The Logistics of Logistics REPOST: Success in Retail Logistics with Mike Jarrett
Mike Jarrett and Joe Lynch discuss success in retail logistics. Mike is the Founder of Jarrett, a leading 3PL providing transportation and logistics solutions.
About Mike JarrettMike Jarrett, President, and CEO of Jarrett, founded the company in 1999. Prior to starting the company, Mike spent several years in the supply chain industry where he was Vice President of Carrier Operations for Hudson, Ohio–based Caliber Logistics (now known as FedEx Supply Chain Services). Earlier in his career, he was a leader at Roadway Express. He graduated from the University of Mount Union with a Bachelor of Business Administration and received a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Akron. Mike and his wife Diane reside in Orrville, Ohio. They have two daughters, Alexa, and Madeline. He 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.
About JarrettJarrett is a privately held, family-owned company founded in 1999 in Orrville, Ohio, where the company headquarters are today. As a leading multimodal 3PL, Jarrett provides transportation, logistics, warehousing, and fleet services for customers throughout North America. At Jarrett, the philosophy is that supply chain partners should have no limits. Jarrett makes a promise to its customers. The customer is important. Customer emergencies are Jarrett’s emergencies. Highly personalized service is provided 24/7/365 through the company’s routing center – of which all calls are answered within three rings or less. Jarrett promises customers are informed. With the most advanced technology combined with the greatest people, Jarrett provides actionable data so customers can make informed decisions in real time. Jarrett promises their customer’s supply chain will be innovative. The way we Jarrett delivers solutions gives customers a strategic advantage and helps them grow their business in a new way.
About The Jarrett Supply Chain SummitThe Jarrett Supply Chain Summit is an event that aims to provide innovative insights and help participants stay ahead in the market. It will take place on Thursday, August 10 at the Orrville High School Auditorium in Orrville, Ohio. The registration for the event begins at 8:00 a.m. The keynote speaker for the summit is Jim Tressel, a College Football Hall of Famer, and former Ohio State University football coach. Tressel is known for his leadership and strategic brilliance, which led the Buckeyes to numerous championships. Other guest speakers include industry leaders such as Satish Jindel, Mike Jarrett, Berkley Stafford, Gary Moore, Alan Jones, Jerry Zurovchak, Rick Brumett, Todd Polen, Holli Goare, Janene Holmes, Steve Antunes, David Reese, and Tom Clark. The summit offers networking opportunities, interactive sessions, and the chance to explore innovative solutions for supply chain operations. After the summit, there will be a musical performance by Tracy Byrd and a silent auction to support the Heartland Education Community at Jarrett Headquarters.
Key Takeaways: Success in Retail Logistics with Mike Jarrett- As a leading multimodal 3PL, Jarrett provides transportation, logistics, warehousing, and fleet services for customers throughout North America.
- Jarrett is a privately held, family-owned company founded in 1999 in Orrville, Ohio.
- Jarrett has multiple locations, including its corporate headquarters in Orrville, Ohio, as well as facilities in Los Angeles, California, Hickory, North Carolina, Leola, Pennsylvania, Kent, Ohio, and Seville, Ohio.
- The Jarrett team aim is to create continuous improvement opportunities throughout the entire supply chain.
- Jarrett offers high-touch, personalized service to their clients.
- The company services enhance operational efficiency and lower transportation-related costs.
- They ensure seamless execution of end-to-end supply chain solutions.
- Their vision is to be the best logistics company in the industry, providing excellent customer service, state-of-the-art technology, and premier services.
- Jarrett believes in innovation and supports their employees in doing great things for their clients every day.
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