Mark Richards

Mark Richards is the Vice President at Associated Warehouses Inc. (AWI), a position he has held since April 1988.1 With over 30 years of experience in the supply profession, he has extensive knowledge in purchasing outsourced services.1

Career History

• President at Associated Warehouses Inc. (AWI) (April 1988 - Present)1
• National Distribution Manager / Oral-B at Gillette (January 1984 - April 1988)1
• Director, Distribution and Customer Service - Food Service Division at Nabisco (June 1981 - July 1983)1

Education

• BA in Management from Graceland University (1973 - 1977)1
• MBA in Organizational Behavior from Miami University (1977 - 1978)1

Mark Richards is known for his expertise in logistics management and distribution. He has developed a six-step process for selecting third-party providers and creating win-win relationships, which has been featured in various industry publications.2 Richards has also been actively involved with professional organizations such as WERC (Warehousing Education & Research Council), CLM (Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals), and AWA (American Warehouse Association), holding various leadership roles including serving as President of WERC and CLM in Southern California.2