Bringing over three decades of expertise to
Ox, Chris Halkyard's storied career
also includes transformative roles at Toys"R"Us, L'Occitane en
Provence and Marc Ecko Enterprises.
BENTONVILLE, Ark., May 14, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Ox, the inventor of Human Centered Automation
technology, proudly announces the appointment of Chris Halkyard, a prominent figure in the Supply
Chain industry, as its new Chief Operations Officer. With a
distinguished career that includes executive roles at Gilt.com,
Toys"R"Us, BarkBox, and Blue Apron, Halkyard brings over three
decades of invaluable expertise and leadership to the Ox team.
"I am honored to join Ox and contribute to
its mission of revolutionizing operations with Human Centered
Automation."
"We are thrilled to welcome Chris to the Ox team," said
Charu Thomas, Founder and CEO of Ox.
"Chris' wealth of experience and strategic vision will be
instrumental in propelling Ox to new heights. Chris's appointment
underscores our commitment to delivering extraordinary value to our
clients and reinforces our position as a leader in the Supply Chain
and Logistics industry."
Throughout Halkyard's career, he has been a driving force behind
some of the most significant advancements in Supply Chain
Management. His tenure at Gilt.com, Toys"R"Us, BarkBox, and Blue
Apron further solidified his reputation as a strategic thinker
capable of navigating complex supply chain challenges and driving
best-in-class performance.
"I am honored to join Ox and contribute to its mission of
revolutionizing industrial operations with Human Centered
Automation," said Halkyard. "I look forward to leveraging my
experience to further enhance Ox's operational capabilities,
ensuring we deliver unparalleled value to our clients and set new
benchmarks for efficiency and innovation across the Supply
Chain."
Halkyard's appointment follows the upcoming retirement of
Brent Sperry, former Chief
Operations Officer. Sperry's contributions to Ox's growth and
success have been invaluable, and the company extends its deepest
gratitude for his dedication and leadership. "We are constantly
reflecting on the indelible mark Brent will leave on Ox," said
Thomas.
The addition of Halkyard to the Ox executive leadership team
comes amidst a period of rapid growth and expansion for the
company. In his new role, Halkyard will oversee all aspects of
operations, including Sales, Customer Success, Finance, Legal, and
Human Resources. His focus will be on optimizing internal
processes, ultimately driving forward Ox's mission to revolutionize
the cultural relationship between humans and automation.
For more information about Ox and its mission to revolutionize
warehouse and supply chain efficiency with Human Centered
Automation technology, please visit getox.com.
About Ox:
Ox, founded in 2019, is an enterprise software provider that
develops Human Centered Automation technology to increase frontline
efficiency across industrial operations. The company's patented
Operator Experience platform integrates with existing systems to
help supply chain companies design intelligent applications. Ox is
on a mission to revolutionize the cultural relationship with
automation to one that enhances and supports the worker.
Ox has secured over $16 million in
venture funding from top-tier firms such as MaC Venture Capital,
BBG Ventures, and Revolution's Rise of the Rest Seed Fund.
Headquartered in the heartland of the
United States in Bentonville,
Arkansas, Ox has been featured in Forbes, Business Insider,
The Wall Street Journal, and The New York
Times.
Media Contact:
Tanner Green, Chief Product Officer
- Ox
Tanner@getox.com
(479) 466-9603
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