As Chief Strategy Officer at Blue Yonder, Wayne Usie leads product management, M&A, and sustainability. He has overseen product innovation and acquisitions totaling over $1 billion each. He holds a B. S. in Accounting from Louisiana State University and is described as collaborative, respectful, and definitive.
Outside of work, Wayne enjoys the Arizona outdoors by golfing and fishing. He has a passion for cooking, with a dream of being a chef for charitable events. His signature dish is Jambalaya, reflecting his Louisiana roots.
Waynes personal mantra is “say less, do more, ” emphasizing the importance of results over words.
Wayne Usie
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Blue Yonder
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
M&A Strategy
He leads corporate development and M&A for Blue Yonder, recently overseeing four acquisitions totaling more than $1 billion.
Autonomous Supply Chains
He frequently discusses leveraging AI and cognitive systems to create responsive, predictive, and adaptive supply chains for customers.
Corporate Sustainability
His role as Chief Strategy Officer explicitly includes leading the sustainability initiatives for Blue Yonder.
Media Appearances
Wayne has no verified media appearances
Work History
10-2022
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Blue Yonder
2-2020 - 10-2022
Chief Market Development Officer at Blue Yonder
4-2017 - 10-2022
Chief Market Development Officer at JDA Software
1-2015 - 4-2017
SVP - Global Industry Strategy & Value Delivery at JDA Software
7-2006 - 12-2014
SVP - Retail at JDA Software
1-1996 - 12-2000
VP Information Technology at Family Dollar
Education
1984 - 1988
BS from Louisiana State University
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Location : Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Blue Yonder
