Matt Podgorski

Matt Podgorski has a diverse work experience in operations and supply chain management. Matt started their career at The Kraft Heinz Company in 2004, where they held multiple roles in operations and supply chain until 2012. Matt then joined US Foods as a Sr. Manager of Continuous Improvement from 2012 to 2016. Following that, they worked as the Director of Strategic Planning at Autocar Trucks from 2016 to 2017. Since 2017, Matt has been employed at Great Lakes Coca-Cola Bottling, where they have held various leadership roles, including Director of Operations - Chicago Market Unit, Director of Strategy Operations, and currently, Director of Logistics.

Matt Podgorski earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government from Northeastern Illinois University in 2002. Matt then pursued a Master's degree in Economics and Public Policy from Pepperdine University School of Public Policy, completing their studies in 2004.