanent Placement and Contract Staffing businesses (formerly known as Direct Consulting Associates) and was instrumental in aligning the businesses to offer clients total, customized, performance-based recruiting solutions.  Tom is a former U.S. Army Captain and Airborne Ranger who led troops in combat in the global war and served as a subject matter expert on logistics.  

Tom is the President of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals Cleveland Roundtable and also serves CSCMP as the Regional Advisor for the Middle Atlantic and New England Regions.  

Matt Wagner has more than two decades of expertise in business development and sales management, specializing in supply chain management solutions. As Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Jarrett, he is responsible for developing the sales and marketing strategy and execution to drive new business growth and brand awareness.

In 2007, he began his logistics career with Jarrett as a Manager of Business Development. Following this, he honed his skills further during a six-year tenure as Client Solutions Director at Transportation Insight, before ultimately returning to Jarrett in 2016 as Vice President, Sales & Marketing and was promoted in November 2022 to his current position. 

Matt earned his certification as a LEAN Green Belt through Total Insight in November 2012, further solidifying his proficiency in driving operational excellence. Matt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Ashland University. 

Mike is the Founder and CEO of Jarrett Logistics Systems (JLS), the flagship brand in his corporate portfolio. He is known for his entrepreneurial achievements as founder or co-founder of six highly successful companies based in Northeast Ohio.

He formerly served as Vice President of Carrier Operations for Hudson, Ohio-based Caliber Logistics (now known as FedEx Supply Chain Services) as well as Roadway Express.

Mike has been named EY Entrepreneur of the Year in the Distribution and Manufacturing category and currently serves as the Chair of the Heartland Education Community Board of Trustees, the Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) Board and the University of Mount Union Board of Trustees.

Rennie Alston is the founder, CEO and President of the Alston Group, a premiere Customs Regulatory expert, licensed customhouse broker, and Global Security specialist. He holds over thirty years of interactive work experience with the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection on international trade and regulatory issues. Rennie received his Masters Certification from the International Chamber of Commerce in Paris in 2011 as a master trainer of the Incoterms 2010.