She Supply Chains

14: Fostering a Supply Chain Culture of Continuous Improvement with Evelyn Watson

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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13: Building Supply Chain Community and Careers: A Conversation with Liz Raman-Grubbs of Supply Chain Gals

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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🌐 Join the Community | Supply Chain Gals 
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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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12: Supply Chain Strategy and Finding Your Authentic Self with Maryn Weimer

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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11: Leading with Humanity in Supply Chain: Sousan Ortega on Culture, Communication, and Diversity in Supply Chain

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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10: Season 2 Kick Off: Supply Chain Reflections and What's Ahead with Courtney and Katie

Welcome to the premiere of Season 2 of the She Supply Chains Podcast! Hosts Katie and Courtney are officially back and kicking things off with a special look back at their incredible journey through Season 1. In this episode, they reflect on the most impactful supply chain insights, operational strategy breakdowns, and leadership gems dropped by their powerhouse roster of first-season guests.
But that's not all—the co-hosts are pulling back the curtain on their big plans for the show's next chapter. Get ready for an elevated listening experience because Season 2 is introducing weekly episode drops to keep your industry knowledge sharp, alongside the launch of a brand-new, resource-packed website designed to better connect and empower the global supply chain community.
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Supply Chain Digital - Top Global Supply Chain Management Trends to Watch This Year
Harvard Business Review - The Power of Community and Networking for Modern Professionals
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9: Supply Chain Career Coaching: Negotiate Your Compensation with Leah Murphy

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Leah Murphy, executive coach and bestselling author, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to share her journey from supply chain engineer to high-impact entrepreneur. Leah describes herself as a personal trainer for careers, helping individuals navigate their professional paths, master strategic planning, and embrace calculated risk-taking. As the President of Career Gems for the Journey, a boutique consultancy, she is on a mission to empower professionals to build thriving careers by leveraging core skills refined on the manufacturing floor, such as decisive negotiation and rapid problem-solving.
Leah dives deep into the art of corporate advancement, drawing on her book on salary negotiation and outlining her ambitious goal to help 10,000 women learn how to successfully negotiate for better compensation. She also highlights her work as the co-host of the Career Gems for the Journey podcast, where she shares authentic stories of career wins and hard-earned lessons. Whether you are looking to pivot industries or secure your next promotion, Leah offers an essential operational framework for taking control of your professional worth.
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Forbes - Why Engineering and Supply Chain Backgrounds Make Excellent Entrepreneurs
Society for Human Resource Management - The Growing Importance of Career Coaching and Mentorship
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8: Mindfulness in Supply Chain: Finding Peace in the Chaos with Jenn Tracy

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Jenn Tracy, the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Caulipower, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss how mindfulness and rapid execution collide in the fast-paced food industry. Jenn reflects on her extensive professional background in operations, breaking down what it takes to build true organizational resilience within a high-growth startup environment where fast, decisive decision-making is a daily requirement.
Jenn also opens up about her personal passion as a breathwork coach, sharing how intentional breathing practices help her find internal peace, manage stress, and maintain razor-sharp focus amidst the chaotic demands of global supply chains and everyday personal life. Looking ahead, she shares her vision for how the role of the modern operational leader must evolve—emphasizing the critical need for a broader, cross-functional understanding of corporate ecosystems and the strategic integration of emerging AI technologies to optimize tomorrow's fulfillment networks.
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Supply Chain Brain - The Critical Need for Rapid Decision-Making in Startup Logistics
Harvard Business Review - How Mindfulness and Breathwork Cultivate Resilient Corporate Leaders
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7: Manufacturing & Supply Chain Evolution: Leadership Insights from Ronda McKnight

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Ronda McKnight, Site Director at Mars, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to dive deep into the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of modern food manufacturing. Ronda takes on the industry head-first, busting common misconceptions about manufacturing plant floors and exploring the massive impact that advanced automation and technology are having on day-to-day operations.
She shares her forward-thinking perspective on the future of the industrial workforce, discussing the game-changing role that AI is playing in optimizing line efficiency and predictive maintenance. Ronda opens up about the daily challenges and immense rewards of managing a major manufacturing facility, highlighting her personal love for coaching and developing talent on her teams. Finally, she shares how her lifelong passion for travel inspired her to launch her own passion project, The Wright Getaway, proving how operational leaders can successfully channel their logistics skills into entrepreneurial ventures outside the corporate office.
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Automation World - How AI and Robotics Are Transforming Modern Food Plants
IndustryWeek - Myth-Busting the Modern Manufacturing Floor for Future Talent
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6: Driving Supply Chain Efficiency: Creating a Positive Impact with Samhita Pennathur

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Samhita Pennathur, a seasoned manufacturing and supply chain professional, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to map out her impressive career pivot from pure engineering to operational excellence. Samhita breaks down why robust problem-solving frameworks are the bedrock of any successful manufacturing floor, and how optimizing processes requires a balance of data-driven strategy and hands-on execution.
She dives into the vital role women play in shaping modern logistics networks, weighing in on the tangible value of pursuing an MBA to accelerate upward mobility in the corporate arena. Samhita advocates passionately for building genuinely inclusive workplace environments, emphasizing that while technical expertise gets you a seat at the table, it is mastery of soft skills—like empathy, active listening, and cross-functional communication—that allows leaders to successfully navigate and unite highly diverse teams.
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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: * Supply Chain Management Review - The Growing Shift from Engineering to Operational Excellence
Harvard Business Review - Why Soft Skills Are the Most Critical Asset for Logistics Leaders
IndustryWeek - Fostering Inclusion and Retaining Top Female Talent in Manufacturing
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5: Curiosity in Supply Chain Leadership with Whitney Shlesinger

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Whitney joins hosts Katie and Courtney to share her extensive journey across the end-to-end supply chain ecosystem. With a diverse career spanning manufacturing, planning, logistics, and customer service, Whitney breaks down how gaining experience in every corner of the operational network is a critical asset for any rising leader.
She credits a relentless sense of curiosity as the primary driver behind her career development, explaining how asking the right questions unlocks deeper system efficiencies. Whitney dives into why a customer-centric approach must sit at the very heart of supply chain management, ensuring that fulfillment strategies always align with final delivery expectations. She also tackles the current challenges facing the industry, the urgent need for empathetic and effective leadership, and the importance of rapidly adapting to emerging digital trends and technologies. Finally, Whitney shares valuable personal insights on maintaining professional balance and the irreplaceable value of collaborative teamwork in surviving high-pressure market shifts.
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Harvard Business Review - Why Curiosity is the Ultimate Career Superpower
Supply Chain Management Review - Developing Resilient Leaders to Navigate Disruptive Logistics Technologies
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