She Supply Chains

24: Chicago Roots & Global Supply Chain Routes: Cindy Cochovity's Supply Chain Journey

This week, we welcome Cindy Cochovity, Chief Commercial Officer at FreightPath. She shares her journey from growing up in Chicago to becoming a leader in the supply chain industry. She discusses her educational experiences, career transitions, and the challenges faced in both large and tech-first companies. Cindy emphasizes the importance of adapting education for the next generation and reflects on the significant changes in the industry, particularly due to COVID-19. In this conversation, Cindy discusses the transformative impact of technology on work dynamics, particularly in the logistics industry. She emphasizes the importance of innovative business strategies and the integration of AI in future initiatives. Cindy shares valuable leadership lessons from her career, highlighting the significance of kindness and networking for upcoming supply chain leaders. 
 
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Supply Chain Dive - How AI and Automation Are Redefining Digital Freight Brokerage
Inc. Magazine - Why Kindness and Emotional Intelligence Are Crucial Leadership Traits in Tech
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23: Supply Chain Entrepreneurship: Solving Real-World Problems with Sarah Hamer and Elle Smyth

This week, we welcome Sarah and Elle, co-founders of Retail Ready, to discuss their journey from corporate careers to launching their own startup in the supply chain space. They share insights on their backgrounds, the challenges they faced, and the innovative solutions they are developing to streamline retail compliance. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration, creativity, and the evolving landscape of supply chain management. Elle and Sarah discuss their innovative approach to supply chain management using AI, their transformative experience at Y Combinator, and the importance of community and support in entrepreneurship. They reflect on their growth, the challenges they face in the retail supply chain, and the inspiration that drives them as co-founders. Their journey highlights the significance of following one's intuition and the unexpected discoveries made in their partnership.
 
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
TechCrunch - Leveraging AI to Solve Retail Compliance and Vendor Friction
Sourcing Journal - The Modern Landscape of Retail Compliance and Logistics
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22: Cross-Functional Supply Chain Collaboration: Building Bridges with Jaimie Hortsman

This week, we welcome Jaimie Horstman, a Senior Supply Chain Planning and Operations leader with 24 years of end-to-end experience at Procter & Gamble. Jaimie shares her journey as a supply chain leader at P&G, discussing her personal and professional life, the importance of data visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI, and the role of AI in modern supply chain management. She emphasizes the significance of cross-functional collaboration and building relationships within teams to drive success in the supply chain industry. She shares her insights on building competitive advantages in supply chain management, the importance of effective communication in a global workforce, and the strategies she employed to reinvent communication platforms. She discusses the significance of grit in overcoming challenges, adapting leadership styles, and the lessons learned from personal hardships. 
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here:
Consumer Goods Technology - How P&G and FMCG Giants Leverage AI for Demand Planning
IndustryWeek - The Role of Grit and Resilient Leadership in Modern Manufacturing
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21: Supply Chain From Idea to Shelf: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Product Launches with Deidra Willis

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Deidra Willis, Senior Program Manager at King's Hawaiian, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss how to successfully bridge the gap between creative product innovation and structured execution. Drawing on her extensive background in engineering and business, Deidra breaks down how to balance bold creativity with disciplined project management to ensure flawless product launches while maintaining maximum operational efficiency.
She shares masterclass insights on the strategic role of Project Management Offices (PMOs), explaining how to secure vital leadership buy-in and harness automation on the manufacturing floor. Deidra also dives into the realities of modern workforce upskilling, the immense value of an MBA in accelerating leadership development, and how to build high-performing, diverse teams. Beyond the logistics, she offers powerful advice for women breaking into the supply chain field and reflects on how her personal passions and love for travel keep her inspired and grounded.
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Food Engineering Magazine - Automation and Workforce Upskilling Trends in Food Production
IndustryWeek - Balancing Agility and Standardization in CPG Product Launches
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20: Customer-Centric Supply Chains: Beyond the Metrics with Elsy Ocejo

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Elsy Ocejo, Vice President of Supply Chain at ILLES Foods, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss what it takes to oversee end-to-end operational processes inside a dynamic, family-owned business. Elsy breaks down the unique challenges and rewarding opportunities that come with private ownership, highlighting why driving internal partnerships and maintaining customer-centric strategies are the ultimate keys to modern supply chain innovation.
She dives deep into the digital side of logistics, emphasizing the foundational need for clean, reliable data before successfully leveraging advanced technologies like AI on the warehouse floor. Drawing on her extensive experience in global trade compliance, Elsy also shares essential insights on the absolute necessity of staying globally aware, navigating cross-border complexities, and building macro-resilience in an unpredictable international market.
 
