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Day 1
7:00 am – 8:00 am CST
Delegate Registration and Networking Breakfast
8:00 am – 8:10 am CST
Mayor's Welcome Address
8:10 am – 8:20 am CST
Chair's Welcome and Opening Remarks
Supply Chain Management
Process Optimization
Procurement and Sourcing
Technology & Innovation
Logistics
8:20 am – 8:50 am CST
Keynote
Matthias Huelsmann
SVP, E2E Logistics
Bosch
Driving AI Powered End To End Supply Chain Transformation Across Complex Global Networks
- Leveraging AI enabled forecasting to significantly improve accuracy and optimize inventory across networks
- Integrating end to end planning and execution to enhance visibility and accelerate decision making
- Scaling digital warehousing and automation across multi node global distribution and manufacturing environments
- Aligning data driven insights with operational execution to improve service levels and cost performance
- Embedding hyperautomation and predictive analytics to streamline processes and reduce manual intervention
- Building scalable digital supply chain capabilities that deliver measurable performance improvements at scale
8:50 am – 9:20 am CST
Plenary
Building Intelligent Supply Chains Through AI-Driven Visibility, Agility, and Operational Resilience
- Leveraging AI-powered insights to improve visibility, forecasting accuracy, and supply chain responsiveness
- Building agile operating models capable of adapting quickly during disruption, shortages, and demand volatility
- Integrating predictive analytics across planning, sourcing, logistics, and inventory management for stronger coordination
- Enhancing operational resilience through scenario planning, digital collaboration, and proactive risk mitigation strategies
- Aligning supply chain transformation initiatives with customer expectations, profitability goals, and long-term business growth
9:20 am – 9:50 am CST
Plenary
Transforming Logistics and Warehousing Through Robotics, Automation, and Intelligent Fulfillment Operations
- Leveraging robotics and automation technologies to improve warehouse productivity, fulfillment speed, and operational accuracy outcomes
- Integrating intelligent logistics systems across transportation, warehousing, and distribution to strengthen end-to-end operational coordination capabilities
- Utilizing real-time operational visibility and predictive analytics to optimize inventory flow and fulfillment responsiveness effectively
- Reducing manual processes and labor inefficiencies through connected automation platforms supporting scalable logistics operations globally
- Building agile fulfillment networks capable of adapting quickly during disruption, demand volatility, and evolving customer expectations
9:55 am – 11:35 am CST
Refreshments, Networking, and Pre-Arranged 1-2-1 Meetings
11:40 am – 12:10 pm CST
Stream Sessions
Supply Chain Management
Steve Radewych
SVP, Supply Chain Operations
Spin Master
Unlocking Enterprise Value Through ERP, Data Integration, and Digital Supply Chain Transformation
- Leading enterprise-wide supply chain transformation through ERP modernization and integrated digital platforms
- Connecting data across planning, sourcing, manufacturing, and logistics for real-time visibility and alignment
- Leveraging advanced analytics to automate decision-making and improve operational speed and accuracy
- Driving cross-functional integration to eliminate silos and enable scalable, data-driven execution models
- Enhancing global supply chain agility through digital tools that support responsiveness and resilience
- Aligning technology investments with business strategy to unlock measurable performance and financial outcomes
Process Optimization
Jason Ballard
VP, Supply Chain Digital Innovations
Toyota Motor North America
Reinventing Supply Chains Through Digital Innovation, Predictive Analytics, and Intelligent Decisioning
- Leveraging digital innovation to transform end-to-end supply chain visibility and responsiveness at scale
- Applying predictive analytics and demand sensing to improve planning accuracy and operational agility
- Integrating data, systems, and platforms to enable faster, real-time decision-making across global networks
- Driving customer-centric transformation across sales and supply chain through connected digital ecosystems
- Enhancing resilience by proactively identifying disruptions using AI-driven insights and scenario modelling
- Aligning digital strategy with operational performance, cost efficiency, and long-term enterprise value creation
Procurement and Sourcing
Transforming Strategic Sourcing Through Data-Driven Procurement and Supplier Collaboration Excellence
- Leveraging procurement analytics to improve sourcing visibility, supplier performance, and enterprise-wide cost optimization initiatives successfully
- Strengthening supplier collaboration through strategic partnerships supporting resilience, innovation, and long-term operational continuity objectives globally
- Aligning sourcing strategies with evolving business priorities, customer expectations, and organizational growth and profitability goals consistently
- Utilizing predictive insights and spend analytics to enhance procurement decision-making and operational efficiency across supply networks
