Hosted by Executive Platforms and the Supply Chain Board
Meeting Agenda
September 22nd
Badge Pick Up
Welcome Day Chair Opening Remarks
Keith Baranowski
Global Head of Sales for the SAP Business Network
SAP
Inflation and Tariff Impacts on Supply Chains
moderator
Cristina Ricaurte
Regional VP, Head of SA SCM, Americas
SAP
Michelle Dixon
VP Global Manufacturing
Alcon
Alex Mesanza
Director, Global Supply Management
Corning Incorporated
Carlos Herrera
Head of Procurement NA
Elidabeauty
Ido Segev
Vice President, Intel Foundry
Intel Corp
John F. Mau
Director of Operations & Supply Chain Strategy
Ocean Spray Cranberries
Session Details 
How are organizations of different sizes and footprints dealing with the impacts of inflation on their procurement operations?
- Taking lessons learned from past economic downcycles and applying them to today’s business landscape
- Sharing the pain points and easing burdens: The power of rebalancing long-standing business relationships have fallen out of equity to strike new mutually beneficial arrangements
- Exploring lean methodology and other solutions that can reduce costs and do more with less in difficult times
Reducing Supply Chain Costs Without Sacrificing Resilience or Service
Moderator
Keith Baranowski
Global Head of Sales for the SAP Business Network
SAP
Joe Garvin
Global Logistics Director
3M Co.
Rowina Fornica
Global Director of Supply Chain Excellence
Ford Motor Company
Karan Arora
VP, Indirect Sourcing
Kaiser Permanente
Aaron Zelhart
SVP Global Planning and Strategy
Mattel, Inc.
Douglas Guilherme
Global Supply Chain Vice President
The Hershey Company
Session Details
How are leading companies balancing cost reduction initiatives without compromising supply chain resilience or customer satisfaction?
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Leveraging supplier consolidation, network redesign, and smarter freight strategies to drive savings while maintaining agility
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Applying automation, predictive analytics, and AI tools to streamline operations and reduce labor and inventory costs
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Identifying opportunities for sustainable savings through energy efficiency and smarter sourcing practices
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Moving beyond blunt cost-cutting to strategic cost optimization that supports long-term business goals
Software Providers Broke it. You Bought it. Can AI Reimagine it All?
Allan Dow
General Manager of Aptean Supply Chain
Logility
TVN Reddy
CEO
Aptean
Session Details
The average organization has over 100 software applications. Less than 50% of functionality is used. Nearly one-third of the average knowledge worker’s time is spent looking for information. This is the world you live in – the one the software industry built. You deserve better. With AI, we finally have the tools to deliver it. Join TVN Reddy, CEO of Aptean, and Allan Dow, GM of Aptean Supply Chain, for a candid conversation about how we got here, why the vision of borderless software is finally in reach, and how AI may alter the very foundation of what you know work to be.
Panel Discussion: Perspectives from the Top Companies for Women in Supply Chain
Moderator
Cristina Ricaurte
Regional VP, Head of SA SCM, Americas
SAP
Katie Holman
Vice President Supply Chain, Meals & Baking
General Mills
Lisa Rauzi
Executive Director, Supply Chain
ONE/SIZE Beauty
Jennifer Kelly
Vice President GSC North America Logistics
Schneider Electric
Jennifer Jacques
VP NAM Supply Chain - Electronics and CTO Cluster
Schneider Electric
Megan Fischer
COO
Sundays
Session Details
- Implementing and delivering a purpose-driven strategy that makes an impact as our organizations grow
- Discussing and demonstrating the leader’s role as a catalyst for positive change, as well as a tone-setter for corporate culture and workforce behavior
- Walking through frequent challenges and opportunities companies face while building the leadership team they need to succeed now and in the future
- Emphasizing the importance of today’s leaders building up and supporting the next generation. What does that look like on a day-to-day basis?
- Showcasing examples of strong and effective mentorship programs that feature onboarding, cross-training, job shadowing, and continuing education that make the difference
Want to build a stronger supply chain? Orchestrate it.
Keith Baranowski
Global Head of Sales for the SAP Business Network
SAP
Tushar Bhalla
CTO
CloudPaths
Shree Nair
General Manager
Microsoft
Session Details
Siloed teams, processes, and technologies might get you by, but strong supply chains are built on a foundation of connective tissue that unites them for long-term success, no matter the circumstances. Hear what supply chain orchestration means and why it matters from a panel of speakers who are actively thinking about this and applying it in practice.
- Understand the definition of supply chain orchestration and why companies should care about it as a concept. Hear what it looks like when supply chains are well-orchestrated, what positive outcomes can be realized, and what benefits to expect
- Learn about the journey panelists are on for orchestrating their supply chains. Hear how they got started, where they are now, and where they hope to go
- Hear practical recommendations the panelists have for companies who are embarking on a supply chain orchestration journey
“All In” – Two Words That Have Transformed General Mills Supply Chain and How We Work
Moderator
Katie Holman
Vice President Supply Chain, Meals & Baking
General Mills
Paul Gallagher
Chief Supply Chain Officer
General Mills
Mary Muldowney
Vice President, North America Sourcing
General Mills
Nisar Ahsanullah
Senior Director, Supply Chain, North America Foodservice
General Mills
Danny Kim
Senior Director, Plan & Strategy
General Mills
Allison Thomas
Vice President, HR for Supply Chain and Innovation, Technology & Quality
General Mills
Session Details
Regardless of having the word ‘chain’ in ‘Supply Chain,’ the corporate function is inherently complex and often disjointed. In 2024, General Mills rolled out an “All In” strategy across its supply chain leaders.
- Key aspects of the “All In” strategy
- Focussing on deliberately developing every player within the supply chain
- Leading by example: Led by senior leadership and cascaded throughout the entire supply chain
- Navigating the challenges faced in implementing this strategy and insights into the approach used to overcome these challenges
- Reviewing the wins achieved so far
- Key learnings from the transformation process
Executive dinner
Executive dinner
Member Dinner
September 23rd
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Sophie Davasse
Intelligent Supply Chain Executive
Capgemini’s Business Services
Andrew J. Walter
AJW-Advisory LLC
Pecan
Rene Buck
CEO
BCI Global
Registration & Breakfast
Opening Remarks, important announcements and Chair’s Welcome Address
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Fireside Chat: Building AI Foundations in Supply Chain Operations
Ana Corrales
Chief Operating Officer, Hardware
Session Details
- Explore the transformative impacts of generative AI on supply chain strategies and operations
- Analyze the foundational capabilities required for successful genAI implementation, including sourcing clean data and integrating AI-ready infrastructure
- Equip supply chain teams with targeted upskilling programs to leverage genAI effectively
- Apply actionable recommendations to enhance decision-making and efficiency with generative AI technologies
Re-imagining Toyota’s Customer-Centered Supply Chain
Chris Nielsen
Executive Vice President, Supply Chain: Chief Supply Chain Officer & Chief Quality Officer
Toyota
Session Details
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Streamline operations by aligning procurement, logistics, and quality systems to increase responsiveness and reduce variability across all tiers of your supply base.
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Integrate long-term strategy with day-to-day execution by embedding continuous improvement principles at every stage of the supply chain.
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Lead complex transformations with clarity and cohesion — gain lessons from merging siloed operations into a unified organization while preserving performance and culture.
Shaping the Future of Supply Chain: The Hershey Company’s Decision Intelligence Journey
Fred Laluyaux
Co-Founder, President, and CEO
Aera Technology
Douglas Guilherme
Global Supply Chain Vice President
The Hershey Company
Session Details
Learn how The Hershey Company is very rapidly transforming its global supply chain with decision intelligence. By activating intelligent capabilities across key decision points, Hershey is building a connected, end-to-end supply network that delivers greater agility, resilience, and value. Hear how each phase of the company’s fast-paced journey—powered by Aera Technology—is bringing them closer to an autonomous, intelligent supply chain. Join us and discover the real-world impact of decision intelligence on resilience, responsiveness, and operational excellence.
