Larry Combs
About Larry Combs
Larry Combs serves as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Jack Daniel's Global Supply Chain at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2013. He has extensive experience within the company, having worked in various roles since 1996, and holds an MBA from Sullivan University.
Work at Brown-Forman
Larry Combs has held multiple positions at Brown-Forman since joining the company in 1996. He currently serves as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Jack Daniel's Global Supply Chain, a role he has occupied since 2013. Prior to this position, he was the Senior Vice President and Director of Technical Services from 2011 to 2013, and he also worked as the Vice President and Director of Production Services from 2009 to 2011. His earlier roles include Director of Process Research and Development and Whiskey Development Specialist. Combs has accumulated extensive experience within the company, contributing to various aspects of production and quality assurance.
Education and Expertise
Larry Combs holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Louisville, which he completed between 1988 and 1996. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Sullivan University, studying from 1998 to 2000. Additionally, he attended the Center for Creative Leadership in 2009, focusing on Leadership and Management. This educational background supports his extensive expertise in supply chain management, production services, and quality assurance.
Background
Before his tenure at Brown-Forman, Larry Combs worked at the University of Louisville as a Desktop Support Specialist from 1989 to 1992. His career at Brown-Forman began in 1996, where he initially served as a Whiskey Development Specialist. Over the years, he has transitioned through various roles, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the whiskey production process and supply chain operations.
Board Membership at Custom Quality Services
Larry Combs has been a member of the Board of Directors at Custom Quality Services since 2008. In this role, he contributes to the governance and strategic direction of the organization. His experience in supply chain management and quality assurance enhances the board's capabilities in overseeing operational excellence.