Anne Gerth

Anne C Gerth currently serves as the Director of Operations and Fulfillment at InterVarsity Press, where she plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless production and distribution of a diverse catalog of over 1,800 frontlist and backlist titles across the Christian publishing market. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, Anne leverages her extensive management expertise to oversee print book production, physical inventory management, and logistics, ensuring that each title meets quality standards and reaches its intended audience efficiently. Her strategic oversight encompasses vendor relations, supply chain optimization, and fulfillment processes, which are critical to maintaining the publisher’s reputation for excellence and reliability.

Throughout her tenure, Anne has been instrumental in implementing innovative operational strategies that streamline workflows and reduce costs, all while maintaining a focus on sustainability and scalability. Her background in retail management and her 14 years as a regional operations manager at Development Dimensions International have endowed her with a deep understanding of leadership development, behavioral coaching, and management best practices. These skills translate into her ability to foster a collaborative team environment, develop talent, and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.

Anne’s expertise extends beyond logistics; she is adept at managing vendor relationships, coordinating complex print production schedules, and orchestrating meeting planning for cross-functional teams. Her comprehensive approach to operations ensures that InterVarsity Press remains agile and responsive in a competitive publishing landscape. With her leadership, the organization continues to deliver impactful Christian literature, leveraging her skills in publishing, logistics, and management development to support the publisher’s mission and growth objectives.