Harish Abbott

CEO & Co-Founder

Augment

"Harish Abbott is the Co-Founder and CEO of Augment, an AI-driven logistics platform transforming freight operations. In 2025, Augment secured $25 million in seed funding led by 8VC to develop its flagship product. Prior to launching Augment, Harish co-founded Deliverr, a fast-growing e-commerce fulfillment platform acquired by Shopify for $2.1 billion in 2022. His career includes pivotal roles at Amazon, where he contributed to building global fulfillment infrastructure. Harish holds degrees from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business"

Erez Agmoni

Partner

Interwoven Ventures

Dr. Erez Agmoni is a Co-Founder and General Partner at Interwoven VC, where he plays a key role in sourcing investment opportunities, guiding portfolio companies, and leveraging his extensive expertise in innovation and supply chain to drive value creation. His work involves collaborating with startups, providing strategic direction, and ensuring operational excellence while fostering partnerships across the venture ecosystem. Previously, he served as the Head of Innovation at Maersk, where he spearheaded the Maersk Innovation Center with its three pillars: Automation Innovation, Digital Innovation, and Product Innovation. In that role, he fostered ecosystems encompassing internal stakeholders, customers, academia, government entities, and venture capital partners. With over 25 years of extensive experience in supply chain management, freight forwarding, logistics, engineering, and digital innovation (AI, Machine Learning, Digital Twins, Computer Vision, and more), Erez excels in creating sophisticated solutions for comprehensive supply chain improvements. His academic background is as diverse and impressive as his professional journey. Erez holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, a Master’s degree in Telecommunication Science, and a PhD in Organizational Development. His global career path has taken him from Israel to various parts of Asia and Latin America, and he is currently based in New Jersey, USA. Erez’s personal life is as fulfilling as his professional one. He is a family man, married with three children, and finds joy in traveling, hiking, and mountain biking. Additionally, Erez is a private pilot, further showcasing his passion for adventure and learning new skills. His love for experiencing new cultures is evident in his language skills; he is fluent in Hebrew, English, and Thai, and at a beginner level in Japanese.

Mike Agmoni

Group President

Constellation Software

Mike Walters is a Group President at Harris, a division of Constellation Software, where he sets strategic direction, leads acquisitions and integrations, and drives performance across the organization. A passionate leader, Mike focuses on building a lasting, people-first culture grounded in operational excellence and continuous improvement. Since joining Harris in 2014, he has held senior roles in Finance, M&A, and Operations, drawing on a foundation built at PwC as a CPA. Based in Ottawa with his wife and two children, Mike is also a dedicated hockey player, golfer, and youth sports coach.

Tom Anderson

Co-Founder

STIQ

Tom Andersson is founder and principal analyst at STIQ Ltd, an open source market research publisher focusing on global supply chain technology sectors. Tom has an extensive background in M&A due diligence and market research. Since founding STIQ Ltd in 2018, Tom has become an expert on the global market for warehouse automation.

Pano Anthos

Managing Partner & Founder

XRC Ventures

Pano founded XRC Ventures in 2015 and is the company’s Managing Partner. Prior to this, he served in a number of leadership roles for media, retail, consumer goods and industrial companies. He also founded four digital media and software startups, including Gather Education, Hangout Industries which was the first to bring video game technology and name brands to Facebook in 2007, Pantero and Syntra / ClearCross. He began his career in supply chain and trademarked the term “global logistics systems.” He received his BA from the University of Delaware and SIA from Columbia University.

Arteen Arabshahi

Partner

Fika Ventures

Arteen has had an untraditional path to venture capital. The son of Iranian immigrants, he grew up planning to become a surgeon and stumbled through medicine and traditional finance before finding his passion in entrepreneurship and technology. He got his first job in the tech industry by cold emailing 150 people which led him to Techstars and Built in LA. He then spent 7 years as a venture capitalist at places like WndrCo and Fika Ventures before diving back into operating as SVP of Strategy at Route. After a whirlwind 4 years of hypergrowth scaling at Route, he rejoined Fika as a General Partner focusing on pre-Series A B2B software investments, with a proclivity for “real world” applications across industries. Arteen has been selected for LA Business Journal's LA 500, Forbes 30 Under 30, Business Insider 30 and Under, and CSQ NextGen 10 and has contributed to Forbes, CNN, Techcrunch, and Business Insider. You can follow along at @arteeninla.

Linda Babilo

Vice President, Global Supply Chain

Arlon Graphics

Collaborative and visionary leader, I am passionate about mentoring teams, building scalable systems, and transforming operational challenges into strategic advantages. I am a results-driven executive with over 15 years of experience leading global supply chain, financial planning, and operations strategy across the manufacturing and industrial sectors. As Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Arlon Graphics, I lead end-to-end supply chain operations—including procurement, logistics, demand planning, and global distribution—to drive operational excellence, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction on a global scale. Throughout my career, I have built a reputation for aligning business operations with long-term strategic goals. I have held leadership roles spanning financial planning & analysis (FP&A), business operations, and product lifecycle management. This cross-functional expertise allows me to approach supply chain leadership with a holistic understanding of business performance, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement. I have a Master’s in Economics and a Bachelor’s in Finance.

Thomas Bagge

CEO

DCSA

Thomas Bagge is the CEO of the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA). Alongside André Simha from Mediterranean Shipping Company and Adam Banks from A.P. Moller – Maersk, Thomas was part of the founding team of DCSA. Before joining DCSA, Thomas led several large-scale change initiatives at A.P. Moller – Maersk, focusing on technology, process optimisation, and organisational change. Between 1999 and 2013, he held various international leadership positions in Singapore, Madrid, and Central and Eastern Europe. With over two decades of experience, Thomas has a solid understanding of industry change complexities and working internationally with both governments and global organizations

Robert Bain

Senior Consultant

GLCS

Meet Robert Bain, otherwise known as the “Strongest Man in Logistics”. Bain has nearly 20 years of experience in the transportation industry—from leadership and employee management to business processes and technology. As GLCS’ Senior Consultant, Bain is responsible for developing the organization’s 3PL and intermediary clients. With a strong presence in the industry, Bain uses his voice and position to share about GLCS’s services and often appears on industry podcasts, including GLCS’ “The Driving Forward” podcast. In addition, Bain is the Director of Broker Relations on the Board of Directors for the Broker Carrier Summit, which aims to transform the relationship between carriers and brokers, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships. Bain's journey in transportation encompasses diverse roles, including his tenure as Fleet Manager/Dispatcher at CRST Van Expedited, overseeing a vast fleet and driver network. Subsequently, he ascended to the role of General Manager at VP Express, orchestrating seamless operational strategies. His path led him to UberFreight, managing enterprise accounts, and ultimately leading him to a Director of Operations role at QuadExpress. In 2020, Bain founded Strongest Man in Logistics Enterprises, a title inspired by his pursuit of personal strength and love for sports, as well as his deep knowledge of logistics. As a frequent co-host and guest on podcasts, Bain provides insight into the transportation and supply chain industries, and shares his expertise on operations, leadership, and personal branding. He is motivated by collaborating with others in the industry and sharing what he sees occurring to help others grow. Bain and his wife, Nikki, have been married for 19 years and have four children, one grandchild, and a beloved rescue pup.

Jeffrey Ball

Chief Procurement Officer

MediaNews Group

Throughout his career Jeff has delivered ~$1B of financial benefit through myriad cost reduction, purchasing, supply chain, vendor management, and business development initiatives. He is highly proficient in optimizing multi-billion dollar, global, expense and revenue portfolios across key partners, distributors and supply ecosystems, with +25 years expertise in sourcing, global procurement, logistics, BPO, JV's, strategy, IT, and General Management—all acquired through experience at News Corp, KPMG, and national retailers. His current role is Head of Procurement at MediaNews Group Inc. and Tribune Publishing Co., where generating and extracting value from emerging as well as existing strategic and operational relationships is sine qua non. Jeff previously served as a Naval Officer during the Persian Gulf War and is a graduate of Yale University, where he earned an M.B.A. with distinction, concentrating in Accounting, Finance and Strategy. He was also awarded a B.S. degree with dual majors in Mathematics & Physics (Magna Cum Laude) and he completed the MIT Information Technology Executive Program for CIO's, at the Sloan School.

Sarah Barnes-Humphrey

Founder & Host

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Sarah is a logistician turned supply chain marketer, passionate about bringing stories to life in an industry that has traditionally been about stats and numbers. As the host of the popular Lets Talk Supply Chain Podcast (LTSC), blog and The Trade Squad on YouTube, Sarah helps tell the stories and bring awareness to brands and hot topics in the industry which includes her infamous Women in Supply Chain series. Recently named Top 100 most influential women leaders in Supply Chain (global) and Top 100 most influential Women in Canadian Supply Chain, Sarah has spent the past 20 years in logistics and supply chain learning everything she can, and recently ventured off on her own to grow the LTSC brand including a new YouTube Channel called "The SC, supply chain tv" where you will learn from real people talking about real supply chain topics. Sarah is also the Co-Founder and CEO of Shipz Inc, a new technology platform encompassing all of her experience and knowledge in supply chain bringing innovative, collaborative ideas together on one platform for the supply chain industry. In her spare time you can find her on the field throwing out runners at second base, on the beach or singing in the car

Diego Bello

CEO

DIGILOG

Founder & CEO at Digital Logistics and Trade | Connecting Latin America e-commerce logistics through Global Logistics Expertise

Lucien Besse

COO & Co-Founder

Shippeo

With a Master's degree in Finance and Strategy from Sciences Po, Lucien worked in Private Equity at Vermeer Capital, before co-founding Shippeo in 2014, where he is Chief Operating Officer. Shippeo enables market-leading companies to instantly access predictive, real-time information on each delivery, and has become the European leader in supply chain visibility with more than 32 million tracked flows per year in over 110 countries.

Amrita Bhasin

CEO

Sotira

Amrita Bhasin is an award-winning founder and venture backed CEO in the logistics and retail supply chain space. She is a frequent speaker at international tech conferences and summits on logistics and supply chain sustainability. Amrita’s company Sotira was awarded 1st place at Shoptalk and Reverse Logistics Association, the leading awards in retail and logistics innovation. She has been recognized by the State of California and Stop Waste for contributions to reducing enterprise waste by enabling channels for retailers and brands to be more sustainable in handling unsold inventory. Amrita has been featured in Modern Retail, Digital Frontier, TechCrunch, Yahoo Finance, WorkLife (Digiday Media) and FreightWaves.

Vlad Bilanovsky

Chief Execution Officer

Wisetech Global

Vlad joined WiseTech Global in 2006 and has more than 25 years of global experience in logistics. Vlad's experience ranges from logistics operations, supply chain management and IT, with a strong commercial grip on software and technology across Europe, the US, Middle East and Australasia. Vlad is responsible for driving strategic and operational initiatives across the group. He also leads the corporate development that allows the company to accelerate its global footprint and product expansion and build shareholder value via Mergers & Acquisitions and strategic partnerships. In his previous roles at WiseTech Global, Vlad was involved in product development and sales, managed global marketing and established global partner programs. Vlad holds a Master of Science in IT from National Technical University of Ukraine, Master of Science in Economics from National University ‘Kyiv-Mohyla Academy’ and an MBA from kmbs.

Jennifer Bisceglie

Executive Vice Chair & Founder

Interos

Jennifer Bisceglie is the Founder and Executive Vice Chair of interos.ai. A highly sought-after global supply chain architect and strategist with over 25 years of industry experience, Jennifer has appeared in Bloomberg, Financial Times, CNBC, Forbes, BBC and other top-tier media outlets. Jennifer has also been called on to share her expertise with numerous congressional committees and conferences, including the Congressional Cybersecurity Caucus, the Homeland Security Governmental Affairs Committee, and the U.S.– China Economic Security Review Commission. She is also a long-time advocate for empowering other female entrepreneurs, working on behalf of organizations including Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP), where she served as a chairperson. Jennifer was also previously selected as the U.S. delegate to the Women’s 20, an engagement group to the G20 focused on addressing gender inequality.

Charles Boakye

Head Of Americas Energy Transition Strategy

Jefferies

Charles Boakye joined Jefferies in 2021, with several years researching the energy transition and climate change more broadly. As part of the Sustainability & Transition Strategy team, Charles currently leads the Americas research and advisory efforts for investors and corporates on the energy transition. His immediate role prior to Jefferies was in Equity a research analyst at UBS Group AG. Prior to joining Equity Research, Charles spent his initial career across financial services at JP Morgan and Nomura (amongst others) focused on both cash & equity derivatives. Together with the Jefferies Sustainability & Transition team, Charles brings leading analyses of net-zero, power and energy markets, how to scale companies, as well as the shape and pace of the transition. Charles is CFA charterholder, has a Bsc. in Mathematics with Actuarial and an Msc. in Intl. Financial Markets.

Romaine Bostick

TV Anchor

Bloomberg LP

Romaine Bostick is the host of "The Close" on Bloomberg Television, a daily program that covers financial markets and the economy using charts, data and interviews with the biggest decision makers in in the worlds of asset management, investment strategy, financial research, economic forecasting and legislative politics. Romaine is an award-winning journalist with almost 30 years of experience chronicling capitalism, helping shape the first draft of history for multiple major news outlets over his career.

Jamie Bragg

EVP, Chief Supply Chain Officer

Tailored Brands

Alan Bray

CEO

SourceIQ

Alan Bray is the Founder and CEO of SourceIQ, an AI-driven platform transforming enterprise supplier sourcing and diversity procurement. With a background in enterprise sales and a passion for equitable innovation, Alan leads SourceIQ in helping organizations streamline supplier discovery, compliance, and spend analytics through automation and real-time insights.

