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Brandon VanDerKolk

Energizer · DISC type I
Franchisee at Discovery Map International, Inc.
📍 Traverse City, Michigan, United States

With over 15 years of experience, Brandon is an executive-level professional specializing in supply chain, operations, and sales. He is skilled in strategic sourcing, cost reduction, and global supply chain management, holding a BBA from Grand Valley State University and an MS from Colorado State University.

His career has shifted from leading global supply chain initiatives for corporations like AAR CORP. to becoming a franchisee and owner-operator for Discovery Map International, Inc.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Franchisee
Location
Traverse City, Michigan, United States
Personality Overview

How Brandon shows up

Relationship Oriented
Believer
Full Of Energy

They excel at seeing the bigger picture, and the long-term impact of their decisions. Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.

Priorities

Topics Brandon cares about

Cost Reduction
His professional specialties highlight a relentless focus on reducing costs through strategic initiatives.
Supply Chain Strategy
Has extensive experience leading the development and implementation of supply chain strategies to support overall business goals.
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Career

Work history

10-2017
Franchisee
Discovery Map International, Inc.
11-2019 - 1-2024
Vice President Of Business Development
Primrose Alloys
11-2018 - 11-2019
Director of Business Development
Primrose Alloys
11-2015 - 11-2018
Account Manager
Primrose Alloys
11-2013 - 9-2015
Director of Supply Chain Management and Small Business Liaison Officer
AAR CORP.
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Media appearances

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Education
2010 - 2012
MS
Colorado State University
2005 - 2007
BBA
Grand Valley State University
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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