Dalton W. Thompson
About Dalton W. Thompson
Dalton W. Thompson serves as the Regional Director of Operations at Americold Logistics, LLC., a position he has held since 2021 in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. His extensive background includes roles at McLane Company, Inc., the US Army, and the USAF Air Command and Staff College, where he earned a Master's degree in Military Operational Art and Science.
Work at Americold Logistics
Dalton W. Thompson has been serving as the Regional Director of Operations at Americold Logistics, LLC since 2021. He operates within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, overseeing various operational aspects of the company. Prior to this role, he held the position of General Manager at Americold from 2017 to 2021, also based in Dallas, Texas. His experience at Americold spans a total of six years, contributing to the company's logistics and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at McLane Company
Thompson worked at McLane Company, Inc. in various capacities from 2015 to 2017. Initially, he served as Operations Manager for seven months in the Greater Atlanta Area in 2015. He then transitioned to the role of Distribution Manager, where he worked for two years in the Greater Memphis Area until 2017. His roles at McLane Company involved managing distribution processes and improving operational workflows.
Education and Expertise
Dalton W. Thompson holds a Master's degree in Military Operational Art and Science from the USAF Air Command and Staff College, where he studied from 2013 to 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice, Military Science, and German from Cameron University. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in military operations and management principles.
Military Background
Thompson has a notable military background, having served in the US Army from 2001 to 2005 as a Military Officer, where he held roles such as Project Supervisor and Junior Manager in locations including Fort Wainwright, Alaska, and Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Additionally, he worked as a Project Manager (Special Projects Officer) at Maxwell Air Force Base for six months in 2014. His military experience has contributed to his leadership and operational skills.