Lori A. Briggs is the Vice President of Business Operations at NPK INTERNATIONAL INC., a global leader in manufacturing and distribution solutions. In this role, she directs all aspects of operational strategy, including supply chain management, process optimization, and cross-functional team leadership to drive efficiency and scalability across the company's international footprint. Lori's expertise ensures that NPK maintains its competitive edge in dynamic markets, overseeing initiatives that align business operations with long-term growth objectives. With more than 25 years of progressive experience in operations and logistics, Lori began her career as an operations coordinator at Global Logistics Partners, quickly advancing to senior roles where she spearheaded digital transformation projects. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. Her notable achievements include reducing operational costs by 35% through lean manufacturing implementations at her previous firm and earning the Supply Chain Innovation Award from the International Operations Association in 2020. At NPK INTERNATIONAL INC., Lori has been instrumental in expanding operations into emerging markets, implementing AI-driven analytics that boosted on-time delivery rates to 98% and generated multimillion-dollar savings. Her visionary leadership fosters a culture of continuous improvement, positioning NPK for sustained success in a rapidly evolving global landscape.