ArcBest Technologies
Zachary Kelch has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Zachary started their career as a Supply Chain Intern at Baker Hughes, where they assisted in implementing Lean Engineering practices. Zachary then worked as an Engineering Intern at Cameron International, where they gained experience in various engineering tasks. Following that, they interned as an Engineering Intern at Cessna Aircraft Company, where they developed programming skills and created databases for work scheduling.
In 2014, Zachary joined Arkansas Best Corporation as a Lead Business Insight Analyst, providing valuable insights to company management through complex analysis and analytical thinking. Zachary worked in this role until 2021.
In 2017, they also started working at ArcBest Technologies, initially as a Project Management Engineer, managing cross-functional teams and overseeing high-priority projects. Later, they assumed the role of Associate Director of Innovation Management & Strategy, responsible for determining the financial viability of potential projects and implementing process changes across the company. Zachary remains in this role currently.
Overall, Zachary Kelch's work experience demonstrates their expertise in project management, business analysis, and engineering, with a focus on driving innovation and strategic vision.
Zachary Kelch has a solid education background. Zachary obtained their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Industrial Engineering and Management from Oklahoma State University, where they studied from 2009 to 2013. Zachary further pursued their education at the University of Arkansas from 2014 to 2016, earning an Executive Masters of Business Administration degree.
In addition to their academic qualifications, Kelch also holds several certifications. Zachary obtained the SAFe 4 Agilist Certification from Scaled Agile, Inc. in October 2019. Zachary also obtained the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI in January 2018. Furthermore, Kelch has a certification as a Six Sigma Green Belt from the Institute of Industrial Engineers, although the specific month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.