George Kurian is an experienced supply chain and logistics executive currently serving as Vice President of Supply Chain & Logistics for Michelin North America since January 2011. Prior roles include leadership positions overseeing supply chain strategy and operations across the Africa, India, and Middle East regions, as well as managing European supply chain operations for passenger cars. George has a strong background in project management from previous roles at SAP and ArcelorMittal, where significant cost savings and operational improvements were achieved. An academic foundation in engineering and business includes degrees from prestigious institutions such as Georgia Institute of Technology, Harvard Business School, and INSEAD, emphasizing expertise in entrepreneurship and customer analytics.