Meet Our Leadership Team
Meet Our Leadership Team
Matt Gresge, Chief Executive Officer
“We rise by lifting others.” – Robert Ingersoll
Prior to becoming an executive leader, Matt began his career as a commissioned sales rep and quickly worked his way up to sales management and leadership positions where he managed large accounts, industry vertical teams and large sales teams for new business units and startups.
Most recently, Matt was CEO of AIA Corporation, a leading franchise network for promotional product distributors. Under Matt’s guidance, the company made a significant number of advancements to keep pace with the ever-changing market. These efforts paid off in substantial growth.
Before Matt’s tenure as Archway’s CEO began, he served as Archway’s Executive Chairman of the Board where he achieved an in-depth understanding of the company’s history, strengths and challenges.
As CEO, Matt is responsible for Archway’s overall performance with an emphasis on creating value for Archway clients, employees, other constituencies and shareholders. He believes extraordinary performance comes through building and leading healthy, high-functioning teams and closely collaborating with Archway’s stakeholders.
“Our goal at Archway is to help clients solve complex problems and provide them with value greater than any competing alternative. To achieve this, our company prioritizes collaboration, connectivity, teamwork and efficiency.”
Matt earned his MBA from Kellogg School of Business Management at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Finance from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.
Matt’s interests include spending time with his family, travel and reading history.
“We have so much to learn through others ̶ whether we experience them in present day in our local communities, in other countries and cultures, or through history. As a parent to my four children and partner to my wife of 28 years, there’s nothing more fulfilling than sharing these new adventures and learning experiences together.”
Andy Larew, Chief Financial Officer
“A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence." – James N. Watkins
As an executive, Andy brings a wealth of knowledge leading and growing organizations. Throughout his career, Andy has exhibited the ability to capitalize on sound accounting fundamentals and pair them with business strategy to efficiently achieve short-term and long-term objectives. He launched his career at PriceWaterhouseCoopers, later served as Director of Finance for the Regis Corporation, and prior to his current position, held multiple roles of increasing responsibility at Graco Inc. including international management positions in the United States, China and Australia. In all of his roles, Andy delivered impactful leadership that enabled operational excellence and increased revenues, margins, and when applicable, shareholder value.
As Archway’s CFO, Andy is always looking to drive value for internal and external stakeholders. He prides himself as a tactical business partner and financial leader with expertise in financial analysis, reporting and modeling, budgeting, auditing and regulatory compliance. At Archway, he oversees accounting, business support, financial planning and analysis, treasury and tax. As a client liaison, he enjoys building and refreshing financial, operational, and logistical strategies to solve complex problems with inventive and creative solutions.
“I’m passionate about delivering profitable growth for Archway, our investors, employees and clients. Collaborating with Operations, IT and our exceptional internal financial teams, we’re meticulously tracking and analyzing all costs, transactions and ROI. It’s exciting to be part of a company that’s developing financial processes that result in refined analysis, reporting and projections for the future.”
Andy attended the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business in Iowa City, Iowa where he graduated with a BBA in Accounting and holds his CPA (inactive) license. He earned his MBA in Finance from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. When Andy isn’t working, he enjoys travel, time with family and friends, coaching soccer and spending as much time outside as possible.
Tera Glenn, Vice President, Corporate Transformation
“When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too.” – Paulo Coelho
A high-impact enterprise Project Management Office (PMO) executive with over 14 years of experience in four different countries, Tera’s experience includes general management, program office leadership, account management, business operations and transformation. She has demonstrated repeated success aligning leaders to a strategic vision and establishing accountability for standardized processes, reporting and governance across an enterprise.
“What I’m most passionate about in my role is promoting and contributing to Archway’s success and strong culture.”
Prior to Tera’s current position, she was Vice President, Head of Program Office, for Global Supply Chain and Operations at Brightstar Telecommunications ― a global leader in adding value to the lifecycle of mobile devices. In addition to leadership positions at Brightstar for over eight years, Tera also served as Product Development Director and General Manager for Innonix Technologies, a Hong Kong biotechnology company that develops products to meet unmet healthcare needs.
A graduate of Western University in London, Ontario, Tera earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Chemistry and Environmental Science. When she’s not working, Tera enjoys family time, outrigger canoeing and volunteers for the American Red Cross.
Jeff Kish, Chief Technology Officer
“Information technology and business are becoming inextricably interwoven. I don't think anybody can talk meaningfully about one without talking about the other.” – Bill Gates
“Technology is going to be a key strategic differentiator for us as we enter an exciting and innovative era at Archway. I look forward to leading our amazing team as we implement new IT solutions and innovations to provide a best-in-business experience to our clients and to their customers.”
Before joining Archway, Jeff was the Director of Application Solutions for Zumiez, a leading global omnichannel retailer. While at Zumiez, he was responsible for technology solutions delivery and support, the company’s business engagement model, program management, team development, IT tools and methodology.
Jeff’s previous leadership roles include Vice President of Application Solutions for Finish Line and Senior Vice President of Information Technology Services for Belk Store Services.
Pursuing a passion for information technology, Jeff earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York.
When he’s not working, Jeff’s greatest joy is spending time with his wife, Suzanne, and daughters, Mackenzie, Suzanne, and Danielle. He’s a fitness enthusiast who has completed six marathons in cities across the United States.
Kay Ark, Senior Vice President, Human Resources
“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” – Vince Lombardi
“I’m passionate about talent – finding it, empowering it, engaging it, developing it, and leveraging technology to be more efficient and accurate in searching for exceptional individuals.”
Kay has more than 20 years of experience in human resources. Her expertise includes leading organizational change, shifting corporate culture and introducing new technologies, processes and systems to employees. Kay consistently delivers on commitments and is the quintessential “people person” with sound values and operating principles.
Since joining the company in 2010, Kay has held positions of increased responsibility spanning various aspects of human resources. Most recently, Kay served as Vice President of Human Resources where she partnered with multiple functional areas to assess, organize, and develop the company’s talent, which ultimately has driven growth.
Prior to joining Archway, Kay held various positions at Hitachi Construction Truck Manufacturing and Kelly Services.
Kay earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from McMaster University and a Master of Business Administration in Finance from York University. When she’s not working, Kay enjoys reading and traveling.
Adam Dyer, Vice President, Print, Promo & Marketing
Adam Dyer is Vice President of Print, Promo and Marketing at Archway.
Diana Robson, Vice President, Operations
An accomplished leader, Diana leverages her 16 years of Archway experience in client service, sales, and operations to deliver complex retail execution, field sales support and product supply chain solutions for some of North America’s most well-known brands across the seven Archway sites she leads.
Diana provides expertise in the areas of client services, sales and operations across multiple industry verticals. She has built custom supply chain solutions supporting some of the country’s biggest enterprises, including one of Canada’s largest telecommunications companies, where she delivered support across wireless and wireline fulfillment, wireless/wireline infrastructure distribution and reverse logistics.
“I’m passionate about creating collaborative teams who come together to solve complex problems. By thoroughly understanding the unique needs of our clients, employing continuous improvement processes and executing high-efficiency solutions, we help realize our client goals at higher levels of satisfaction and ease than any of our competitors.”
Diana received her Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) degree from Bangalore University, India. A self-described “foodie,” Diana loves to read, enjoys traveling, and likes spending time with friends, family and her three dogs – two Great Danes and a Maltese.