- Building agile procurement frameworks capable of adapting quickly during disruption, shortages, and changing global market conditions
Technology & Innovation
Geoffrey Fry
VP, Supply Chain Management
Echostar
Integrating AI and Digital Platforms to Transform End to End Supply Chain Performance
- Leveraging AI driven platforms to enhance visibility, forecasting accuracy, and real time decision making
- Integrating procurement, planning, and logistics systems to create a unified digital supply chain ecosystem
- Driving operational efficiency through automation, analytics, and streamlined end to end processes
- Strengthening risk mitigation and resilience using predictive insights and proactive supply chain monitoring
- Aligning digital transformation initiatives with business strategy to deliver measurable financial and service outcomes
- Enabling cross functional collaboration through shared data platforms, governance, and performance management frameworks
Logistics
Marco Rasch
VP, Logistics Mobility Aftermarket North America
Bosch
Optimizing Aftermarket Supply Chains Through Advanced Planning And Service Level Excellence
- Enhancing demand and supply planning to improve service levels across complex aftermarket networks
- Aligning inventory strategies with customer expectations to ensure availability and reduce excess stock
- Streamlining planning processes to increase efficiency across multi country automotive aftermarket operations
- Leveraging analytics to improve forecasting accuracy and support proactive supply management decisions
- Integrating scheduling and fulfillment capabilities to drive responsiveness and operational consistency
- Building high performing planning teams to manage complexity across North American logistics networks
12:15 pm – 12:45 pm CST
Workshops
Room 1
Advancing Digital Supply Chains Through Data Integration and End-to-End Operational Visibility
- Connecting supply chain ecosystems through integrated platforms delivering real-time operational and performance visibility
- Utilizing advanced analytics to improve planning accuracy, inventory positioning, and enterprise-wide decision-making capabilities
- Eliminating silos between procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and fulfillment through synchronized digital workflows and processes
- Building scalable digital infrastructures supporting automation, collaboration, and continuous supply chain optimization initiatives
- Strengthening responsiveness and customer service through connected data, predictive insights, and operational transparency improvements
Room 2
Optimizing Inventory Management Through Forecasting, Visibility, and Operational Efficiency Improvements
- Improving inventory accuracy and replenishment strategies to balance service levels with operational cost reduction
- Leveraging forecasting and analytics tools to align inventory positioning with evolving customer demand patterns
- Reducing stockouts, excess inventory, and fulfillment delays through synchronized planning and operational visibility initiatives
- Enhancing collaboration across procurement, warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing to improve inventory performance outcomes
- Building agile inventory management frameworks capable of adapting quickly during disruption and market volatility periods
Room 3
Driving Procurement Transformation Through Analytics, Visibility, and Strategic Supplier Relationship Management
- Utilizing procurement analytics to identify savings opportunities, reduce risk exposure, and improve supplier performance outcomes consistently
- Enhancing procurement visibility across sourcing, contracts, and supplier operations through connected digital platforms and operational intelligence
- Strengthening supplier relationship management strategies supporting collaboration, accountability, and continuous enterprise-wide operational improvement initiatives
- Leveraging spend analytics and predictive forecasting to optimize sourcing decisions and improve procurement agility capabilities effectively
- Aligning procurement transformation initiatives with resilience, compliance, profitability, and long-term organizational growth objectives strategically
Room 4
Operationalizing AI Agents Across Supply Chain Planning, Execution, and Real-Time Orchestration Workflows
- Exploring how AI agents automate exception management, accelerate workflows, and streamline supply chain execution operations effectively
- Leveraging agentic AI systems to improve forecasting, inventory optimization, and transportation coordination across enterprise networks globally
- Integrating intelligent orchestration platforms with enterprise systems supporting scalability, responsiveness, and operational decision-making capabilities strategically
- Reducing operational complexity through connected data, predictive intelligence, and AI-powered workflow automation initiatives successfully implemented
- Building governance frameworks supporting trusted adoption of AI agents across dynamic, multi-party supply chain ecosystems globally
Room 5
Driving Distribution Excellence Through 3PL Partnerships and Integrated Logistics Collaboration Strategies
