Thursday, June 19, 2014

LQ Board Announcement

LQ is pleased to announce that James Ellis has accepted LQ’s invitation to join its Advisory Board

James Ellis, B.Sc. (Operations Management), P. Log, FCAM, is the Director of Systems & Standards for Christie Lites Inc. Based in Toronto, Canada, Jim is responsible for the standardization and performance of Christie Lites’ North American operating policies, processes, systems and procedures. Jim’s experience in supply chain operations and organizational development spans 25 years, and includes the multiple industries of manufacturing, retail, distribution, energy, telecommunications, technology and management consulting. Prior to joining Christie Lites, Jim was President and CEO of AdvanceStates Inc., a management consulting firm specializing in transformation and change within operations organizations. A former contributing author to LQ Magazine and lecturer for various supply chain seminars, Jim is proud to be a member of LQ’s Advisory Board.

About Christie Lites Inc.

Christie Lites Inc. is the largest lighting-only company in North America. As a stage lighting industry leader Christie Lites has delivered excellent service and unmatched value to its clients since its founding in 1985. Christie Lites loyal client base has been built through a niche strategy that focuses on rentals and production in six key market segments: Theater, Concert, Trade Shows, TV & Film, Corporate Presentations, and Special Events.

LQ's Advisory Board

As a resource for logisticians, academics and executives in other disciplines in the United States and Canada, LQ offers ideas for leadership in logistics, supply chain management and transportation, and provides a unique bridge between business, academia and practitioners. LQ’s Advisory Board and contributors afford authoritative thinking on the complex and fast-changing work of the logistics and supply chain management business - with a unique focus on best practices in the United States and Canada. LQ's Board plays a pivotal role in providing direction for LQ Magazine and LQ’s bi-annual Symposiums.