Birger Buesching

Head Of Supply Chain North America, Personal Health

Philips

Birger Buesching currently serves as Head of Supply Chain in North America for the consumer division of Dutch multi- national Health technology leader Philips. In his current role, Birger leads the E2E Supply Chain for North America encompassing Product Commercialization, Demand/ Supply Planning, Materials Management, Late-Stage Customization/ Co-Packing, Customer Operations, Warehousing & Distribution, Reverse Logistics, Project Management. Throughout his career as a Supply Chain and Operations leader, Birger has always been a thought leader and champion of people. His over 20 years of experience in various consumer industries trained him to be strategically minded and operationally tested. Living and working in Europe and the US as well as working in highly international environments fostered his appreciation for diverse talent and collaboration. Birger has held diverse roles with increasing responsibilities in Commercialization Management, Operations Business Management, Project Management, Marketing, Customer Supply Chain, Supply Chain Strategy & Transformation as well as General Management. In recent years with Philips, Birger and his team purposefully and methodically developed a collaborative and targeted E2E approach to change management, overcoming significant Supply Chain disruptions and ultimately step-changing Supply Chain performance.

Emilio Cadena

CEO

Prodensa

With 28 years of experience promoting foreign direct investment, Emilio Cadena, current CEO of Prodensa, a company dedicated to the design, strategy, start-up, and operation of manufacturing companies, has led over 1,000 projects in Mexico and worldwide. He holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from Tecnológico de Monterrey and an MBA from the University of Hartford. Fluent in English and Spanish, he has held various leadership roles, including President of the Mexico Maquila Association (2014–2016) and former President of INDEX. Additionally, he is currently participating as Chairman of the Board at the US-Mexico Foundation and also serves on the boards of the American Chamber of Commerce Mexico, Mexico's Business Council for the USMCA, and has co-chaired the Trade Facilitation Working Group of the US-Mexico CEO Dialogue. He has also been involved with the Manufacturer for Export Association of Nuevo León and the Nuevo León Chamber of Industry.

Colin Campbell

Supply Chain Deals Reporter

Axios

Colin Campbell is the Supply Chain Deals Reporter at Axios Pro. He covers M&A, private equity and venture capital news in the freight and logistics industries. Colin is an award-winning business reporter who has written about transportation for Trucking Dive, Supply Chain Dive and The Baltimore Sun.

Douglas Cantriel

Head Of North American Transportation & Modernization

Ford Motor Company

Christy Cardenas

Founder

Iris Invest

Christy Cardenas is Founder and CEO of the Iris Invest, investing her time in innovation and impact. An institutional investor by trade, Ms. Cardenas has $15B+ and 15 years in experience across venture capital, private equity and investment banking. Christy has managed funds in deep technology venture capital, investing in AI, robotics, and energy, alongside her career in energy infrastructure private equity. Christy’s expertise spans technology commercialization, venture financings, public private partnerships, project financings, securitizations, and more. Christy started her career as a top-bucket analyst in bulge bracket investment banking after graduating with both undergraduate and graduate degrees from The University of Texas.

Jeff Cardenas

CEO & Co-Founder

Apptronik

Jeff is co-founder and CEO of Apptronik. He is a serial entrepreneur on a mission to bring the groundbreaking advancements in humanoid robotics into the real world. He specializes in technology commercialization and new product development. He previously worked at the Global Commercialization Group at the IC2 Institute at UT Austin, working with innovators from around the globe to transform their ideas and inventions from the research lab into the market. Prior to that he worked in the technology practice at Deloitte Consulting. After starting several startups and a non- profit, Jeff co-founded Apptronik in 2016 alongside Dr. Nick Paine and Dr. Luis Sentis. Under Jeff’s leadership, Apptronik has built some of the most advanced robots in the world, spanning from exoskeletons to humanoid torsos, biped mobility platforms, and unique robotic arms that lift more than they weigh. The experience and learning from all this work led to the development of Apollo, the world’s most advanced humanoid robot. He believes that it is not man vs. machine, but man AND machine that will take humanity into the next stage of evolution. A native of Texas, Jeff holds a BS in Business and a MS in Technology Commercialization from the University of Texas at Austin. Jeff has spoken at numerous robotics and humanoid conferences worldwide and continues to be a dynamic advocate for the rapidly advancing technology realm of AI and humanoid robotics.

Ann Carpenter

CEO

Braid Theory

Isaac Cattan

CEO

Vink

"At just 25 years old, Isaac is the CEO of Vink, a fast-growing digital cargo insurance platform specializing in seamless, on-demand coverage for high-volume freight. Isaac has led Vink to become a trusted partner for logistics operators across Mexico and the U.S., offering one of the few fully digital insurance solutions for domestic, cross-border, and international cargo. With a background in entrepreneurship and innovation, Isaac has earned a reputation for executing with speed and scaling operationally complex ventures. As a proud Mexican entrepreneur, he stands out for his resilience, strong work ethic, and vision to bring digital transformation to traditionally offline industries.

Amit Chaturvedy

Managing Partner & Global Head

SE Ventures

Amit Chaturvedy is the Global Head & Managing Partner of SE Ventures, the $1B+ specialist venture fund backed by Schneider Electric. With nearly two decades of experience in venture capital, private equity, and corporate development, he drives SE Ventures' strategy to invest in startups advancing electrification and digital transformation in climate tech and industrial tech. Prior to joining SE Ventures, Amit led Cisco Systems' global venture investing and corporate development in cloud computing, IoT, data centers, and enterprise networking. He holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, a Master's from Purdue University, and a Bachelor's from IIT Bombay.

Amanda Chawla

SVP, Chief Supply Chain Officer

Stanford Medicine

Yanwen Chen

CEO & Founder

PHINXT ROBOTICS

Yanwen is the Co-founder and CEO of Phinxt Robotics, bringing over 15 years of experience in robotics, cyber-physical systems, and technology leadership. She holds two PhDs in Computer Science and robotics, with a strong track record of driving innovation across research and industry. Yanwen is passionate about building scalable, user-friendly automation solutions that bridge the gap between advanced robotics and real-world operations. At Phinxt Robotics, she leads a mission-driven team focused on transforming warehouse automation with adaptable and seamless robotics integration.

Prash Cherukuri

Managing Director, Technology Investment Banking

Piper Sandler

Prash Cherukuri is a Managing Director in the Technology Investment Banking team at Piper Sandler, and leads coverage of supply chain / logistics software. Prash has over 12 years of investment banking experience and has advised on over $150 billion of completed M&A transactions and over $20 billion of equity and debt issuances, for clients such as Thoma Bravo, Sumeru Equity Partners, Centerbridge, Siris Capital, Coupa, Loopio, BigCommerce . Prior to a career in investment banking, Prash spent 6 years as a chip design engineer at Analog Devices and Mediatek. Prash earned a bachelor’s degree in electronics and communications engineering from Bharathiar University, a master’s degree in computer engineering from the University of Cincinnati, and a Master of Business Administration degree from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.

Nick Chubb

Founder

Thetius

Nick Chubb is a leading independent voice on the future of the maritime industry. He is the Founder and Strategy Director of Thetius, a research firm that exists to equip maritime technology leaders to make strategic decisions. Nick started his career as a ship’s navigator before progressing ashore to work in maritime digital transformation and research. Nick and the Thetius team regularly advise a range of maritime stakeholders including shipping companies, ports, charterers, government bodies, investors and technology businesses. Outside of work, Nick is an amateur paraglider pilot and an accomplished ultra-endurance athlete.

Sarah Clarke

Chief Supply Chain & Technology Officer

AEO Inc.

Sarah Clarke joined AEO in October 2023 as Executive Vice President – Chief Supply Chain Officer. In this role, she directs all facets of the company’s global supply chain operations, including Product Development, Corporate Responsibility, Sourcing, Production, and Distribution for AEO’s diverse portfolio of brands, as well as Quiet Logistics, the company’s third-party regional fulfillment network. Sarah’s role expanded to Chief Supply Chain and Technology Officer in October 2024. Under her leadership, the Technology team is driving innovation, evolving as a strategic enabling partner and playing a pivotal role in advancing AEO’s business priorities. With a talent-first and performance-driven approach, Sarah is dedicated to achieving operational excellence and driving robust commercial results through a best-in-class team. Sarah is a strategic and visionary leader with more than two decades of extensive experience in supply chain management across several large-scale, multi-brand retail organizations. Prior to joining AEO, she served as Chief Supply Chain Officer at PVH Corporation, where she was instrumental in overseeing global supply chain operations. Sarah also held significant leadership roles at Gap Inc., spearheading the optimization of the company’s supply chain while managing key initiatives in New York, San Francisco and Hong Kong. Throughout her career, Sarah has successfully led major integrations, including Warnaco at PVH and Athleta at Gap Inc., demonstrating her expertise in driving growth and operational efficiency. In 2025, Sarah was named one of the 25 Inspirational Women Leaders by the Women in Retail Leadership Circle for her significant contributions across retail, technology and commerce. Notably, Sarah has been a valued member of the Executive Board of the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) since 2018, serving as Chair from 2022 to 2023. She also contributes as a non-executive board member at American Securities.

Max Coppin

COO

Apian

Max Coppin is a technology and aviation leader with a track record of delivering groundbreaking innovations at the intersection of connectivity, aviation, and healthcare. As COO of Apian, he helped establish the UK’s first routine medical drone deliveries and led partnerships with organizations like Skyports, Wing, and Zipline. Formerly at Google, Max co-founded the AeroX team, delivering patented aviation connectivity solutions and partnering with industry leaders to enhance in-flight performance. A regular keynote speaker and mentor, Max combines deep technical expertise with a passion for transforming complex systems into real-world solutions.

Danny Cotter

Managing Partner

Westly Group

Danny has spent the last 5+ years at The Westly Group leading investments across the AI, Manufacturing and Energy sectors. Prior to joining the Westly Group, Danny worked at Pacific Gas & Electric Company where he focused on discovering advanced technology pilots and analyzing regulatory, competitive and technology landscapes to shape smart grid strategies across the organization. Danny holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from UCLA, an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia University and an M.B.A. from Stanford University.

Clay Curran

CEO & Co-Founder

FreshX

Clay Curran is CEO and Co-Founder at FreshX, a software company innovating in the temperature-controlled logistics space. With a focus on pricing and connectivity, FreshX empowers freight brokers and carriers with tools to streamline operations and make data-driven decisions. Clay's previous experience spans across supply chain technology, venture capital, and private equity. Clay received his MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and recently earned a spot on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for Social Impact.

Kristen Daihes

Global Vice President Of Supply Chain

Mars Snacking

Kristen is the Global Vice President of Supply Chain for Mars Snacking. She joined Mars in 2021 to explore how the intersection of her prior industry experience and more recent tech start-up experiences could support the acceleration of value supporting Mars growth agenda. She leads an investment program to digitize and transform the supply chain within Mars to create an agile and flexible omni-channel supply chain, accelerate the data & analytics agenda, and boost supply chain capabilities. What most excites Kristen is leading with problem solving and teaming cross-functionally to provoke and explore new possibilities in driving quality growth enablement. Prior to joining Mars, she was a Partner for Opex Analytics and supported a number of companies to reinvent their supply chains and operations with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced analytics. She has held strategic planning, innovation, and engineering roles in Procter & Gamble and Unilever and was the Vice President of Global Supply Chain for SC Johnson. Kristen resides in Chicago with her husband and two Skittles loving sons.

Kevin Damoa

CEO & Founder

Glīd Technologies

Kevin Anjel Damoa is the inventor, engineer, and designer behind Glīd Technologies, where he's fundamentally reshaping how the world moves freight through autonomous road-to-rail vehicles and AI-powered coordination platforms. A 23-year logistics operator and dual-service U.S. military veteran, Kevin brings a rare blend of deep operational expertise and forward-looking innovation. His impactful career includes leadership roles at SpaceX, Northrop Grumman, Hydroplane, Harley Davidson, and XOS Trucks. Notably, at SpaceX, Kevin personally architected and scaled the flight module logistics division from the ground up, building the foundation for launch and recovery operations across multiple national sites. His unique fusion of hands-on design thinking and masterful systems execution now anchors Glīd’s mission to decarbonize freight, enhance labor efficiency, and revitalize underutilized infrastructure across ports, rail, and industrial corridors. Glīd’s innovative approach, powered by its AI logistics platform EZRA-1SIX, is projected to slash emissions by over 90% while comprehensively modernizing America’s supply chain. Kevin is deeply passionate about building solutions that serve both people and planet. He's leading the charge to reindustrialize America, creating dignified jobs and accessible pathways for workforce development, particularly within marginalized communities, and pioneering new standards in clean, resilient logistics. His work embodies engineering excellence fused with bold, human-centered evangelism, driving innovation that truly moves the world forward.

Sandeep Desai

EVP - Chief Supply Chain Officer (Ice Cream)

Unilever

Max Doyle

General Partner

Freight Ventures

Max Doyle is the Founder and General Partner of Freight Ventures, an early-stage venture fund focused on the maritime and logistics industries. Coming from a 140-year-old family shipping business, Max has worked across all layers of the industry—from crane driver and port agent to freight forwarder in Shanghai and terminal manager. He has helped scale technology startups for over 5 years and now dedicates his full-time focus to investing in founders solving real problems across the global freight supply chain.

Ksenia Duarte

Founder

Ex9

Ksenia Duarte is the bold and visionary founding CEO of EX9, the deeptech French startup revolutionizing logistics yards with autonomous mobility solutions. With a sharp focus on innovation, ESG impact, and customer success, she leads EX9’s mission to modernize freight operations through cutting-edge robotic tractors and smart yard automation. Under her leadership, EX9 has secured key partnerships, piloted with industry giants, and is rapidly becoming a European reference in autonomous logistics.

Juan Duarte

Executive President Of Latam

AAPA

Juan Duarte is an economist with a minor in Corporate Law from Universidad de los Andes. He has completed advanced studies in Negotiation, Strategy, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Finance at Harvard University, and Babson College. He holds a joint MBA with dual degrees from IE Business School (Spain) and Singapore Management University (Singapore). He is a certified Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP), Scrum Master Certified (SMC) and Port Professional Manager (PPM). His professional background includes consulting in the port, transport infrastructure, and logistics sectors. He has worked on port optimization, logistics studies, market projections, technical and financial due diligence, investment plans, and port design. He has advised ports, investment banks, and international engineering firms. His experience also includes business intelligence, big data processing and predictive analytics. He has over 12 years of experience in more than 10 countries and is currently the Executive President of AAPA Latam and a member of the Professional Development Board of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA).

