Dr. Joseph B. Michels has 47 years of experience in Supply Chain and Logistics. He earned his BS in Electronic Engineering Technology from Weber State University, his MS in Systems Management from the University of Southern California, and his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University. He also earned his MPA from the University of Oklahoma, and his MA in National Security and...
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One of the largest program underwriters of logistics insurance nationally and a pioneer of state-of the art coverages. Main logistics specialization is truck brokers.
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Mr. Mark Westerman has over 20 years of experience in Project Management and Compliance for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, and Insurance industries. He earned his AA in Business Transfer Studies from Polk State College, BA in Business Administration and Management from the University of Central Florida, and MBA from Indiana State University. Today, this expert is Scrum Master Certified as...
This highly qualified maritime safety expert has been captaining ships for more than 30 years. He is trained in all operations of maritime operations and safety and has instructed on ships and ship safety extensively. He currently owns his own maritime safety and transportation logistics consulting firm, where he conducts training in the class room, in ports, and aboard ships.
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Mr. Tim Wiese has 24 years of experience in Workplace Safety and Retail Operations. He earned his BBA in Business Administration and Marketing from the University of North Dakota. Formerly, this expert served as the General Manager at Target Corporation, Kohl's Corporation, and Dicks Sporting Goods, as the Divisional Operations Manager at Republic Services Inc., and as the Chief Executive...
This expert has 40+ years of experience in the trucking and logistics industry, with the bulk of his experience in fleet maintenance. He has consulted for actors in the logistics space and is comfortable working with attorneys. For two decades he served as the director of maintenance for what was at the time the country's fourth largest freight tucking company: A-P-A Trucking. Later in his...
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Mr. Michael Allen O'Dell has over 25 years of experience in Trucking, Transportation, and Regulatory Compliance. He earned his HS Diploma from Aberdeen High School. Formerly, this expert served as a Dockworker, Driver, and Operations Supervisor at Overnite Transportation and Tractor Trailer Driver, Driver Development Instructor, and Driver Advisor at FedEx Freight. Currently, he is an Associate...
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This expert has over 40 years of trucking industry management experience in the Midwest region plus five years industry sales experience. He has been the Director of Maintenance for Schneider Transport, Inc., J. B. Hunt, Ruan Transportation, and Prime where he oversaw fleet logistics and maintenance, as well as coordinated all operational aspects from presentation, planning, implementation,...
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This qualified expert of Moving and warehousing, Small business finance, Logistics, and Car Wash Operations obtained his BA in Chemical Engineering from the Malmoe Technical College, his MBA in Financial Planning and Marketing from the University of Lund, and his MBA in Organizational Behavior from the University of California, Riverside. He is the former owner of Bekins Moving & Storage with 15...
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This logistics professional currently works for a freight services company in Arkansas. He entered the industry in 2003 and has spent 12 years dealing with customers, carriers, and insurance companies. The expert is a Certified Transportation Broker by the Transportation Intermediaries Association. He is also on the Board of Directors of the Transportation & Logistics Council.
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This logistics executive has over 30 years of experience providing transportation and intermodal solutions. He spent over 27 years with J.B. Hunt, one of the leading third-party logistics companies in the United States. Currently, he works as a Management Consultant at a transportation consultancy. The expert has experience managing budgets in excess of $250 million and is highly knowledgeable of...
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This qualified expert of Hospital Procurement obtained her BS in Chemistry from Gannon University and completed advanced coursework in in Medical Logistics Management, Inventory Management, and in Contract Fundamentals. She is a member of The Association for Healthcare Resource and Materials Management and the Center for Health Design and has authored a handful of publications in the healthcare...
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This highly qualified engineering expert specializes in water treatment engineering, design, and operations. He is a certified water treatment and distribution operator. He belongs to a number of prestigious societies in the water treatment field and has authored more than 5 publications on the topic. This expert is currently a private water treatment industry consultant.
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This expert is currently the Vice President of a company engaged in the construction and maintenance of electric utliity infrastructure. Prior to joining tht company, he was Vice President at Osmose Utilities Services, Inc. for 8 years in both operations and business development engaged in utility system maintenance and field data capture. This expert has over 20 years of electric utility craft,...
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This expert has been working with Material Handling Equipment for nearly 40 years. He began his career at Brodie, Inc., which offers a complete line of material handling, industrial and warehousing equipment. He then worked for Clarklift of St. Louis, conducting safety training and service training classes for the use of machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks. Prior to retirement this...
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This expert has over 50 years in the trucking business, and has worked in unloading and loading freights with trucks. He is a member of the American Society of Transportation and Logistics, and has published several papers on trucking manuals. He is the former Traffic Manager for IBM and is a current consultant for a private consulting firm.
What is the role of a logistics expert witness?
A logistics expert witness provides specialized knowledge in areas such as supply chain management, transportation, warehousing, and distribution. They can offer insights on industry standards and practices.
In what types of cases might I need a logistics expert witness?
Logistics expert witnesses are often needed in cases involving supply chain disputes, shipping accidents, warehouse safety issues, or any case where logistics operations are in question.
What subspecialties exist within the field of logistics that an expert witness might focus on?
Subspecialties within logistics include supply chain management, freight transportation, inventory control, warehouse operations, and international trade regulations.
How can a logistics expert witness help in a product liability case?
In product liability cases, a logistics expert can provide insight into how the product was stored, transported, and delivered which may have affected its condition upon arrival.
Why is it important to hire a logistics expert with experience in my specific industry?
Each industry has unique logistical challenges and standards. An expert with experience in your industry will understand these nuances and provide more relevant and credible testimony.
How does Expert Institute select its Logistics expert witnesses?
Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.