She Supply Chains

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Evelyn Watson, the Senior Director for Continuous Improvement at Perdue Farms, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss what it takes to build a sustainable culture of operational excellence. Evelyn breaks down her strategy for developing operational metrics that are specific, relative, and actionable, sharing real-world examples of how continuous improvement (CI) frameworks uncover highly innovative solutions on the manufacturing floor.
She dives into the future of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and CI, exploring how the strategic integration of AI and robotics is changing frontline operations. Beyond the machinery, Evelyn advocates for the power of continuous learning and leveraging a deep diversity of thought and experience within teams. She also leaves listeners with an essential reminder on leadership sustainability, sharing her personal insights on how to balance high-stakes corporate goals while firmly prioritizing personal and family life.
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Automation World - The Integration of AI and Robotics in Modern Food Processing
Industry Today - Designing Actionable KPIs for Frontline Operational Excellence
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In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Liz Raman-Grubbs, creator of Supply Chain Gals, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss what it takes to thrive as a modern operations professional. Liz shares her journey behind building a vibrant global community that empowers over 20,000 women with the tools and resources to crush their supply chain careers. As an industry content creator with an audience of over 170,000 followers, she brings her trademark honesty and relatability to the conversation, pulling back the curtain on her own day-to-day role as a Senior Category Merchant in the tech sector.
She dives into the technical side of procurement, highlighting the critical role data analytics plays in making high-stakes sourcing decisions. Liz also opens up about the realities of navigating complex corporate cultures, sharing personal stories about overcoming imposter syndrome and fostering genuine self-growth. Her insights deliver an empowering playbook for women looking to take ownership of their career paths and step into impactful supply chain leadership roles.
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Harvard Business Review - How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome in High-Performance Tech Careers
Procurement Magazine - Navigating Corporate Culture and Vendor Relations in Tech Procurement
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In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Maryn Weimer, the Chief Strategy Officer for Spencer Research, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to pull back the curtain on what it takes to build a truly resilient operational roadmap. Maryn reflects on her diverse supply chain career journey—sharing how her deep roots in maintenance and reliability, academia, and market research have uniquely shaped her approach to corporate development.
Maryn maps out her framework for building impactful, long-term strategies, emphasizing that true organizational alignment requires setting an undeniable direction, actively involving cross-functional teams in the creation process, and relentlessly over-communicating the vision. Beyond the data points, she advocates for leading with radical empathy and understanding, encouraging professionals to step away from limiting beliefs, seek affirmation from within, and confidently bring their authentic selves to work every day.
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Harvard Business Review - The Art of Over-Communicating Your Corporate Strategy
Supply Chain Management Review - Why Maintenance, Reliability, and Data Drive Long-Term Resilience
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In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Sousan Ortega, the Senior Vice President of Field Operations at Target, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to take us behind the scenes of one of the world's largest retail networks. Sousan reflects on her extensive career journey, breaking down the massive operational complexities of managing vast field networks and explaining why structural resilience is the ultimate requirement when navigating modern market disruptions.
She shares her perspective on rapidly shifting retail consumer expectations, diving into how Target leverages cutting-edge AI and advanced automation to supercharge frontline efficiency. Sousan discusses the critical logistics of fostering a culture of high engagement and strict accountability across a massive, diverse workforce, emphasizing why crystal-clear communication and tight team alignment are non-negotiable. Finally, she opens up about her personal journey as a new mother navigating a male-dominated corporate environment, sharing powerful lessons on the necessity of self-advocacy and defining your own path to success.
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Supply Chain Dive - How Big-Box Retailers Utilize AI and Automation in Field Operations
Harvard Business Review - Fostering Accountability and Alignment in Large-Scale Distributed Teams
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