Karoline Dygas

Vice President And CPO

Nordstrom

Karoline Dygas is Nordstrom’s Vice President and CPO leading Strategic Sourcing and Procurement for all non-merchandise spend. She joined Nordstrom in April 2019 and is responsible for leading a holistic strategic sourcing transformation to provide a digitally focused procurement service delivery model that will positively impact the customer experience and company financial performance. Prior to joining Nordstrom, she was Starbucks Corp Vice President leading Global Sourcing, Store Development and Siren Retail Supply Chains. She was part of Starbucks Global Supply Chain leadership team and was accountable for sourcing of all capital and commercial equipment, FFE, R&M and QA services, as well as leading the global end-to-end supply chains for Store Development and Siren Retail (Starbucks Roastery & Reserve and Princi brands). Before joining Starbucks, Karoline was the Senior Director Strategic Sourcing at Walgreens based in Deerfield, Illinois where she was responsible for $1.5B annual spend across multiple categories supporting Store Development, Energy & Environmental Sustainability, and Marketing. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University and later completed her dual MBA from both Purdue University and ESCP-EAP European School of Management in Paris, France. She lives in Issaquah, WA with her husband Josh, two children Morgan and Max, and their Samoyed-Husky rescue dog named Yeti.

Mohamed El Shami

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Garlock Printing & Converting

Shami has spent more than 20 years in the packaging industry leading teams in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Middle East. Fifteen of those years were with organizations various stages of M&A and turnaround processes. Shami’s international experiences makes him especially adept at analyzing global supply chain vulnerabilities and mastering the strategic steps crucial to re-risking these supply chains. He enjoys mapping out risk mitigation strategies and prizes the support Garlock leadership extends him to implement these strategies. Three words describe what Shami loves about Garlock: agility, transparency, and inclusivity. “Working with an elite leadership group, surrounded by a phenomenally loyal, dedicated, motivated team, makes everyday supply chain challenges seem simple!"

Mathew Elenjickal

CEO & Founder

FourKites

Matt founded FourKites in 2014, and his vision for supply chain visibility continues to define the industry. Prior to founding FourKites, Matt spent a good portion of his time in the enterprise software space, working for market leaders such as Oracle Corp and i2 Technologies/JDA Software Group. Matt has led high-impact teams that implemented logistics strategies and systems at P&G, Nestle, Kraft, Anheuser-Busch Inbev, Tyco, Argos and Nokia across North America, Western Europe and Latin America. Matt is passionate about logistics and supply chain management and has a keen sense for how technology can disrupt traditional silo-based planning and execution. Matt holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from College of Engineering, Guindy and an MS in Industrial Engineering and Management Science from Northwestern University. He also holds an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. He lives in Chicago.

Harald Emberger

Chief Supply Officer

Reckitt

Nish Embry

Head Of SCPMCOE Innovation & Supply Chain

The Coca-Cola Company

As a passionate advocate for emotionally intelligent leadership, Nish Embry’s intent to develop highly productive teams, grow and promote top talent and drive a healthy and engaging culture are just a few of the drivers behind her consistent delivery of top tier performance and business results. Known for her curiosity, she is often sought-out for initiatives that require “new ways of doing” and challenge the status quo. Nish’s talents have led her through a dynamic, 20+ year career with The Coca-Cola Company spanning customer operations, supply chain, diversity & inclusion and innovation and commercialization. Today, Nish is an Executive Senior Director of the Program Management Center of Excellence for Innovation and Supply Chain. Nish empowers and leads an organization comprised of Sr. Directors, Program Manager Directors, and Supply Chain Directors to deliver innovation against a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of the most complex nature across Sparkling, New Revenue Streams, Hydration, Sports, Tea, Dairy, Nutrition, and Plant categories. A graduate of Grand Valley State University, Nish holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, a Master of Science in Human Resource Development as well as her Master Certificate in Project Management Development (both) from the esteemed Villanova University. Most recently, Nish earned her formal certification in Diversity and Inclusion from Cornell University and received her Executive MBA from The Howard University. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, she currently resides in Atlanta with her husband Sim and their three amazing children, Nia, Nadia, and Nash.

Lauren Fernandez

CEO & Founder

Full Course

Lauren Fernandez is the CEO and Founder of Full Course, a restaurant consulting, development and investment firm which incubates and accelerates emerging food and restaurant brands, guiding brand owners through a process of optimization, strategic growth planning and development. She is also the Managing Partner of the Full Course Funds, which support rapid expansion of founder-led restaurant brands through early-stage, minority investment. Lauren is an industry veteran with over two decades of experience as an attorney and entrepreneur, with extensive expertise in restaurant and franchise operations and development, consumer product development, and brand licensing. She has worked in over 140 countries establishing franchise partnerships, licensing programs, distribution and supply chains for both food and drug companies. She served as General Counsel and Head of Franchise Administration for FOCUS Brands, and then as the owner/operator of 11 Chicken Salad Chick franchised restaurants. Lauren holds an MBA and Juris Doctor from Emory University, and is a Certified Franchise Executive

Michael Fernandez-Ferri

Executive Chair & Co-Founder

VELA-transport

Automotive engineer turned impact entrepreneur in the transportation space, Michael started his career in 2008 by designing low-CO2-emission automobiles for Stellantis. After an MBA in entrepreneurship at EM Lyon (FT100 ranking) he co-founded the startup DRUST in 2014, a cloud-based platform to monetise car data and improve driving behaviors. There he raised $10m with the leading French insurer Macif before exiting the technology to leading German automotive tier-1 Continental. In 2019, he joined the Softbank-backed Goggo team as first employee to build strategic partnerships in autonomous mobility with leading players such as RATP or Carrefour, and through Goggo’s SPAC investment arm Levere Corp Holdings. Late 2022 he cofounded VELA, a new generation shipowner operating 0-carbon sailing cargo vessels between Europe and the USA. As Managing Director and Chair, he leads the finance and the international development of the company.

Ty Findley

General Partner & Co- Founder

Ironspring Ventures

Ty Findley is Co-founder and General Partner at Ironspring Ventures, an early-stage, sector-focused venture capital firm specializing in industrial supply chain innovation. Prior to launching Ironspring Ventures, Ty spent a decade in various investing and operating industrial innovation roles across Pritzker Group VC, GE Ventures, and Boeing. His previous investments include Cargado, Fleetpulse, Freightwaves, GoodShip, HyperloopOne, OneRail, PlusOne Robotics, Project44, and Solvento, among others. Ty holds a MBA from Northwestern Kellogg School of Management and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Baylor University.

Christian Fischer

CEO & Co-Founder

Bcomp

Christian, CEO at Bcomp Ltd, PhD in material sciences and mountain lover, left corporate and co-founded Bcomp to challenge the traditional lightweight material industry. Today, Bcomp is an award-winning, leading supplier of sustainable lightweight solutions and part of the ongoing revolution towards cleaner mobility. The Swiss high-tech company has created and entered new markets and has established itself as a large-scale automotive supplier. Fluent in several languages, Christian also teaches Entrepreneurship, Technology Innovation and Growth Management at different universities.

Nicholas Flanders

CEO & Co-Founder

Twelve

Nicholas Flanders is the co-founder and CEO of Twelve, the Carbon Transformation Company leading the charge in creating a world made from air. Under his leadership, Twelve has developed a groundbreaking carbon transformation technology that converts captured CO2 into vital products like sustainable fuels, chemicals, and materials, traditionally derived from fossil fuels. Founded in 2015, Twelve has secured over $900 million in funding, squarely cementing the company as a leader in the e-fuels space. Twelve’s technology is currently being scaled to de-fossilize industries such as aviation, with its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) offering the potential to reduce lifecycle emissions by up to 90%. Nicholas’ vision for a fossil-free future has continued to earn Twelve partnerships with major brands and industries that are committed to reducing their carbon footprint. Before co-founding Twelve, Nicholas was COO of Levo, a venture-backed tech startup, and worked as a business analyst at McKinsey’s Cleantech practice, contributing to pivotal research on global energy systems. He holds a degree in mathematics from Cornell University, an M.S. in engineering, and an MBA from Stanford University. Nicholas was named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 in Energy and is a 2016 Echoing Green Climate Fellow.

Karyl Fowler

Chief Policy Officer

Tradeverifyd

Sadie Frank

CEO

N4EA

Sadie Frank is the CEO and Co-Founder of N4EA, a predictive intelligence engine focused on global supply chain disruption. She brings over a decade of experience in management, strategy, and climate and sustainability research. Before co-founding N4EA, Sadie led climate risk work at CarbonPlan and held research positions at the Brookings Institution. Her insights into climate-related financial and operational risk have shaped regulatory discussions at the SEC and the Federal Insurance Office, and her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Grist. With a background advising Fortune 500 companies and top research institutions, she now helps logistics and finance leaders anticipate and plan for the future of supply chain disruption.

Michael Frey

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Beiersdorf

Since July 2024, Michael Frey has served Beiersdorf AG as Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) and Member of the Executive Committee, with end-to-end responsibility for the global Supply Chain, covering procurement, manufacturing, quality, logistics, distribution, planning, customer service, and sustainability. Beiersdorf has stood for innovative, high-quality skin care products as well as pioneering skin research for over 140 years with leading international brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie, and Hansaplast. In previous years, Michael has held various leadership roles at Beiersdorf within the Supply Chain, which have strengthened his international background. He gained his first professional experience at the Brose Group after completing his Master of Business and Engineering at the Technical University of Würzburg-Schweinfurt. Michael also holds an MBA in International Business and Leadership from the German Graduate School of Management & Law.

Kameel Gaines

CEO

Rig on Wheels Broker & Recruitment Services

Kameel E. Gaines, CEO and founder of Rig On Wheels, brings over two decades of expertise in recruitment and sales, backed by her academic accomplishments with an MBA and a marketing degree. Since launching Rig On Wheels Broker and Recruitment Services from her living room in January 2010, Kameel has become a prominent figure in the trucking recruitment landscape, known for her dynamic presence and commitment to impactful change. Under her leadership, the company has grown into a key player in the industry, and it is noted for its innovative, driver-centric recruitment strategies. In July 2023, Kameel made a significant stride by introducing 'The Rig On Wheels Show,' the first-ever truck driver recruiting show. This show, a treasure trove of industry insights, news, and essential tips for drivers and recruiters, is a testament to her innovative spirit and commitment to enhancing the recruitment and retention processes within the trucking industry. As co-chair of the African American Women in Trucking Association (AAWTA) and a member of the DEI task force of the Transportation Marketing Sales Association (TMSA), Kameel is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. These values are deeply ingrained in her training and consulting practices. Her forward-thinking approach, which leverages advanced technology and data-driven insights, aims to optimize recruitment, promote continuous learning, and foster community amongst drivers and companies. Through comprehensive training and support systems, Kameel not only strives to improve job placement but also to cultivate enduring relationships and a cohesive, contented workforce in the trucking sector.

Michael Gambino

VP Operations

Fasteners Inc

Michael Gambino is an accomplished operations and automation leader known for driving efficiency, innovation, and growth in e-commerce, hospitality, and technology. As Vice President of Operations at Fasteners, Inc., Michael oversees multi-state warehouse operations and leads transformative initiatives, including the successful launch of a cutting-edge 202,000-square-foot warehouse in 2023. He has a proven track record of implementing revolutionary procurement and digital delivery systems that streamline processes and enhance organizational agility, enabling the business to scale effectively. Michael is a strategic visionary who excels in optimizing supply chain management, spearheading large-scale construction projects, and fostering high-performing teams to position organizations for sustained success in competitive markets.

Derek Geiss

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Nutrabolt

Derek Geiss is the Chief Supply Chain Officer at Nutrabolt. In this role, he is responsible for global supply chain strategy, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and customer operations. Nutrabolt is a fast-growing, global active health and wellness company that is home to the brands C4 Energy, Cellucor, and Xtend, with products distributed in over 125 countries. Prior to joining Nutrabolt in 2019, Derek held a variety of supply chain leadership roles in both the US and Europe with a focus on scaling high growth brands and strategic acquisition integration. Derek has a BS from Southern Illinois University and is a Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).

Nicole Glenn

CEO & Founder

Candor Expedite, Inc

Meet Nicole Glenn, founder and CEO of Candor Expedite, a transportation leader known for making its customers heroes by delivering creative, fast, effective, and sustainable solutions for time-sensitive and white glove shipments backed by a trusted carrier network. Today, Candor is recognized as a leading certified women-owned business headquartered in Texas – with offices in Illinois and Kansas. Nicole navigated through a series of pivotal operational roles within major transportation brokerage companies, immersing herself in the intricate nuances of freight logistics—the essence of moving cargo. Steeped in the daily challenges that shippers and carriers face, she gained invaluable insights to the major obstacles that define the industry landscape. Nicole embraced and transcended these challenges, swiftly rising through the ranks by mastering the art of sales and her ability to collaborate with external and internal teams. She advanced to senior leadership roles including president — solidifying her status as a driving force in the industry. Nicole built her own team to address the lack of transparency in the industry. With her strong network and excellent industry reputation, it wasn’t long before Candor became a top transportation company. She credits her success with an amazing team who consistently provide superior customer service, real-time updates, and open communication. Always looking for new solutions for her customers, Nicole is excited to launch “Candor Cool Chain”, a new division featuring a unique solution for shipping smaller, refrigerated and frozen packages across the U.S. — all while protecting product quality and safety, reducing wasted capacity, keeping costs under control, and minimizing environmental impact. Nicole is a certified member of The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, a member of The Expedite Association of North America, Women in Trucking, Women in Manufacturing, and the Transportation Intermediaries Association. She won numerous awards: Supply & Demand Chain Executive Pro’s to Know: Overall Winner; Women in Trucking’s Distinguished Women in Logistics; and Enterprising Women of the Year Champion, a tribute to the world’s top female entrepreneurs. Nicole enjoys giving back to the community and industry. She launched The Ladies Leadership Coalition, a popular podcast designed to empower and celebrate female leaders. Nicole and her hosts amplify the voices of trailblazing women in supply chain and logistics. Nicole received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Northwood University and was recently inducted into their Class of Distinguished Women. She frequently presents at industry conferences; and is a regular contributor to trade and business media, including Forbes Small Business Council.

