Tony C. Evans is a senior operations and supply chain executive with more than 20 years of experience leading complex, high‑volume, multi‑site environments across hospitality, gaming, food and beverage, bottled water, health and wellness, consumer goods, electronics, technology, e‑commerce, and 3PL/distribution. His career spans high‑growth startups and global enterprises, where he has built a reputation for turning operational chaos into scalable, data‑driven, high‑performing systems.

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Tony’s leadership is defined by his ability to architect and execute enterprise‑level transformation. At MGM Resorts International, he led multi‑site distribution operations across 12 major properties, overseeing internal distribution centers, 3PL partners, and cross‑functional teams with full P&L accountability. His work included ERP/WMS optimization (Oracle, RF Smart), real‑time inventory accuracy improvements, robotics and automation initiatives, facility modernization, capital planning, and the creation of KPI‑driven governance frameworks that strengthened supplier accountability and operational reliability.

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Across his career, Tony has delivered multimillion‑dollar savings, improved labor productivity, and executed large‑scale consolidations that elevated service performance and operational continuity. He is known for building “one version of the truth” data environments, implementing scan‑based inventory controls that improved accuracy from sub‑30% to over 85%, and designing warehouse networks that increase throughput while reducing labor and storage costs. His expertise spans transportation strategy, inventory optimization, vendor management, Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, and cross‑functional alignment with Finance, IT, Legal, F&B, and Marketing.

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Tony’s influence extends beyond corporate operations. He is the President and a founding member of C.O.R.K., an organization dedicated to expanding economic opportunity, strengthening community prosperity, and cultivating generational knowledge. Through C.O.R.K., Tony leads initiatives focused on business investment, philanthropy, spiritual support, and shared insight—reflecting his belief that leadership must uplift both organizations and communities. His commitment to service also includes mentorship, youth development, and his work as a CASA volunteer, advocating for children in foster care.

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He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Master of Science in Security Management, with a specialization in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery—providing a strong technical, analytical, and risk‑management foundation for his operational leadership.

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Guided by his philosophy, “Transforming Challenges into Excellence,” Tony brings a rare combination of strategic vision, operational discipline, and community‑centered leadership. Whether optimizing enterprise systems, scaling multi‑site operations, or building organizations that uplift others, he consistently turns obstacles into opportunities and performance into purpose.