John T Karimalis

John T Karimalis is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in supply chain and operations management across various industries. Currently serving as the Interim Vice President of Supply Chain & Operations at Beech-Nut Nutrition Company, John is driving significant improvements in highly regulated environments. As the Managing Partner of Aventus Partners NA, John focuses on value creation in the private equity mid-market sector, promoting operational and strategic growth. Previous roles include Chief Operating Officer at GoodHeart Brand Specialty Foods, where John managed operations for a $100M organization, and Interim COO at Smith & Vandiver Corporation, guiding growth through acquisitions. John’s notable achievements include leading successful business expansions, driving digital transformation at Dawn Foods Global, and ensuring operational excellence at Bose Corporation. John holds an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and a Graduate Certificate from Yale School of Management, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix.