I’m Wes Clanton, a maritime professional turned McKinsey-trained strategist, now on a mission to acquire and grow a great business.

Over the past 15 years, I’ve led operations from the bridge of ocean-going vessels to the boardrooms of Fortune 50 companies. I’ve navigated oil tankers through Arctic waters, transformed airline and shipping operations around the globe, and helped drive over $300 million in strategic savings for major logistics clients and improve operational throughput by >20% for clients seeking growth.

My leadership style is rooted in operational discipline, cross-functional collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to people, from frontline crews to executive teams. I grew up in a service-oriented, entrepreneurial family and have spent my career building cultures of performance, resilience, and inclusion.

Today, I’m backed by a team of experienced investors who believe in my ability to lead a company through its next chapter of growth. I’m looking for a business with strong fundamentals, a solid team, and a story worth building on.

If that sounds like your company, or one you know, I’d love to connect.