Lara Bates

Lara Bates is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in operations and inventory management, currently serving as the Demand & Inventory Manager at DaySpring Cards since April 2022. Prior to this role, Lara held various positions at Transplace, including Operations Manager for Mars Petcare Inbound, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing freight operations, managing a team, and optimizing transportation performance. Additional experience includes roles in planning and account management across several companies, including FREZ-N-STOR, JB Hunt, and others. Lara holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Children and Family Ministry from John Brown University, completed in 2003.