Elbert Qi

Elbert Qi, MBA, is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in procurement and production management, primarily at Eastman Kodak since 2009. Elbert serves as a Commodity Manager, overseeing business relationships with approximately 50 vendors and managing an annual budget of $15 million for computer hardware, software, and services. Notably, Elbert has successfully improved productivity, reduced space, and minimized inventory through efficient project management utilizing lean manufacturing principles. Prior roles include Production Manager at Kodak Graphic Communications Canada Company, where Elbert led teams to ensure safety, quality, and cost efficiency, and earlier positions at Creo and Heidelberg, focusing on commercialization and sales in the printing industry. Elbert holds an MBA from The University of British Columbia, a M.A.S. in Engineering Physics from the same institution, and a B.Sc. in Physics from Sun Yat-sen University.