Ben Gordon

Managing Partner & CEO

Cambridge Capital

Benjamin Gordon is founder and Managing Partner of Cambridge Capital. He draws on a career building, advising, and investing in supply chain companies. Benjamin has led investments in outstanding firms including XPO, Grand Junction,  Bringg ,  Liftit , and others. Prior to Cambridge Capital, Benjamin built BGSA Holdings into a global leader in M&A for the supply chain sector. As CEO of BGSA, Benjamin led the firm’s efforts, advising on over $2 billion worth of supply chain transactions. Benjamin has worked with firms such as UPS, DHL, Kuehne & Nagel, Agility Logistics, NFI Logistics, GENCO, Nations Express,  Raytrans , Echo Global, Dixie, Wilpak, and others. Prior to BGSA Holdings, Ben founded 3PLex, the Internet solution enabling third-party logistics companies to automate their business. Benjamin raised $28 million from blue- chip investors including Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs,  BancBoston Ventures , CNF, and Ionian. 3PLex was then purchased by Maersk. Prior to 3PLex, Benjamin advised transportation and logistics clients at Mercer Management Consulting. Prior to Mercer, Benjamin worked in his family’s transportation business, AMI, where he helped the company expand its logistics operations. Benjamin is an active civic leader who is committed to giving back to the community. As founder and chairman of  GesherCity , he boosted young adult volunteerism, expanding the organization to over 100,000 members in twenty locations. Benjamin has also served on the Boards of several non-profit groups, including the Palm Beach United Way, the Palm Beach Federation, the Palm Beach Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), the JDC, the JCCA, the Middle East Forum, and various other community organizations. Benjamin received a Masters in Business Administration from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Yale College. For more info on Ben, please visit his LinkedIn profile, or follow Ben Gordon’s Blog: Links in the Supply Chain.

Virind Gujra

CEO

EV Bots

Virind has over 30 years of diversified experience across the automotive, transportation, e-commerce, chemical, and steel industries. He is an inquisitive and analytical leader with a passion for autonomous vehicles and technology. Currently, he serves as President and Co-Founder of EV Bots Inc., a company that has developed robots to autonomously charge electric vehicles. He holds MBAs in Marketing, Finance, and MIS, a BS in Mechanical Engineering, and a certificate in AI and Business Strategy from MIT. He is also a patent holder.

Maria Gutierrez Penaloza

Managing Partner & Co Founder

Nido Ventures

Maria Gutierrez Peñaloza is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Nido Ventures, a venture capital fund dedicated to supporting pre-seed and seed-stage B2B technology startups that are transforming foundational industries across the U.S.-Mexico corridor. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and Stanford alumna, Maria has held leadership roles at Tesla and Apple, overseeing global supply chains worth over $800M. She is passionate about advancing infrastructure through technology and amplifying LatAm’s contribution to global innovation.

Dr. Noel Hacegaba

COO

Port of Long Beach

Dr. Noel Hacegaba is the Chief Operating Officer of the Port of Long Beach, North America’s busiest container port in 2025. He is responsible for managing the Port’s day-to-day operations, including commercial services, finance & administration, engineering services, planning & environmental affairs and strategic advocacy. In recent years, Dr. Hacegaba led the Port’s response to the global supply chain disruptions, directing the Business Recovery Taskforce and coordinating with industry, labor and government partners to keep cargo moving. Dr. Hacegaba is also leading the development of the Port’s Supply Chain Information Highway to facilitate data sharing and enable end-to-end visibility across the supply chain. Prior to joining the Port, he managed a $200 million portfolio for a Fortune 500 company. In total, he has more than 26 years of public and private sector experience spanning a variety of industries. Dr. Hacegaba received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Southern California and earned his doctorate from the University of La Verne. He is a Certified Port Executive and Port Professional Executive and serves on various industry and policy Boards, including IANA and CAGTC.

Dr Wolfgang Hackenberg

CEO

SYNAOS

Dr. Wolfgang Hackenberg is CEO and co-founder of SYNAOS, an intralogistics software company based in Hannover, Germany. He studied in Cologne and Beijing, earning his doctorate in logistics monitoring from the Clausthal Technical University. Hackenberg spent ten years at Volkswagen, where he most recently led the shopfloor IT and established the Smart Production Lab. At SYNAOS, he is responsible for the strategic direction and development of the company.

Agustin Harriague

VP, Logistics & Supply Chain Operational Excellence

Mitsubishi Power Americas

Agustin Harriague is Vice President, Logistics and Supply Chain Operational Excellence at Mitsubishi Power Americas, responsible for the strategy and execution of project logistics, transportation, and warehousing operations across the company’s power generation portfolio. He also leads the supply chain operational excellence team, focusing on governance, process improvement, and digitalization projects across the Power Generation supply chain. With over 20 years of experience, including a decade in senior roles, he drives supply chain transformation with a focus on resilience, innovation, and talent development. Agustin is known for building high-performing teams and pushing logistics strategies to meet the demands of global infrastructure projects. Originally from Argentina and now based in Florida, he holds post-graduate credentials in Supply Chain Management and is a frequent speaker on the future of industrial logistics.

Benjamin Hart

Executive Director

Utah Inland Port Authority

Benjamin Hart serves as the executive director of the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) after being appointed by the UIPA board in September 2022. During his tenure at UIPA, Hart has prioritized economic optimization with port facility development, along with strong internal controls and transparency for the organization. Under his leadership, the Port is focused on statewide, along with regional projects and ensuring world-class global access for Utah businesses. Prior to his position at UIPA, Hart served as the deputy director of the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity (Go Utah). During his time at Go Utah, Hart oversaw The Unified Economic Opportunity Commission, corporate recruitment efforts, international and diplomatic responsibilities, small business programs, and statewide workforce partnerships. Prior to his time at Go Utah, Hart served as the director of employer initiatives for the Department of Workforce Services, the CDBG and Economic Development administrator at Layton City, and in underwriting at Zions Bank. Hart has served on numerous statewide and national government and trade association boards during his career. He completed both his undergraduate and graduate studies at the University of Utah, where he currently serves as an adjunct instructor. Hart lives in Layton, Utah with his wife and three kids.

Rachel Holt

Partner

Construct Capital

Rachel Holt is Co-founder and General Partner of Construct Capital, an early stage venture firm investing in extraordinary entrepreneurs who are connecting, automating, and transforming the foundational industries of our society. These sectors such as manufacturing, transportation, logistics, drive half our economy’s GDP yet lack advanced technology and are failing to meet customer expectations. Before Construct, Rachel spent over 8.5 years at Uber and was a long time member of the company’s Executive Leadership Team. She began as one of the company’s first 30 employees and her role quickly expanded to running the US & Canada Rides business in addition to Global Marketing and Brand, and Customer Operations, which represented nearly half of Uber's bookings, and just under half of the employees. Rachel then led the company's New Mobility organization, which included the JUMP eBike and eScooter businesses as well as running Uber's Incubator which funds and develops new products and services on Uber platform. Throughout her time at Uber, Rachel managed almost every function from operations and marketing to engineering, product, and data science. Rachel began her career at Bain & Company. She graduated magna cum laude from Amherst College as a 4-year All-American tennis player and earned her MBA from Stanford University, where she was an Arjay Miller Scholar. She was featured on Fortune’s 40 under 40 and was named by Fast Company as One of the Most Creative People in Business. Rachel is a native New Yorker, and Mom of 3.

Shaun Hon

General Partner & Founder

Motion Ventures

Shaun Hon is the Founder and General Partner of Motion Ventures, a venture capital fund focused on catalysing digital and energy transition across supply chains. Motion Ventures is backed by more than 15 strategic investors such as MOL, Lloyd’s Register, MarineTraffic, Wilhelmsen, and more. Motion Ventures has invested in more than 25 companies since 2021. Shaun was honoured Forbes 30 under 30, Prestige 40 under 40 and Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow for founding Motion Ventures. He received his Masters in Mechanical Engineering with First Class Honours from Imperial College London

Gary Horsfield

Chief Supply Chain Officer

BIC

Gary Horsfield is the Group Supply Chain Officer for BIC. He is responsible for improving efficiency in Stationery and Shaver manufacturing operations and procurement. Gary plays a crucial role in supporting the Return to Reliability initiative and implementing the integrated Sales and Operating Planning process. His focus includes safety, product quality, affordability, and delivering the BIC's growth plan, Horizon. He promotes cross-functional collaboration, customer service improvement, cost optimization, and process enhancement.With over 25 years of multinational leadership experience, Gary is known for his strategic thinking, creative problem-solving, and driving sustainable growth. His previous roles include serving as Interim Chief Operating Officer for Personal Protective Equipment in the UK Government's NHS and DHSC during the COVID-19 crisis, where he established the largest supply chain and e-commerce platform. He also held the position of Executive Director, Group Head of Packaging, Supply Chain, and Innovation (COO) for William Grant & Sons in Edinburgh, overseeing the transformation of their global supply chain. Gary lives in Paris and holds a bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering from Brunel University.

Chris Hudtwalcker

Head Of Innovation

Port of Miami

Christopher leads PortMiami's Office of Innovation, testing new technologies and bringing together stakeholders in the Miami supply chain. Following a career in legislation and politics, Chris transitioned to the Port industry in 2022. In addition to leading innovation for the Port, Chris also works on business initiatives including contract negotiations, procurement, and project management.

Tomoaki Ichida

President

MOL (Americas) Holdings, Inc.

Tomoaki Ichida is the Managing Executive Officer of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) since April 2023, overseeing operations in the Americas and serving as President of MOL (Americas) Holdings, Inc. He also leads “MOL Switch,” a corporate venture capital initiative he founded in May 2023 to invest in climate tech startups. Since joining MOL in 1992, Tomoaki has held diverse roles across human resources, container shipping, and energy businesses, including international assignments in Thailand and London. He played a pivotal role in advancing sustainable shipping as CEO of e5 Lab Inc., which delivered the world’s first battery-powered tanker. A Keio University graduate, he has steadily risen through MOL’s ranks, becoming Executive Officer in 2022 and Managing Executive Officer in 2023.

Sara Jensen

Co-Founder

Hugh & Grace

Sara Jensen is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Hugh & Grace, a science-backed wellness company delivering high-performance, hormone-supportive products for preventative health. Inspired by a 14-year personal journey with unexplained infertility, Sara helped launch a category-defining brand that’s transforming how people support their hormone health through high-performance formulations, education, and community. Hugh & Grace has been awarded 2025's Most Transformative Company and Fastest Growing Impact Company by Real Leaders, and one of the Fastest Growing Companies in California. The brand has been featured in Forbes, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, and International Business Times for its disruptive approach to wellness, sustainability, and social impact. At Manifest 2026, Sara will share how authentic storytelling, thoughtful innovation, and mission-driven entrepreneurship can redefine consumer trust—and scale impact globally.

Marc Kalmes

SVP Global Supply Chain

ChampionX

Frank Kantner

CSCO, US

IKEA

Jennifer Karpus-Romain

Executive Director

Transportation Marketing & Sales Association

Jennifer Karpus-Romain is the Executive Director of the Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA), the only nonprofit dedicated to advancing marketing and sales professionals in transportation and logistics. She oversees the strategy, growth, and operations of the organization, working in partnership with a dynamic Board of Directors made up of senior industry leaders. An experienced speaker and moderator in the transportation and logistics sector, Karpus-Romain is passionate about driving conversations around marketing, sales, and the future of the industry. Outside of TMSA, she has served on the Board for the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence, in various roles including the Board Presidency. Her career also includes roles such as director of marketing at a technology firm, founder of a content development firm, and adjunct professor at Cuyahoga Community College, where she taught digital marketing and social media strategy. She also has a background in publishing and communications

Yushiro Kato

CEO & Co-Founder

CADDi

Yushiro previously worked for McKinsey & Company, where he co-led the procurement sector for the manufacturing industry. He supported large manufacturers in Chicago, Milwaukee, New Jersey, and more. In November 2017, he founded CADDi with the mission to “unleash the potential of manufacturing.” In 2023, Yushiro was selected as one of the top 10 entrepreneurs by Forbes.

Wilhelm Kerl

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Amer Sports

Wilhelm Kerl is the Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) of Amer Sports Corporation and a member of its Executive Committee. In this role, he oversees the company’s global Manufacturing, Sourcing, Logistics, Sustainability, and Supply Chain Services. Since joining Amer Sports in 2004, he has played a key role in the company’s growth, shaping the supply chain organization to excel in service, cost, and quality. With a strong focus on transformation and future readiness, Wilhelm Kerl has initiated and executed large-scale strategic initiatives, driving efficiency, resilience, and sustainability in the supply chain. He firmly believes that people are the most critical asset of any organization and places them at the heart of his leadership approach. Before joining Amer Sports, he gained extensive experience in the automotive and plastics industries. He holds a degree in engineering and earned his MBA from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto.

Ian Kinne

Vice President, Logistics Innovation & Investments

Hillwood, a Perot Company

Ian Kinne serves as Vice President of Logistics Innovation and Investments at Hillwood, the developer of AllianceTexas and leader of the Mobility Innovation Zone. Ian leads the planning and implementation of the surface freight innovation program, as well as affiliated real estate and investment opportunities. He collaborates with established global corporate leaders and mid-to-late-stage logistics-focused companies to promote technology commercialization within the Mobility Innovation Zone. Ultimately, these efforts drive the future of mobility and supply chain efficiencies for Hillwood’s partners and the region.

