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50: 26.2 Brew and Beyond: Shelley Smith with Leadership Lessons from the Brewing Supply Chain

This week, we welcome Shelley Smith, Senior R&D and Lab Operations leader at Boston Beer Company, a chemical engineer turned brewer, one of only 28 Master Cicerones in the world, and the creator of the marathon-inspired 26.2 brew.
Shelley walks us through how a new beer goes from idea to shelf, the surprising upstream supply-chain constraints that shape production, and the R&D tactics her team uses to test quickly and scale thoughtfully. We talk yeast and flavor, the booming extremes in beer (high-alcohol flavor bombs and sophisticated non-alcoholic options), leadership lessons from long study hours to asking for help, and practical advice for founders on getting scrappy without over-scaling. 
 
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
IFT: Scaling Up - The Intersection of Food Science and Brewing Operations
IWSR: The Evolution of No- and Low-Alcohol Transitions in Craft Brewing
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49: Simone Hardeman-Jones: How to Build Trust and Resilience with Stakeholders in the Community Supply Chain

Supply chain for social impact is the focus as we welcome Simone Hardeman-Jones, a policy expert and the founding Executive Director of GreenLight Fund Twin Cities. From her time on Capitol Hill and in the Obama Administration to her current mission of transforming communities through locally driven change, Simone shares her journey of leadership and humility. This conversation highlights how listening to community voices creates the most efficient "delivery system" for lasting social impact.
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Stanford Social Innovation Review: Using Venture Philanthropy to Scale What Works
Nonprofit Quarterly: The Power of Proximity in Social Justice Leadership
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48: Fail Fast, Pivot Faster: A Supply Chain Conversation with Carly Gunby

Building a career in the supply chain and freight tech sector is our focus as we welcome Carly Gunby, VP of Revenue at Transfix. From her beginnings as an Art History major to her current leadership role in a high-growth technology firm, Carly shares a powerful perspective on navigating this ever-changing field. Her journey highlights the importance of problem-solving, resilience, and a people-centered approach, proving that confidence and curiosity are the ultimate tools for mastering the human side of logistics.
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
FreightWaves: The Human Element in Digital Freight Brokerage
Supply Chain Dive: Why the Next Generation of Logistics Leaders Won't All Have Supply Chain Degrees
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47: The Trade Nerd's Triumph: Amy Morgan on the Power of Compliance Intelligence in Supply Chain

This week, we welcome Amy Morgan, a licensed U.S. customs broker and global trade compliance leader who has worked at powerhouse companies like Nordstrom, Costco, and Amazon, and is now driving innovation at AI tech startup Altana. From navigating tariffs and sanctions to building resilient supply chains, Amy has lived through and helped shape some of the biggest moments in global trade over the past 25 years. In this episode, she shares her journey, her passion for turning compliance into strategy, and how curiosity, backbone, and service guide her leadership. You might find yourself wanting to be a trade nerd by the end of this conversation!
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46: The Future of Supply Chain and Navigating the Ecosystem with Regenia Sanders

This week, we welcome Regenia R. Sanders, Managing Partner at Ernst & Young in Atlanta and a supply chain leader with more than 25 years of experience driving transformation across industries. From her unconventional path into supply chain to leading regional practices at Accenture and EY, Regenia has seen firsthand how technology, analytics, and resilience are reshaping the field. Beyond her professional impact, she’s passionate about mentorship, community, and even building her own wine expertise. 
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45: 1 Year Anniversary!

In this live episode celebrating the one-year anniversary of the She Supply Chains podcast, we reflect on our journey, share milestones, and engage with our audience. We discuss favorite moments, insights gained from guests, and the importance of community. The episode also highlights future aspirations, including growth and new initiatives.
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44: The Anti-Fragile Supply Chain with Anna McGovern

This week, we welcome Anna McGovern, a consultant and author with over 35 years of experience across manufacturing, CPG, private equity, nonprofit, and now her own firm, Pondview Consulting. From her early days in material planning to leading global procurement at Unilever, Anna’s journey is packed with lessons in resilience, negotiation, and strategic partnerships. She’s here to share how she helps companies “find the money,” turn chaos into competitive advantage, and build supplier relationships that actually drive innovation. She’s also the founder of the Source to Shelf happy hour, a global community of supply chain pros who know how to collaborate and have fun. Let’s dive in.
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43: Supply Chain in a VUCA World: Priscilla Burke on Risk, Resilience, and Relationships

This week, we welcome Priscilla Burke, head of supplier risk management at Stanley Black & Decker and a passionate advocate for resilient and responsible sourcing practices. From growing up in Barbados to navigating supply chain disruptions along the US-Mexico border, Priscilla’s journey is anything but linear. She shares how curiosity and strategic pivots helped her lead a high-stakes risk management team through COVID and beyond. You’ll hear about her ESG framework that won an award at Stanley Black & Decker, the human-centered philosophy behind her BISCO value system, and why she believes decision-making paralysis might be the quietest leadership killer of all.
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42: Equity in Action: Mikisha Nation on Reimagining the Education Supply Chain

This week, we welcome Mikisha Nation, Executive Director of Teach For America Twin Cities, a national non-profit organization that believes all students should have the opportunity to attain an excellent education. Mikisha is a dynamic leader whose journey from Jamaica to the U.S. shaped her passion for educational equity. From her early experiences in Bridgeport, Connecticut to her work in the federal government, corporate America, and now nonprofit leadership, Mikisha brings a rich perspective on what it takes to reimagine education for all students. Whether you're in supply chain, STEM, or simply passionate about community impact, this conversation will leave you inspired and ready to take action.
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41: Operations with Purpose: Batala McFarlane's Blueprint for Non-Profit Impact

As part of our series highlighting non-profit organizations in the Twin Cities, this week, we welcome Batala McFarlane, executive director of Friends of the Children Twin Cities. She’s not just a leader, she’s a visionary who transitioned from a 25-year career in media, helming a family-owned newspaper, to spearheading an innovative mentoring nonprofit.
Batala discusses the profound impact of 12-year mentorships for youth facing systemic barriers, and how investing in people—from paid mentors to partners—creates a resilient, impactful supply chain of care. You’ll hear about her passion for literacy, leadership development, and how creating space for rest, joy, and authenticity builds healthier communities.
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