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Sparck's Garland Martin recognized as SDCE Pros to Know award winner 2025

  • March 17, 2025
  • North America

Sparck Technologies is proud to announce that Garland Martin, Sales Manager, has been recognized as a 2025 Pros to Know award recipient by Supply and Demand Chain Executive.

Leading in an Evolving Landscape

This award celebrates industry leaders whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. Garland was honored in the ‘Leaders in Excellence’ category, which highlights company leaders making outstanding contributions to the supply chain space.

As a key leader at Sparck, Garland is responsible for securing new business, nurturing strong client relationships and strategically expanding Sparck’s presence in the supply chain and logistics industry. He also plays a pivotal role in account management, offering specialized support to meet the evolving needs of Sparck’s clients. He oversees some of the company’s largest national accounts, including several Fortune 500 companies. By managing these high-profile accounts, Garland helps position Sparck as the go-to source to solve clients’ most complex packaging challenges.

Garland’s contributions extend beyond sales, as he has championed the implementation of advanced technologies that have transformed client operations and delivered measurable results. These technological investments dramatically accelerated the induction process and improved throughput.

Sparck Technologies quote Kees Oosting
Kees Oosting

President and CEO at Sparck Technologies

“Garland continues to be a driving force behind Sparck’s growth and success. His ability to build strong, lasting relationships with new clients, while nurturing existing partnerships, has been crucial in expanding our footprint in the U.S. market. He is a true leader in the industry.”

Industry Leadership & Technical Expertise

Garland’s deep technical knowledge, problem-solving ability and customer-first approach distinguish him as a trusted advisor in supply chain and logistics. His ability to simplify complex product features, anticipate challenges and tailor solutions ensures clients achieve maximum operational value. By aligning Sparck’s automated packaging technologies with client needs, he fosters meaningful partnerships built on integrity and trust.

Beyond his role at Sparck, Garland is an active member of MHI’s SLAM (Scan, Label, Apply, Manifest) organization, where he serves on three subcommittees: Technology & Standards, Best Practices and Sustainability. His involvement in these industry groups underscores his dedication to advancing best practices and shaping the future of supply chain automation and packaging.

Additionally, Garland is a mentor within the organization, known for his ability to analyze complex data, provide actionable insights and share knowledge with colleagues. His willingness to support and guide team members further strengthens Sparck’s position as an industry leader.

Garland’s recognition as a 2025 Pros to Know award winner emphasizes his passion, expertise and dedication to advancing the supply chain industry. His contributions not only benefit Sparck and its clients but also inspire the broader logistics and packaging community.

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