Agentic AI Everywhere: How AI Agents Enhance Supply Chain Resiliency and Autonomous Decision Making
Rohit Bhutani
Senior Director, Product Management
C3 AI
Vikas Shah
Group Vice President, North America West
C3 AI
Session Details
Explore how Agentic AI transforms supply chain planning by enabling autonomous, adaptive decision-making across demand, supply, and execution. -Discover how AI agents optimize supply chain plans in real time, testing different scenarios and adapting plans instantly to shifting supply and demand conditions. -Experience a live, interactive demo powered by C3 Agentic AI Planning & Execution Application, where you’ll participate in solving real-world supply chain disruptions using natural language and intelligent AI agents.
Reimagining the Value Chain: How SAP IBP, Business Network, and AI Drive Bottom-Line Transformation
Tushar Bhalla
CTO
CloudPaths
Christa Leong
VP of SAP and IT PMO
Array Technologies
Dhaval Desai
Senior Director, Group Engineering Lead
Microsoft
Session Details
- Combine advanced planning, real-time collaboration, and intelligent automation to transform supply chain operations
- Unlock greater visibility, responsiveness, and efficiency across the value chain
- Break down organizational silos and enable seamless cross-functional coordination
- Improve forecast accuracy and optimize inventory levels
- Hear from industry experts and transformation leaders on delivering measurable bottom-line impact through integrated technologies
Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency and Resilience Through AI Innovation
Val Marchevsky
Chief Technology Officer
Uber Freight
Session Details
- Discover how different forms of AI, from generative to agentic, are transforming supply chains by delivering real-time intelligence and automating complex workflows.
- Learn how shippers are already using AI-powered tools to streamline procurement, optimize planning, and reduce costs.
- Understand what’s next on the innovation roadmap and how to lead through this new chapter of supply chain transformation.
10:25 am - 12:05 pm
Pre-Arranged One-To-One Meetings
These mutually agreed-upon conversations are arranged and facilitated by Executive Platforms staff to ensure attendees have valuable discussions about their top-of-mind questions, challenges, and opportunities.
- 10:30 am – 10:50 am: Meeting Slot 1/Networking
- 10:55 am – 11:15 am: Meeting Slot 2/Networking
- 11:20 am – 11:40 am: Meeting Slot 3/Networking
- 11:45 am – 12:05 pm: Meeting Slot 4/Networking
Build a Supply Chain That Thrives in Uncertainty: AI, Agility, and Actionable Data
Craig Sutton
Vice President Industry 4.0
Eaton Corporation
Session Details
- Uncover how to design flexible supply chains that stay resilient amid geopolitical shifts, volatile markets, and evolving customer expectations.
- Learn how to leverage AI as a decision-making engine—not just a buzzword—by feeding it the right data and logic to optimize performance at scale.
- Identify and eliminate data blind spots that undermine forecasting, efficiency, and long-term strategy.
- Create value your customers didn’t know they needed by using AI and behavioral insights to anticipate demand and streamline complexity.
Onboarding New Technology Efficiently and at Speed: Lessons from the Bulk Delivery Space
Melissa Goodwin
SVP - Global Industrial Supply Chain
Ecolab
Value Chain Transformation: Optimizing Efficiency Across Estee Lauder through Global Supplier Management Evolution
Quentin Roach
Chief Procurement Officer / Supply Chain & Value Chain
Estée Lauder
Session Details
- Building a Dynamic Value Chain for Peak Performance
- Driving Sustainable Growth with Bold Efficiencies and Innovative Work Practices
- Revamping Global Supplier Management to Boost Growth, Resilience, Quality, and Responsible Sourcing
- Showcasing Our People as the Key to Success
3M’s Logistics Transformation
Ilona Sroka
VP Global Logistics
3M Co.
Session Details
- Learn how 3M Logistics achieves significant results through carrier partnership
- Discover how a phased transformation improved operational agility and efficiency
- Gain insights into using real-time data and predictive analytics to support better supply chain decisions
- Explore how AI-driven airfreight scheduling enhances reliability and reduces delays
Explore this year’s themed lunch discussions led by industry leaders, where executives engage in focused conversations over a meal, discussing topics they’re passionate about alongside their peers.
Operationalizing AI to drive real ROI
Laurent Lefouet
Chief Strategy Officer
Aera Technology
Adapting Supply Chains to Tariff Pressures
Josselyn Rosario
Group Vice President, Global Supply Chain and Operations
Barnet Products
Creating (and Keeping) Gravitational Pull in the Executive S&OP
James Merwin
Sr. SIOP & Business Process Mgr.
Clarios
Driving Value Creation Through Modular Supply Chain
Sachin Mariguddi
CSCO
Elida Beauty
Is AI-driven Supply Chain Orchestration the End of S&OP / S&OE as We Know it?
Tanguy Caillet
Global Strategy & Supply Chain Transformation Leader
Genpact
Advancing Technology Road Maps in Supply Chain Through Enterprise Architecture
Alexandra Biron
Director Enterprise Architecture
Honeywell International
FAR-Reaching Implications: A Discussion on Impacts and Opportunities of the Upcoming Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Deregulatory Initiative
Timothy Feldman
Director - Supply Chain Operations
L3 Harris
Boost Throughput & Security with a Modern Dock, Gate & Yard Ecosystem
Nate Allan
Sr. Director SaaS Sales
Loadsmart
Partnership, Collaboration and Resiliency: Imperatives Across the Supply Chain Ecosystem
Donna Palumbo
Executive Director
Penn State University
From Disruption to Advantage: Redefining Supply Chain Execution in the Age of Intelligence
Nick Heuer
Regional Vice President
Project44
AI Resistance: Risk Aversion and Legacy Mindset
Jesse Flippo
Director of Engineering - Procurement
Quest Diagnostics
From Noise to Navigation: Mapping S&OP Into a Profitability Engine
Juan Vanegas
Head of Supply Chain
Minova
Building Resilient Delivery Networks
Meagan Gauthier
Business Development Manager
TGW Logistics
How Leading Shippers Use eBOL and AI to Prevent Cargo Theft
Will Chu
Co-founder & CEO
Vector
AI as Your Executive Thought Partner: From Hype to Practical Advantage
Chris Jackson
VP, Operations & IT
Watlow Electronic Manufacturing
AI at Scale: Transforming Microsoft's Cloud Supply Chain Planning
Joanna Kostecka
VP Global Cloud Supply Chain Planning
Microsoft
Session Details
- Discover why AI is no longer optional—and how it’s revolutionizing speed, accuracy, and decision-making across the global cloud supply chain
- See why AI is not just a tool – it’s your co-pilot in planning, learning, adapting, and scaling with your business needs
- Unlock Microsoft’s playbook for scaling AI —and walk away with practical steps to simplify processes, build AI-ready teams, and launch your own high-impact AI
- See AI come to life —from intelligent agents to real-world demand forecasting that’s changing the game
- Get inspired by what’s next—how Microsoft see’s AI to fuel agility, spark innovation, and transform the way business gets done
Fireside Chat: Bayer Crop Science’s S/4HANA and Logistics Digital Transformation Journey
Johnny Ivanyi
Global Head of Logistics CoE
Bayer Crop Science
Session Details
- Unpack the two-year roadmap Bayer followed to implement S/4HANA across complex business units and global regions
- Discover how to align stakeholders across diverse divisions with different supply chain models and legacy systems
- Learn from real-world missteps to avoid common pitfalls in partner management, integration, and change adoption
- Explore strategies for scaling standard processes while accommodating localized operational needs
Rebuilding Procurement from the Ground Up: How American Airlines Is Driving Business Value Through Transformation
Dan Bartel
Chief Procurement Officer
American Airlines
Session Details
- Align procurement strategy with the company’s true profit engines
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Partner with suppliers to unlock new sources of value
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Structure transformation efforts around people, process, and tools
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Streamline bureaucracy while maintaining control and oversight
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Deploy digital and AI to support targeted improvements
From Disruption to Advantage: Choosing the Best-Fit Supply Chain Strategy
Jeff Fleck
Chief Supply Chain Officer
Quaker Houghton
Session Details
- Discover how to align your supply chain model with your company’s strategic goals to drive long-term value
- Identify the transformation steps required to shift from reactive operations to proactive, strategic leadership
- Explore the financial tools—like capital investment and cash flow planning—essential for enabling agility and resilience
- Learn how leading organizations are tailoring their supply chains to thrive amid ongoing disruption
- Gain a practical framework to evaluate and evolve your supply chain strategy for future readiness
From Disruption to Differentiation: Build an Unbeatable Supply Chain in a Volatile World
Michael Castagnetto
President, North American Surface Transportation
C.H. Robinson
James Lamont
Director of Supply Chain
StarKist Co.
