Wendell Gilland

Wendell Gilland is an Associate Professor of Operations and Associate Dean overseeing the Evening Executive MBA, Weekend Executive MBA, and Charlotte Executive MBA Programs at the University of North Carolina's Kenan-Flagler Business School. He holds a PhD and MBA from Stanford University and an AB from Harvard University.

His research focuses on optimizing operations through multi-channel strategies, supply chain resilience, and healthcare operations. Key areas include inventory prepositioning for humanitarian logistics, cancer screening efficiency, and hospital staffing optimization. Gilland combines academic rigor with industry experience from firms like Monitor Company and CSC Index, advising Fortune 500 clients on strategic planning and operational improvements.

His work spans diverse industries including healthcare, retail, and disaster relief, emphasizing practical solutions for complex operational challenges. With over 25 publications, his recent research highlights include UNICEF supply chain strategies (2021), healthcare access optimization (2015-2019), and supply risk mitigation frameworks (2010-2011).

Gilland is recognized as an award-winning teacher in operations management, specializing in supply-chain management and decision-making models. His consulting projects span global corporations like Apple, Intel, and Sony, bridging academic theory with real-world business challenges.