Pinar Kucukyilmaz

Director, Continuous Improvement

FreshDirect

Pinar Kucukyilmaz, MBA, is a dynamic and results-driven executive leader with over 15 years of experience in business strategy, corporate development, product innovation, and transformation initiatives. Her expertise spans industries including food and beverage, grocery retail, technology, healthcare, furniture, wholesale, manufacturing, retail, automation, and importing. Pinar brings a unique blend of corporate leadership and entrepreneurial experience, excelling in international acquisitions, product development, and navigating complex business challenges. As Director of Continuous Improvement at FreshDirect, she leads high-impact transformation initiatives, optimizing supply chain operations through ML-driven NPS initiatives, automation, technology advancements, and cross-functional collaboration. With a track record of delivering multimillion-dollar improvements through process optimization, data-driven decision-making, and the systematic development of new service offerings, Pinar has positioned herself as a key voice in business and operational transformation. Passionate about the intersection of supply chain innovation, business strategy, entrepreneurship, cross-functional collaboration, and consumer-driven transformation, Pinar helps organizations break silos, integrate real-time customer feedback into operations, and drive measurable improvements in both business and supply chain performance. With extensive consulting experience and expertise in growth strategy, business transformation, and change management, she has successfully guided organizations through complex strategic initiatives. A firm believer in developing talent and fostering communication from the C-suite to frontline teams, Pinar is a key influencer in the evolving business and supply chain landscape, frequently engaging with industry peers to share insights on strategic growth, customer-centric transformation, and operational excellence

Matt Kulp

EVP & Managing Partner

St. Onge

With over 28 years of experience in facilities auditing and planning, equipment specification and justification, work standards, operations training, and project management within high volume distribution and e-commerce fulfillment centers, Mr. Kulp has also served in the role of EVP and Managing Partner of St. Onge Company since 2017. He is an active member of the Material Handling Industry organization and serves on several of their member groups, including The Robotics Group, the Solutions Community Group, and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee. Matt is a frequent speaker at the MHI annual conventions ProMat and Modex.

Gentry Lane

CEO, CTO & Co-Founder

Nemesis Global Inc

Gentry Lane is a software engineer, statistician and leading cyberpower projection theorist. In her day job, she’s the CEO, CTO & Founder of Nemesis Global, a cyber national security software company that serves American and allied militaries and critical goods and service providers. Appointed by the U.S. Department of Defense, she serves on NATO’s Science & Technology Organization cyber defense panel, shaping allied strategy for safeguarding military systems. She is a Fellow at the National Security Institute at George Mason University's Antonin Scalia Law School and an International Fellow at the Democratic Resilience Center at Helmut Schmidt University in Hamburg. A staunch STEMinist, Ms. Lane mentors young women interested in technology with national security applications and is a board advisor to deep tech startups. She is bilingual (English & French) and currently studying Polish.

Stephany Lapierre

CEO & Founder

Tealbook

Stephany Lapierre is the Founder and CEO of Tealbook. A lifelong entrepreneur, Stephany spent 10 years building a successful strategic sourcing and procurement consulting firm and it sparked her desire to solve the supplier data problem. Stephany is passionate about establishing the gold standard for supplier data and making it accessible to every large organization, which is why TealBook’s Supplier Data Platform automates the collection, verification, and enrichment of supplier data across any data lake or enterprise system. TealBook is a leader in procurement technology and has been chosen by Spend Matters as one of their "50 Vendors to Know," named a top 100 solution by ProcureTech, and ranked third overall in Canada's Technology Fast 50™ program presented by Deloitte. A highly-coveted supply chain thought leader, Stephany has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Supply Chain. Outside of work, you can find Stephany spending time with her husband and three daughters, and keeping active on the ski hill or in a pilates studio.

Claire Larsen

CEO

Vamo Delivery

"Claire Larsen is the CEO and co-founder of Vamo Delivery, a fast-growing B2B cold chain delivery platform transforming how businesses handle time-sensitive logistics. A Brigham Young University graduate and lifelong entrepreneur at heart, Claire launched Vamo while still in college, originally as an on-demand errand service aimed at helping busy parents, drawing inspiration from her experience as the oldest of three kids. But as the company grew, the market revealed a deeper need: reliable last mile cold chain delivery for businesses. Claire led the pivot, and under her leadership, Vamo has scaled rapidly, covering nearly half the nation in under 1 year to become a trusted partner for companies that rely on precision, speed, and care in every delivery.

Nick Lazzara

Partner

Randall Partners

Nicole LeBlanc

Partner

Woven Ventures

Nicole LeBlanc is a Partner at Woven Capital, Toyota’s growth-stage venture fund, where she focuses on investing in transformative companies in mobility, automation, AI, and sustainability. With over 18 years of experience in venture capital and strategic innovation, she works closely with portfolio companies to drive growth and create synergies within Toyota’s global ecosystem. Prior to Woven Capital, Nicole was a Partner at 2150, a European venture fund focused on urban technology and sustainability, supporting the development of sustainable cities. She also served as Director of Investments at Alphabet’s Sidewalk Labs, where she led efforts to invest in cutting-edge solutions for building more sustainable, innovative, and equitable cities. Before joining Sidewalk Labs, Nicole managed a portfolio of 150+ seed-stage startups at Canadian funds BDC Capital and NBIF, helping early-stage companies scale and succeed. She is also a founder and investor at Sandpiper.vc, a women-led venture fund dedicated to empowering women as both founders and investors. Nicole began her career as a CPA and remains active in the startup and investment community through board, advisory, and mentorship roles with charities, tech accelerators, and venture funds.

Sacni Leon

Head Of Global Inbound, Inventory Control, Reverse Logistics & Circularity Operations

Logitech

Sacni Leon is a strategic professional committed to driving sustainable and innovative solutions with over 20 years of extensive experience in customer experience, supply chain, circularity and operations. Throughout her career, she has excelled in optimizing processes, enhancing customer satisfaction, and implementing circular strategies. Sacni has led cross-functional teams, and cultivates strong partnerships with key stakeholders. Passionate about continuous improvement and excellence, she thrives in dynamic environments and is dedicated to delivering results that exceed expectations while promoting a more sustainable future.

Karin Levy

CEO

Zimark

Karin, the CEO of Zimark, is a seasoned executive with over 15 years of experience in shipping, logistics, and supply chain management. Prior to joining/establishing Zimark, Karin served as the Managing Director for Central America and the Caribbean at ZIM Integrated Shipping, one of leading ocean carriers in the world listed on the NYSE, significantly boosting sales and profitability in the region.

Nissan Levy

CEO

Ashdod Port Company

Took office in June 2024, has 30 years of experience with Israeli corporations, where he served 25 years in senior banking positions as a C level executive with Bank Mizrahi-Tefahot and with Bank of Jerusalem. His last role with Bank Mizrahi-Tefahot was VP of Human Capital, Resources and the Operations Division- his responsibilities also included the implementation and streamlining of banking processes and IT support. Has also served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of several of the Bank subsidiaries. Mr. Levi is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a BA in Economics and Accounting and an MBA from the Hebrew University, Jerusalem.

Sandra Leyva Martinez

Head Of Sustainability

CHEP

Sandra joined CHEP in 2025 as the Head of Sustainability for CHEP Americas where she leads sustainability initiatives. With a deep background in operationalizing sustainability across global supply chains, Sandra has previously held key roles at KION and Amazon. At KION, she operationalized sustainability across regions, safeguarding the supply chain from ESG risks, and at Amazon, she helped develop the Sustainability Solutions Hub for over 2.8 million sellers. Sandra is a TEDx speaker, Forbes Mexico moderator and LinkedIn top voice, with her posts reaching over 1 million impressions annually. She has been honored as one of Latin America's 21 Promises of Logistics and is a graduate of Harvard's Executive Education for Sustainability Leadership Program. Sandra holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL).

Simone Lode

Managing Director

HHLA Next GmbH

Simone Lode is Managing Director of HHLA Next and HHLA Digital Next. As venture building and investment unit of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA), HHLA Next develops new business models with a focus on digitalization and sustainability and invests in innovative companies in the maritime logistics sector. As an expert in the fields of strategy, innovation and M&A, Simone Lode has many years of professional experience in responsible positions at companies such as Bertelsmann / Deutsche Post and swb AG.

Amalia Londono

EVP End To End Supply Chain North America

Colgate-Palmolive

Amalia Londono is an experienced Supply Chain Professional, wife and mother of 3 sons, and is currently the Executive Vice President, End to End Supply Chain North America at Colgate-Palmolive. When she started her career making deodorant in a NJ plant, she didn’t envision that 20+ years later she would be leading the End-to-End Supply Chain for Colgate-Palmolive in North America. Over her career, she has had rich experiences domestically and internationally across various areas of the supply chain—working on the factory floor, launching innovative products, procuring raw and packaging materials, designing supply chain and logistics networks, and most importantly, developing and working with many talented and diverse people around the world. Currently, Amalia is excited to be leading the transformation of 5 manufacturing plants, 6 distribution centers, and an ecosystem of 20+ external manufacturers and copackers in North America into a digital, resilient, and sustainable supply chain. Amalia is known for her passion, pragmatic analysis, and delight of working with people. Amalia was born and raised in Medellin, Colombia. She has a degree in Chemical Engineering from MIT and an MBA from Wharton School of Business.

Christopher Longhito

SVP & Chief Supply Chain Officer

Global Industrial Company

Chris joined Global Industrial in 2019 and was promoted to Chief Supply Chain Officer in 2023. While at Global Industrial, he has held management roles in purchasing, inventory and customer experience. Prior to joining the Company, Chris held various leadership positions in supply chain and inventory management with Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare and Henry Schein. Chris has a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Finance from Loyola University in Maryland.

Etienne Louvet

CEO

IONADRONES

Etienne Louvet is the Founder and CEO of IONA. He also advises and invests in climate and deep-tech start-ups at Seed & Pre-Seed. Before IONA, he was consulting for start-ups and venture capital funds, and spent two years at Verizon Business on IoT and cybersecurity. He graduated from London Business School, where he occasionally does lectures on Autonomous Systems (AS) & Entrepreneurship.

Farrukh Mahboob

Founder & CEO

PackageX

Farrukh Mahboob is the Founder & CEO of PackageX, where he and his team are building the modern enablement layer for physical logistics operations — using vision-powered scanning and intelligent workflows to unlock data, streamline processes, and deliver real-time visibility from warehouse to final yard. With leadership experience at Staples, Accenture, and Ericsson, Farrukh brings deep expertise in AI, enterprise systems, and supply chain transformation — powering faster, smarter, and more connected logistics networks

Tasia Malakasis

CEO

The Company Lab

Tasia Malakasis is the CEO of The Company Lab (CO.LAB), a 501c3 entrepreneurial support organization that focuses on accelerating startups in the sustainable mobility (future-forward movement of people, goods, energy, and data) in Chattanooga, TN boasting some FOAK assets to help startups scale. Tasia’s passion for entrepreneurship prevails throughout her career. She built her early career helping grow and exit startups in media tech, and then acquired a creamery to scale and exit. At the heart of it, the exhilaration she’s felt at the beginning of a venture and the satisfaction of spurring its initial growth characterizes her journey regardless of the industry.

Sachin Mariguddi

Chief Supply Chain Officer, Americas

Elida Beauty

Sachin Mariguddi is an accomplished supply chain leader with over 17 years of experience in optimizing global supply chain operations. As Chief Supply Chain Officer Americas at Elida Beauty, he leads value creation initiatives and transformation of the end-to-end supply chain. Sachin spearheaded the selection, design, and implementation of several cutting-edge supply chain systems, driving significant performance improvements. He has extensive cross-cultural experience, having established winning teams across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. He holds an MBA in Supply Chain Management and is a certified business strategist. Outside of work, Sachin is passionate about mentoring young professionals and enjoys hiking and traveling.

Miguel Martins da Silva

Group Chief Supply Chain Officer

Dr. Max BDC

Miguel is the Chief Supply Chain Officer at Dr.Max, one of Europe’s largest omnichannel pharmacy retailers, operating more than 3,500 pharmacies, where he is leading the transformation toward a fully integrated, automated, and future-ready supply chain. With deep expertise in omnichannel retail, customer value proposition, and operational excellence, he focuses on scaling innovation through disciplined execution and bold thinking. His work spans across more than 30 countries and cultures, combining real-world impact with a long-term vision for how healthcare, retail, and logistics will evolve. Miguel is also active in global advisory and board-level discussions around the future of retail, supply chains, with a strong experience and knowledge on bridging and developing China and Western cooperation.

Jason Massey

CEO & Co-Founder

Ndustrial

Jason Massey is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ndustrial, the Energy Intensity platform for industry. Ndustrial provides software and services to help industrial operations combat inflation and climate change by optimizing the energy, emissions and cost required for each unit of production. The company provides market-leading primary-source data to report and reduce supply chain emissions and has helped customers avoid over $100M in energy spend to date. Ndustrial has the largest deployment of an energy management system in the global cold chain; customers include Lineage, ABB, W.L. Gore (makers of Gore-Tex) and more. Prior to Ndustrial, Jason spent more than 20 years building and financing technology companies across a range of sectors from clean energy to electric transportation. He has worked on projects such as Richard Branson's Carbon War Room (now part of the Rocky Mountain Institute) and the launch of Al Gore's The Climate Reality Project into China

Rob McIntosh

SVP, Global Fulfillment, Logistics And Trade

Dell Technologies

Rob leads the Dell Technologies Fulfillment, Logistics Operations & Trade Compliance organization within Dell Global Operations. He is responsible for delivery of Dell products to customers globally as promised, and with best-of-breed operational & cost efficiency through the logistics network. In this role, Rob also has responsibility for Global Returns & Refurbishment Operations, Software & Peripherals procurement and Services Logistics Operations. He also currently serves as the executive sponsor for the North America Supply Chain Development and Supply Chain Immersion programs for incoming undergraduate University Relations hires in Global Operations. Rob has been with Dell for 25 years, and has worked in several organizations including Consumer Sales, Marketing, and General Procurement. Prior to Dell, Rob worked with Vanstar, implementing total cost of ownership programs in technical support and services. He has a degree in Business & Management, and while at Dell, completed his Global Supply Chain eMBA from the University of Tennessee. Originally from South Dakota, Rob has traveled and worked in several countries and currently lives in Texas. Rob practices running & golf. He and his family enjoy volunteering while also encouraging friends & colleagues to engage in their local community, as well as across the globe.