Session Details
This session isn’t just about surviving disruption—it’s about thriving in it. Join leaders from StarKist and C.H. Robinson to discover how you can turn complexity into a competitive advantage by driving supply chain resilience, responsiveness, and cost savings.
You’ll walk away with actionable insights to:
- Align your supply chain strategy with shifting geopolitical, economic, and customer dynamics
- Move beyond fragmented visibility to real-time insights that drive faster, smarter decisions across all modes and regions
- Design agile transportation networks that flex with change and address rising costs
AI: From Buzzword to Business Value
Scott Fenwick
VP of Product Management
GAINS
Session Details
- Cut through the AI noise: Explore how leading supply chains are moving beyond hype and embedding real AI into planning and decision-making
- See AI in action: Dive into practical use cases like intelligent network design, anomaly detection, automated routing, and sequential-year planning
- Go from pilot to progress: Learn what it takes to evolve from experimenting with AI to delivering embedded, scalable value
- Spot the real deal: Understand how to differentiate between “AI-washed” features and systems that actually learn, predict, and act
- Stay ahead of the curve: Get insights into emerging trends like Agentic AI, probabilistic modeling, and orchestration layers shaping future supply chain platforms
Qualtia’s Recipe for Success: AI-Driven Forecasting, Replenishment & Planning to Transform the Supply Chain
Dr. Madhav Durbha
Group Vice President, CPG & Manufacturing
RELEX Solutions
Juan Carlos Naranjo
Head of Customer Service
Qualtia
Session Details
Discover how Qualtia, a leading food and beverage manufacturer, leveraged RELEX’s AI-driven forecasting, replenishment, promotion, and assortment planning to streamline operations, reduce waste, and ensure on-shelf availability. Learn how this transformative journey optimized their supply chain end-to-end while driving efficiency and growth.
From Passive to Pervasive: The Evolution of Technology into Ambient IoT
Amir Khoshniyati
VP of Strategy
Wiliot
Session Details
The rapid progression of connectivity has taken us from isolated smart devices to an era where intelligence is ambient. In this talk, Amir Khoshniyati will explore how Ambient IoT is redefining the digital-physical interface. The session will cover: – How formerly “inactive” objects such as food, pharmaceuticals and shipping containers are becoming data-generating endpoints that power real-time visibility, automation, and sustainability across industries. – The technological evolution from traditional barcodes and RFID into active IoT to Ambient IoT, where low-cost, self-powered tags transform everyday items into connected, communicative assets. – Real-world deployments that highlight the massive potential for supply chain optimization, environmental accountability, and consumer trust through Digital Product Passports (DPPs). Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of why Ambient IoT is not just the next phase of connectivity but the foundation of a truly responsive intelligent world.
3:10 pm - 4:20 pm
Pre-Arranged One-To-One Meetings
These mutually agreed-upon conversations are arranged and facilitated by Executive Platforms staff to ensure attendees have valuable discussions about their top-of-mind questions, challenges, and opportunities.
- 3:10 pm – 3:30 pm: Meeting Slot 5/Networking
- 3:35 pm – 3:55 pm: Meeting Slot 6/Networking
- 4:00 pm – 4:20 pm: Meeting Slot 7/Networking
Winning with AI: Anchoring Transformation in People, Process & Tools
Rahquel Purcell
Chief Transformation Officer, North America
L'Oreal
Session Details
- Forget Waiting – Start Playing: Dispel the notion that companies can wait to “figure out AI.” The organizations that WIN are those that jump in, experiment, and learn as they go
- AI Anchored in People, Process & Tools: Winning transformation with AI is about more than just technology; it’s about anchoring every move in the balance of people, process, and tools, and appreciating where strengths lie while pursuing bold ambitions
- People and AI: A Powerful Partnership: Highlight how L’Oréal’s evolution – from a people-driven legacy to a Beauty Tech innovator – is proof that the real power of AI is unlocked when it’s integrated with the people side of change
- Business in Sync: Demonstrating that the true value of AI comes when it’s fully embedded in operations – making the business more responsive, collaborative, and ready for whatever’s next
- Innovation as a Cultural Imperative: Embedding innovation and transformation into your company’s DNA is essential for sustainable growth. How do your operating model decisions and organizational design reinforce the transformation outcomes you want to achieve? The strongest cultures are those where experimentation, agility, and bold thinking are built into the very fabric of your business
Passionate Inspirational Leadership
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Session Details
Since 2014 five external mega-trends have become an increasingly critical factor for global executives and Chief SC Officers. These mega trends have resulted in constant supply chain disruption and even chaos both locally and globally. While Geopolitical trade issues and tariffs have played a key role, the issues are much broader than just tariffs. Companies have already announced new investments in the USA of over $2.6 Trillion dollars. Trade deals have accelerated foreign public announced investments to $4.7 Trillion. This means the combined investment is an amazing $7.3 Trillion. While investment is booming, talent and infrastructure bottlenecks threaten project delivery and then we face the issue of having trained qualified staffing to run the new data center sites, major new energy operations and manufacturing reshoring. All of this is happening as Generation Z will be replacing the baby boomers as the primary employees. The 70 companies that are members and sponsors of the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Management program have identified their number one issue is the ability to create leaders who are Transformational Servant Leaders. Leaders who can engage, develop, and inspire this new generation. In this musical keynote we will learn the four most powerful ways to inspire others by experiencing a creative world-class musical performance that will impact your heart and mind. You will hear amazing examples of how others have created an inspired culture that people will want to join, stay, and give their all.
Chairs Closing Remarks
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Drinks Reception
Executive dinner
Executive dinner
September 24th
Registration & Breakfast
Executive Breakfast: Building Disruption-Ready Supply Chains — From Firefighting to Foresight
Christy Christian
Industry Principal
Kinaxis
Praveen Vasudevan
Supply Chain Leader
Bio-Rad Laboratories
Session Details
Disruption is here to stay. From supply shocks to shifting demand, volatility defines today’s supply chains. Join us for an interactive executive breakfast to discover how leading companies are moving from firefighting to foresight. Through a scenario-based exercise, peer exchanges, and real-world insights, you’ll leave with fresh perspectives and one bold action to take back to your business today.
Navigating Supply Chains with Confidence: Converting Operational Volume into Financial Value
Mark Gordon
Senior Director, Supply Chain Solutions
Anaplan
Session Details
- Turn volume into value: Empower supply chain decisions with confidence and clarity by translating operational data into meaningful financial outcomes
- Shift from reactive to strategic: Leverage real-time financial modeling to proactively guide your supply chain planning
- Avoid planning without direction: Without linking volume-driven decisions to financial results, supply chains risk navigating blindly
- Unify insights in one platform: Seamlessly connect operational actions with dynamic financial intelligence for smarter decision-making
Chair’s Opening Remarks
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Fireside Chat: Setting a Vision and Driving Change: A CEO Perspective
Tim Cofer
Chief Executive Officer
Keurig Dr Pepper
Session Details
- Learn how CEOs set a clear, enterprise-wide vision to drive long-term value
- Explore how executive leadership mobilizes the organization to deliver on strategic priorities
- Understand the critical role supply chain plays in turning vision into execution
- Discover how leaders navigate disruption and complexity while building alignment across functions
- Gain insights into using supply chain as a strategic lever for innovation, resilience, and customer impact
Navigating Risk and Building Supply Chain Resilience in Today’s Ever-Evolving Global Landscape
Kathy Wengel
Chief Technical Operations & Risk Officer
Johnson & Johnson
Session Details
In today’s geopolitical environment, a flexible and resilient end-to-end supply chain is critical to mitigate the impact of potential risks, ensure continuity of critical operations, and maintain compliance with shifting trade regulations. Anti-fragile supply chains require strong partnerships across a global, diverse ecosystem driven by private-public sector collaboration and an up-skilled and re-skilled workforce.
10:15 am - 11:05 am
Pre-Arranged One-To-One Meetings
These mutually agreed-upon conversations are arranged and facilitated by Executive Platforms staff to ensure attendees have valuable discussions about their top-of-mind questions, challenges, and opportunities.
