Terry Simmons.

Terry Simmons is a retired professional with extensive experience in global purchasing and supplier management, holding senior leadership positions in prominent companies. At AbbVie from 2012 to 2023, Terry served as Vice President of Global Purchasing and Supplier Management, overseeing a diverse range of spend categories and managing global expenditures. Prior roles include Vice President at Baxter Healthcare and Baxter International Inc., where Terry directed significant purchasing initiatives and managed extensive supplier relationships. At Hospira, Terry was instrumental in establishing the Global Purchasing function for a major spin-off. Earlier experience at McDonald's involved managing corporate services and a large operating budget, while the career began at Abbott focusing on administrative services and supplier management. Terry earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Minnesota.