John Kertis

John Kertis is a results-oriented professional currently serving as a Senior Manager of Strategic Operational Planning. With extensive experience in operational excellence and product lifecycle management, they have effectively led cross-functional teams and fostered collaboration throughout their career. John has held various positions at Philip Morris USA, including Manager of Product Commercialization and Business Unit Leader, and has also worked at Trane, Altria, and as a Teacher at Douglas S. Freeman High School. They hold a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Bachelor of Science in Earth Science from Western Michigan University, and are currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration at Syracuse University.