- 10:20 am – 10:35 am: Meeting Slot 8/Networking
- 10:40 am – 11:00 am: Meeting Slot 9/Networking
Executive focus groups are informal moderated discussions among peers, held during networking breaks outside the summit agenda. No sign-up is required; delegates and speakers can join any group of interest.
TOPIC one
Re-branding from a Supply Chain Perspective
Kelly Beecher
VP of Supply Chain and Operations
Base Brands LLC
Technology & AI in Procurement
Tanmay Mathur
VP of Supply Chain and Logistics
Blue Origin
Session Details
- Automate repetitive procurement tasks to reduce manual effort
- Use AI to analyze and optimize purchasing decisions
- Enhance vendor selection with digital procurement platforms
- Improve spend visibility and compliance with integrated tools
Transforming Global Supply Chain: Accelerating Digital Capabilities and Innovation at BMS
Manel Luis
Vice President, Global Logistics Solutions
Bristol Myers Squibb
Session Details
- Overview of leading a global supply chain through rapid transformation while integrating cutting-edge technology
- Building a command center using analytics-driven decision engine to provide actionable insights
- Making informed strategic network and supply decisions across the enterprise
- Establishing Global Product Development and Supply organization as a competitive advantage
Fireside Chat: Risk Management in Procurement: Mitigating Supplier Risks and Ensuring Continuity
Shauna Gamble
SVP Supply Chain, Chief Procurement Officer
Bombardier
Session Details
- Build redundancy in sourcing strategies to minimize disruption risks
- Identify and evaluate risks across the entire supplier base
- Develop contingency plans to secure supply continuity
- Monitor and address emerging risks with predictive tools
Fireside Chat: Lessons Learned - Speed and Agility in Critical Supply Chains
David Reeve
Vice President, Supply Chain Operations & Manufacturing NE
American Red Cross
Wendy Fong
Executive Director, Supply Management Operations
American Red Cross
Session Details
The American Red Cross manages one of the most complex, mission-driven supply chains in the world, balancing staff, volunteers, suppliers, and transportation networks to deliver life-saving products every day. This session highlights lessons learned in risk management, talent, and logistics, and what it takes to ensure resilience and continuity in the face of constant change.
- Overview of lines of service, supply chain focus, and mission delivery
- Risk strategies addressing unique donor and supplier challenges, plus traditional risks
- Post-COVID talent acquisition, retention, and development initiatives
- Transportation across a nationwide network of staff, volunteers, and carriers
- Ensuring resilience while moving time-sensitive, life-saving products
Beyond the Buzz: Making AI Work in the Supply Chain
Matthew Barry
Senior Director, Solutions Consulting
e2open
Session Details
- Data Is the Foundation: AI only delivers value when fueled by deep, high-quality operational and ecosystem data.
- Mindset Matters: AI adoption requires cultural readiness and leadership alignment—not just tech investment.
- Act with Intent: Preparing for operational AI means assessing systems, skills, and workflows to enable autonomous, cross-functional decisions.
Accelerating Strategic Planning Decisioning with Digital Value Chains and “What if” Modeling Supporting
Sophie Davasse
Intelligent Connected Operations Executive
Capgemini
Nikunj Dani (Nick)
Supply Chain Digital Transformation Professional
Johnson & Johnson
Session Details
Join our session to:
- Learn how Johnson & Johnson reimagined strategic network planning through a digitally connected supply chain built with Capgemini.
- Explore how enhanced visibility, simulation, and control are enabling faster, smarter decision-making at scale.
- Discover Capgemini’s Intelligent Supply Chain offerings in action— driving real transformation and business value
- Gain practical insights on creating a connected ecosystem of people and processes to accelerate supply chain agility and resilience.
The Electronics Gap: Why Sourcing Still Lags Behind Supply Chain Strategy
Jim Robinson
Head of Global Sales
Part Analytics / Altium
Session Details
Electronics demand is at an all-time high, driving cost, availability, compliance, and margin, yet sourcing remains fragmented across spreadsheets, inboxes, and disconnected risk tools. This session examines why digital transformation often overlooks electronics sourcing, how rising BOM complexity and pressures (tariffs, EOL, regional constraints) amplify the problem, and what leading teams do differently. We’ll outline an integrated operating model that aggregates BOMs and quotes, enriches them with live market and risk data, and applies AI to flag price variance, exposure, and alternates, all while standardizing RFQ workflows across business units and EMS partners. A real-world example (Emerson Electric) shows how centralized analysis and streamlined RFQs surface measurable savings and accelerate supplier alignment.
Risk to Revenue: Build Resilient Supply Chains That Bounce Back and Pay Back
Nicholas Karas
Team Lead, Solutions Consulting
IntegrityNext
Bruno Teuber
Chief Revenue Officer
IntegrityNext
Session Details
In this session, IntegrityNext will share how it helps leaders turn constant supply risk into a reliable advantage by unifying supplier intelligence, automating exception-heavy due diligence, and activating real-time risk signals that keep materials moving and margins protected. We’ll translate resilience into outcomes your business cares about: shorter cycle times, fewer disruptions, and lower cost-to-serve. You’ll learn how procurement, supply chain, and sustainability teams can step up as board-level value creators, not back-office problem solvers. You’ll leave with: what to monitor, where to automate, and how to mobilize cross-functional partners to turn compliance and continuity into confidence, cash flow, and career-defining impact.
Networking Lunch
TOPIC ONE
Getting the Most Out of the Next Generation of AI, Automation, and Digital Tools in Supply Chain
TOPIC TWO
Reducing Supply Chain Costs Without Sacrificing Resilience or Service
TOPIC THREE
Supplier Partnerships: Sharing Our Hard-Won Lessons Learned and Best Practices
TOPIC FOUR
Navigating Tariffs and Trade Policy: How Are We Adapting Our Strategies?
TOPIC FIVE
Recruiting, Onboarding, and Retaining Top Supply Chain Talent in a Competitive Market
TOPIC SIX
Managing Multi-Tier Supplier Risk in a Volatile Geopolitical Environment
TOPIC SEVEN
Lessons Learned from Implementing New Technologies Across the Supply Chain
TOPIC EIGHT
Nearshoring, Reshoring, and Other Strategies for Greater Agility
TOPIC NINE
Building End-to-End Visibility Across the Supply Chain for Faster Decision-Making
TOPIC TEN
Turning Sustainability Commitments into Operational and Financial Value
Fireside Chat: Transform Your Supply Chain to Accelerate Growth: Lessons from Ulta Beauty’s Bold Overhaul
Heather Lane
Vice President, Supply Chain Strategy and Systems
Ulta Beauty
Session Details
- Differentiate Your Supply Chain: Understand how Ulta Beauty’s MFC model and integrated ecommerce-retail footprint create a unique competitive edge
- Align Operations with Growth: Explore how Ulta’s transformation strategy supports long-term scalability and customer experience
- Adopt Smart Technology with Impact: See how AI, machine learning, and automation tools like autonomous mobile robots drive efficiency and accuracy
- Lead People Through Change: Gain insights into balancing automation with associate engagement, upskilling, and cultural alignment
- Avoid Common Pitfalls: Hear practical advice and hard-won lessons from Ulta’s transformation journey to apply to your own strategy
Wired for Change: Agentic AI and the Future of Human Work
Paul Bouvy
Sr. Director of Supply Chain
Owens Corning
Session Details
- Understand what agentic AI really is — and how it’s changing the game
- See how one company built a working AI agent that takes action in real-world supply chain scenarios
- Learn why old metrics are being replaced by multi-agent systems that interpret performance more intelligently
- Discover how expert insight and causal AI are reshaping forecasting and decision-making
- Walk away with a leadership lens on navigating AI’s real impact on teams and operations
Innovating the Supply Chain: Driving Efficiency and Growth in a Complex Market
Willem Uijen
Chief Supply Chain & Operations Officer
Unilever
Session Details
- Discover proven approaches to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall productivity across the supply chain.
- Learn how data-driven insights, automation, and AI are revolutionizing supply chain planning and execution.
- Explore how collaboration with suppliers, distributors, and stakeholders can unlock new opportunities and drive business growth.
