I’m proud to share a deeper look into my professional journey across the forest industry and the broader manufacturing sector. Over 42 years, I’ve had the privilege of leading exceptional teams, operating major facilities, and contributing to organizations and industry groups committed to growth and excellence. My passion has always been supporting people, strengthening operations, and helping companies achieve sustainable performance. Here is my biography.

I’m a passionate operations leader with over a decade of experience driving growth, efficiency, and customer satisfaction in the car wash and commercial services industries. From scaling multi-site operations across the Southeast to serving as President of the Southeastern Car Wash Association, I’ve built my career around people-focused leadership and continuous improvement. Whether leading teams or collaborating across organizations, I believe great leadership starts with taking care of those in your charge—and that philosophy has guided every step of my journey.

With over three decades of experience in logistics, international business development, and supply chain management, Mark Cheney is a seasoned professional known for his strategic vision and operational excellence. He has worked extensively across Europe, South America, and Asia, leveraging his multilingual abilities in Italian, Spanish, and elementary Japanese to build strong global partnerships. Mark’s expertise spans import/export operations, procurement, air freight transportation, and P&L management, underpinned by a commitment to integrity and innovation. A Rotary member and active participant in industry associations like WHA and AHCA, Mark is dedicated to helping organizations navigate complex challenges and achieve sustainable growth.

Christopher Walters is an executive specializing in government relations, public affairs, and strategic planning, currently serving as Head of North America Public Affairs at Iveco Group. With extensive industry experience and expertise in energy and environmental policy, he advises on regulatory activities and strategic initiatives and plays a key role in industry trade groups.