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63: Stop Asking for Advice, Ask for Access: Accelerating Your Supply Chain Career with Angela Dodd

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 growth, Angela emphasizes "ruthless prioritization," focusing only on the "needle-moving" KPIs that drive results while letting go of administrative noise. She challenges women to separate their identity from their job titles and to move away from constantly seeking feedback in favor of asking for access to new rooms and opportunities.
 
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
McKinsey & Co. | Women in the Workplace 2024
Females in Food | State of Industry Results 2025
 
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62: Going Global: Managing International Teams & Supply Chain Context with Kelly Beecher

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 product design. From managing high-stakes biotech "million-dollar molecules" to overseeing the unprecedented growth of stainless steel drinkware, she emphasizes that documentation and change control are non-negotiable for scalability.
Beyond the spreadsheets, Kelly reflects on the endurance required for both triathlons and leadership, her upcoming move to China with her young family, and the essential reminder that you must own your career path more thoughtfully than anyone else
 
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📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-marie-halloran/
 
💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Navigating Trade Uncertainty: The Top 5 Customs Issues Defining 2026
Retail Chargebacks Explained: The 7 Common Mistakes Suppliers Make
 
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61: Speed, Risk, and "Big Ass" Soaps: Agile Supply Chain Strategies with Billy Boren

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 complexities of plant closures to managing a 30% production loss after a factory fire, Billy emphasizes that success always comes back to one thing: the people.
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Supply Chain Risk Management: Large Corporations vs. SMEs
Building Trust with Your Manufacturing Workforce During Transformation
 
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60: Operationalizing Compassion in the Supply Chain with Chef Ann Ahmed

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 phone without seeing the kitchen to expanding her empire during the pandemic to revitalize her community. She opens up about the Laotian concept of "Oat-ton," her transition from a teacher to a "boss lady," and how she balances the rigid demands of business with the flexibility needed to thrive.
 
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💻Learn more about leadership and resilience here: 
"Leadership turmoil threatens supply chain resilience, Gartner survey finds"
 "Why better supply chain visibility is critical in 2025"
 
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59: Season 4 Kick Off

In this episode, we reflect on our journey through the past year, discussing achievements, challenges, and lessons learned. Emphasizing the importance of community, curiosity, and the human element in supply chains while looking forward to the upcoming season and new initiatives.
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58: From Firefighting to AI: Transforming the Supply Chain with Carolina de la Paz

In this episode, we sit down with Carolina De La Paz, a 16-year veteran at Lenovo and the founder of the Women Enhancing Logistics (WEL) program. Carolina shares her journey from "the jungle" of Latin American operations to leading global network transformation. We dive deep into how she is practically applying Artificial Intelligence to create an intelligent supply chain, the importance of finding a higher purpose in day-to-day tasks, and why successful careers are built on consistency rather than just fleeting motivation.
Keywords: supply chain, logistics, women in business, mentorship, AI in operations, project management, career development, intrapreneurship, network transformation, Lenovo
 
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57: The Power of Supply Chain: A Global Perspective with Sofia Rivas Herrera

In this engaging conversation, Sofia Rivas Herrera shares her journey from a curious child in Guadalajara, Mexico, to a passionate advocate for supply chain management. She discusses the importance of creativity in engineering, her experiences in the supply chain industry, and her mission to amplify Latin voices. The conversation also touches on the significance of storytelling, cultural nuances in global teams, and the challenges women face in taking up space and building confidence in their careers.
Keywords: supply chain, Latin voices, storytelling, confidence, cultural nuances, engineering, creativity, women in STEM, global teams, problem-solving
 
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56: Business First Supply Chain Strategy with John Church

This week, we welcome John Church, a leader whose career spans more than three decades at General Mills, where he helped guide everything from product development to global supply chain strategy. John is known for his servant leadership style, his ability to connect business agendas with operational execution, and his wisdom in mentoring the next generation of leaders. 
In this conversation, John reflects on his journey from developing multigrain Cheerios to leading massive integrations like the Pillsbury acquisition, and ultimately serving as Chief Supply Chain Officer. He shares how the basics of supply chain still hold true even as technology and speed change, why servant leadership is essential, and how his transition into board leadership has given him a new perspective on guiding organizations.
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55: Network Transformation in Supply Chain with Erin Mitchell

This week, we welcome Erin Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer of YMX Logistics. Erin describes herself as a logistics and operations nerd, someone who thrives at the intersection of people, technology, and supply chain. Erin spent over two decades at Kraft Heinz, leading major transformation projects, overseeing logistics operations, and even spearheading the design and execution of an automated Mega Distribution Center.
After building her career inside one of the world’s largest consumer packaged goods companies, Erin made the bold decision to step into the unknown. Leaving the comfort of a global enterprise to become employee number two at a startup. 
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54: Gratitude in Supply Chain with Courtney and Katie

This short and sweet episode is a reminder that gratitude doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re leading a team, supporting colleagues, or simply connecting with friends and family, appreciation is free and powerful.
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