Chair’s Closing Remarks
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
September 22nd
Badge Pick Up
Welcome Day Chair Opening Remarks
Keith Baranowski
Global Head of Sales for the SAP Business Network
SAP
Inflation and Tariff Impacts on Supply Chains
moderator
Cristina Ricaurte
Regional VP, Head of SA SCM, Americas
SAP
Michelle Dixon
VP Global Manufacturing
Alcon
Alex Mesanza
Director, Global Supply Management
Corning Incorporated
Carlos Herrera
Head of Procurement NA
Elidabeauty
Ido Segev
Vice President, Intel Foundry
Intel Corp
John F. Mau
Director of Operations & Supply Chain Strategy
Ocean Spray Cranberries
Session Details
How are organizations of different sizes and footprints dealing with the impacts of inflation on their procurement operations?
- Taking lessons learned from past economic downcycles and applying them to today’s business landscape
- Sharing the pain points and easing burdens: The power of rebalancing long-standing business relationships have fallen out of equity to strike new mutually beneficial arrangements
- Exploring lean methodology and other solutions that can reduce costs and do more with less in difficult times
Reducing Supply Chain Costs Without Sacrificing Resilience or Service
Moderator
Keith Baranowski
Global Head of Sales for the SAP Business Network
SAP
Joe Garvin
Global Logistics Director
3M Co.
Rowina Fornica
Global Director of Supply Chain Excellence
Ford Motor Company
Karan Arora
VP, Indirect Sourcing
Kaiser Permanente
Aaron Zelhart
SVP Global Planning and Strategy
Mattel, Inc.
Douglas Guilherme
Global Supply Chain Vice President
The Hershey Company
Session Details
How are leading companies balancing cost reduction initiatives without compromising supply chain resilience or customer satisfaction?
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Leveraging supplier consolidation, network redesign, and smarter freight strategies to drive savings while maintaining agility
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Applying automation, predictive analytics, and AI tools to streamline operations and reduce labor and inventory costs
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Identifying opportunities for sustainable savings through energy efficiency and smarter sourcing practices
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Moving beyond blunt cost-cutting to strategic cost optimization that supports long-term business goals
Software Providers Broke it. You Bought it. Can AI Reimagine it All?
Allan Dow
General Manager of Aptean Supply Chain
Logility
TVN Reddy
CEO
Aptean
Session Details
The average organization has over 100 software applications. Less than 50% of functionality is used. Nearly one-third of the average knowledge worker’s time is spent looking for information. This is the world you live in – the one the software industry built. You deserve better. With AI, we finally have the tools to deliver it. Join TVN Reddy, CEO of Aptean, and Allan Dow, GM of Aptean Supply Chain, for a candid conversation about how we got here, why the vision of borderless software is finally in reach, and how AI may alter the very foundation of what you know work to be.
Panel Discussion: Perspectives from the Top Companies for Women in Supply Chain
Moderator
Cristina Ricaurte
Regional VP, Head of SA SCM, Americas
SAP
Katie Holman
Vice President Supply Chain, Meals & Baking
General Mills
Lisa Rauzi
Executive Director, Supply Chain
ONE/SIZE Beauty
Jennifer Kelly
Vice President GSC North America Logistics
Schneider Electric
Jennifer Jacques
VP NAM Supply Chain - Electronics and CTO Cluster
Schneider Electric
Megan Fischer
COO
Sundays
Session Details
- Implementing and delivering a purpose-driven strategy that makes an impact as our organizations grow
- Discussing and demonstrating the leader’s role as a catalyst for positive change, as well as a tone-setter for corporate culture and workforce behavior
- Walking through frequent challenges and opportunities companies face while building the leadership team they need to succeed now and in the future
- Emphasizing the importance of today’s leaders building up and supporting the next generation. What does that look like on a day-to-day basis?
- Showcasing examples of strong and effective mentorship programs that feature onboarding, cross-training, job shadowing, and continuing education that make the difference
Want to build a stronger supply chain? Orchestrate it.
Keith Baranowski
Global Head of Sales for the SAP Business Network
SAP
Tushar Bhalla
CTO
CloudPaths
Shree Nair
General Manager
Microsoft
Session Details
Siloed teams, processes, and technologies might get you by, but strong supply chains are built on a foundation of connective tissue that unites them for long-term success, no matter the circumstances. Hear what supply chain orchestration means and why it matters from a panel of speakers who are actively thinking about this and applying it in practice.
- Understand the definition of supply chain orchestration and why companies should care about it as a concept. Hear what it looks like when supply chains are well-orchestrated, what positive outcomes can be realized, and what benefits to expect
- Learn about the journey panelists are on for orchestrating their supply chains. Hear how they got started, where they are now, and where they hope to go
- Hear practical recommendations the panelists have for companies who are embarking on a supply chain orchestration journey
“All In” – Two Words That Have Transformed General Mills Supply Chain and How We Work
Moderator
Katie Holman
Vice President Supply Chain, Meals & Baking
General Mills
Paul Gallagher
Chief Supply Chain Officer
General Mills
Mary Muldowney
Vice President, North America Sourcing
General Mills
Nisar Ahsanullah
Senior Director, Supply Chain, North America Foodservice
General Mills
Danny Kim
Senior Director, Plan & Strategy
General Mills
Allison Thomas
Vice President, HR for Supply Chain and Innovation, Technology & Quality
General Mills
Session Details
Regardless of having the word ‘chain’ in ‘Supply Chain,’ the corporate function is inherently complex and often disjointed. In 2024, General Mills rolled out an “All In” strategy across its supply chain leaders.
- Key aspects of the “All In” strategy
- Focussing on deliberately developing every player within the supply chain
- Leading by example: Led by senior leadership and cascaded throughout the entire supply chain
- Navigating the challenges faced in implementing this strategy and insights into the approach used to overcome these challenges
- Reviewing the wins achieved so far
- Key learnings from the transformation process
Executive dinner
Executive dinner
Member Dinner
September 23rd
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Sophie Davasse
Intelligent Supply Chain Executive
Capgemini’s Business Services
Andrew J. Walter
AJW-Advisory LLC
Pecan
Rene Buck
CEO
BCI Global
Registration & Breakfast
Opening Remarks, important announcements and Chair’s Welcome Address
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Fireside Chat: Building AI Foundations in Supply Chain Operations
Ana Corrales
Chief Operating Officer, Hardware
Session Details
- Explore the transformative impacts of generative AI on supply chain strategies and operations
- Analyze the foundational capabilities required for successful genAI implementation, including sourcing clean data and integrating AI-ready infrastructure
- Equip supply chain teams with targeted upskilling programs to leverage genAI effectively
- Apply actionable recommendations to enhance decision-making and efficiency with generative AI technologies
Re-imagining Toyota’s Customer-Centered Supply Chain
Chris Nielsen
Executive Vice President, Supply Chain: Chief Supply Chain Officer & Chief Quality Officer
Toyota
Session Details
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Streamline operations by aligning procurement, logistics, and quality systems to increase responsiveness and reduce variability across all tiers of your supply base.
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Integrate long-term strategy with day-to-day execution by embedding continuous improvement principles at every stage of the supply chain.
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Lead complex transformations with clarity and cohesion — gain lessons from merging siloed operations into a unified organization while preserving performance and culture.
Shaping the Future of Supply Chain: The Hershey Company’s Decision Intelligence Journey
Fred Laluyaux
Co-Founder, President, and CEO
Aera Technology
Douglas Guilherme
Global Supply Chain Vice President
The Hershey Company
Session Details
Learn how The Hershey Company is very rapidly transforming its global supply chain with decision intelligence. By activating intelligent capabilities across key decision points, Hershey is building a connected, end-to-end supply network that delivers greater agility, resilience, and value. Hear how each phase of the company’s fast-paced journey—powered by Aera Technology—is bringing them closer to an autonomous, intelligent supply chain. Join us and discover the real-world impact of decision intelligence on resilience, responsiveness, and operational excellence.
Agentic AI Everywhere: How AI Agents Enhance Supply Chain Resiliency and Autonomous Decision Making
Rohit Bhutani
Senior Director, Product Management
C3 AI
Vikas Shah
Group Vice President, North America West
C3 AI
Session Details
Explore how Agentic AI transforms supply chain planning by enabling autonomous, adaptive decision-making across demand, supply, and execution. -Discover how AI agents optimize supply chain plans in real time, testing different scenarios and adapting plans instantly to shifting supply and demand conditions. -Experience a live, interactive demo powered by C3 Agentic AI Planning & Execution Application, where you’ll participate in solving real-world supply chain disruptions using natural language and intelligent AI agents.
