George H. Mc Afee, Ph. D.
About George H. Mc Afee, Ph. D.
George H. Mc Afee, Ph.D., serves as Senior Director at o9 Solutions, Inc., where he applies his extensive experience in M&A Due Diligence and Marine Logistics. With a strong academic background and a history of leadership roles in various organizations, he is recognized for fostering empowering workplace cultures.
Work at o9 Solutions
George H. Mc Afee, Ph.D. has been serving as Senior Director at o9 Solutions, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions due diligence to evaluate potential business opportunities. His focus is on ensuring strategic alignment and value creation for the company.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining o9 Solutions, Mc Afee held several significant positions. He was the Head of Commercial Development for Marine Transportation at Marathon Petroleum Corporation from 2014 to 2018. He also served as General Manager at Atlas Oil Company from 2019 to 2021. His earlier roles include Corporate Quality Staff and Manager of Marine Logistics at Marathon Petroleum Company, as well as Director of Worldwide Quality Assurance at Cooper Tire & Rubber Company.
Education and Expertise
George H. Mc Afee earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in International Business from California Intercontinental University, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. He also holds an MBA in Business Administration from The University of Findlay and a Bachelor of Science in Electronic and Computer Engineering from Bowling Green State University. Additionally, he has an Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering Technology from Washington State Community College.
Skills and Specializations
Mc Afee possesses a diverse skill set that includes expertise in marine logistics and commercial strategy. He is experienced in forensic incident investigation, safety and emergency preparedness, and IT solution architecture. His proficiency in Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies contributes to improving efficiency and quality in business processes.
Leadership and Organizational Culture
George H. Mc Afee is recognized for his ability to create 'cultures of confidence' within organizations. He fosters an environment where employees feel empowered and motivated, which is essential for driving performance and achieving organizational goals.