Mike Altpeter
About Mike Altpeter
Mike Altpeter serves as the Director of Digital Solutions and Platform Development at ABC Supply Co. Inc., where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in digital development and strategic initiatives, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Crate and Barrel and Hewlett-Packard.
Current Role at ABC Supply Co. Inc.
Mike Altpeter serves as the Director of Digital Solutions and Platform Development at ABC Supply Co. Inc. since 2017. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he has been instrumental in driving digital transformation initiatives within the company. His responsibilities include overseeing a team of over 100 professionals focused on eCommerce platform vision and product development. Altpeter has embedded cloud-first architecture, DevOps, and automation across the digital solutions portfolio, enhancing operational efficiency and innovation.
Previous Experience at Crate and Barrel
Prior to his current role, Mike Altpeter held several positions at Crate and Barrel. He served as the Director of Digital Systems from 2014 to 2017 and as the Director of Enterprise Architecture for a year in 2013. Additionally, he was the Head of Strategic Initiatives for Europe and Asia from 2010 to 2013, and he worked as the Senior Manager of Digital Development from 2002 to 2010. His diverse roles at Crate and Barrel contributed to his extensive expertise in digital solutions and strategic initiatives.
Early Career and Experience
Mike Altpeter began his career as a Business Analyst at Hewlett-Packard from 1995 to 1997. He then transitioned to Clarity Consulting, where he worked as an Engagement Manager for a year. His early experiences laid the foundation for his later roles in digital development and enterprise architecture, particularly at Crate and Barrel.
Educational Background
Mike Altpeter holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Management Information Systems from the University of Illinois Chicago. His academic background supports his strategic and analytical approach to digital solutions.
Achievements in Digital Solutions
At ABC Supply, Mike Altpeter led the development of myABCsupply.com, which achieved $1.4 billion in online sales in 2023. He implemented modern product development practices such as Agile and Scrum, which have significantly improved the efficiency and effectiveness of the digital solutions team. His leadership in these initiatives has positioned ABC Supply as a leader in the digital marketplace.