D. Wayne McIntyre

CEO & Co-Founder

Relocalize

Wayne McIntyre is the Co-Founder and CEO of Relocalize, a cleantech company pioneering the decarbonization of food supply chains through autonomous microfactories.

Matt McLelland

VP Of Sustainability And Innovation

Covenant Logistics

Matt McLelland is the VP of Sustainability and Innovation for Covenant Logistics, an Integrated Logistics Provider with Assets. He leads all sustainability and innovation initiatives with primary focus on decarbonizing the class 8 trucking space, carbon reporting, and meeting with startups in an on-going effort to guide Covenant’s sustainability strategy of reducing customer impact on the environment. McLelland regularly speaks at different national and regional events on supply chain trends and innovation.

Juan Meisel

CEO

Grip Shipping

Juan C. Meisel is the CEO & Founder of Grip, the leading technology-driven logistics and fulfillment company for eCommerce DTC brands that sell frozen and refrigerated products. Leveraging AI and real-time optimization, Grip has shipped over $2B in perishable goods—reaching more than 80% of the U.S. in under 24 hours. Before founding Grip, Juan was part of the founding team at ButcherBox, where he played a key role in scaling the company to $500M. After experiencing firsthand the challenges of cold-chain logistics, he set out to build the infrastructure he wished he had—turning one of the supply chain’s most outdated segments into a performance engine for eCommerce DTC brands.

Pascal Montilus

Chief Supply Chain Officer

The Clorox Company

Effective January 2025, Pascal Montilus joined the Clorox Company in the role of Chief Supply Chain Officer based out of the Alpharetta, Georgia office. Prior to this role, Pascal Montilus held the position of Executive Vice President End to End Supply Chain for the Global Hygiene and Operations for the Reckitt Company. In this role, Pascal led the End to End Supply Chain function to service the Global Hygiene Business ambitions and the Enterprise wide Customer Service and Logistics strategy and execution. Additionally, Pascal developed and rolled-out comprehensive Supply Chain transformation strategies aligned with broader commercial plans to ensure optimized customer service and cost with a strong emphasis on agility, resiliency, productivity and speed of execution. Prior to this role Pascal Montilus held the position of Vice President End to End Supply Chain for the North America Division at Colgate Palmolive. In this role, Pascal was responsible for the Procurement, Manufacturing and Distribution of all Colgate Palmolive products within the North America Division. Prior to this role Pascal was the Vice President of Customer Service and Logistics at Colgate Palmolive where he was responsible for the establishment of a distribution network to enable the efficient Demand and Supply of manufacture goods throughout North Americas. Pascal role also focuses on developing superior Customer Engagement to drive mutual growth and deliver superior customer satisfaction. Pascal has additionally had the opportunity to lead various other functions such Global Direct Procurement, Regional and Global Supply Chains as well as Systems integration and Quality. Pascal career has enabled him to live in various global locations such United States, Canada, India, Russia, France and the Netherlands. Pascal holds a MBA in International Finance from New York University. He also has a Masters in Mechanical Engineering from NJIT and an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from McGill University in Montreal Canada.

Lisa Morales-Hellebo

Managing General Partner & Founder

REFASHIOND Ventures

Lisa has 28 years in tech, design and systems thinking, entrepreneurship, and community building, and has recently added VC to her list of titles as Founder & Co-Managing GP at REFASHIOND Ventures: the Industrial Transformation Fund — a NY-based venture fund that invests as the first institutional check in early-stage startups refashioning industrial value chains across Data & AI, Advanced Materials, Advanced Manufacturing, and Next Generation Logistics; defensible through economic moats. She has always been obsessed with how things are made and pioneered mass-customization, personalization, and on-demand micromanufacturing for P&G in Silicon Valley in 1999 at a company called Reflect.com. Lisa is catalyzing the paradigm shift to localized demand chains as CEO and Founder of REFASHIOND OS (rOS), which is deploying a unified Data Layer & Control Tower across manufacturing value chains. She is also a founder of The Worldwide Supply Chain Federation, an organization that is changing how supply chain professionals learn about, collaborate, and adopt early-stage supply chain innovation around the world. Lisa is a Carnegie Mellon University alum with University Honors, Techstars alum, founded & built the New York Fashion Tech Lab, serves on the board of 3 other accelerators, has been featured in numerous publications along with 2 books, and has been the recipient of several awards; including Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine’s Top Woman in Supply Chain 2022, Top 100 Women in Supply Chain 2020, 2021, 2022, & 2023; and WWD’s Most Influential ESG Leaders 2023

Tim Nall

EVP, Chief Global Supply Chain And Technology Officer

Brown-Forman

Tim Nall is an accomplished C-Suite executive with 25+ years of experience in operations management, manufacturing, and technology across diverse industries. He has a proven track record of driving continuous improvement and leveraging technology to solve complex business challenges in the dynamic consumer products sector. He is passionate about building strong relationships and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives. Tim is currently the executive vice president, chief global supply chain and technology o cer for Brown-Forman. Tim has served on the Executive Leadership Team since 2021. In his role, he is responsible for all facets of Brown-Forman's global supply chain ranging from its sourcing and procurement to its operations and global distribution network as well as all facets of Brown-Forman’s information technology infrastructure including artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, ERP applications, and cyber security. Since 2000, he has held positions of increasing responsibility within Brown-Forman’s production operations. He started his career managing one of Brown-Forman’s Ready-to-Drink operations, then moved to Ukiah, California in 2007 where he became the general manager of the wines division before returning to Louisville in 2010. Tim maintained responsibility for the wine operations while also becoming the vice president, director of technical services before assuming the senior vice president, chief information and advanced analytics o cer role. In March 2022 he assumed his current role leading global supply chain and technology. Prior to Brown-Forman, he was employed by Alcoa, American Air Filters, and S.S.T.I. (Ford Motor Company/Johnson Controls joint venture). Within Brown-Forman, Tim is an executive sponsor for SPIRIT, the employee resource group committed to creating an environment where all employees feel welcome as contributing members of the organization, regardless of their own choice of whether or not to drink. In the community, Tim currently sits on the board of directors for the YMCA of Greater Louisville and previously served on the board for Home of the Innocents, CASA of the River Region, DendriFund, and The Duckhorn Portfolio, Inc. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Louisville JB Speed School of Engineering. He later earned a Master of Business Administration at the University of Louisville with a concentration in operations management. Tim currently resides in Prospect, Kentucky.

John Navas

VP, Head Of Operations

Allivet

Neil Neufeld

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Misfits Market

From line cook to CSCO, Neil has worked in nearly all aspects of the food and beverage industry throughout his career. Serving as Director of Operations for eatZi’s Market & Bakery, he was responsible for managing and controlling costs, generating financial results, and increasing cash flow in all four high-volume units. As Director of Food Service for Central Market, HEB’s gourmet grocery concept in Austin, Texas, Neil designed and managed a $5M facility remodel, created a leadership mentoring program for the company’s flagship unit, and implemented a food-tasting program, resulting in a significant increase in food quality. He went on to serve as SVP of Operations for Balducci’s, a multi-unit specialty market with $135M in annual revenues, where he successfully reduced store labor by creating and implementing an innovative total-store labor system. As Chief Operating Officer for Marvelous Market, Neil’s charge was developing franchise operations, building and systematizing their franchise model to grow from 5 to 100 locations. Neil’s next post was Vice President at Vucurevich|Simons Advisory Group, the industry-leading food service consulting and development firm, where he leveraged his wealth of experience managing nearly all aspects of both restaurant and food retail operations to help everything from restaurants to grocery stores to food trucks launch and optimize their businesses. Using sales and marketing, financial models, and implementing operational systems, he helped many business owners realize greater profits. Revolution Foods provides healthy school and community meals for kids, adults, and seniors across the country. As EVP of Operations, Neil launched nationwide from a west coast company and scaled the business from $20M to $160M. He reduced product and labor costs and increased gross margin by 10% through systematizing, optimizing, and automating production operations. Additionally, he managed the full distribution fleet, including 175 company-leased vehicles, by outsourcing remote and long-haul vehicles in 10 domestic markets. He optimized the market service area from a 3-hour to an 11-hour radius by designing and deploying a customized hub-and-spoke model for launching small markets. He also garnered a 90% annual renewal rate by integrating internal and external KPI reports and developing an account management team of 35 regional partnership managers and directors. In his current role as Chief of Supply Chain at Misfits Market/Imperfect Foods, a mission-based online grocery company aiming to reduce food waste, Neil has scaled the business from $25M to $500M+, expanded facilities from 4 to 50, and rebranded the company from Imperfect Produce to Imperfect Foods. He championed the buildout of 45 Fulfillment and one Distribution Center, including overseeing all real estate negotiations and formal launch and built a continuous improvement (CI) department. He created an in-house, last-mile department of 600+ fleet and middle mile of 40 fleet and inbound logistics system.

Michael Newcity

Strategic Advisor & Investor

NewRoad Capital Partners

Michael Newcity is a seasoned C-suite executive and board advisor who has spent three decades at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and technology. Having served as CFO, CIO, and Chief Innovation Officer at a Fortune 1000 logistics company, he brings a rare combination of financial discipline, technological depth, and strategic foresight. At ArcBest, Michael transformed technology from a back-office function into a front-line growth driver. He pioneered a venture-style innovation portfolio, embedded intrapreneurship into the culture, and led the development of Vaux, a patented material handling system recognized by TIME as one of the Best Inventions of 2023. Today, Michael advises venture and growth equity, helping founders and leadership teams scale breakthrough technologies in AI, robotics, and supply chain. Known for his collaborative approach and ability to connect ideas to execution, he’s a trusted voice on how companies navigate disruption and build what’s next.

Sylvia Ng

CEO

ReturnBear

Sylvia Ng is the CEO of ReturnBear, a first-to-market global end-to-end returns management solution, and a notable leader “to watch” in Canada’s tech ecosystem. With over 18 years of experience in technology, Sylvia noticed a gap in the e-commerce industry, where retail returns were costly and difficult for merchants. Now, Sylvia is on a mission to make retail returns accessible for everyone, and better for the planet. Sylvia has held past roles at eBay and Google, and most recently was a General Manager at Shopify where she worked on products to help early stage ecommerce merchants grow their businesses. In conjunction with her current role, Sylvia is also the founder of Amidira, a Toronto-based startup helping patients and caregivers fight cancer through gift boxes and lifestyle content. Sylvia is an active speaker at tech industry events such as Elevate, Women in Product, SMX, and Big Data Toronto, and was named one of Bay Street Bull’s 30 Women of the Year in 2022.

Coby Nilsson

CEO & Co-Founder

Enveyo

Camila Noordeloos

General Partner

Grand Ventures

Camila is a General Partner at Grand Ventures. She identifies promising investment opportunities across the firm’s sectors of interest, works closely with portfolio companies on strategy development and implementation, and spearheads fundraising and operations for the firm. Prior to Grand, she spent six years at GE Ventures, playing a crucial role in building the foundation for it to become one of the most active corporate venture capital firms in the country, and managing a portfolio of over 150 investment companies. Her recent recognitions include being named a Venture Capital’s Rising Star 2024 (Venture Capital Journal), Crain’s Women of Influence (Crain’s 2025), and 39 Most Important VCs in the Midwest (Business Insider 2022). She is a Michigan Venture Capital Association Board Member, a Kauffman Fellows graduate, and recently co-founded the Great Lakes Venture Capital Summit

Aubrie Pagano

Partner

Alpaca Ventures

Aubrie Pagano is a General Partner at Alpaca VC, an early-stage venture capital firm based in New York, where she invests in companies transforming commerce through technology. Before transitioning to full-time investing in 2020, she founded Bow & Drape, a pioneering customizable fashion brand that achieved profitability and was acquired by WIN Brands Group in 2019. She began her investing career while operating as an investor at XFactor Ventures, backing female-founded startups such as Maude, Ceremonia, and Shiru. Currently, she sits on the boards of several companies, including Pack Digital, Mayple, Intramotev, Optiversal, and TapStitch. Recognized for her contributions to entrepreneurship and investing, Aubrie has been featured in Forbes 30 Under 30, LinkedIn's Next Wave, and BI's Top 40 Female Seed Investors. She resides in Brooklyn with her partner and their child, Lucky. For more insights from Aubrie, you can visit her website at aubriepagano.com or subscribe to her newsletter, ""I’d Buy It,"" on Substack.

Pablo Palafox

CEO & Co-Founder

HappyRobot

Pablo is a PHD in AI & Computer Vision from TUM Munich. Along with his founders, Javi & Lis, Pablo was one of the first in the world to put human-like AI on the phone in late 2023. Since then, Pablo has immersed himself in the world of logistics & supply chain, leveraging his expertise for practical applications of artificial intelligence. Sitting at the intersection of industry and cutting edge technology, Pablo offers a unique perspective into how AI can transform supply chain operations.

Anna Peckhart

VP Supply Chain Planning & Compliance

Ulta Beauty

Anna is the Vice President of Supply Chain Planning & Compliance at Ulta Beauty where she leads sales & operations planning (S&OP) and supplier operations. This includes leading forecasting, capacity planning, supplier collaboration, supplier compliance, and capabilities. She has a passion for operational excellence and a commitment to fostering strong partnerships.

Enrique Perret

Director

US Mexico Foundation

Ivo Petkov

Head Of Contracts Management

Vale

I started my career in Procurement in 2014, passed through supplier management and was appointed Head of Vale Contracts Management department for the Middle East in 2021. Starting this year, I am responsible for establishing and leading a centralized contract management unit in the EME and APAC regions. My responsibilities include developing teams and processes from the ground up, while ensuring respect for human rights, sustainability, and operational excellence. As a goal-oriented supply chain professional with over 10 years of experience, I focus on sustaining revenue growth, enhancing profit margins, mitigating business risks, and creating an enduring competitive advantage. I advocate for supply chain digitization and automation of workflows. Additionally, I am passionate about developing resilient, high-performance teams, coaching, and mentoring.

