About Us
14K Consulting was founded in 2024 by Jerry Joyce, a seasoned supply chain and operations leader with a passion for helping small to mid-sized companies optimize performance and unlock growth. Drawing on deep industry experience, Jerry partners with clients to improve profitability, service levels, and scalability through practical, results-driven solutions.
The name 14K Consulting reflects Jerry’s personal mission of climbing all 54 of Colorado’s 14,000+ ft peaks — a journey of persistence, planning, and achievement. That same spirit drives his consulting work. Jerry has also guided small groups on challenging “14er” climbs, sharing the thrill of reaching new heights — both literal and operational.
Jerry’s Background
Before launching 14K Consulting, Jerry spent eight years as a Director in the Operational Excellence practice (focused on supply chain) at TriVista Business Group, a boutique consulting firm. He previously served as Co-Founder and COO of Aquai Technologies, a GreenTech company focused on water conservation, where he led global sales, marketing, and operations.
Earlier in his career, Jerry held senior global roles in high-tech and manufacturing sectors, including:
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VP, Global Operations at Aviat Networks, delivering microwave communication systems to cellular and private network markets.
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VP, Global Supply Chain at REMEC, supporting infrastructure for wireless networks.
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Founder of a medical diagnostics and therapy company, which was successfully acquired in 2003.
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Director of Global Logistics and Trade Operations at Ford Motor Company, managing a $7B annual budget; launched a joint venture with UPS to reduce vehicle delivery times by 45%
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17 years at Hewlett-Packard in progressive supply chain roles across the U.S. and Europe, culminating in the position of Global Logistics and Trade Director for the Enterprise Systems Group.
Jerry holds a BBA from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Colorado State University, along with certifications in Lean Six Sigma and CPIM.