Douglas M. Bryson

Biography

 As senior vice president, steel operations, Doug’s responsibilities include oversight for all Steel structure manufacturing and supply chain management in North America. Doug also has global responsibility for Logistics, Environmental, and Health and Safety organizations.  Doug joined Valmont Industries in February of 2013 as vice president of operations for the Utility Division’s Eastern Region. In 2015 Doug assumed responsibility of all Utility Division’s North American Steel manufacturing locations, Sales and Operations Planning, Supply Chain and Logistics organizations.  Before Valmont, Doug helped lead the Philip Services Corporation as a vice president of operations. He had direct oversight of 15 locations across North America with a focus on improving operations and customer service. Prior to that, he was senior director of operations with Pinnacle Foods and director of operations with Thomas and Betts, a leading manufacturer of electrical components and steel structures. Doug is a past member of the board of directors of the NW Arkansas Salvation Army and American Cancer Society Relay for Life where he was a past co-chair. Doug was also supportive of United Way, providing corporate sponsorships for the Day of Caring.  Doug graduated from Jacksonville State University with a B.S. in Industrial Engineering Technology. He completed a Leadership Training Program, in conjunction with the University of Michigan, receiving an Executive Management certificate in Operations Management. Doug has also completed his Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training from HLS.  

Research Interest

 clinical research