Marco Poisler
Adjunct Professor, University of Houston Cullen College of Engineering COO – Global Energy & Capital Projects, UTC Overseas, Inc.
Marco Poisler, a key figure in global logistics, serves on UTC's Global Executive Management Team and Board of Directors. Born in Jersey City, he studied economics at Georgetown University and earned a Master's in Transportation from SUNY Maritime. Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, with working knowledge of Ukrainian, Mr. Poisler has been instrumental in establishing strategic Global Energy & Capital Project offices worldwide.
As an Adjunct Professor at the University of Houston's Cullen Engineering Supply Chain & Logistics Technology Program, Marco teaches "Project Logistics" developed by Margaret Kidd. He is currently pursuing an Executive Doctorate in Business Administration at UH Bauer, focusing on the intersection of AI and logistics under the guidance of Dr. Meng Li, founder of the Human-Centered AI Institute. This cutting-edge research complements his extensive industry experience, bridging theoretical advancements with practical applications in global supply chains.
Mr. Poisler’s community involvement includes serving on the Houston Maritime Education Center board and various trade associations. He co-authored the textbook "Project Logistics: The Universal Transportation Course."
With a strong background in economics, transportation, global logistics, and insights into emerging technologies, Mr. Poisler continues to make significant contributions to UTC Overseas and the industry. His leadership, combined with his commitment to education, innovative research, and community involvement, positions him as a key figure in shaping the future of global transportation and logistics.
Main Stage Agenda Sessions
AI Transformation: A Journey of Implementation
AI has transformative potential for supply chains, but successful implementation is key. Hear a real-life ‘before and after’ journey exploring the benefits of introducing AI for one company and its workers, and leave with practical takeaways.
Wednesday 16 October 16:05 - 16:30 Main Stage
Digital
AI has transformative potential for supply chains, but successful implementation is key. Hear a real-life ‘before and after’ journey exploring the benefits of introducing AI for one company and its workers, and leave with practical takeaways.
Main Stage America/Chicago