Garrett Vanatta

Garrett VanAtta is an experienced professional in operations and supply chain management, currently serving as the Director of Operations at Johnson Outdoors since April 2022. Additionally, Garrett has been an Adjunct Faculty member at St. Joseph's College of Maine since June 2011, contributing to innovative course delivery and content. Prior to these roles, Garrett held several key positions, including Supply Chain Director at Enercon Technologies and Vice President of Innovation Engineering at Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. Notably, Garrett served as President of SPX Communication Technology for a decade, overseeing engineering and manufacturing in the broadcast and wireless sectors. Garrett's career began at Polartec / Malden Mills as Plant Manager, followed by a role as Production Manager at Gabriel Electronics. Garrett earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology from Keene State College and an MBA in Leadership from Saint Joseph's College, along with a certificate in Applying the Quality Matters Rubric.