ASCM Connect 2024 to Feature Keynote Speakers Arianna Huffington, David Edelman, and Guenther Steiner
The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) will host the ASCM Connect: North America conference from September 9-11, 2024, featuring keynote speakers Arianna Huffington, David Edelman, and Guenther Steiner. The event will cover themes such as resilience, technology, talent, and sustainability, providing supply chain professionals with essential insights and strategies to enhance organizational performance. Attendees will benefit from expert presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
William Carlin
11 Jul 2024 7:49 PM
Introduction
The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) is excited to announce the impressive lineup for this year’s ASCM Connect: North America conference, taking place from September 9-11, 2024. This event will equip supply chain professionals with the latest tools and knowledge needed to enhance their organization's performance.
Keynote Speakers
ASCM Connect 2024 will feature keynote addresses from renowned figures:
- Arianna Huffington, founder of the Huffington Post and Thrive Global, will discuss redefining success by eliminating burnout on Day 1.
- David Edelman, a top advisor on AI, digitization, and agile operations, will explore AI's transformative impact on customer experience on Day 2.
- Guenther Steiner, Team Principal of Haas F1 Team, will offer insights into the role of supply chain management in Formula 1 racing on Day 3.
Conference Themes
The conference will focus on four key themes:
- Stability, Resilience, and Agility
- Digital Capabilities, Technologies, and Enablers
- Talent, Leadership, and Transformation
- Sustainability, Circularity, and Climate
Notable Speakers by Theme
Stability, Resilience, and Agility:
- Jorge Aviles, associate at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, on supply chain risk insurance.
- Marisa Brown, senior principal research lead at APQC, on building supply chain resilience.
- Rosemary Coates, founder of the Reshoring Institute and President of Blue Silk Consulting, on reshoring initiatives post-COVID-19.
Digital Capabilities, Technologies, and Enablers:
- Christine Barnhart, CPIM, and Kevin Wong of Nulogy, on digital transformation.
- Sean Centilli, CSCP, director at PwC, on tech-enabled ecosystems in supply chains.
- Pedro A. Neto, supply chain data scientist at HP, on AI integration in supply chains.
Talent, Leadership, and Transformation:
- Sunil Bharadwaj, CSCP, CLTD, managing partner at ImpactEazer Consulting, on operational and strategic resilience.
- Joe Walden, associate teaching professor at the University of Kansas, on supply chain leadership.
Sustainability, Circularity, and Climate:
- Rachel Aland, transportation director at ACEEE, and Chris Pickett, COO of Flock Freight, on reducing freight emissions.
- Bill Loftis, owner of Supply Chain Ecology, on decarbonizing long-haul freight.
Conclusion
With over 45 expert speakers, ASCM Connect 2024 promises a comprehensive exploration of current trends and future directions in supply chain management. This event offers an unparalleled opportunity for networking and professional growth. Check out the full list of speakers here.
About ASCM
The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) is the global leader in supply chain transformation, innovation, and leadership, built on a 60-year foundation of APICS certification and training. Through its network and thought leadership, ASCM is revolutionizing the world of supply chain management.
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