She Supply Chains

Supply Chain Experts | Katie Holman & Courtney Andersen
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She Supply Chains is the weekly podcast celebrating women shaping the future of supply chain, logistics, operations, and manufacturing. Hosted by Courtney and Katie, each episode features candid conversations with leaders, innovators, and rising stars from procurement to production. Guests share hard-earned lessons, career growth strategies, and actionable insights on navigating challenges like global supply chain disruptions, demand planning, sustainability, and leadership transitions. Whether you’re a supply chain professional, operations manager, or aspiring leader, you’ll discover fresh perspectives, practical tools, and inspiring stories to fuel your career. New episodes every week — because supply chains need more voices like yours.

  1. 1H AGO

    64: Configure, Don’t Customize: Megan Fischer’s Golden Rule for Supply Chain Scaling

    In this episode of She Supply Chains, we go behind the scenes of the furniture industry. Guest Megan Fischer, COO of Sundays, Moe's Home Collection, and Hedda, discusses her fascinating transition from the fast-paced world of fashion at Aritzia to the high-stakes, "big and bulky" world of furniture logistics. Megan shares how she applies a "grid thinker" mindset to disorganized spaces, her strategies for managing the "nine lives" of a varied career, and her hard-won advice on why brands should prioritize system configuration over custom coding. Whether discussing her childhood habit of inventorying Halloween candy or the "Bible" of product lifecycle calendars, Megan’s insights offer a masterclass in building resilient, integrated teams that can navigate the messy realities of global operations without losing their creative spark.   ✨ Connect with Megan! 📱Females In Food Home - Females In Food   💻Learn more on the topics discussed here:  "It's a tough industry out there": A look at the furniture supply chain's challenging year ERP Customization vs. Configuration: What's the Difference?   💵 Arise Financial Check out Arise Financial Coaching and their Financial Goal Accelerator program, and let them know She Supply Chains sent you!   ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast 🎧 Call to Action Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show Share this episode with someone you think would love it

    40 min

  2. FEB 2

    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.   ✨ Connect with Angela! 📱Females In Food Home - Females In Food   💻Learn more on the topics discussed here:  McKinsey & Co. | Women in the Workplace 2024 Females in Food | State of Industry Results 2025   💵 Arise Financial Check out Arise Financial Coaching and their Financial Goal Accelerator program, and let them know She Supply Chains sent you!   ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast 🎧 Call to Action Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show Share this episode with someone you think would love it

    52 min

  3. JAN 26

    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   ✨ Connect with Kelly! 📱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   💵 Arise Financial Check out Arise Financial Coaching and their Financial Goal Accelerator program, and let them know She Supply Chains sent you!   ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast 🎧 Call to Action Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show Share this episode with someone you think would love it

    39 min

  4. JAN 19

    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. ✨ Connect with Billy! 📱LinkedIn: Billy Brac Boren | LinkedIn   💻Learn more on the topics discussed here:  Supply Chain Risk Management: Large Corporations vs. SMEs Building Trust with Your Manufacturing Workforce During Transformation   💵 Arise Financial Check out Arise Financial Coaching and their Financial Goal Accelerator program, and let them know She Supply Chains sent you!   ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast 🎧 Call to Action Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show Share this episode with someone you think would love it

    46 min

  5. JAN 12

    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.   ✨ Connect with Chef Ann! 📱Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefannahmed/ 💻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"   ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast   💵 Arise Financial Check out Arise Financial Coaching and their Financial Goal Accelerator program, and let them know She Supply Chains sent you!   🎧 Call to Action Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show Share this episode with someone you think would love it

    34 min

  6. JAN 5

    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. ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast 🎧 Call to Action Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show Share this episode with someone you think would love it

    12 min

  7. 12/22/2025

    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   ✨ Connect with Carolina! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolina-de-la-paz   ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast 🎧 Call to Action Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show Share this episode with someone you think would love it

    47 min

  8. 12/15/2025

    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   ✨ Connect with Sofia! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sofia-rivas-herrera/   ✨ Connect with us! 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast 🎧 Call to Action Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show Share this episode with someone you think would love it

    53 min
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She Supply Chains is the weekly podcast celebrating women shaping the future of supply chain, logistics, operations, and manufacturing. Hosted by Courtney and Katie, each episode features candid conversations with leaders, innovators, and rising stars from procurement to production. Guests share hard-earned lessons, career growth strategies, and actionable insights on navigating challenges like global supply chain disruptions, demand planning, sustainability, and leadership transitions. Whether you’re a supply chain professional, operations manager, or aspiring leader, you’ll discover fresh perspectives, practical tools, and inspiring stories to fuel your career. New episodes every week — because supply chains need more voices like yours.

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  • Creator
    Supply Chain Experts | Katie Holman & Courtney Andersen
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
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