A Legacy of Leadership

For a career of firsts in areas like technology and sustainability, as well as unlocking the potential of a family tree of executives, Tony Milikin, MBA, is honored with the 2024 J. Shipman Gold Medal Award.
 

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Celebrate the profession with this issue of Inside Supply Management®. Discover Tony Milikin, MBA, recipient of the J. Shipman Gold Medal Award. Learn about the ISM® 30 Under 30 Rising Supply Chain Stars and the promising R. Gene Richter Scholars.

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A Legacy of Leadership

July 09, 2024
Articles

For a career of firsts in areas like technology and sustainability,
as well as unlocking the potential of a family tree of executives, Tony Milikin, MBA, is honored with the 2024 J. Shipman Gold Medal Award.

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    July 09, 2024
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    Supply management professionals enjoyed an increase in average compensation last year, and strategic personnel should become even more in demand if companies prefer to invest in technology over talent.
  • Always Open to a Challenge

    July 09, 2024
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    Fueled by a ‘learner’s mindset’ that has helped refine his negotiation and contracting skills, Zain Rauf doesn’t shy from big projects — and is making his mark in the challenging oil and gas supply chain.
  • Making a Difference

    July 09, 2024
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    The achievements of the 30 Under 30 Rising Supply Chain Stars have created value for their companies and advanced the profession.

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