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Education, experience, credentials, and skills across supply chain, operations, finance, business, and emerging technology.

Joseph Schummer in Detroit

Summary

Supply chain, finance, and operations.

Joe earned his B.S. in Business Administration from Wayne State University in May 2026, with majors in Finance and Global Supply Chain Management, graduating with a 3.76 GPA and Dean’s List recognition. He is currently pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Global Supply Chain Management.

His academic and independent project work spans sourcing and procurement, investment analysis, emerging technology, and applied AI. Joe has completed Bloomberg Market Concepts and Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification and is currently pursuing his Six Sigma Green Belt.

Education

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)

    Wayne State University, Mike Ilitch School of Business

    Currently Pursuing

    Business Administration • Concentration: Global Supply Chain Management

  • B.S. in Business Administration

    Wayne State University, Mike Ilitch School of Business

    May 2026

    Finance & Global Supply Chain Management • GPA: 3.76 • Dean’s List

Certifications

  • Bloomberg Market Concepts

    Bloomberg for Education

    Core markets curriculum covering economic indicators, currencies, fixed income, and equities.

  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt

    Six Sigma Online • Council for Six Sigma Certification

    August 2026

    Six Sigma process improvement fundamentals aligned with CSSC requirements.

  • Six Sigma Green Belt

    In Progress • Estimated Completion: September 30, 2026

    Advanced Six Sigma training focused on process improvement, problem solving, and operational efficiency.

Professional experience

  • Manager | Birmingham Athletic Club

    Bloomfield Hills, MI • February 2017 – December 2021 • Full-time

    • Oversaw inventory control, conducting regular counts and adjusting orders to align with member demand and seasonal usage patterns.
    • Planned and executed 150+ events annually with attendance of up to 150 guests, coordinating catering logistics, staffing, procurement, and facility setup.
    • Promoted from an entry-level position to management within 28 months based on operational performance, leadership, and team coordination capabilities.
  • Investment Research Analyst | Legacy Labs Capital

    Family Investment Partnership • 2025 – Present • Part-time

    • Conducts equity and ETF research, including company analysis, sector trends, and risk evaluation for collaborative portfolio decisions.
    • Develops investment presentations and supporting materials for group review and discussion.
    • Participates in portfolio allocation and stock selection decisions alongside a six-household investment group.
  • Business Operations & Marketing Assistant | Freelance

    Harrison Township, MI • September 2024 – April 2026 • Part-time

    • Assisted with website updates, social media content management, and photography coordination for a professional art studio and online creative presence.
    • Helped organize digital assets, presentation materials, and marketing content across multiple business and creative initiatives.
    • Collaborated on brand positioning, visual marketing concepts, and project coordination activities for entrepreneurial ventures.
  • Hospitality & Customer Operations

    Knapps City Garage • Summer 2025 – Present

    Rose House Brunch • Summer 2024

    Crews Inn • Summer 2023

    • Delivered high-quality customer service in fast-paced, high-volume hospitality environments while balancing competing operational priorities and maintaining strong attention to detail.
    • Managed transaction processing, service coordination, and customer communication with a high level of professionalism and accountability.
    • Collaborated with kitchen, management, and support staff to maintain efficient operations and positive guest experiences during peak service periods.

Projects & Applied Work

  • Strategic Procurement Case Study | Cummins Inc.

    Wayne State University • Case Study Competition Winner • May 2025

    • Applied supplier selection frameworks, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, and negotiation strategy to a manufacturing sourcing scenario.
    • Evaluated supplier risk, procurement policy, and cost-benefit tradeoffs to develop sourcing recommendations.
    • Presented strategic procurement recommendations in a competitive academic setting, with emphasis on operational efficiency and supplier management.
  • Investment Research & Analysis | Alphabet & Adobe

    Wayne State University

    • Conducted company and financial research to evaluate investment opportunities, business performance, competitive positioning, growth potential, and risk.
    • Developed investment recommendations and supporting presentations based on research and analysis.
  • AI & Digital Business Applications

    Independent & Small Business Projects

    • Applies AI-assisted tools to research, problem solving, content development, and workflow improvement.
    • Developed his professional website and supported small-business digital operations, including website content, Shopify administration, social media management, and digital asset coordination. Download PDF: Cursor, Legacy Labs, Shopify

Explore the full presentations, case studies, and supporting materials on the Projects & Applied Work page.

Academic Focus Areas

Joe’s undergraduate studies included concentrated coursework across supply chain, procurement, operations, finance, and business strategy.

  • Supply Chain & Operations

    Logistics and Transportation Strategy • Strategic Procurement • Operations and Supply Chain Management • Global Supply Chain Analysis and Planning • Production Planning and Control • Healthcare Supply Chain Management

  • Finance & Business Analysis

    Financial Statement Analysis and Modeling • Corporate Business Strategies

  • Strategy & Communication

    Strategic Management and Business Policy • Business and Professional Presentations

Skills & Competencies

  • Professional

    Team Leadership • Project Management • Coordination • Business Decision Making • Adaptability

  • AI & Emerging Technology

    Cursor • OpenClaw • AI-Assisted Research • Workflow Automation • AI-Enhanced Productivity Tools

  • Business Software & Tools

    SAP • Microsoft Office Suite