David Palen

David Palen currently serves as the Director of Supply Chain at Boveda Inc., a position held since May 2019, after previously holding the role of Global Logistics Manager. Prior to this, David Palen was the Supply Chain Manager at Xikar from August 2008 to May 2019, where responsibilities included designing, planning, and executing supply chain activities to create value and improve performance across various domains such as vendor management and inventory control. David Palen also owned and operated Palen Painting Co. from May 2003 to August 2008. Educational credentials include a Master of Business Administration in Leadership & Change from the University of Missouri-Kansas City (2007-2008) and a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics with a focus on Aviation Science/Professional Pilot from Saint Louis University (2001-2005).