He received a M.E.E.M (2000) and a Ph.D. (2012) in Industrial Engineering from the University of Louisville, Kentucky. His research interest includes applied logistics systems, engineering and operations management, and quality systems. He accumulated eight years of industry experience in engineering, product management, and quality control systems in consumer electronics. He is a member of APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society), ASEM (American Society for Engineering Management), and a senior member of ASQ (American Society for Quality).