Beaverton, OR—March 17, 2025 — Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the only publication covering the entire global supply chain, named Ken Adamo, Chief of Analytics and Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at DAT Freight & Analytics as one of the winners of this year’s Pros to Know award, which recognizes executives driving meaningful advancements in the supply chain. Adamo was honored in the Rising Stars category for his contributions to freight analytics and market intelligence.
This award recognizes outstanding executives whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage.
At DAT, Adamo has driven advancements in data analytics and forecasting, improving how the freight industry tracks market trends and pricing. He has played a key role in expanding DAT iQ, the company’s data and analytics division, as a resource for shippers seeking rate and network insights to inform transportation strategies. Under his leadership, DAT iQ has refined AI-driven pricing and benchmarking models, using $1 trillion in freight transaction data to improve visibility into rates, capacity trends, and performance metrics. He was also instrumental in DAT’s acquisition of Trucker Tools, strengthening the company’s visibility solutions across the supply chain.
“Ken’s ability to translate complex data into practical insights has helped our customers make informed decisions in a complex and dynamic market,” said Jeff Clementz, CEO of DAT Freight & Analytics. “He has driven key initiatives, from enhancing predictive analytics to leading the Trucker Tools acquisition, while also serving as a trusted resource for industry analysts, customers, and journalists. His contributions extend beyond DAT, shaping discussions on freight trends and market dynamics. This recognition is well deserved.”
“Many of today’s supply chain pros are more than just leaders within their space; they’re true pioneers of change. This year’s list of winners really pushed the boundaries in all facets; creating, implementing, transforming, innovating, reinventing, and collaborating. They executed on all fronts, over-delivering and over-performing. They are true professionals to know in the supply chain space,” says Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive and co-founder of the Women in Supply Chain Forum.
Go to https://sdce.me/51zgjx6o to view the full list of winners.
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