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Supply Chain Brain - Why Clean Data is the Critical Foundation for AI Deployment
International Trade Administration - Navigating Global Trade Compliance and Risk Management
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19: Dana Craven's Four A's of Demand Planning in Supply Chain: Accuracy, Alignment, Accountability, and Actionability

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Dana Craven, the Senior Director of Demand Planning at Post Consumer Brands, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss how modern forecasting models are shifting to meet volatile consumer markets. Drawing on her background in Supply Chain and Marketing from Iowa State University, Dana reflects on her impressive career across the CPG and tech hardware industries—spanning everything from manufacturing and category management to product development, demand planning, and supply planning.
Dana highlights the critical need for deeply integrated cross-functional teams and a robust contingency planning mindset to adapt swiftly to rapid disruptions in supply and demand networks. She shares her insights on where the future of predictive forecasting is headed, what it takes to smoothly adapt to entirely new corporate cultures, and how embracing the unexpected twists in her career journey helped her become a more agile leader.
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Supply Chain Digital - Developing Agile Contingency Plans for Demand Volatility
Consumer Goods Technology - Modern Demand Planning Trends in CPG and Electronics
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18: Global Supply Chain Dynamics: An India Perspective with Sharmishtha Niyogi

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Sharmishtha Niyogi, Supply Chain Director at Merck Group, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss what it takes to drive efficiency across complex global networks. With over 20 years of experience at industry giants like Tata Cummins, PepsiCo, and Rockwell Automation, Sharmishtha breaks down the critical roles of demand and supply planning, advanced inventory management, and digital transformation in modern logistics.
She shares valuable insights on why continuous innovation is vital for survival, especially within the context of India's rapidly evolving and fast-paced market. Sharmishtha emphasizes the delicate balance between adopting cutting-edge technology and nurturing the human element to ensure project success. Additionally, in celebration of Women's History Month, she reflects on her passion for mentoring the next generation, her advocacy for corporate sustainability, and how her unique perspective as a spiritual healer grounds her leadership style.
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here:
Supply Chain Management Review - Balancing Technology and the Human Element in Automation
Economic Times Retail - The Rapid Evolution of India's Logistics and Supply Chain Landscape
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17: Supply Chain Leadership & Navigating Change: Reframing Your Mindset with Angelique Obiri

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Angelique Obiri, a Transformational Leadership Coach, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to break down the critical development areas needed for modern supply chain leaders. Angelique dives into the foundational leadership disciplines required to thrive in a high-pressure industry, highlighting the power of self-awareness, authentic confidence, and genuine human connection.
She explores actionable strategies for navigating complex organizational change and building high-performing, resilient teams by leading with clear intention. Angelique also explains why storytelling is a vital skill in supply chain management, offering techniques on how to translate technical operational data into compelling, effective messages that gain stakeholder buy-in. Finally, she shares valuable advice on fostering personal and professional growth, giving listeners practical tips on how to continuously learn, evolve, and step into their full leadership potential.
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: * Forbes - Why Storytelling Is a Essential Skill for Supply Chain Leaders
Fast Company - The Core Leadership Disciplines Needed to Navigate Corporate Change
Training Industry - Strategies for Building and Sustaining High-Performing Teams
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16: From Supply Chain to Sales, Leslie Marshall's Supply Chain Career Evolution

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Leslie Marshall, National Account Sales Manager at Atlas Copco, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss what it takes to successfully bridge the gap between technical operations and commercial strategy. Leslie reflects on her extensive experience across engineering and supply chain, pulling back the curtain on the unique mental and professional hurdles she faced when making the bold transition into industrial sales.
She breaks down why deep technical expertise and strategic thinking are non-negotiable for driving innovation within modern engineering roles, and why thorough preparation is the ultimate foundation for every high-stakes negotiation. Leslie also delivers essential advice for young professionals entering the industrial sector, highlighting how embracing professional discomfort and prioritizing cross-functional collaboration serves as the ultimate catalyst for accelerated career growth.
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Supply Chain Digital - Bridging the Gap Between Engineering and Commercial Logistics
IndustryWeek - Why Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone Accelerates Leadership Growth
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15: Navigating the Future of Logistics and Supply Chain with Camille Blake

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Camille Blake, Senior Performance Manager at Amazon and founder of the Sistah Sips Society, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to break down the operational complexities of modern logistics. Camille discusses the high-stakes challenges of balancing daily efficiency with continuous improvement strategies across fast-paced warehousing and transportation networks.
She shares her excitement for the future of logistics, exploring how cutting-edge advancements like robotics, data analytics, autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles, and green warehousing practices are reshaping the global fulfillment footprint. Speaking directly to women of color navigating the supply chain industry, Camille delivers an empowering message to "do it scared," remain open to strategic mentorship, and bloom where you are planted. Finally, she opens up about her personal passion for wine, detailing how she launched her own wine community and her future vision to merge logistics expertise with the wine industry.
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
GreenBiz - The Shift Toward Green Warehousing and Electric Fleet Logistics
Wine Business Monthly - Navigating the Complexities of the Global Wine Supply Chain
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