Tim Akins

Tim Akins has extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain management, currently serving as the Strategic Sourcing Director at Synovus Financial since October 2009, where responsibilities include negotiating agreements and managing regulatory compliance documentation. Prior roles include Consultant at Continuous Improvement Consultants, leading supply chain projects, Regional Supplies Director at Global Display Projects managing international sourcing, and various leadership positions at Char-Broil overseeing supply chain effectiveness, operations, product management, and quality standards. Tim holds an MBA in Business Administration from Columbus State University and a BIE in Industrial Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.