“Almost every career decision I’ve made has turned out differently than I expected—and yet everything has worked out really well,” stated Russell D. Meller, Ph.D.

After 20+ years in academia, Meller pivoted to industry and now stands as the Chief Scientist at FORTNA with over 10 years of experience overseeing researchers developing algorithms, analysts performing data analysis and design simulations, and solution architects designing distribution centers for some of the world’s largest brands.

At FORTNA, Russell Meller is at the cutting edge of complex distribution centers, employing automation, artificial intelligence, and advanced simulation and emulation technologies. This October, he will take the stage at H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE), and dive into his experiences at the LeeAnn and Walter Muller Distinguished Lecture Series.

With great anticipation, From Academia to Industry: Observations of a Traveler, will share Meller’s unconventional career path, and the lessons learned along the way.

As technology continues to transform industries like supply chain and logistics, the need for professionals who can translate academic theory into practical solutions is more crucial now than ever.

Meller holds a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan. In addition, he was elected in 2020 to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), in part for his leadership in scaling design methodologies for distribution centers at FORTNA.

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For more information: the lecture will be hosted on Tuesday, October 29 at 3:30pm in the Georgia Tech Marcus Nanotechnology Building, Room 1116-1118.

A reception will be held in the atrium, where all students, alumni, faculty and staff are all welcome to attend. 

RSVP here: https://eforms.isye.gatech.edu/2024-distinguished-lecture-series

Read abstract and speaker bio: https://www.isye.gatech.edu/events/calendar/day/2024/10/29/11728