Reimagining the Value Chain: How SAP IBP, Business Network, and AI Drive Bottom-Line Transformation
Tushar Bhalla
CTO
CloudPaths
Christa Leong
VP of SAP and IT PMO
Array Technologies
Dhaval Desai
Senior Director, Group Engineering Lead
Microsoft
Session Details
- Combine advanced planning, real-time collaboration, and intelligent automation to transform supply chain operations
- Unlock greater visibility, responsiveness, and efficiency across the value chain
- Break down organizational silos and enable seamless cross-functional coordination
- Improve forecast accuracy and optimize inventory levels
- Hear from industry experts and transformation leaders on delivering measurable bottom-line impact through integrated technologies
Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency and Resilience Through AI Innovation
Val Marchevsky
Chief Technology Officer
Uber Freight
Session Details
- Discover how different forms of AI, from generative to agentic, are transforming supply chains by delivering real-time intelligence and automating complex workflows.
- Learn how shippers are already using AI-powered tools to streamline procurement, optimize planning, and reduce costs.
- Understand what’s next on the innovation roadmap and how to lead through this new chapter of supply chain transformation.
10:25 am - 12:05 pm
Pre-Arranged One-To-One Meetings
These mutually agreed-upon conversations are arranged and facilitated by Executive Platforms staff to ensure attendees have valuable discussions about their top-of-mind questions, challenges, and opportunities.
- 10:30 am – 10:50 am: Meeting Slot 1/Networking
- 10:55 am – 11:15 am: Meeting Slot 2/Networking
- 11:20 am – 11:40 am: Meeting Slot 3/Networking
- 11:45 am – 12:05 pm: Meeting Slot 4/Networking
Build a Supply Chain That Thrives in Uncertainty: AI, Agility, and Actionable Data
Craig Sutton
Vice President Industry 4.0
Eaton Corporation
Session Details
- Uncover how to design flexible supply chains that stay resilient amid geopolitical shifts, volatile markets, and evolving customer expectations.
- Learn how to leverage AI as a decision-making engine—not just a buzzword—by feeding it the right data and logic to optimize performance at scale.
- Identify and eliminate data blind spots that undermine forecasting, efficiency, and long-term strategy.
- Create value your customers didn’t know they needed by using AI and behavioral insights to anticipate demand and streamline complexity.
Onboarding New Technology Efficiently and at Speed: Lessons from the Bulk Delivery Space
Melissa Goodwin
SVP - Global Industrial Supply Chain
Ecolab
Value Chain Transformation: Optimizing Efficiency Across Estee Lauder through Global Supplier Management Evolution
Quentin Roach
Chief Procurement Officer / Supply Chain & Value Chain
Estée Lauder
Session Details
- Building a Dynamic Value Chain for Peak Performance
- Driving Sustainable Growth with Bold Efficiencies and Innovative Work Practices
- Revamping Global Supplier Management to Boost Growth, Resilience, Quality, and Responsible Sourcing
- Showcasing Our People as the Key to Success
3M’s Logistics Transformation
Ilona Sroka
VP Global Logistics
3M Co.
Session Details
- Learn how 3M Logistics achieves significant results through carrier partnership
- Discover how a phased transformation improved operational agility and efficiency
- Gain insights into using real-time data and predictive analytics to support better supply chain decisions
- Explore how AI-driven airfreight scheduling enhances reliability and reduces delays
Explore this year’s themed lunch discussions led by industry leaders, where executives engage in focused conversations over a meal, discussing topics they’re passionate about alongside their peers.
Operationalizing AI to drive real ROI
Laurent Lefouet
Chief Strategy Officer
Aera Technology
Adapting Supply Chains to Tariff Pressures
Josselyn Rosario
Group Vice President, Global Supply Chain and Operations
Barnet Products
Creating (and Keeping) Gravitational Pull in the Executive S&OP
James Merwin
Sr. SIOP & Business Process Mgr.
Clarios
Driving Value Creation Through Modular Supply Chain
Sachin Mariguddi
CSCO
Elida Beauty
Is AI-driven Supply Chain Orchestration the End of S&OP / S&OE as We Know it?
Tanguy Caillet
Global Strategy & Supply Chain Transformation Leader
Genpact
Advancing Technology Road Maps in Supply Chain Through Enterprise Architecture
Alexandra Biron
Director Enterprise Architecture
Honeywell International
FAR-Reaching Implications: A Discussion on Impacts and Opportunities of the Upcoming Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Deregulatory Initiative
Timothy Feldman
Director - Supply Chain Operations
L3 Harris
Boost Throughput & Security with a Modern Dock, Gate & Yard Ecosystem
Nate Allan
Sr. Director SaaS Sales
Loadsmart
Partnership, Collaboration and Resiliency: Imperatives Across the Supply Chain Ecosystem
Donna Palumbo
Executive Director
Penn State University
From Disruption to Advantage: Redefining Supply Chain Execution in the Age of Intelligence
Nick Heuer
Regional Vice President
Project44
AI Resistance: Risk Aversion and Legacy Mindset
Jesse Flippo
Director of Engineering - Procurement
Quest Diagnostics
From Noise to Navigation: Mapping S&OP Into a Profitability Engine
Juan Vanegas
Head of Supply Chain
Minova
Building Resilient Delivery Networks
Meagan Gauthier
Business Development Manager
TGW Logistics
How Leading Shippers Use eBOL and AI to Prevent Cargo Theft
Will Chu
Co-founder & CEO
Vector
AI as Your Executive Thought Partner: From Hype to Practical Advantage
Chris Jackson
VP, Operations & IT
Watlow Electronic Manufacturing
AI at Scale: Transforming Microsoft's Cloud Supply Chain Planning
Joanna Kostecka
VP Global Cloud Supply Chain Planning
Microsoft
Session Details
- Discover why AI is no longer optional—and how it’s revolutionizing speed, accuracy, and decision-making across the global cloud supply chain
- See why AI is not just a tool – it’s your co-pilot in planning, learning, adapting, and scaling with your business needs
- Unlock Microsoft’s playbook for scaling AI —and walk away with practical steps to simplify processes, build AI-ready teams, and launch your own high-impact AI
- See AI come to life —from intelligent agents to real-world demand forecasting that’s changing the game
- Get inspired by what’s next—how Microsoft see’s AI to fuel agility, spark innovation, and transform the way business gets done
Fireside Chat: Bayer Crop Science’s S/4HANA and Logistics Digital Transformation Journey
Johnny Ivanyi
Global Head of Logistics CoE
Bayer Crop Science
Session Details
- Unpack the two-year roadmap Bayer followed to implement S/4HANA across complex business units and global regions
- Discover how to align stakeholders across diverse divisions with different supply chain models and legacy systems
- Learn from real-world missteps to avoid common pitfalls in partner management, integration, and change adoption
- Explore strategies for scaling standard processes while accommodating localized operational needs
Rebuilding Procurement from the Ground Up: How American Airlines Is Driving Business Value Through Transformation
Dan Bartel
Chief Procurement Officer
American Airlines
Session Details
- Align procurement strategy with the company’s true profit engines
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Partner with suppliers to unlock new sources of value
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Structure transformation efforts around people, process, and tools
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Streamline bureaucracy while maintaining control and oversight
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Deploy digital and AI to support targeted improvements
From Disruption to Advantage: Choosing the Best-Fit Supply Chain Strategy
Jeff Fleck
Chief Supply Chain Officer
Quaker Houghton
Session Details
- Discover how to align your supply chain model with your company’s strategic goals to drive long-term value
- Identify the transformation steps required to shift from reactive operations to proactive, strategic leadership
- Explore the financial tools—like capital investment and cash flow planning—essential for enabling agility and resilience
- Learn how leading organizations are tailoring their supply chains to thrive amid ongoing disruption
- Gain a practical framework to evaluate and evolve your supply chain strategy for future readiness
From Disruption to Differentiation: Build an Unbeatable Supply Chain in a Volatile World
Michael Castagnetto
President, North American Surface Transportation
C.H. Robinson
James Lamont
Director of Supply Chain
StarKist Co.
