ExecIn2026 at ISM World Annual Conference
The Exclusive, Invitation-only Event within ISM World 2026 | April 26-28, 2026
The ISM World Annual Conference is a world-class event with the mission of providing an educational environment and experience that brings together thought leaders, supply chain and procurement professionals and the solution-driven suppliers that support them. ISM World focuses on the key topics that impact supply management professionals today and the trends that look to change the game in the future.
ExecIn features the opportunity to delve deeply into timely topics from various viewpoints. Created specifically to provide actionable content curated for the senior level executive, ExecIn 2026 is the one educational experience you will not want to miss.
What to Expect
Agenda
Designed for Senior Supply Chain Leaders
ExecIn at ISM World 2026 delivers a focused agenda for executives navigating today’s most pressing challenges—on top of the full conference experience. Gain insights from top thought leaders, dive into key economic trends, and engage with peers.
Monday April 27, 2026
Keynote: Behind the Scenes Q&A with Kara Swisher
Join us for a special behind-the-scenes opportunity to engage in a focused question-and-answer session with ISM’s Opening Keynote.
Richter Future Leaders Panel
Exclusive to ExecIn attendees, step into a conversation with Richter Scholars and alumni as they share candid insights on the future of leadership, organizational trends, and the evolving talent landscape.
Attendees will gain actionable perspectives on attracting and developing top talent, fostering innovation, and preparing for the next generation of leadership.
Supply Chain Resilience and Nuclear Growth
Exclusive to ExecIn attendees, this discussion with a leading Chief Nuclear Officer will dive into the vital role of power and energy generation in an AI-driven future and the impact on procurement operations around the world. Collaborate and share learnings with an elite group of peers.
Tuesday April 28, 2026
Breakfast and Economic Updates with Dr. Basu
This exclusive presentation will supply in-depth analysis of major factors shaping economic outcomes and a forecast for the coming year.
Shaping the Intelligent Supply Chain - Perspectives from AI Expert Solution Providers
In this executive discussion, leading solution providers share real-world insights on the rise of AI agents, the guardrails leaders must prioritize, and the emerging risks and opportunities as AI moves from innovation to infrastructure. Designed for senior executives, this session focuses on what it truly takes to lead responsibly in an intelligent, agent-driven supply chain environment.
Shaping the Intelligent Supply Chain - Perspectives from Executive Leaders
AI is no longer a side experiment—it is becoming a core enterprise capability that reshapes how decisions are made and value is delivered. In this exclusive panel, senior executives share the boardroom-level decisions, tradeoffs, and operating shifts required to move AI from pilots to scaled, day-to-day execution across the supply chain.