- Strengthening 3PL partnerships to improve operational flexibility, service performance, and enterprise-wide logistics execution capabilities
- Enhancing collaboration across distribution, transportation, and fulfillment operations through connected logistics management frameworks globally today
- Leveraging operational analytics to optimize third-party logistics performance and improve enterprise-wide supply chain responsiveness capabilities effectively
- Aligning outsourced logistics strategies with customer expectations, profitability goals, and long-term business growth objectives consistently achieved
- Building scalable logistics ecosystems supporting resilience, visibility, and continuous operational improvement across dynamic supply chain environments globally
12:50 pm – 1:50 pm CST
Lunch & Learn Roundtable Discussions and Open Seating Lunch
1:55 pm – 2:25 pm CST
Stream Sessions
Supply Chain Management
Joanna Kostecka
CVP, Global Cloud Supply Chain Planning
Microsoft
Building High Performing Global Planning Organizations For Future Ready Supply Chains
- Designing global operating models that enable agile and resilient supply chain planning organizations
- Developing and scaling diverse talent pipelines to support next generation supply chain capabilities
- Leading organizational change to embed integrated business planning and cross functional collaboration
- Navigating global regulatory environments and workforce complexities to drive operational excellence
- Establishing leadership frameworks that empower teams and improve enterprise wide decision making
- Fostering inclusive cultures that accelerate innovation and strengthen long term business performance
Process Optimization
Selena Delk
VP, Global MP&A
Fossil
Transforming Global Planning Through Integrated Demand Inventory And Assortment Optimization
- Integrating demand planning inventory allocation and assortment strategies to drive end to end performance
- Leveraging advanced forecasting tools to improve accuracy across complex global retail networks
- Optimizing inventory positioning to balance service levels margin performance and working capital efficiency
- Driving SKU rationalization initiatives to simplify assortments and improve operational execution
- Aligning planning processes with merchandising and distribution to enable faster decision making
- Building scalable planning capabilities that support growth across diverse channels and global markets
Procurement and Sourcing
Building Resilient Supplier Networks Through Collaboration, Oversight, and Strategic Governance Frameworks
- Strengthening supplier oversight programs to improve compliance, accountability, and operational transparency across global sourcing ecosystems effectively
- Developing collaborative supplier partnerships supporting innovation, responsiveness, and long-term business continuity during market disruption periods globally
- Leveraging governance frameworks and operational analytics to proactively identify supplier risks and performance improvement opportunities consistently
- Aligning supplier management strategies with enterprise objectives supporting resilience, profitability, and sustainable operational growth initiatives organization-wide
- Enhancing communication and visibility across procurement and supplier teams to strengthen coordination and execution reliability capabilities
Technology & Innovation
Alper Kulak
SVP, Supply Chain and Head of Operations Management
The Magnum Ice Cream Company
Reimagining Operations: Building Future-Fit Manufacturing Networks with Digital, Sustainability, and Speed
- Leveraging real time visibility and decision intelligence to improve responsiveness across manufacturing and supply chain operations
- Embedding sustainability by design, reducing waste while advancing operational efficiency and environmental performance
- Accelerating innovation to execution timelines, enabling faster commercialization and greater market responsiveness
- Building workforce capabilities through digital transformation, agile leadership, and cross functional collaboration initiatives
- Driving measurable improvements across service, cost, cash flow, resilience, and long term supply chain sustainability
Logistics
Strengthening Warehousing Operations Through Automation, Visibility, and Intelligent Fulfillment Strategies
- Leveraging warehouse automation technologies to improve fulfillment speed, inventory accuracy, and workforce productivity outcomes consistently achieved
- Enhancing operational visibility across warehousing activities through connected systems and real-time inventory management capabilities strategically deployed
- Optimizing fulfillment operations through intelligent workflows supporting scalability, responsiveness, and long-term operational efficiency improvements globally
- Integrating warehousing, transportation, and distribution strategies to strengthen coordination and execution reliability across supply networks effectively
- Building agile warehouse operations capable of adapting quickly during changing demand patterns and operational disruptions globally today
2:30 pm – 3:00 pm CST
Workshops
Room 1
Driving Supply Chain Excellence Through Strategic Planning, Forecasting, and Inventory Optimization
