Leadership

For over twenty-six years, the leadership team at Dean Warehouse has demonstrated an unrivaled commitment to quality and personalized service that has resulted in superior results for Dean Warehouse customers whether globally, nationally or regionally based.

Their vision and understanding of the warehousing, logistics, and transportation business has made Dean Warehouse and its leadership team innovators in the supply chain management industry – bringing the latest and best technologies to create the most efficient and cost-effective solutions for their customers’ every day needs.

The Dean Warehouse leadership team consists of
CEO, Bradford A Dean; President, Greg Foreman; and Vice President, Bradford S Dean.

	Bradford A. Dean, Chief Executive Officer Brad Dean has served as CEO of Dean Warehouse since its founding in 1980. He has spent his entire career in logistics and supply chain management. His vision and creativity has driven the development of the Dean business-model. Over the past 26 years, he has built the organization to be one of the most innovative warehousing, logistics and transportation firms. And, he has created one of the industries strongest management teams that include a dozen top regional professionals. He is the supporter of numerous philanthropic initiatives in Northern Rhode Island and serves on a variety of business and community boards.
	Greg Foreman, President Greg Foreman is the President of Dean Warehouse. Prior to his role as President, he was the Vice President of Dean Warehouse for 4 years. He came to Dean with a wealth of experience in the supply chain management industry spending more than 10 years as a Vice President of a leading west coast distribution company and also as an independent consultant. Greg’s vision and commitment to the industry has been critical to Dean’s growth and leadership. He was the catalyst behind the adoption of the Dean Integration System™ —an essential tool in providing Dean’s customers with the most cost-effective technology.
	Bradford S. Dean, Vice President Problem solver, innovator and superior project manager. Continuing in the family tradition, Brad Dean has worked at Dean Warehouse much of his life. As the son of Dean’s CEO, he has grown up at Dean Warehouse, acquiring extensive knowledge of the warehousing, logistics, and transportation business. He serves as a member of the State of Rhode Island’s Worker Compensation Board. He is a graduate of the International Warehouse Logistics Association at Ohio State University. He earned an undergraduate degree from St. Michael’s College.
	Leesa Michael, Marketing and Information Technology Manager Leesa directs two critical areas for Dean Warehouse – Marketing and Information Technology. In marketing, Leesa drives the implementation of Dean’s communication program. But, it is her work as part of Dean’s technology team that has helped to push Dean Warehouse into the national spotlight with the development of the Dean Integration System™. She is a graduate of Curry College with a double major and an MBA from New York Institute of Technology.
	Robert Witt, General Manager Bob Witt is Dean’s General Manager and a key part of Dean’s growth and development of new technology. After serving more than 29 years in senior roles at Georgia Gulf, Bob joined Dean in 2001. He oversees space management, safety and operation’s management. Bob is a proven expert in facility management and a key part of Dean’s management team. Bob is a graduate of Bryant University.
	Mike D’Ambra, Operations General Manager Warehouses are efficient due to great management, effective technology and a well-trained workforce. At Dean, Mike D’Ambra serves as the force that ensures that these elements work together to guarantee that Dean’s customers get the most effective operations. Formerly at Peltor, Inc. for 14 years, Mike is a key part of Dean’s effective warehouse efficiency.
	Ed Dean, Transportation Manager For more than 25 years, Ed has served in critical roles in Dean’s operations. He is another example of the tradition, longevity and experience of the Dean Warehouse staff. From roles as warehouse manager, to maintenance to transportation, Ed is an important reason why Dean continues to provide their customers warehousing, transportation and logistics at the highest level. In the community, Ed has been a volunteer fireman for more than a decade.
	Doug Beckett, Equipment Manager For more than a decade Doug has been “Mr. Fix it,” overseeing and directing a range of critical transportation issues. Directly responsible for procurement and driving efficiency in Dean’s Transportation division – Berkley Transportation, Doug is the cog that keeps Dean’s transportation running.
	Nilsa Soares, Customer Service Manager As the director of customer service functions at Dean, Nilsa sets the tone for professionalism and effectiveness in customer relations - from directing and implementing shipping functions for the widest range of regional and global clients to ensuring that every client is treated with the highest level of respect. Nilsa ensures that every situation has a professional conclusion.
	Cyndi Cwiklinski, Human and Operations Resource Manager Cyndi is responsible for overseeing third party relationships and human resources. A seasoned-professional, she is driven by making Dean more effective. “My goal is to bring my expertise to all aspects of our work and make a positive impact on the business,” said Cyndi. Presently, she is completing a degree in Human Resources.
	Lynn Streich, Sales Representative Lynn finds the right direction for Dean’s Berkley Transportation clients. Whether in need of a solution for transportation in Southern New England or developing transportation efficiency strategy for transportation to New York City, Lynn helps companies find cost-effective results. Experienced in the industry for more than a decade, Lynn works with a range of clients – large and small. She is a graduate of Rhode Island College.