Makela Downey

Makela Downey is currently an undergraduate student at the University of Tennessee's Haslam College of Business, majoring in Supply Chain Management with a collateral in Marketing. Previously, they served as a Supply Chain Optimization Manager at Dollar General, where they contributed to various aspects of demand chain management. With a strong passion for the field, Makela emphasizes the importance of communication and social skills in their professional development. They are actively involved in organizations such as the Management Society and NeXxus at the University of Tennessee. Makela holds a Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from the same institution.