Contact Information:
Name:
Mr. Robert P. Abbott, II

E-mail address:
Abbott.Robert@menlolog.com

Education Information
Undergraduate Major:
Logistics & Transportation

Degree Received:
BS

Graduation Year:
2000

Activities, student organizations, leadership roles, etc. in which I was involved at UT:
1. Delta Sigma Pi Professional Business Fraternity at The University of Tennessee at Knoxville
2. Member of the Logistics and Transportation Association at The University of Tennessee in Knoxville
3. Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society at The University of Tennessee at Knoxville
4. Member of The National Dean's List for Honoring Outstanding College Students

Job Information
Employer Name:
Menlo Worldwide Logistics

Employer Web Site:
http://www.menloworldwide.com

Present Job Title:
Logistics Manager

Brief description of my job responsibilities, e.g. a typical week in my job:
Responsible for Representing Menlo Logistics in Team Based Client Relationships with Business of Roughly $5 - $25 million each customer. Specifically, Focusing on Quality Processes and Managing Logistics Business to Achieve Metric and Profit Levels to Continue Business Growth and Secure Long Term Relationships with Customers.

Suggestions I would give to undergraduate students with regard to courses, internships, and other means of preparation for my career field:
Internships are always good, but a good part-time job such as Fed-Ex or UPS etc...are equally acceptable. Also, try to get a minor or emphasis in Information Technology, GIS, MIS, or CS...It helps very much.

My career path in getting to this position:
If you wish to move up quickly, train as hard as you can. Take all of the training courses your company offers because it increases your worth to the company. Take courses such as Project Management, Management Training, and etc...These are very helpful in your career.

Other advice for students interested in gaining entry into and pursuing a career in this field:
My advice would be to e-mail me and let's do lunch...

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