Joseph Makela

Joseph Makela is an accomplished professional with significant experience in sales, marketing strategy, operations, and finance. Currently serving as an MBA Project Manager at YPO, Joseph collaborates with leadership to develop long-term growth strategies for organizations. Prior roles include Associate in Sales & Marketing Growth Strategy at MDI Health, where market analysis of MedTech AI and ML companies was conducted, and Operations & Strategy Supervisor at McMaster-Carr, leading a team to enhance customer data management and operational performance. At General Motors, Joseph held various financial roles, including Finance Supervisor for GM Digital Customer Experience, where strategic initiatives were crafted to meet substantial revenue growth targets. Joseph holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a B.B.A. in Finance and Accounting from the University of Michigan.