Douglas Siemonsma has over 30 years of experience in logistics, with a particular focus on supply chain management. His extensive career spans military and commercial sectors, with the last 12 years dedicated to logistics in global deployment, sustainment, and redeployment. He has successfully overseen the movement of personnel, equipment, and property, utilizing air, land, and sea transportation to meet various operational needs. His skills include strategic logistics planning, procurement, contract management, and the practical execution of complex logistics operations.

He has consistently applied sound logistics principles in his various management roles to develop innovative solutions for challenging problems. To fulfill customer requirements, he has managed the efficient flow of equipment, personnel, and information across domestic and international borders. His ability to balance operational efficiency with complex logistical demands has been critical in successfully meeting these challenges.

He has held several significant positions as a helicopter pilot, including Aircraft Commander, Mission Commander, and Functional Check Flight Instructor. His service during Operation Iraqi Freedom involved high-pressure decision-making and operational coordination, further showcasing his leadership and adaptability.

Currently, he works as a Transportation Specialist at the Military Sealift Command (MSC), where he plays a crucial role in the US military's sealift and ocean transportation operations. He oversees ship operating policies, ensures readiness, and manages reporting requirements. His work contributes to developing and tracking critical readiness statistics used by the United States Transportation Command and the Maritime Administration.

Before joining MSC, he held several key positions within the United States Transportation Command, including Strategic Mobility Planner and Executive Officer. In these roles, he was responsible for creating and implementing strategies for the Joint Task Force - Port Opening (JTF-PO), a globally recognized force accountable for the rapid deployment and integration of military operations. He also led large-scale procurement efforts, such as a significant helicopter contract worth $14 billion. As Deputy Chief of Operations, he was instrumental in improving the execution of US forces' movement and optimizing global distribution operations.

He also has notable commercial experience, including serving in leadership positions that secured major contracts and improved business performance. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation and a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies, along with certifications in Supply Chain Management and Leadership.

Douglas Siemonsma's dedication to his professional and personal life is evident in his volunteer work and his commitment to his family. He is married to Bridget, and he enjoys outdoor activities like camping and reading in his free time.