Jim Fleming, CPSM, CPSD, is a manager of product development and innovation, as well

as a senior instructor at the Institute for Supply Management®(ISM®). His multifaced role

includes, leading development of education and training courses, individual and

organizational assessments and corresponding capability models for an AI-based

solution, instructing classes and more as a dedicated subject matter expert.

He is a Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®), a Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity® (CPSD®).

Prior to ISM, he spent more than 30 years working for Intel Corporation, primarily in supply chain management roles. He retired from Intel in 2014 and pursued his passion for education by joining ISM.

Fleming received his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology from

Montana State University and several executive education certificates from Columbia

University.