Our Story
GlobalChain Consulting helps companies transform and scale in the face of complexity. With experience across industries and company sizes, from large OEMs to fast-moving startups, we combine enterprise discipline with entrepreneurial agility. We are known for delivering cost reductions, first-time-right product launches and rapid production transfers. Let us be your trusted partners who turn operational challenges into lasting advantages.
About GlobalChain Consulting
About GlobalChain Consulting
Our Leadership
Tjaard Zwaagstra
Founder & Principal Partner
Tjaard brings over 25 years of global leadership in operations, supply chain, and procurement, with experience spanning large OEMs and high-growth startups. He has led major transformations across industries—from healthcare to high-tech—delivering cost savings, first-time-right product launches, and rapid production transfers.
Known for his tireless drive and calm precision under pressure, Tjaard combines deep industrial expertise with strategic clarity. He is trusted for his ability to turn complex challenges into executable plans, building resilient teams and operations that thrive in demanding environments. At GlobalChain, he helps clients move from volatility to control—translating strategy into sustained, real-world results.
Drew Lawlor
Managing Partner
Drew is a highly accomplished manufacturing and operations leader with over 15 years of experience in consumer hardware and automotive. Recognized for his expertise in program management, he has consistently been hand-picked at companies like Glowforge, BorgWarner, and Bosch to lead and execute high-stakes, cross-functional initiatives. His deep knowledge spans the entire operational lifecycle: from designing and scaling $100M manufacturing lines to delivering significant supply chain improvements that reduced lead times and material costs. A true champion of operational excellence, Drew combines lean methodologies with practical AI to boost throughput, while his proven skills in quality management have been critical in recovering major distress situations, ensuring long-term product integrity and customer satisfaction.
Our Philosophy
Operator-First Approach
We work as operators, not outsiders. Our philosophy is grounded in ownership, accountability, and execution discipline, ensuring strategies translate into measurable results. We thrive under uncertainty, moving with speed and adaptability to deliver impact where it matters most.
Our Global Network of Experts
GlobalChain Consulting is supported by a growing network of trusted resources contacts across the USA, China, and Europe. While not always immediately deployed, these relationships allow us to source expertise in critical regions when client needs arise. This flexible model reflects our operator-first mindset: resourceful, adaptable, and committed to finding the right solutions, even across borders.