- Improving demand forecasting accuracy to better align inventory strategies with evolving customer and market requirements
- Balancing inventory, production capacity, and fulfillment priorities to maximize operational efficiency and service performance
- Enhancing planning collaboration across suppliers, operations, and distribution networks to minimize costly supply disruptions
- Leveraging predictive analytics and scenario modeling to support proactive, data-driven supply chain decision-making initiatives
- Reducing excess inventory and operational waste while maintaining flexibility during periods of uncertainty and rapid growth
Room 2
Driving Operational Excellence Through Continuous Improvement and Cross-Functional Process Optimization
- Implementing continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, eliminate waste, and improve operational performance outcomes
- Aligning cross-functional teams around standardized processes supporting scalability, agility, and enterprise-wide operational consistency goals
- Leveraging operational data and performance metrics to identify inefficiencies and accelerate process optimization initiatives successfully
- Strengthening collaboration between departments to improve responsiveness, execution reliability, and long-term business performance capabilities
- Building cultures focused on accountability, innovation, and sustainable operational excellence across complex supply chain environments
Room 3
Leveraging Spend Analytics and Network Optimization to Improve Procurement Performance Strategically
- Utilizing spend analytics to uncover procurement inefficiencies, optimize supplier strategies, and improve enterprise-wide financial performance outcomes
- Strengthening sourcing visibility through connected procurement data supporting faster, smarter, and more confident operational decision-making initiatives
- Leveraging network optimization tools to balance cost efficiency, resilience, and service performance across global supplier ecosystems strategically
- Enhancing procurement agility through predictive analytics, scenario modeling, and real-time operational intelligence capabilities successfully deployed
- Aligning procurement operations with enterprise transformation goals supporting scalability, profitability, and long-term competitive advantage initiatives
Room 4
Transforming Supply Chains Through Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and Intelligent Decision-Making Platforms
- Leveraging artificial intelligence to improve forecasting accuracy, operational agility, and enterprise-wide supply chain visibility capabilities
- Automating routine workflows through intelligent systems supporting faster execution and more responsive operational decision-making processes
- Integrating AI-driven insights across planning, sourcing, logistics, and fulfillment to strengthen organizational performance outcomes consistently
- Building scalable digital infrastructures enabling continuous innovation, operational resilience, and long-term supply chain transformation initiatives globally
- Aligning AI adoption strategies with customer expectations, profitability goals, and evolving enterprise growth priorities successfully achieved
Room 5
Transforming Transportation Operations Through Real-Time Visibility and Cost Optimization Initiatives Strategically
- Leveraging transportation management systems to improve shipment visibility, execution reliability, and enterprise-wide operational coordination capabilities
- Reducing freight costs through predictive analytics, route optimization, and intelligent transportation planning strategies effectively implemented globally
- Enhancing operational responsiveness through real-time tracking and connected logistics data supporting proactive decision-making initiatives organization-wide
- Strengthening collaboration between carriers, logistics providers, and operational teams to improve transportation performance outcomes consistently achieved
- Building resilient transportation networks capable of adapting quickly during disruption, shortages, and evolving customer service expectations globally
3:05 pm – 4:25 pm CST
Happy Hour, Networking, and Pre-Arranged 1-2-1 Meetings
4:30 pm – 5:00 pm CST
Sessions
Supply Chain Management
Creating Resilient Supply Chain Networks Through Risk Mitigation and Strategic Decision-Making
- Strengthening global supply chain resilience through proactive planning, visibility, and multi-tier supplier collaboration strategies
- Identifying emerging geopolitical, regulatory, and market risks impacting sourcing, logistics, and operational continuity objectives
- Leveraging digital tools and predictive analytics to improve disruption response and accelerate organizational decision-making processes
- Building adaptable supply chain frameworks capable of maintaining performance during volatility, shortages, and transportation challenges
- Aligning resilience initiatives with sustainability, customer expectations, and long-term enterprise growth and profitability goals
Process Optimization
Transforming Supply Chain Performance Through Strategic Change Management and Organizational Alignment
