ISM World 2024 Detailed Agenda

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Experience the proven negotiation strategies used by 45% of the Fortune 500. Negotiating With Suppliers™ (NWS) is a dynamic, high-energy session designed to equip procurement professionals with practical approaches to reducing costs, optimizing supplier relationships, and enhancing organizational teamwork.

Through engaging negotiation simulations, participants will build a “gut-level” understanding of key principles and behaviors used by top performers. Attendees will leave with actionable techniques to reduce cycle times, manage inventory more profitably, improve quality, and boost supplier responsiveness. This session offers an impactful introduction to mastering supplier negotiations.

Managers/Directors

Speaker(s): Shawn Malone

Managers/Directors

Speaker(s): Patrick Marlow

Environmentally responsible and ethically sourced goods and services have become table stakes no matter what type of organization you are - corporation, government, or university. Learn about the benefits of addressing the environmental, social, and economic sustainability impacts from your spend. Understand the major components of a meaningful sustainable procurement program which addresses issues such as climate change, toxins, and labor rights while uplifting local economies and building supply chain resilience. HANDS-ON: Measure and benchmark your organization’s progress towards sustainable purchasing excellence and receive insights into addressing challenges. 

Managers/Directors

Speaker(s): Kris Spriano, Katie Saha

Global events are evolving rapidly, making it challenging for supply chain professionals to stay ahead. This session uses Summer 2025’s most relevant news headlines to highlight immediate actions and best practices for navigating international trade compliance risks.

Attendees will gain actionable insights on key topics, including supplier and customer vetting, import compliance, export controls, economic sanctions, anti-boycott measures, and anti-corruption strategies. Walk away with practical tools to address current challenges and safeguard your organization in an ever-changing global landscape.

Managers/Directors

Speaker(s): Jonathan Todd

Hosted by the Women’s Supply Management Community, this panel discussion explores key topics around navigating transitions that impact both men and women in the supply chain management profession. Gain real-world insights and practical strategies from a diverse group of industry leaders as they share their experiences and advice on managing personal and professional complexities, including organizational change, stepping into new roles, making bold career pivots, and balancing professional growth with personal life changes.

Managers / Directors

Speaker(s): Shami Anand

Invitation-only and VIP pass exclusive networking event. 

Executives / Senior Leaders

Back by popular demand, this information (and networking) event is designed for first-timers and solo attendees to learn more on how to navigate the conference and make a friend or two in the process. 

Audience: First Time Attendees

Join the Women's Supply Management Community for a kickoff networking session before the conference Welcome Party. Meet and connect with community members you'll see and interact with throughout the remainder of ISM World. 

Key Learnings:  

• Insight into geopolitical impacts on critical supply chains
• If supply chain sustainability and resilience can be managed as “one”
• Examples of the interconnected nature of risks in the operating environment
• How data is a key input for managing interconnected supply chain risks

Audience: Womens Community