We’re thrilled to announce that Brian Carlson, Founder and Principal of Cornerstone Edge, has been named a 2025 “Pro to Know” by Supply & Demand Chain Executive.
Each year, this prestigious recognition honors supply chain professionals who are not just keeping up with industry demands—but setting new standards for excellence. In the Leaders in Excellence category, Brian is recognized for his outstanding contributions to the field and the measurable results he’s delivered to his clients.
“Many of today’s supply chain pros are more than just leaders within their space; they’re true pioneers of change,” says Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. “They executed on all fronts, over-delivering and over-performing. They are true professionals to know in the supply chain space.”
That couldn’t describe Brian better. Over the last year, he’s led several high-impact initiatives, including:
- Rescuing a struggling WMS implementation for a major hardware distributor, diagnosing 125 operational, configuration, and development issues, and steering the project toward success with measurable results: reduced delays, improved order accuracy, and optimized labor costs.
- Designing and executing a complex multi-brand DC consolidation for a company’s outdoor brands—developing a scalable plan to merge operations for four different businesses under one roof.
With a career spanning more than two decades, Brian is known for blending creativity with clarity, developing customized, data-driven supply chain strategies that actually work. Whether he’s introducing new technologies, facilitating automation roadmaps, or building change management frameworks that stick, Brian stays laser-focused on what really matters: solving the right problems for his clients.
At Cornerstone Edge, we believe that creativity, transparency, and client partnership are what make supply chains stronger. Brian exemplifies that every day—and we’re proud to see him recognized for it on a national stage.
Check out the full list of 2025 Pros to Know at https://sdce.me/51zgjx6o.
And if you’re ready to turn your supply chain into a competitive advantage, we’re ready to help.