- Leading organizational transformation initiatives supporting operational agility, resilience, and enterprise-wide supply chain modernization objectives
- Aligning people, processes, and technologies to accelerate adoption of new operational and digital capabilities successfully
- Managing disruption effectively while maintaining customer service, operational continuity, and workforce engagement across evolving environments
- Building communication and leadership strategies strengthening collaboration, accountability, and cross-functional decision-making capabilities organization-wide
- Developing scalable frameworks supporting continuous adaptation during periods of market volatility and strategic business transformation
Procurement and Sourcing
Strengthening Risk Management Strategies Across Procurement, Sourcing, and Supplier Operations Globally
- Identifying sourcing vulnerabilities and operational risks impacting procurement continuity, supplier reliability, and business performance objectives strategically
- Leveraging predictive analytics and scenario planning to strengthen procurement resilience and accelerate disruption response capabilities organization-wide
- Building diversified sourcing strategies reducing dependency risks and improving operational flexibility during uncertain market conditions globally
- Enhancing supplier governance and compliance visibility to proactively address evolving geopolitical and regulatory challenges effectively managed
- Aligning procurement risk management initiatives with customer expectations, profitability goals, and long-term enterprise growth strategies consistently
Technology & Innovation
Accelerating Digital Transformation Through Connected Supply Chain Platforms and Intelligent Automation Capabilities
- Leveraging digital transformation initiatives to modernize operations and improve enterprise-wide supply chain responsiveness and scalability capabilities
- Integrating connected technologies across planning, sourcing, logistics, and fulfillment to eliminate operational silos and delays effectively
- Utilizing automation and predictive analytics to streamline workflows and strengthen organizational agility during disruption and volatility periods
- Building scalable digital ecosystems supporting continuous innovation, operational visibility, and long-term business performance improvements consistently achieved
- Aligning transformation strategies with customer expectations, profitability goals, and evolving enterprise growth and resilience priorities strategically
Logistics
Advancing Warehouse Design and Material Handling Through Intelligent Operational Innovation Strategies
- Optimizing warehouse design layouts to improve operational efficiency, scalability, and long-term fulfillment performance capabilities strategically implemented
- Leveraging advanced material handling technologies to streamline workflows and reduce manual operational inefficiencies across warehousing environments globally
- Enhancing inventory flow and execution reliability through connected systems supporting intelligent warehouse coordination capabilities effectively deployed
- Aligning facility design strategies with automation initiatives, workforce productivity, and evolving customer fulfillment expectations successfully achieved globally
- Building future-ready warehouse operations balancing agility, operational visibility, and sustainable long-term infrastructure growth objectives strategically
5:05 pm – 5:35 pm CST
Plenary
Enhancing Inventory Planning and Optimization Through Predictive Analytics and Integrated Decision-Making
- Leveraging predictive analytics to improve inventory planning accuracy and optimize enterprise-wide resource allocation strategies effectively
- Balancing customer demand, production schedules, and replenishment priorities to strengthen operational efficiency and responsiveness capabilities
- Integrating inventory planning across suppliers, manufacturing, logistics, and fulfillment to reduce operational silos and delays
- Utilizing scenario planning tools to proactively address disruptions, shortages, and fluctuations impacting inventory performance outcomes consistently
- Reducing carrying costs while maintaining service reliability through synchronized planning and data-driven operational decision-making processes
5:35 pm – 6:20 pm CST
Panel Discussion
Driving Next-Generation Supply Chains With Automation, Robotics, and AI Integration
- Integrating automation, robotics, and AI technologies to improve end-to-end supply chain execution and responsiveness
- Leveraging intelligent systems and predictive analytics to optimize warehousing, transportation, and fulfillment performance outcomes
- Balancing workforce transformation with automation strategies to strengthen productivity, scalability, and operational resilience capabilities
- Enhancing real-time visibility and decision-making through connected platforms, robotics, and AI-driven operational intelligence tools
- Building agile, future-ready supply chain networks capable of adapting quickly during disruption and evolving customer demand patterns
6:20 pm – 6:30 pm CST
Chair's Closing Remarks
Supply Chain Management
Process Optimization
Procurement and Sourcing
Technology & Innovation
Logistics
6:35 pm – 7:35 pm CST
