X-Rite
Kayla DeCook is an accomplished professional currently serving as the Global VES Manager, Operations at X-Rite since July 2017. In this role, Kayla crafts and executes the Global Operations VES strategy, enhancing processes and improving key company metrics such as Quality and On-Time Delivery. Previous positions at X-Rite include DBS Leader for Operations, where Kayla developed strategic roadmaps that led to a top finalist nomination for "Most Improved Plant," and Electronics Supply Chain and Operations Supervisor, responsible for a team focused on production efficiency metrics. Kayla's earlier experience includes roles at Michigan State University as a Teacher Assistant and Resident Assistant, along with internships at Hess Corporation, General Motors, and GE Aviation, where Kayla honed skills in logistics, sourcing, and project management. Kayla holds a Bachelor of Arts in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from Michigan State University.
X-Rite
X-Rite is the global leader in color science and technology. The company, which now includes color industry leader Pantone, Inc., develops, manufactures, markets and supports innovative color solutions through measurement systems, software, color standards and services. X-Rite’s expertise in inspiring, selecting, measuring, formulating, communicating and matching color helps users get color right the first time and every time, which translates to better quality and reduced costs. X-Rite serves a range of industries, including printing, packaging, photography, graphic design, video, automotive, paints, plastics, textiles, dental and medical.