She Supply Chains

In this episode we sit down with Rachel Schwalbach, Vice President of ESG at C.H. Robinson, to discuss her transition from the nonprofit sector to global corporate logistics. Rachel shares how C.H. Robinson leverages its massive network of 450,000 contract carriers to tackle Scope 3 emissions, which account for over 99% of the company's total carbon footprint. She emphasizes that driving sustainab...

In this episode, we sit down with global sustainability leader Sheri Hinish, the "Supply Chain Queen," to discuss her journey from a first-generation college student to advising Fortune 500 brands and governments. Grounded in her perspective as a working mother, Sheri breaks down why supply chains are the operating system of civilization—shaping everything from who has food and clean water to how...

In this episode, we sit down with Diya Wynn, a public policy leader and Responsible AI champion, to unpack the critical intersection of artificial intelligence and supply chain management. Inspired by her personal mission as a mother and her three-decade career in emerging technologies, Diya explains how "Responsible AI" is fundamentally about managing risk and operationalizing ethics across peopl...

In this episode, we continue our Summer Learning AI series with an incredible guest: Angie Westbrock, the CEO of Standard AI. Bringing a refreshing, non-traditional career trajectory to the table—spanning major roles at Anheuser-Busch, HelloFresh, and Lyft—Angie breaks down exactly how computer vision and machine learning are revolutionizing the physical supply chain. If phrases like "artificial i...

This episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast officially kicks off the "Summer School Series" with a deep dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence. We welcome Michelle McBride, the Head of Product for Envoy AI, to separate flashy AI marketing from real-world logistics value. With over two decades of industry experience, Michelle shares her front-row perspective on the evolution of transporta...

This episode kicks off our summer series, focusing on how AI and sustainability are transforming supply chain management. Hear all about upcoming guest experts, practical insights, and opportunities for young professionals to get involved.   ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK:...

In this episode Cheryl Bethune, a global HR executive and leadership veteran, reveals how her journey from engineering to top-tier talent strategy has shaped her approach to leading in diverse and complex environments. You'll discover her unique perspective on leveraging systems thinking in HR, understanding the importance of frontline leaders, and harnessing the power of learning agility and emot...

In this special episode of She Supply Chains, host Katie's kids Virginia and Lou take over the microphone to ask questions about supply chain, leadership, mistakes, and future plans, all in the spirit of Mother's Day. A playful yet insightful discussion that reveals lessons from careers and aspirations.   ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAG...

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, VP of Product Management at Redzone Blake Strickland joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss the transformative power of connected worker technology in manufacturing. Blake recounts her journey from a chemical engineering student at Ohio State to an industry leader, highlighting how digital tools and real-time data can empower the frontline, redu...

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, we sit down with Jodi Mayers, a former corporate executive turned professional stylist. Jodi shares her journey from human resources and consulting at giants like Wells Fargo and Cargill to founding her own wardrobing service. We explore how she uses her corporate background to help women view their wardrobes not as a vanity, but as a strategic bus...

This episode of She Supply Chains features Sharron and Trea Northern, a dynamic duo who have navigated over two decades in the industry as a dual-career couple. Throughout their journey across Missouri, Tennessee, and Texas, the Northerns explain that their success is rooted in a fundamental commitment to partnership and alignment, which included intentionally deciding whose career would take the...

Innovation in supply chain is the core focus of today's conversation. Courtney and Katie sit down with Veena Radhakrishna, the Co-Founder and Head of Software at Cartesian Kinetics, to discuss how her team builds robotics specifically for warehouses. The discussion explores the challenges of automating legacy (brownfield) warehouses, which represent 80% of existing facilities. These sites are ofte...

Supply chain leadership meets community impact in this episode. We are joined by Toni Scott, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Second Harvest Heartland, who shares her journey from a 20-year career at General Mills to leading one of the nation's largest hunger-relief organizations.  Toni Scott describes the supply chain as a complex, end-to-end "puzzle". This problem-solving mindset is now applied to...

