Andre C. W.

Commercial Supply Chain Strategist | Unlocking Cross-Vertical Growth & Bottom-Line Value

St Paul, Minnesota, United States

About

Supply Chain is only as strong as the people who understand it. I am a Supply Chain strategist who bridges the gap between academic theory and operational reality. By combining the persuasion of a Sales Leader with the clarity of an Educator, I demystify global logistics to drive actionable solutions. My mission is to translate complex supply chain disruptions into clear, solvable strategies. I don’t just deliver data; I teach teams how to navigate it and sell stakeholders on the path forward. The result? Complex global puzzles solved through a blend of technical expertise, motivational leadership, and a relentless curiosity fueled by good coffee.

Experience

  • Global Sales Director at Omni Logistics
    Mar 2026 - Present · 5 mos

    As a Global Sales Director at Omni Logistics, I serve as a strategic architect for global supply chains, providing end-to-end visibility and resilience for some of the world’s largest brands. By leveraging the combined power of the Omni Logistics and Forward Air teams, I design solutions that are truly scalable, reliable, and everywhere your business needs to be. Whether navigating tight air freight capacity, optimizing ocean routes, or managing complex customs requirements, I ensure products move across borders without friction. By blending my extensive experience with AI-supplemented analytics and data-driven insights, I transform the most complex supply chains into systems that produce obtainable, measurable deliverables and a distinct competitive advantage.

  • Adjunct Professor - Supply Chain & Operations at University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business
    Jun 2025 - Jun 2026 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Middle School Educator (Physical Education & Health) at Hopkins School District 270
    Aug 2024 - Mar 2026 · 1 yr 8 mos

    Designed and implemented dynamic physical education curriculum emphasizing cardiovascular fitness, strength, coordination, and flexibility, leading to measurable improvement in student fitness test scores. Integrated health education modules (nutrition, mental health, personal hygiene, disease prevention) into weekly lessons, enhancing students’ awareness and healthy decision-making. Fostered inclusive classroom environment by adapting activities to suit students of varied ability levels, ensuring participation and skill growth for all. Collaborated with other subject teachers, school counselor, and parents to reinforce wellness goals and support students’ physical, emotional, and social development. Utilized assessments, feedback, and technology (such as fitness trackers or interactive apps) to monitor student progress and adjust programming for optimal engagement and learning.

  • Founder & Principal at HudsonWinters & Co
    Jan 2024 - Mar 2026 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    WE are a strategic consulting firm focused on delivering targeted results for supply chain consulting, operations rationalization, strategic business planning and training. OUR standard is driving ideation and innovation to optimal performance and execution. HW&Co leverages and deploys advanced AI tools both prescriptive and predictive analytics in the sphere of IOT (Internet of Things) validated with tactical behavior, attitude and techniques, co-mingled with over 20 years of expertise and experiences across multiple industry verticals. Thank you for your interest, now LET'S optimize, strive and thrive together!

  • Regional Sales Director at EDRAY Collaborative Port Logistics
    May 2023 - Oct 2023 · 6 mos