Adam Kretz
About Adam Kretz
Adam Kretz serves as the Site Director of the Advanced Technology Center at Navistar Inc., where he has worked since 2018. He holds an MBA from Duke University and a BSIE from Purdue University, and has extensive experience in product and project management within the automotive and technology sectors.
Work at Navistar
Adam Kretz serves as the Site Director at the Advanced Technology Center for Navistar Inc. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's initiatives in the San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area. In this role, he oversees various projects and programs, leveraging his expertise in product, project, and program management to drive advancements in technology and operations.
Education and Expertise
Adam Kretz holds an MBA in General Management from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, which he completed in 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University in 2007. His educational background supports his deep expertise in product, project, and program management, essential for his roles in both the automotive and technology sectors.
Background
Adam Kretz has a diverse professional background that spans both the automotive and technology industries. He began his career at Meritor Inc., where he worked as Manager of Global Brakes & Wheel-Ends Product Strategy from 2008 to 2013. He then transitioned to Apple, serving as Manager of Operations Product Development from 2013 to 2018, before joining Navistar. His experience encompasses both domestic and international operations.
Achievements at Meritor and Apple
During his tenure at Meritor Inc., Adam Kretz focused on product strategy for brakes and wheel-ends, contributing to the development of innovative solutions. At Apple, he managed operations in product development, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in the company's processes. His roles in these organizations have equipped him with a strong foundation in operations functions.