Alan R. Staples M.ed.

Alan R. Staples, M.Ed., MBA has a diverse and extensive work experience in various leadership roles. Alan R. is currently working as the Sr. Director of Purchasing & Supply Chain Accounting at Loloi Rugs since November 2022.

Prior to this, Alan worked at Fossil Group, Inc. for a remarkable seventeen years. During their tenure, they held the position of Director - Brand Operations: Essential Retail, Relic by Fossil, Skechers Watches. Their responsibilities included managing sales and distribution operations, overseeing 3PL operations on the West Coast, handling P&L responsibilities, managing ethical sourcing requirements, supplier sustainability, and negotiating costs with suppliers, factories, and freight carriers. Alan R. served prestigious clients such as Walmart, Amazon, Target, Kohl's, JC Penney, StitchFix, and Skechers.

Alan began their career at Arthur Andersen Business Consulting where they worked as a Management Consultant from June 1998 to July 2001.

Alan R. Staples, M.Ed., MBA, has a diverse education history that contributes to their expertise in the field. Alan R. pursued their Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Educational Psychology - Counseling from Texas Tech University. This program equipped him with theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to educational psychology and counseling.

In addition, Alan also completed a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree from WGU Texas, where they specialized in Business Administration and Management, General. This degree expanded their understanding of various business concepts and management strategies, complementing their educational background in psychology.

Prior to their M.Ed. and MBA degrees, Alan earned their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Human Studies from Texas Tech University. This program allowed him to explore various aspects of human behavior and development, forming a solid foundation for their future educational and business endeavors.

Overall, Alan R. Staples possesses a strong educational background, blending expertise in educational psychology, counseling, and business administration.