Professional Experience
Dan Dresser is a seasoned professional with a Bachelor's degree in Organizational Management and Human Resources. With two decades of experience in manufacturing management, engineering, and integration leadership, he excels in leadership roles related to supply chain and manufacturing operations. Dan's leadership style emphasizes process excellence, safety, and teamwork. He has expertise in managing critical facilities, financial analysis, and optimizing production processes. Currently, he serves as a Supply Chain Management Group Leader at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where his strategic abilities and multifaceted skill set continue to drive operational excellence.
Awards
Pilot Business Excellence Award 2010
Defense Program Award of Excellence 2017 & 2018
Lab Notable Achievement 2022
Education
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management and Human Resources
Professional Affiliations
University of Tennessee Advisory Board Member - Center for Professional Education and Life Learning
The UT Center for Professional Education & Lifelong Learning offers a variety of non-credit programs and courses for professional certification, business management, and leisure and life enhancement.
Executive Board Member - Cedar Bluff & Farragut Optimist
Since its establishment in 1992, the Cedar Bluff Farragut Optimist Fast Pitch Softball Program, a 501c3 organization, has grown significantly, hosting up to 1,200 attendees on game days and supporting over 500 girls. The program emphasizes not only the skills of softball but also essential life values such as teamwork, sportsmanship, and resilience, aiming to prepare participants for future challenges.
Cherokee Nation Citizen Outreach
As a Cherokee citizen, efforts have been made to expand opportunities for young citizens by leveraging resources and connections at Oak Ridge National Lab. Collaborations with Cherokee Nation leadership have been initiated to develop STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) programs for tribal schools.