Transformance Advisors proudly announces that CEO Mike Loughrin and Marketing Manager Mara Irons were part of the winning team in Inchainge’s Global Educator & Trainer Challenge 2024. Competing against top educators and trainers worldwide, their team excelled in mastering market expansion strategies through a dynamic simulation of The Fresh Connection.
The competition brought together over 130 participants from across the globe, organized into more than 30 teams to tackle real-world supply chain challenges. Participants engaged in a comprehensive simulation designed to test their ability to improve operational performance and align strategic goals. Mike Loughrin and Mara Irons demonstrated exceptional leadership and collaboration, contributing significantly to their team’s success.
“I’m honored to have participated in The Fresh Connection challenge for the first time AND be on the winning team,” stated Mara Irons. “This is an experience I won’t soon forget.”
The winning team, “Un-peel-ievable,” achieved an impressive ROI of 49.71%. This mixed team included participants from McGill University, Louisiana State University Shreveport, Transformance Advisors, Washington University of Science & Technology, and the University of British Columbia. Alongside Mike Loughrin and Mara Irons, the other team members were Nicolai Rassolov, Abrar Khan, and Yu-Cheng Chien.
“This experience showcases the power of teamwork and the practical application of skills we value at Transformance Advisors,” said Mike Loughrin. “The Fresh Connection is an important element of the experiential learning approaches integrated into the courses I teach at Louisiana State University Shreveport.”
For additional details on the Global Educator & Trainer Challenge, read the official announcement from Inchainge.
Mara Irons
Mara Irons is the Marketing Manager at Transformance Advisors. She specializes in crafting compelling content and conducting research to ensure community relevance. With a background spanning education, transportation, digital marketing, health, and nonprofit sectors, Mara brings diverse expertise to her role.
Driven by a passion for assisting small businesses in the digital realm, Mara delivers innovative solutions and fosters meaningful connections.
Outside of work, she loves exploring the outdoors with her dog, Indi. However, if it’s cold or raining, you can find her on the couch watching true crime documentaries with a glass of wine.
To learn more about Mara, visit her LinkedIn profile.
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