John Fitzgerald
About John Fitzgerald
John Fitzgerald is the VP of Business Development at project44 and Co-Founder of the Supply Chain Forum of SWFL, with extensive experience in supply chain technology and digital transformation.
Company
John Fitzgerald is currently working at project44 as the VP of Business Development. Based in Bonita Springs, Florida, Fitzgerald plays a pivotal role in driving the adoption of real-time inventory visibility solutions within the company. He is also actively involved in promoting cloud commerce networks as part of modern supply chain strategies.
Title
John Fitzgerald holds the title of VP Business Development at project44. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in supply chain automation and visibility to enhance the company's offerings and drive business growth. Additionally, he is a Co-Founder of the Supply Chain Forum of SWFL.
Education and Expertise
John Fitzgerald studied at Loyola University Chicago, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Data Processing. He also completed Officer Candidate School at the United States Marine Corps, specializing in Military and Strategic Leadership. His expertise includes API integration for supply chain automation, digital transformation, and cloud commerce networks.
Professional Background
John Fitzgerald has a rich professional background with roles including Director of Business Development at GT Nexus for 7 years and Vice President Global Sales at Seko Worldwide for 3 years. He also held positions such as Regional Vice President at UPS Supply Chain Solutions for 6 years, Vice President at Fritz Companies, Inc for 7 years, and Vice President Global Sales at Harper Group/Circle International.
Industry Involvement
John Fitzgerald is highly active in the supply chain industry, frequently speaking at conferences on topics related to supply chain technology and digital transformation. He has authored a book on these subjects and is a mentor to startups through a local business development program in Bonita Springs. Additionally, he volunteers with a 501(c)(3) organization focused on community development in Southwest Florida.