This episode explores the supply chain and sustainability. Julie Johnson, the owner and winemaker of Tres Sabores, shares her story of moving to Napa in 1980 and building a winery based on "love and osmosis". She discusses the "three flavors" in every glass: the vine, the terroir, and good company. The conversation dives deep into the heart of authentic winemaking, exploring how Julie honors the d...

This week we are thrilled to welcome Jim Wetzel, a true supply chain expert and "constructive disruptor". Jim’s journey spans from his start as a sheet metal worker to leading digital transformation as the former CEO of the Smart Manufacturing Innovation Institute. He spent over three decades at General Mills in roles that often didn't even exist before he stepped into them. Today, we’re diving in...

In this episode of the She Supply Chains podcast, we dive into the world of supply chain strategy with Manika Bhargava, the Director of Integrated Supply Chain at Dow. Manika shares her journey from being one of only eight people in her MBA class to major in supply chain to leading a global team in Mumbai that acts as a strategic "Global Capability Center" (GCC) for Dow. The discussion explores ho...

This conversation highlights major career transitions: Katie has returned to manufacturing and engineering at General Mills after 15 years, while Courtney celebrates six months at 3M. We dive into the realities of "supply chain complexity," discussing the need to move away from the "tyranny of the urgent" toward long-term resiliency and architectural efficiency. Finally, in honor of Women’s Histor...

In this episode, Maria Villablanca, a prominent supply chain influencer and CEO, explains why 90% of transformations fail. As the co-founder of Future Insights Network and host of the Transform Talks podcast, she brings insights from over 200 interviews with global executives. Maria identifies the root cause of failure as a neglect of the human element and a lack of a clear "why" behind the change...

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Kristy Ryan, Chief Operating Officer at Move for Hunger, breaks down how she transitioned from a diverse background in insurance into the world of logistics. She describes Move for Hunger as a logistics nonprofit that views waste and inefficiencies as underutilized capacity rather than failures. A major focus of the conversation is the "Charity Fre...

In this special "Kidsode," our host Courtney is put in the hot seat by a very special guest interviewer: her daughter, Harper! They dive into the "why" behind the podcast, the hurdles of starting something new, and what it feels like to find your voice in a male-dominated industry.   💵 Arise Financial Check out Arise Financial Coaching and their Financial Goal Accelerator program, and let them kn...

In this episode of She Supply Chains, we go behind the scenes of the furniture industry. Guest Megan Fischer, COO of Sundays, Moe's Home Collection, and Hetta, discusses her fascinating transition from the fast-paced world of fashion at Aritzia to the high-stakes, "big and bulky" world of furniture logistics. Megan shares how she applies a "grid thinker" mindset to disorganized spaces, her strateg...

In this episode of She Supply Chains, we sit down with Angela Dodd, founder of Females in Food and a 20-year veteran of the food and beverage industry. From her beginnings as a bakery scientist to becoming a commercial sales leader, Angela shares her philosophy on "creating your own recipe" and advocates for a stronger bench of women leaders across the global supply chain. To accelerate career gro...

In this episode, we sit down with Kelly Beecher, a leader in supply chain and the VP of Operations at Reduce, to explore the intersection of technical discipline and global leadership. Kelly shares how her background as a licensed customs broker and former internal auditor allows her to identify "red flag" process gaps and utilize "tariff engineering" to optimize duty rates through strategic produ...

In this episode, Billy Boren, VP of Supply Chain at Duke Cannon, joins the She Supply Chains podcast to discuss the stark differences between operating in a global conglomerate like General Mills versus a nimble, high-growth brand. Billy shares his "Hero, Hardship, and Highlight" story, offering a vulnerable look at how personal adversity shaped his leadership style. From navigating the complexiti...

Chef Ann Ahmed joins us to discuss supply chain leadership and the power of resilience. In this special on-location episode recorded at Khâluna, the acclaimed chef-owner of Lat 14, Lemon Grass, and Gai Noi sits down to discuss how she operationalizes compassion and navigates risk in the high-pressure culinary world. Chef Ann shares her incredible journey, from buying her first restaurant over the...