Session Details
This session isn’t just about surviving disruption—it’s about thriving in it. Join leaders from StarKist and C.H. Robinson to discover how you can turn complexity into a competitive advantage by driving supply chain resilience, responsiveness, and cost savings.
You’ll walk away with actionable insights to:
- Align your supply chain strategy with shifting geopolitical, economic, and customer dynamics
- Move beyond fragmented visibility to real-time insights that drive faster, smarter decisions across all modes and regions
- Design agile transportation networks that flex with change and address rising costs
AI: From Buzzword to Business Value
Scott Fenwick
VP of Product Management
GAINS
Session Details
- Cut through the AI noise: Explore how leading supply chains are moving beyond hype and embedding real AI into planning and decision-making
- See AI in action: Dive into practical use cases like intelligent network design, anomaly detection, automated routing, and sequential-year planning
- Go from pilot to progress: Learn what it takes to evolve from experimenting with AI to delivering embedded, scalable value
- Spot the real deal: Understand how to differentiate between “AI-washed” features and systems that actually learn, predict, and act
- Stay ahead of the curve: Get insights into emerging trends like Agentic AI, probabilistic modeling, and orchestration layers shaping future supply chain platforms
Qualtia’s Recipe for Success: AI-Driven Forecasting, Replenishment & Planning to Transform the Supply Chain
Dr. Madhav Durbha
Group Vice President, CPG & Manufacturing
RELEX Solutions
Juan Carlos Naranjo
Head of Customer Service
Qualtia
Session Details
Discover how Qualtia, a leading food and beverage manufacturer, leveraged RELEX’s AI-driven forecasting, replenishment, promotion, and assortment planning to streamline operations, reduce waste, and ensure on-shelf availability. Learn how this transformative journey optimized their supply chain end-to-end while driving efficiency and growth.
From Passive to Pervasive: The Evolution of Technology into Ambient IoT
Amir Khoshniyati
VP of Strategy
Wiliot
Session Details
The rapid progression of connectivity has taken us from isolated smart devices to an era where intelligence is ambient. In this talk, Amir Khoshniyati will explore how Ambient IoT is redefining the digital-physical interface. The session will cover: – How formerly “inactive” objects such as food, pharmaceuticals and shipping containers are becoming data-generating endpoints that power real-time visibility, automation, and sustainability across industries. – The technological evolution from traditional barcodes and RFID into active IoT to Ambient IoT, where low-cost, self-powered tags transform everyday items into connected, communicative assets. – Real-world deployments that highlight the massive potential for supply chain optimization, environmental accountability, and consumer trust through Digital Product Passports (DPPs). Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of why Ambient IoT is not just the next phase of connectivity but the foundation of a truly responsive intelligent world.
3:10 pm - 4:20 pm
Pre-Arranged One-To-One Meetings
These mutually agreed-upon conversations are arranged and facilitated by Executive Platforms staff to ensure attendees have valuable discussions about their top-of-mind questions, challenges, and opportunities.
- 3:10 pm – 3:30 pm: Meeting Slot 5/Networking
- 3:35 pm – 3:55 pm: Meeting Slot 6/Networking
- 4:00 pm – 4:20 pm: Meeting Slot 7/Networking
Winning with AI: Anchoring Transformation in People, Process & Tools
Rahquel Purcell
Chief Transformation Officer, North America
L'Oreal
Session Details
- Forget Waiting – Start Playing: Dispel the notion that companies can wait to “figure out AI.” The organizations that WIN are those that jump in, experiment, and learn as they go
- AI Anchored in People, Process & Tools: Winning transformation with AI is about more than just technology; it’s about anchoring every move in the balance of people, process, and tools, and appreciating where strengths lie while pursuing bold ambitions
- People and AI: A Powerful Partnership: Highlight how L’Oréal’s evolution – from a people-driven legacy to a Beauty Tech innovator – is proof that the real power of AI is unlocked when it’s integrated with the people side of change
- Business in Sync: Demonstrating that the true value of AI comes when it’s fully embedded in operations – making the business more responsive, collaborative, and ready for whatever’s next
- Innovation as a Cultural Imperative: Embedding innovation and transformation into your company’s DNA is essential for sustainable growth. How do your operating model decisions and organizational design reinforce the transformation outcomes you want to achieve? The strongest cultures are those where experimentation, agility, and bold thinking are built into the very fabric of your business
Passionate Inspirational Leadership
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Session Details
Since 2014 five external mega-trends have become an increasingly critical factor for global executives and Chief SC Officers. These mega trends have resulted in constant supply chain disruption and even chaos both locally and globally. While Geopolitical trade issues and tariffs have played a key role, the issues are much broader than just tariffs. Companies have already announced new investments in the USA of over $2.6 Trillion dollars. Trade deals have accelerated foreign public announced investments to $4.7 Trillion. This means the combined investment is an amazing $7.3 Trillion. While investment is booming, talent and infrastructure bottlenecks threaten project delivery and then we face the issue of having trained qualified staffing to run the new data center sites, major new energy operations and manufacturing reshoring. All of this is happening as Generation Z will be replacing the baby boomers as the primary employees. The 70 companies that are members and sponsors of the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Management program have identified their number one issue is the ability to create leaders who are Transformational Servant Leaders. Leaders who can engage, develop, and inspire this new generation. In this musical keynote we will learn the four most powerful ways to inspire others by experiencing a creative world-class musical performance that will impact your heart and mind. You will hear amazing examples of how others have created an inspired culture that people will want to join, stay, and give their all.
Chairs Closing Remarks
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Drinks Reception
Executive dinner
Executive dinner
September 24th
Registration & Breakfast
Executive Breakfast: Building Disruption-Ready Supply Chains — From Firefighting to Foresight
Christy Christian
Industry Principal
Kinaxis
Praveen Vasudevan
Supply Chain Leader
Bio-Rad Laboratories
Session Details
Disruption is here to stay. From supply shocks to shifting demand, volatility defines today’s supply chains. Join us for an interactive executive breakfast to discover how leading companies are moving from firefighting to foresight. Through a scenario-based exercise, peer exchanges, and real-world insights, you’ll leave with fresh perspectives and one bold action to take back to your business today.
Navigating Supply Chains with Confidence: Converting Operational Volume into Financial Value
Mark Gordon
Senior Director, Supply Chain Solutions
Anaplan
Session Details
- Turn volume into value: Empower supply chain decisions with confidence and clarity by translating operational data into meaningful financial outcomes
- Shift from reactive to strategic: Leverage real-time financial modeling to proactively guide your supply chain planning
- Avoid planning without direction: Without linking volume-driven decisions to financial results, supply chains risk navigating blindly
- Unify insights in one platform: Seamlessly connect operational actions with dynamic financial intelligence for smarter decision-making
Chair’s Opening Remarks
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Fireside Chat: Setting a Vision and Driving Change: A CEO Perspective
Tim Cofer
Chief Executive Officer
Keurig Dr Pepper
Session Details
- Learn how CEOs set a clear, enterprise-wide vision to drive long-term value
- Explore how executive leadership mobilizes the organization to deliver on strategic priorities
- Understand the critical role supply chain plays in turning vision into execution
- Discover how leaders navigate disruption and complexity while building alignment across functions
- Gain insights into using supply chain as a strategic lever for innovation, resilience, and customer impact
Navigating Risk and Building Supply Chain Resilience in Today’s Ever-Evolving Global Landscape
Kathy Wengel
Chief Technical Operations & Risk Officer
Johnson & Johnson
Session Details
In today’s geopolitical environment, a flexible and resilient end-to-end supply chain is critical to mitigate the impact of potential risks, ensure continuity of critical operations, and maintain compliance with shifting trade regulations. Anti-fragile supply chains require strong partnerships across a global, diverse ecosystem driven by private-public sector collaboration and an up-skilled and re-skilled workforce.
10:15 am - 11:05 am
Pre-Arranged One-To-One Meetings
These mutually agreed-upon conversations are arranged and facilitated by Executive Platforms staff to ensure attendees have valuable discussions about their top-of-mind questions, challenges, and opportunities.
