Filmore Walker III

Filmore Walker III has extensive work experience in manufacturing and supply chain management. Filmore currently holds the position of Executive Vice President at GAA Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management, a role they have held since April 2023. Prior to this, they were the Vice President of Operations at the same company from November 2021 to March 2023.

Before joining GAA Manufacturing, Filmore served as the Chief Operating Officer at STEWART Industries, LLC from September 2015 to March 2020. In this role, they managed various aspects of manufacturing, warehousing, safety/quality, engineering, IT, facilities, and procurement. Filmore successfully led expansion efforts beyond the automotive industry and achieved a 400% business-unit growth over four years.

Filmore also worked at Kellogg Company, where they held several Vice President roles. From January 2012 to June 2013, they served as the Vice President of International Supply Chain, Innovation & Special Projects, where they devised and executed manufacturing and supply-chain strategies for successful product launches into Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. From April 2009 to March 2012, they were the Vice President of Supply Chain, Asia Pacific, overseeing procurement, logistics, engineering, and quality for nine manufacturing facilities. Filmore also held the position of Vice President of Supply Chain/Manufacturing, Wholesome & Portable Snacks from January 2007 to April 2009, and Vice President of Supply Chain, Natural & Frozen Foods from January 2004 to December 2006. Additionally, Filmore served as the Supply Chain Director for Kellogg South Africa from January 2001 to December 2003, where they oversaw multiple plants, R&D, logistics, and distribution throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.

In the earlier years of their career, Filmore held various engineering positions at Kellogg Company, spanning from 1987 to 2000. Filmore gained experience in convenience foods, project management, packaging technology, food production technology, research & development, and controls engineering.

Overall, Filmore Walker III's work experience showcases their expertise in manufacturing and supply chain management, as well as their leadership skills in driving organizational growth and implementing strategic initiatives.

Filmore Walker III attended Michigan Technological University from 1983 to 1987, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering.