By Dan Mitchell, MLM Blog Correspondent

From Agel:

As economic strain plagues America, Utah-based Agel Enterprises continues to enjoy growth throughout the world.  Since Agel’s gel packed supplements launched in 12 nations on one day in 2004, the company has expanded into over 50 international markets with several more in the opening stages and has become the recognized market leader in suspension gel technology.  That growth has made it critical to engage corporate leaders that have the skills and reach to oversee ongoing expansion.  Agel Enterprises announces operations expert Fred Black as the new Vice President of Operations.

Black comes to Agel with deep experience in global supply chains.  He understands how to work within international systems even in some of the most difficult trade markets and his systems take advantage of the best solutions for shipping rates, domestic or international manufacturing and distribution channels.  Black has consulted and worked for billion-dollar companies in the direct selling industry where he implemented First In, First Out (FIFO) inventory systems, extended shelf life for products with expirations and realized higher turns and reduced cost of goods.  He oversaw research and development of new products and implemented tighter specifications in manufacturing to meet objective quality targets and compliance standards.

Fred defines himself as an operations expert in cowboy boots and as someone who champions unfettered organizational honesty.  He proudly admits that he is not constrained by the conventional nor afraid to pioneer new solutions when tradition is tired.

As Vice President of Operations, Black will oversee Agel’s research and development, quality control, regulatory compliance, purchasing, traffic and inventory management and supply chain operations.  According to President and Chief Operating Officer Scott Bocklund “As Agel continues to grow and expand its presence worldwide, we continually face challenges with the systems that introduce, validate and distribute our innovative products in emerging markets.  We are indeed privileged to welcome someone with Fred’s expertise, his confidence and his candor to our global operations team.”