Type Of Business:
Wholesale distribution company
Major Product/SVS:
Infrastructure and energy services; Maintenance, repair and improvement services for specialty construction markets
Education Degrees:
Pursuing MBA, Concentrations in Leadership and Development, National University (2004); Bachelor of Arts in Human Behavior, California State University, Northridge
Affiliations Awards:
Blue Key Honor Society; APICS; SAP Developers; Golden Key International Honour Society
Charity:
Avon Walk for Breast Cancer
Number Of Years In Profession:
13
Number Of Years In Current Position:
1
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her great mentors, who have supported her along the way.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after college. She felt there were many opportunities in supply chain distribution and sales, and she liked the dynamics of the environment. This field allowed her to leave her comfort zone and learn new techniques.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Potts has been very fortunate to have had great leaders, mentors and champions to support her throughout her career. She has been recognized by both her peers and the executive team for her charismatic leadership capabilities, as well as her strong interpersonal skills.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing more than 200 associates, including a leadership team of eight supervisors and four department managers; Managing daily operations from a financial point of view; Working with the human resources department; Developing leadership skills; Budgeting; Mentoring; Coaching
Education Certifications:
Certification, APICS (2008)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Potts hopes to hold either an international position or become a vice president.