Drew Leakey

Chief Operating Officer & VP Operations

Professional Overview
Drew Leakey is an experienced operations executive with a proven track record of driving business growth and operational excellence. As the Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Operations at Fringe Sport, he leads the company's day-to-day operations, oversees strategic initiatives, and ensures the delivery of high-quality products and services to Fringe Sport's customers.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his current role as Chief Operating Officer & VP Operations at Fringe Sport, Drew is responsible for leading the company's operational strategy, optimizing workflow processes, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and profitability. He has played a pivotal role in expanding Fringe Sport's market presence, improving supply chain management, and driving continuous process improvements that have resulted in increased customer satisfaction and operational cost savings.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Fringe Sport, Drew served as the Vice President of Operations at BDX - Builders Digital Experience, LLC, where he oversaw the company's operations, supply chain, and logistics functions. Before that, he held the role of Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Ecommerce at Living Direct, where he spearheaded the company's digital transformation and grew the ecommerce business by 35% over a five-year period.

Drew's earlier career includes serving as an Advisory Board Member for Demandware Ecommerce at Salesforce, as well as holding positions as Director of Product Management and the Project Management Office at Callaway Golf, and as a Senior Consultant at Accenture.

Academic Background
Drew holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, where he graduated cum laude.

Areas of Expertise

• Operations management

• Supply chain optimization

• Ecommerce and digital transformation

• Process improvement and workflow optimization

• Strategic planning and business development

• Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Drew has demonstrated a keen ability to drive operational excellence, streamline processes, and deliver tangible business results. He has led successful initiatives that have resulted in significant cost savings, improved customer experiences, and enhanced overall organizational performance.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience in operations, ecommerce, and strategic leadership, Drew Leakey is well-positioned to continue driving Fringe Sport's growth and operational success. His commitment to innovation, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration make him a valuable asset to the company and its customers.