Across engineering, product, software, commercial strategy, finance, and people operations, VARGO®’s leadership team guides the design, delivery, and support of complex fulfillment environments.
Mike began working in the field as a teenager before joining VARGO® full time in 1986 as a territory sales manager. He became President in 2001, led the company through major milestones including the 2006 acquisition of ADS Specialists Inc., and served as CEO before becoming Chairman in 2023. He was instrumental in transitioning VARGO® to employee ownership in 2022. Mike holds a B.S. in Business from the University of South Carolina.
Gautham leads VARGO®’s day-to-day operations and long-term strategy, with a focus on building high-performing teams and delivering outcomes for clients. Before VARGO®, he held senior executive roles across multiple industries, leading large-scale technology and operational initiatives. He is committed to empowering people and adapting to the needs of a cross-generational workforce.
Todd oversees VARGO®’s financial operations, with a focus on operational efficiency, profitability, and team performance. He brings nearly two decades of financial leadership in central Ohio’s manufacturing sector, having served in controller and CFO roles at Five Star Holdings Group LLC, Aleris, and Core Molding Technologies.
Robert leads business development and commercial strategy at VARGO®, with a focus on go-to-market execution and software-driven solution sales. He brings more than 35 years of experience in automation, robotics, software, and technology, including leadership roles at Swisslog, Plus One Robotics, and other organizations across the industry. Robert holds a B.S. in Marketing from Miami University and an MBA in Finance from Bowling Green State University.
William leads product strategy at VARGO®, specializing in omnichannel fulfillment, planning, and operations. He brings more than 25 years of experience in supply chain, including senior roles at Manhattan Associates, Kimberly-Clark, Capgemini, and BearingPoint, where he partnered with global retailers, consumer goods companies, and manufacturers to design and deliver fulfillment solutions.
Carlos joined VARGO® in 2003 and was promoted to Senior Vice President in 2020. He oversees solutions design, engineering, and implementation, drawing on nearly 30 years of experience in retail operations and supply chain consulting. Before VARGO®, he held roles at Dillard’s, Neiman Marcus, Pier One Imports, and Sedlak Management Consultants. Carlos holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University.
Michael leads VARGO®’s software engineering, implementation, and support teams. He joined VARGO® in 2018, bringing experience in IT and supply chain management from roles as Director of IT at HomeBuys and Manager of Development at Thirty-One Gifts and Exel/DHL. Michael holds an MBA from the University of Dayton and a B.S. in Business Administration with a specialization in Management Information Systems from Duquesne University.
Nancy leads people strategy at VARGO®, overseeing HR programs that support organizational goals and a strong workplace culture. Before VARGO®, she held HR roles at Assurant Specialty Property, Raising Cane’s, and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Nancy is a Six Sigma Master Black Belt and holds multiple SHRM certifications, including specialties in California Employment Law and Total Rewards.
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