Sam Patterson serves as the Market Logistics Leader for the Southeast Region at Target, a role held since August 2016, focusing on managing the Middle Mile transportation network across multiple distribution centers and stores while enhancing customer service and efficiency through data analytics. Prior experience includes serving as a Senior Operations Manager overseeing a significant volume increase in warehouse operations and leading quality assurance initiatives as an ICQA leader. Additionally, Sam was an Operations Manager for NCAA Division 1 football, balancing extensive training and competition with academic responsibilities, and served as a Grading Proctor Intern at CFA Institute. Sam holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Business from Virginia Military Institute and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification from Villanova University.