- 10:20 am – 10:35 am: Meeting Slot 8/Networking
- 10:40 am – 11:00 am: Meeting Slot 9/Networking
Executive focus groups are informal moderated discussions among peers, held during networking breaks outside the summit agenda. No sign-up is required; delegates and speakers can join any group of interest.
TOPIC one
Re-branding from a Supply Chain Perspective
Kelly Beecher
VP of Supply Chain and Operations
Base Brands LLC
Technology & AI in Procurement
Tanmay Mathur
VP of Supply Chain and Logistics
Blue Origin
Session Details
- Automate repetitive procurement tasks to reduce manual effort
- Use AI to analyze and optimize purchasing decisions
- Enhance vendor selection with digital procurement platforms
- Improve spend visibility and compliance with integrated tools
Transforming Global Supply Chain: Accelerating Digital Capabilities and Innovation at BMS
Manel Luis
Vice President, Global Logistics Solutions
Bristol Myers Squibb
Session Details
- Overview of leading a global supply chain through rapid transformation while integrating cutting-edge technology
- Building a command center using analytics-driven decision engine to provide actionable insights
- Making informed strategic network and supply decisions across the enterprise
- Establishing Global Product Development and Supply organization as a competitive advantage
Fireside Chat: Risk Management in Procurement: Mitigating Supplier Risks and Ensuring Continuity
Shauna Gamble
SVP Supply Chain, Chief Procurement Officer
Bombardier
Session Details
- Build redundancy in sourcing strategies to minimize disruption risks
- Identify and evaluate risks across the entire supplier base
- Develop contingency plans to secure supply continuity
- Monitor and address emerging risks with predictive tools
Fireside Chat: Lessons Learned - Speed and Agility in Critical Supply Chains
David Reeve
Vice President, Supply Chain Operations & Manufacturing NE
American Red Cross
Wendy Fong
Executive Director, Supply Management Operations
American Red Cross
Session Details
The American Red Cross manages one of the most complex, mission-driven supply chains in the world, balancing staff, volunteers, suppliers, and transportation networks to deliver life-saving products every day. This session highlights lessons learned in risk management, talent, and logistics, and what it takes to ensure resilience and continuity in the face of constant change.
- Overview of lines of service, supply chain focus, and mission delivery
- Risk strategies addressing unique donor and supplier challenges, plus traditional risks
- Post-COVID talent acquisition, retention, and development initiatives
- Transportation across a nationwide network of staff, volunteers, and carriers
- Ensuring resilience while moving time-sensitive, life-saving products
Beyond the Buzz: Making AI Work in the Supply Chain
Matthew Barry
Senior Director, Solutions Consulting
e2open
Session Details
- Data Is the Foundation: AI only delivers value when fueled by deep, high-quality operational and ecosystem data.
- Mindset Matters: AI adoption requires cultural readiness and leadership alignment—not just tech investment.
- Act with Intent: Preparing for operational AI means assessing systems, skills, and workflows to enable autonomous, cross-functional decisions.
Accelerating Strategic Planning Decisioning with Digital Value Chains and “What if” Modeling Supporting
Sophie Davasse
Intelligent Connected Operations Executive
Capgemini
Nikunj Dani (Nick)
Supply Chain Digital Transformation Professional
Johnson & Johnson
Session Details
Join our session to:
- Learn how Johnson & Johnson reimagined strategic network planning through a digitally connected supply chain built with Capgemini.
- Explore how enhanced visibility, simulation, and control are enabling faster, smarter decision-making at scale.
- Discover Capgemini’s Intelligent Supply Chain offerings in action— driving real transformation and business value
- Gain practical insights on creating a connected ecosystem of people and processes to accelerate supply chain agility and resilience.
The Electronics Gap: Why Sourcing Still Lags Behind Supply Chain Strategy
Jim Robinson
Head of Global Sales
Part Analytics / Altium
Session Details
Electronics demand is at an all-time high, driving cost, availability, compliance, and margin, yet sourcing remains fragmented across spreadsheets, inboxes, and disconnected risk tools. This session examines why digital transformation often overlooks electronics sourcing, how rising BOM complexity and pressures (tariffs, EOL, regional constraints) amplify the problem, and what leading teams do differently. We’ll outline an integrated operating model that aggregates BOMs and quotes, enriches them with live market and risk data, and applies AI to flag price variance, exposure, and alternates, all while standardizing RFQ workflows across business units and EMS partners. A real-world example (Emerson Electric) shows how centralized analysis and streamlined RFQs surface measurable savings and accelerate supplier alignment.
Risk to Revenue: Build Resilient Supply Chains That Bounce Back and Pay Back
Nicholas Karas
Team Lead, Solutions Consulting
IntegrityNext
Bruno Teuber
Chief Revenue Officer
IntegrityNext
Session Details
In this session, IntegrityNext will share how it helps leaders turn constant supply risk into a reliable advantage by unifying supplier intelligence, automating exception-heavy due diligence, and activating real-time risk signals that keep materials moving and margins protected. We’ll translate resilience into outcomes your business cares about: shorter cycle times, fewer disruptions, and lower cost-to-serve. You’ll learn how procurement, supply chain, and sustainability teams can step up as board-level value creators, not back-office problem solvers. You’ll leave with: what to monitor, where to automate, and how to mobilize cross-functional partners to turn compliance and continuity into confidence, cash flow, and career-defining impact.
Networking Lunch
TOPIC ONE
Getting the Most Out of the Next Generation of AI, Automation, and Digital Tools in Supply Chain
TOPIC TWO
Reducing Supply Chain Costs Without Sacrificing Resilience or Service
TOPIC THREE
Supplier Partnerships: Sharing Our Hard-Won Lessons Learned and Best Practices
TOPIC FOUR
Navigating Tariffs and Trade Policy: How Are We Adapting Our Strategies?
TOPIC FIVE
Recruiting, Onboarding, and Retaining Top Supply Chain Talent in a Competitive Market
TOPIC SIX
Managing Multi-Tier Supplier Risk in a Volatile Geopolitical Environment
TOPIC SEVEN
Lessons Learned from Implementing New Technologies Across the Supply Chain
TOPIC EIGHT
Nearshoring, Reshoring, and Other Strategies for Greater Agility
TOPIC NINE
Building End-to-End Visibility Across the Supply Chain for Faster Decision-Making
TOPIC TEN
Turning Sustainability Commitments into Operational and Financial Value
Fireside Chat: Transform Your Supply Chain to Accelerate Growth: Lessons from Ulta Beauty’s Bold Overhaul
Heather Lane
Vice President, Supply Chain Strategy and Systems
Ulta Beauty
Session Details
- Differentiate Your Supply Chain: Understand how Ulta Beauty’s MFC model and integrated ecommerce-retail footprint create a unique competitive edge
- Align Operations with Growth: Explore how Ulta’s transformation strategy supports long-term scalability and customer experience
- Adopt Smart Technology with Impact: See how AI, machine learning, and automation tools like autonomous mobile robots drive efficiency and accuracy
- Lead People Through Change: Gain insights into balancing automation with associate engagement, upskilling, and cultural alignment
- Avoid Common Pitfalls: Hear practical advice and hard-won lessons from Ulta’s transformation journey to apply to your own strategy
Wired for Change: Agentic AI and the Future of Human Work
Paul Bouvy
Sr. Director of Supply Chain
Owens Corning
Session Details
- Understand what agentic AI really is — and how it’s changing the game
- See how one company built a working AI agent that takes action in real-world supply chain scenarios
- Learn why old metrics are being replaced by multi-agent systems that interpret performance more intelligently
- Discover how expert insight and causal AI are reshaping forecasting and decision-making
- Walk away with a leadership lens on navigating AI’s real impact on teams and operations
Innovating the Supply Chain: Driving Efficiency and Growth in a Complex Market
Willem Uijen
Chief Supply Chain & Operations Officer
Unilever
Session Details
- Discover proven approaches to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall productivity across the supply chain.
- Learn how data-driven insights, automation, and AI are revolutionizing supply chain planning and execution.
- Explore how collaboration with suppliers, distributors, and stakeholders can unlock new opportunities and drive business growth.
Chair’s Closing Remarks
Daniel Myers
Former EVP Integrated Supply Chain & Sr. Fellow at Haslam School of Business
Mondelēz International & University of Tennessee
Please note: This agenda is subject to change based on speaker availability and scheduling.
