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Brian J Shotto - Founding Partner

Kevin J McPherson - Managing Partner

Kevin J McPherson - Managing Partner


Brian Shotto is an expert in the healthcare purchasing & supply chain field with over 30 years of experience working across a broad range of healthcare companies such as manufacturers, specialty pharmacy, specialty distributors and provider channels as well as 3PL's and transportation service providers. Brian has deep experience in 3rd Party Logistics, supply chain optimization, design and channel strategies.  He is an expert in the movement of products safely and effectively to the site of care with a watchful eye to cost-effectiveness.  


Brian is considered one of the industry’s most recognized and respected thought leaders in global distribution operations, direct and third-party logistics and healthcare supply chain management.  As a former SVP of Manufacturer Services at Owens & Minor, Brian was responsible for over $30B of medical device purchases and also lead the US and European logistics business units.  His responsibilities required that he work closely with clients to maintain a sharp focus on distribution, logistics, product security, order-to-cash, contract-to-cash and GMP/GDP compliance.  


Prior to joining Owens & Minor, Brian was a Senior Principal Consultant with Blue Fin Group a premier management and technology consulting firm focused solely on healthcare commerce.   Prior to Blue Fin Group, Brian was VP Global Distribution Strategy for United Parcel Service (UPS) and VP of Supply Chain for the American Red Cross and VP of Healthcare Operations for Federal Express. 


Brian’s mission is to passionately collaborate with healthcare clients to optimize their potential in the positioning, sale, flow and consumption of product-based therapies. 


He earned a B.A. in Economics from the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA. 

Kevin J McPherson - Managing Partner

Kevin J McPherson - Managing Partner

Kevin J McPherson - Managing Partner


Kevin has more than 30-years of diverse experience having served as Vice President of the Healthcare Logistics unit of FedEx Supply Chain, the Vice President of Strategic Solutions for Owens & Minor Corporation, and Global Marketing Director of Product Management for UPS Healthcare Logistics. 


Kevin has extensive knowledge of the vastly differentiated and rapidly evolving supply channel models for pharmaceuticals, in-vitro diagnostics & medical devices.   He is passionately driven to leverage his knowledge and real-life experiences to expand the access and reduce the cost of the delivery of healthcare products via the application of emerging technologies and the optimization of processes, while instilling courage to institute change. 


  Kevin holds a degree in Biological Sciences from Cornell University, is a joint patent holder for the development of Promising technology and has published numerous articles on the current and future state of healthcare logistics.

Dan Gagnon - Managing Partner

Josh Cannon - Managing Partner

Josh Cannon - Managing Partner

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Daniel has more than three decades of experience in global healthcare logistics, strategy, and innovation.


During his 35+ years with UPS, Daniel held senior leadership roles across operations, marketing, and strategy—most recently serving as Vice President of Global Strategy, Marketing, and Acquisition Integration for UPS Healthcare. In that capacity, he helped shape UPS's healthcare logistics division into a global leader supporting pharmaceutical, biotech, diagnostic, and medical device clients across North America and Europe.


Recognized for his ability to connect strategic vision with real-world execution, Daniel has been instrumental in advancing the cold chain and life sciences logistics ecosystem, including the diagnostic supply chain. He has collaborated closely with manufacturers, labs & clinics, investors, and innovators to design resilient, patient-centered supply chains that enable both clinical and commercial success.


At The Lumens Group, Daniel will continue advising healthcare and life sciences organizations—from emerging biotech companies to established enterprises—on organic and inorganic growth strategy, market entry, and operational transformation, drawing on his experience guiding complex, global initiatives and his deep understanding of the intersection between healthcare innovation and logistics.


He is passionate about helping organizations navigate change with clarity and purpose—empowering teams to deliver solutions that improve both business outcomes and patient lives.
 


Josh Cannon - Managing Partner

Josh Cannon - Managing Partner

Josh Cannon - Managing Partner

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Josh is a healthcare supply chain executive with over 25 years of supply chain expertise. He specializes in developing innovative global supply chain networks for leading companies in the healthcare industry.


Prior to joining The Lumens Group, Josh was the Senior Director of Global Strategy for UPS's healthcare division.   Josh was a key stakeholder and driver of UPS’ global healthcare strategic vision over the past 20 years. 


Josh was responsible for the development of the company’s global healthcare strategy, new product development and mergers and acquisitions for the healthcare segment. During his time at UPS, Josh was able to develop an industry leading, end to end global supply chain network to support the current and future needs of the healthcare industry.


In his free time, Josh enjoys spending time with his wife Fongela and their two children, Parker, and Olivia. Josh is passionate about giving back to his community, he volunteers his time to the local United Way and coaches’ youth football in Georgia. 


Josh earned a B.A. in Supply Chain Management from the University of Nevada.


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