Amanda Prochaska

Chief Wonder Officer

Wonder Services

Ganesh Ramakrishna

CEO & Founder

Lyric

Ganesh Ramakrishna is the Founder & CEO of Lyric, a Supply Chain AI technology company. Before Lyric, Ganesh co-founded Opex Analytics, a leading Data Science solutions company, which was subsequently acquired by LLamasoft and became an integral part of Coupa. Before his entrepreneurial journey, Ganesh held global leadership roles at IBM. Ganesh is an alumnus of Purdue University.

Andreas Raptopoulos

CEO

Matternet

Andreas is the founder and CEO of Matternet. Mattternet designs, builds and operates autonomous drone networks that enable ultra-fast, low-cost and zero-emission package delivery in healthcare and commerce. Andreas holds a Dipl.-Ing. in Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics and is a Royal College of Art graduate in Design. He holds several US and international patents, was a speaker at TED Global (2013), a participant of the World Economic Forum in Davos (2016 & 2017) and is a member of WEF’s Global Drones and Aerial Mobility Council.

Linda Reddy

Global Head Of Supply Chain

Nando's Group Limited

Linda Reddy serves as the Global Supply Chain Executive for Nando’s Group Limited in the UK, bringing extensive expertise to her role. She oversees the company’s supply chain operations spanning 27 countries, managing procurement, manufacturing, and logistics with precision and vision. With a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, Linda champions responsible sourcing, fostering support for smallholder farmers and local supply chains, especially in Southern Africa. Boasting over two decades of experience, she excels in steering multinational teams through the complexities of global supply chains, demonstrating exceptional strategic leadership. At Nando’s, she drives innovation within its distinctive vertically integrated supply chain, seamlessly connecting chili farms, sauce production, and restaurant operations. Beyond her role at Nando’s, Linda contributes her insights to the board of the Global Fund, a $4 billion initiative delivering medical supplies to over 100 countries, reflecting her profound grasp of global logistics and healthcare distribution. Her academic foundation includes an MBA, complemented by executive education from Harvard Business School and the University of the Witwatersrand, underscoring her robust leadership credentials. Linda’s core beliefs shape her approach: she is dedicated to developing more leaders, building strong global networks, and empowering women in business. These principles earned her the prestigious Supply Chain Executive of the Year award. Her impact reaches far beyond the business realm. Linda hiked to Machu Picchu to raise awareness for 3,500 gender-based violence victims, summited Kilimanjaro to support 4,200 girls, and has supported education initiatives in townships. As an Advisory Board member for The Global Fund and a mentor to hundreds of women, she continues to inspire and uplift communities worldwide.

Sofia Rivas

Supply Chain Network Design And Optimization Manager

HP

Jeff Rivera

Global Chief Operating Officer

Lineage

Jeff Rivera oversees Lineage’s operations across the organization as Global Chief Operating Officer. He and his team are focused on creating operational excellence across the company through flawless execution, ensuring top-quality customer experience and making Lineage a great place to work. As a values-focused servant leader, Jeff is committed to creating a strong company culture where every team member can thrive. Prior to joining Lineage, Jeff held several leadership positions at Con-Way Freight, Menlo Worldwide Logistics and General Motors. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Michigan Technical University and a Master’s degree from Stanford University.

Jessica Robinson

Partner

Assembly Ventures

Jessica Robinson is a Co-Founder & Partner at Assembly Ventures. Board member at Motmot and NAVIT. 10+ years in mobility strategy and operations including Zipcar (IPO 2011) and Ford City Solutions. Launched 6 global corporate accelerators with Techstars. Harvard Business School Young American Leader.

Carlos Ruiz

EVP, Chief Supply Chain Officer

Church & Dwight

Carlos Ruiz is the newly appointed EVP, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Church & Dwight. He joins the company with extensive experience in operations and supply chain leadership, most recently serving as Chief Operations Officer, North America for L'Oréal, where he was a member of the L'Oréal USA Strategic Committee. During his tenure at L'Oréal, he led the modernization of manufacturing and supply chain operations, spearheading initiatives in digitalization, automation, and sustainability. He held progressive leadership roles within L'Oréal, including Vice President of Manufacturing for the US market (2015), Head of Operations for Hispanic America (2019), and Chief Operations Officer for Latin America (2020). Prior to joining L'Oréal, Mr. Ruiz built a strong foundation in operations and supply chain management through roles at Cebal Mexico, Alcan Packaging Americas, and Kraft Foods Group. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and a Master of Business Administration, both from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM), Mexico. Mr. Ruiz is a people-first leader with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and building high-performing teams.

Takuya Sakamoto

CEO

MOL PLUS Co., Ltd

Joined Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. in 2012. Engaged in vessel operations for Korean/Indian customers in the Coal and Iron Ore Division. Transferred to MOL Cape (Singapore) as Manager in 2015. In 2017, joined MOL Car Carrier Division, experienced chartering, and planning for 100 car carriers. In 2020, as the first case of MOL’s business proposal system, proposed the establishment of Maritime CVC to the MOL Board Members, which was adopted. In July 2020, began preparing for the establishment of CVC as a project manager in the Corporate Marketing Department. In April 2021, established MOL PLUS and become of its CEO.

Abdelaziz Salah

VP, Supply Chain

Kimberly-Clark

A senior executive with 20+ years of E2E supply chain and manufacturing experience in the FMCG industry, across multiple regions. Proficient in supply chain transformational strategies and programs with strong leadership and motivational skills across diverse cultures. He is an expert in SC strategies that drive business performance, profitability & resilience in developed and developing markets. Passionate about safety, sustainability, people development, digital transformation, quality and driving excellence in execution – A results-oriented leader. He currently serves as the Vice President of Supply Chain IFP at Kimberly-Clark, a global leader in manufacturing and distributing personal care and hygiene products. Prior to this role, he was the Chief Supply Chain Officer at Ecotone; the leading European organic food manufacturer, where he was responsible for E2E Supply Chain including Plan, Make, Source and Deliver. In his previous roles at Unilever and J&J, Abdelaziz had extensive experience across Africa, Middle East, and Turkey covering all the different areas of the supply chain. He has lived and worked in many locations like Canada, Egypt, U.A.E, KSA, Ghana, and is currently residing in the Netherlands, since 2018. On a personal level, Abdelaziz is passionate about diving, he enjoys spending time with his family and playing Squash with friends.

Jason Salfi

CEO

Dimensional Energy

Jason Salfi has been a sustainability focused investor, entrepreneur, and consultant for over 25 years. In 1997, he founded Comet Skateboards, a pioneering B Corporation which became an early leader in the use of sustainable materials and manufacturing approaches. After selling the company in 2014, he consulted with several Fortune 500 companies on creating regenerative and profitable business models. Work for these companies included lean manufacturing consulting, product design standards, and acquisition strategy. In 2019, Jason served as an Innovation Advisor for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and he sits on the Board for Scale for Climate Tech – a manufacturing readiness company that specializes in helping companies span the chasms of moving from design to manufacture. Jason holds a degree in Natural Resource Management from Cornell University.

Michele Sancricca

CEO & Co-Founder

Secro

Michele Sancricca is the founder and CEO of Secro, a breakthrough technology company redefining how global trade is conducted. Through digital documentation, secure transaction layers, and tokenization, Secro delivers trusted, scalable infrastructure for the most complex and regulated logistic and trade finance environments. Before launching Secro, Michele held senior product leadership roles at Amazon and AWS, where he spearheaded innovations in logistics systems and enterprise technology. He also founded and led the digital transformation practice at MSC, the world's largest ocean carrier, where he helped digitize one of the most sophisticated supply chain networks on Earth. This deep operational experience, combined with his background in advanced cloud technologies, gives Michele a unique blend of logistics and tech leadership rarely seen in the industry. Michele is a published author and holds multiple patents across the U.S. and Europe, covering technologies in digital trust, secure documentation, and trade infrastructure. A frequent speaker on innovation in logistics and fintech, he pairs deep technical expertise with pragmatic business acumen. His leadership style is shaped in part by his early service as a naval officer, where he cultivated executional discipline and strategic mindset. Michele is an alumnus of the Italian Naval Academy and Harvard Business School. A sailing and fitness enthusiast, Michele lives in Charleston SC, with his wife and two kids

Scott Schienvar

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Sol de Janeiro

With over 25 years of global experience leading end-to-end supply chains across consumer goods, beauty, and beverage alcohol industries, Scott is a transformational executive known for building high-performing teams and leading them to innovative solutions for complex, cross-functional challenges. As Chief Supply Chain Officer at Sol de Janeiro, he oversees the Global Supply Chain, R&D, Product Development, Packaging, ESG, and IT—driving the modernization of operations to support rapid growth while staying true to the brand’s entrepreneurial spirit. Prior to Sol de Janeiro, he led large-scale transformations at industry leaders such as L’Oréal and Bacardi, resulting in world-class manufacturing performance, improved service levels, enhanced gross margins, and increased team engagement. He has deep experience across planning, sourcing, logistics, innovation, and manufacturing, with a particular focus on fostering deep customer collaboration and translating business strategy into agile, end-to-end supply chain capabilities. He is widely recognized for his innovative thinking, out-of-the-box problem solving, and ability to unlock value through teams. A passionate and people-first leader, he creates cultures of ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement—developing supply chains that not only serve the business, but shape its future.

Rima Seiilova-Olson

CEO & Co-Founder

Tenvos

2x founder passionate about raising the bar for safety. Previously Forbes AI 50 in North America, Fierce 15. Started her career at a fintech decacorn with the largest IPO of 2024 on Nasdaq at $17Bln. Former competitive programmer (ICPC).

Hannah Sieber

CEO & Co Founder

Artyc

Hannah Sieber holds an MS in Earth Science and an MBA from Stanford University. She is a serial entrepreneur in the clean tech and electrification space. She is the CEO and Cofounder of Artyc, which builds and designs battery powered self-cooling containers for shipping temperature sensitive goods. Prior to that she co-founded Ecoflow, a consumer battery company that is valued at over $1 billion. Alongside her co-founders, she was recognized as Forbes 30 under 30 in Energy in 2018 for their work at Ecoflow. She is passionate about building physical products that drive transformational change, improve our climate, and support our communities. Hannah is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and has lived in Shenzhen, Shanghai, Hangzhou and Beijing.

Haymon Sinapius

Director

Innoport

Haymon is the Investment Director at Innoport, the Schulte Group’s corporate VC arm. He started his career in shipping in 2007, working in Europe and Asia, focusing on new business opportunities and change management. From 2011 to 2018 he scaled two production companies in East Africa before switching to the investor side. His experience in having worked in and with startups for over a decade in different parts of the world enables him to identify great founding teams as well as to understand and support them in their needs. Haymon studied Philosophy and Economics at the London School of Economics and holds an entrepreneurship-focused MBA from Cass Business School.

Harpinder Singh

Partner

Innovation Endeavors

Harpinder (Harpi) is a partner at Innovation Endeavors and an experienced entrepreneur. He has spent nearly two decades building products for emerging industries at the intersection of mobile, data, and deep tech. He founded two technology companies that were successfully acquired — both of which he co-founded with Innovation Endeavors Partner, Scott Brady. Harpi led investments in: Tromzo, which brings security visibility and control to the entire software lifecycle from code to cloud; Panther, a threat detection and response platform powered by a highly scalable security data lake and detection-as-code; and Gatik, which is developing self-driving solutions for urban logistics. Prior to becoming a partner at Innovation Endeavors, Harpi was co-founder and CEO at Slice Technologies (acquired by Rakuten), a data and analytics company that provides market insights about eCommerce to the world’s largest consumer brands. He previously co-founded FiberTower (acquired by First Avenue Networks), the largest independent provider of backhaul to wireless carriers, where he was the head of product. Harpi grew up in Chandigarh, a city in northern India. He earned a BS in computer science at the IIT-BHU in Varanasi. He immigrated to the US to attend Indiana University Bloomington, where he earned an MS in computer science and, later, an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. In addition to investing, Harpi is a lecturer in management at the Stanford Graduate School of Business

Ajay Singh

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Hindustan Platinum

Ajay Singh is a distinguished Supply Chain Transformational Business Leader with an impressive track record spanning over 30 years. Throughout his career, he has exhibited prowess in Developing, Structuring, Operating and delivering multi-functional tactical and strategic assignments predominantly in Supply Chain Management. Currently, Ajay Singh is serving with Hindustan Platinum Pvt Ltd as Chief Supply Chain Officer & Vice President. He plays a pivotal role in shaping and optimizing the Supply Chain processes within the organization. His expertise extends across diverse industries including Heavy Industry, Electrical & Electronics, Automobile, Telecom, Specialty Chemical, Engineering, Precious Metal. Ajay Singh's Exceptional contributions to the field have not gone unnoticed, earning several prestigious accolades including CSCO of the Year, Great Supply Chain Leader Award, Transformation Leader Award.

Karolina Smith

CEO

Best and Basic

Karolina Smith is a dynamic leader and business transformation expert hailing from the Netherlands, currently serving as the CEO of Best & Basic. With a robust background managing complex global integrations for Fortune 500 companies, including high-impact SAP implementations, she has established herself as a powerhouse in the field. Karolina has partnered with renowned brands such as SC Johnson, Guthy-Renker, Lashify, and Cart.com, leveraging her deep expertise in change management, agile leadership, and strategic operations to unlock growth and facilitate critical transitions. She excels in listening to the challenges clients face and is committed to providing sustainable and cost-effective solutions that drive lasting impact. A graduate of the University of Applied Sciences, she is fluent in English, Polish, Dutch, and German. Known for her visionary outlook and results-driven approach, Karolina combines European precision with an entrepreneurial spirit, passionately building scalable, high-performance operations and transforming complexity into clarity for some of the world’s most innovative organizations.

