Friday, October 19, 2007

12:30-13:30
Location:
Richmond/Adelaide
 

Keynote IV

Robert C. Johnson
President and Chief Executive Officer
Purolator Courier LTD.

Partnering Through Technology

Picking up and delivering a shipment from point A to point B takes more than a delivery vehicle. In fact, much of the success Purolator has achieved over the past 47 years is in large part due to its commitment to innovation and technology. As the leading provider of integrated distribution solutions to, from and within Canada, Purolator is constantly seeking new ways to deliver more to its customers through technology – whether through enhanced online shipping, real time tracking capabilities, information-rich bar codes or leading-edge automated facilities. During this presentation attendees will learn how important it is to partner with a distribution provider that has the technology resources to help its customers, and in turn their customers, achieve success.

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Robert C. Johnson joined Purolator Courier Ltd., Canada's leading overnight courier, as President and Chief Executive Officer on July 16, 2001. Mr. Johnson is proud to lead Canada’s premier provider of integrated distribution solutions.
Since his arrival, and with his visionary expertise, Mr. Johnson has led Purolator through advancements in operational procedures and corporate efficiencies improving service to its customers and its operating profits. With continued investments in technology and overseeing the ongoing development of integrated distribution solutions for customers, Mr. Johnson is positioning Purolator for sustained growth and profitability. His vision for the company remains focused on growing in new areas to maintain competitive advantage in the Canadian marketplace and continuing to add value for customer supply chains through enhanced products and services.
Before coming to Purolator, Mr. Johnson spent six years with TNT Post Group in Europe. Most recently, he was Managing Director, TNT Benelux, responsible for all TNT Express activities in the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. Prior to his employment at TNT, Mr. Johnson was a valued member of the executive team at Canada Post Corporation for 12 years and held progressive positions including Senior Vice President in charge of the marketing, sales and customer service functions.
Mr. Johnson holds a degree in Economics from the University of Winnipeg, Manitoba and attended the Queens University Executive Program. Mr. Johnson lives in Mississauga, has four children and enjoys golf, racquet sports, the theatre and symphony and reading.