Dr. Jim Patterson

Dr. Jim Patterson is a distinguished academic and professional in the field of supply chain management, serving as Professor Emeritus at Western Illinois University since 1995, where roles have included Assistant/Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management and Assistant Dean of the College of Business and Technology. Patterson has played a significant role in industry and academia, including tenure as an adjunct professor at Eastern Kentucky University and leadership positions at the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce and various manufacturing organizations. Educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Supply Chain Management from Michigan State University and an M.B.A. from Western Michigan University, complemented by extensive military training.