Todd Soller

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Patagonia

Curtis Spencer

CEO

Bloodhound Tracking Device

Mr. Spencer is the CEO of IMS Worldwide, Inc. (IMSW) and Bloodhound Tracking Device, Inc. (BTD) headquartered in Houston, Texas. Mr. Spencer is a nationally regarded expert on matters related to Logistics and Intermodal Shipping Trends, Ports, Inland Ports and Rail-Served Logistics Centers and how they Impact Industrial Real Estate, Development and Utilization of Foreign-Trade Zones for Importers and Exporters, Impact of E-Commerce on Logistics and Supply Chains and Industrial Real Estate. After spending 22 years searching for a tracking and security solution, in 2021 Mr. Spencer launched BTD with a pair of NASA engineers and Mr. Steve Schellenberg, another IMSW alumni. BTD is now the leading track, trace and security device for containers, trailers and chassis.

Vickram Srivastava

Head Of Supply Chain - North America

Sun Pharma

Vickram has completed his Masters in Supply Chain Management from SP Jain Institute of Management and has close to 2 decades of experience in Logistics, Heavy Engineering and Life Science Industries across South East Asia, Middle East, India and North America. He has occupied positions in Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain Execution and Product Management at various times. Vickram is described as a ‘go-getter’ and recognized as a thought leader in Supply Chain Practice. He is known for marrying Supply Chain Concepts and Practice in the pursuit of excellence. He was recently recognized as a Supply Chain Super Achiever(40-under-40) by Celerity in the Healthcare sector. Vickram currently heads the Supply Chain for North America at Sunpharma. Sun is India’s largest and one of world’s leading generic pharmaceutical & API manufacturer with multiple production facilities spread across 5 continents and sales footprint across 100+ countries

Sebastian Stahl

SVP Global Air Freight

UTC Overseas

With over 30 years of expertise in international project logistics and supply chain management, I've held executive positions globally. Formerly, I served as CEO of Conceptum Logistics Aero in Germany and Senior VP roles at Inxeption Inc. and TVS SCS (GFS) in the US and Singapore, respectively. Currently, I'm spearheading the airfreight product division at UTC Overseas Group across 20+ countries, shaping the industry's future. Beyond business, I'm an avid traveler, family person, and music enthusiast, finding inspiration in diverse cultures and quality time spent with loved ones.

Chris Stallman

Managing Partner

Fontinalis

Chris Stallman is a Managing Partner at Fontinalis Partners, an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in the new frontiers of mobility, industrial, and energy innovation. Since joining Fontinalis in 2011, Chris has led or been a close part of several investments in software & data (e.g., FreightWaves, Chain.io, and Telogis), services (e.g., Highland Electric Fleets), and marketplaces (e.g., Turo and Postmates). Prior to Fontinalis, Chris spent five years at Stout working with an array of industrial & financial sponsor clients across a variety of transaction advisory and other advisory engagements. He received an undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business and is a CFA charterholder.

Meri Stevens

Chief Operations Officer

Kenvue

As Chief Operations Officer for Kenvue, Meri drives end-to-end transformation accelerating operational excellence, digitization and automation to fuel growth and unlock value. Her organization spans Supply Chain, Procurement and Quality dedicated to ensuring Kenvue’s portfolio of iconic brands are consistently available to customers and consumers worldwide. Previously, Meri served as Johnson & Johnson Worldwide Vice President, Consumer Health Supply Chain & Deliver, and prior Johnson & Johnson Supply Chain Strategy & Deployment. In these roles, she was instrumental in reinventing the organization to achieve world-class performance, including rising to the top five of the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25 pyramid, receiving recognition by the World Economic Forum, developing a breakthrough 3D printing innovation in Medical Devices and assuring the flow of critical medicines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Meri’s extensive experience spans more than 30 years with senior leadership roles at global corporations, including Chief Supply Chain Officer at Newell Rubbermaid and various operations and procurement leadership roles at Tyco, Bertelsmann, Knoll and General Electric. Meri is a purpose-driven leader dedicated to mentoring the next generation of leaders and STEM professionals. She proudly serves as an executive sponsor of the Women at Kenvue impact network and actively champions the company’s Equity in STEM program. Committed to education and community engagement, she is the Vice Chair of the Smithsonian Science Education Center Advisory Board. Meri holds a B.S. in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering and a M.S. in Industrial Management, both from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Oronzo Suma

Chief Supply Chain Performance Management Officer

United Nations

Lior Tal

CEO

Cyngn

Lior Tal has served as Cyngn’s CEO and a Chairman since 2016. Prior to joining, Lior was the director of international growth and partnerships at Facebook for five years. He also has previous executive experience as cofounder of Snaptu, which was later acquired by Facebook. Here, he helped grow the user base from launch to tens of millions of users over a two-year period. Prior, Lior was a partner at Barzam, Tal, Lerer Attorneys at law & Patent attorneys for three years, and further held leadership roles at Actimize (acquired by NICE), DiskSites (acquired by EMC), and Odigo (acquired by Comverse).

Kenji Togasaki

SVP

IINO LINES

25 years of experience in ocean shipping, both commercial and administration. Tanker chartering/operation, ship finance, management accounting and strategy planning. Now in charge of innovation and business development at IINO LINES, New York.

Paul Tonsager

CEO & Founder

Integrated Multi-Modal Solutions, LLC

Experienced Executive Leader, Consultant and Strategic Advisor with over 30 years in global supply chain and logistics. Career includes leadership roles at A.P. Moller-Maersk, CN Rail, Crowley Maritime, Patriot Rail & Ports, and Coyote Logistics. Deep expertise across operations, procurement, intermodal strategy, and commercial leadership. Currently advising multiple supply chain technology startups—from pre-seed to Series B—on growth strategy, go-to-market execution, and industry partnerships.

Jason Tse

Manager, Cargo Development & Partnerships

Vancouver Airport Authority

Jason Tse has held the position of Manager, Cargo Development and Partnerships at YVR since 2019. He provides subject matter leadership within the organization and community for the air cargo supply chain with the role focused on the key pillars of market intelligence, business development, strategy, partnerships, and innovation. Jason has been with YVR since 2000 working previously in Air Service Development for 13 years as well as stints in Corporate Finance and Innovation. In 2015, he took a 3-year leave from YVR to join HQ Vancouver as Executive Director Business Development, to attract the establishment of foreign head offices in British Columbia. He holds a degree in Economics from the University of British Columbia, an MBA from the University of Saskatchewan, as well as the Canadian Investment Manager (CIM) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designations. He is the Chair of the Board for the Richmond Chamber of Commerce where he currently resides. He is a member of the ACI-North America Air Cargo Committee and leads a monthly meeting of Canadian airport cargo leads. Previously, he was Executive Director for MAPLE Business Council - BC Chapter, Co-Chair of the UBC Alumni Advisory Council, and a Director for the Hong Kong Canada Business Association and Tourism Richmond. Jason enjoys playing softball and skiing and is also an avid football fan across various leagues and levels.

Eelco van der Zande

Managing Director

ReBound Returns

Eelco van der Zande is an accomplished executive with over two decades of leadership experience in global supply chain, procurement, and operations. Currently Managing Director at ReBound, he previously held senior roles at Starbucks Coffee, Adidas, and Unilever, driving large-scale logistics and procurement strategies across Europe, the US, and Asia. Eelco holds advanced degrees in Economics and Asian Studies, and has completed executive education at Harvard Law School.

Michael Van Keulen

Chief Procurement Officer

Coupa

Procurement evangelist with 20+ years of progressive Finance and Procurement experience at global companies Procurement Thought leader frequently consulted by practitioners looking to (digitally) transform Business Spend Management Member of Sourcing Industry Group (SIG) Board of Advisors Lead multiple global (digital) procurement transformations driving significant value 3-time Coupa customer Especially passionate about Business Transformation, ESG, Diversity & Inclusion and sustainability

Julian VanErlach

SVP, Global Supply Chain & Customer Service

FabFitFun, Inc

Julian Van Erlach is the SVP of Global Supply Chain, Fulfillment, Logistics and Customer Service at FabFitFun. He has been with the company for nearly six years. Prior to FabFitFun, he held executive roles in supply chain and inventory management at Harbor Freight Tools, Trans World Entertainment, and RadioShack, and was COO of Discover Books. Van Erlach holds over two dozen patents and has authored four peer-reviewed Finance journal papers. His expertise includes scaling and transforming operations, building high-performing teams, and driving game-changing innovations. He is known for his leadership and ability to solve complex problems, and his teams have made game-changing improvements in multiple industries and are featured in Forbes and Supply Chain Management Magazines.

Sonali Vijayavargiya

Managing Partner & Founder

Augment Ventures

Sonali is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor, leading Augment Ventures, a founder-focused venture fund driving innovation in transformative industries through breakthrough technologies. With over two decades of experience, she has been instrumental in mentoring and investing in high-impact startups. Early in her career, she guided Rediff.com to a successful NASDAQ listing. Sonali sits on multiple board seats of her portfolio companies, actively driving value and strategic growth, including LLamasoft, a Michigan-based unicorn where she was an early backer. As an active member of All Raise, NVCA, and several universities and incubators, she actively mentors and engages deeply with the entrepreneurial community. Holding a BS in Statistics and an MBA, she balances her professional leadership with her passions as a technologist, traveler, and mother.

Alberto Villarreal

CEO

Nepanoa

Joe Volpe

Managing Director

Merck Global Health Innovation Fund

Joe Volpe is a founding partner at the Merck Global Health Innovation Fund (MGHIF), is a growth-focused investor that partners with leading digital health and AI companies to enhance biopharmaceutical operations and improve patient care. With $600 million in assets under management, MGHIF supports emerging healthcare technology firms worldwide by leveraging Merck’s extensive R&D capabilities. The fund's strategy centers on integrating innovative companies and complementary technologies to develop comprehensive healthcare solutions.which is a growth investor partnering with innovative digital health and data science companies that facilitate and optimize biopharmaceutical operations with the goal of improving patient care. At GHIF, Joe leads the firm's investments in supply chain, manufacturing, and information technology (IT). His current portfolio companies include; AeroSafe Global, CargoSense, Redica, Tag-N-Trac, and TransVoyant. With extensive expertise in corporate development, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, start-ups, and acquisition integration, Joe brings more than 30 years of investment experience to his role. Prior to joining Merck, he held innovation and investment positions at Johnson & Johnson.

Bryan Wayda

Chief Supply And Service Officer

Rodan + Fields

Peter Wells

CEO

TemperPack

Peter Wells is CEO of TemperPack, a leading developer of sustainable packaging technologies. Peter previously served as CEO of Smart Wires and of General Electric's Onshore Wind Energy division in Europe. With over two decades of global experience in the sustainability sector, he has been successfully leading organizations at the forefront of innovation and the adoption of new technologies. Peter is passionate about building teams, helping customers win, and striving for big ambitious goals.

Rod West

EVP, Global Supply Chain

Dollar General

Rod West is Dollar General’s Executive Vice President of Global Supply Chain. He leads the company’s comprehensive global distribution center operations, transportation, and private fleet. Rod has nearly 30 years of supply chain and retail operations experience with extensive knowledge in strategy development, implementation and process improvement. He joined Dollar General in 2005 as Vice President of Process Improvement and has held roles of increasing responsibility throughout his 20+ years of Serving Others. He led initiatives in supply chain, finance, merchandising, operations and store development, including the strategic design and full implementation of the DG Fresh initiative. Prior to joining Dollar General, he held several roles with Kurt Salmon Associates where he oversaw the transformation of store operations, led the launch of new product lines and services and increased inventory productivity for numerous clients in the retail and consumer products space. Rod earned his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Clark Atlanta University and his Bachelor of Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech. He earned his Master of Business Administration from the Goizueta School of Business at Emory University. Additionally, Rod serves on the Board of Directors for the Dollar General Literacy Foundation.

Dave Wheeler

Chief Operating Officer

New Balance

Dave Wheeler, Chief Operating Officer, is responsible for the company’s end-to-end supply chain operations including demand and supply planning, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, quality assurance, product development, global distribution/warehousing and global facilities, ensuring delivery of millions of athletic shoes and apparel that are produced domestically and sourced from more than 14 countries globally. Prior to joining New Balance in 2017, Dave led Global Supply Chain and Fleet Management at Cintas Corporation with responsibility for the company’s integrated global supply chain and private truck fleet. Previously, he was at Union Pacific and the U.S. Department of Defense. Dave is passionate about growing and sustaining New Balance’s culture of purpose, a reflection of the global company’s core values of integrity, teamwork and total customer satisfaction. Dave earned a B.S.E.E. from Merrimack College and an M.B.A. from Miami University in Supply Chain Management and Finance. He resides in the Boston area with his wife of 34 years and two daughters.

James Wilkinson

Managing Director

Envio

James Wilkinson is the Founder and CEO of Envio, an IoT company pioneering an E-Ink Digital Shipping label called Artac that allows consignments to be remotely relabeled - eliminating the need for printed shipping labels. Artac combines digital labeling with cellular asset tracking and shipment insights on location, handling, security & temperature. Compatible with major carrier shipping labels including UPS, DHL, and FedEx, the retrofittable device is designed for reusable and circular shipping applications including cold chain. Envio is partnering with a wide range of industry players to deliver novel end customer solutions. With a background in Industrial Design, James brings a decade of experience in developing connected products deployed at global scale. He studied Product Design at the University of Leeds and was awarded a GSW Fellowship by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In addition to his entrepreneurial work, James has lectured on IoT at University College London and Hult International Business School.

Jackie Wu

CEO & Co-Founder

Corvus Robotics

Jackie is the CEO and Co-founder of Corvus Robotics. He has visited warehouses in four continents, and observed supply chain checks inventory the same way globally. Through grad school for robotics, he realized several converging technologies in AI, autonomy, and computer vision could be combined with hardware manufacturing to transform inventory visibility around the world

David Zingery

CEO

Midmo

David Zingery is the Founder and CEO of Midmo.ai, a supply chain technology company redefining item-level traceability, identification, and automation through its low-code platform, MotionView. With nearly 20 years leading growth and strategy in AIDC, IIoT, and edge intelligence, David has helped modernize supply chains across retail, cold chain, manufacturing, and logistics. His work empowers partners and enterprises to deploy scalable, real-time visibility solutions without the complexity or cost of traditional software vendors—positioning Midmo as a transformative force in the future of supply chain connectivity and automation.