ISM-Chicago, Inc.
A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.
Chicago's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals
ISM—Chicago is a non-profit association dedicated to strengthening the community of procurement and supply professionals in the greater Chicago area and Northwest Indiana.
As a chapter of the Institute for Supply Management® (ISM), we are committed to the ongoing professional development of our members and the purchasing/supply management profession through education, research, and communication.
Our membership is comprised of procurement and supply chain professionals and managers employed in host of companies from the government, private and public sectors. For more information on becoming a part of ISM—Chicago, click here.
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Join us at an Upcoming Event!
You Can't Fake Influence: Master Change Management in Procurement Transformations - WEBINAR
March 27, 2025 | 12:00 pm-1:00 pm | Virtual | 1.0 CEU
Members - FREE & Non-Members $20
*Charge is due to earned CE Credit
Join Ralph Carlton, a seasoned procurement leader with over 21 years of experience, for a powerful session on "You Can't Fake Influence: Mastering Change Management in Procurement Transformation." In this webinar, Ralph will explore the human-centered approach to leading procurement transformations, focusing on the critical role of influence in driving organizational change, improving supplier relationships, and navigating global supply chains. This session is a must for procurement professionals looking to sharpen their leadership skills and master the art of change management.
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Brews for Barks - A Networking Event
April 12th, 2025 | 12:30 pm -3:00 pm | Parched Pug - 1590 S Milwaukee Ave Suite 100, Libertyville, IL 60048
Members $35 & Non-Members $45
Join ISM-Chicago & ISM-Milwaukee for Brews and Barks on April 12th at the Parched Pug! Brews for Barks is a networking event in which ISM members and family will not only have a chance to connect and network but also benefit a local charity (Reach Rescue) and small business.
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ISM World 2025 (In-Person)
Jun 1-3, 2025 | Orlando, FL
Early Bird $1,195 | After October 18th, 2024 $1495
The ISM World in-person experience gives you the opportunity to be face-to-face with thought leaders, peers, and suppliers and have dedicated time to build your network and expand your knowledge on critical topics impacting the supply management profession. Get inspired by amazing keynotes, interact in engaging breakout sessions, and have fun swapping supply chain “wins” (and war stories) in a variety of attendee celebrations and small group experiences.
THINK YOU WANT THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS? Consider the ISM World all-access pass. Learn more. Read more about the All Access Pass
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March
25
2025
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Implementing Generative AI – Strategies and Successes

Implementing Generative AI – Strategies and Successes
Implementing generative AI involves integrating advanced algorithms to create content, enhance creativity, and automate tasks. Key strategies include leveraging robust data sets, ensuring ethical use, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Successes span diverse industries, from consulting to technology to nutrition, showcasing AI's transformative potential and innovative applications. Learn how industry leading companies are making the transformation.
March
27
2025
Chapter Webinar
ISM-Chicago You Can't Fake Influence: Master Change Management in Procurement Transformations

ISM-Chicago You Can't Fake Influence: Master Change Management in Procurement Transformations
Join Ralph Carlton, a seasoned procurement leader with over 21 years of experience, for a powerful session on "You Can't Fake Influence: Mastering Change Management in Procurement Transformation." In this webinar, Ralph will explore the human-centered approach to leading procurement transformations, focusing on the critical role of influence in driving organizational change, improving supplier relationships, and navigating global supply chains. This session is a must for procurement professionals looking to sharpen their leadership skills and master the art of change management.
March
27
2025
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Getting Started with Supply Chain Design

Getting Started with Supply Chain Design
With FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt) embroiling global supply chains, leaders must be proactive and intentional in assessing their supply chains and designing them for the future. But how to start? Ralph Asher of Data Driven Supply Chain LLC will discuss how to get started in supply chain design and answer common questions. This talk will equip organizations to embark on their supply chain design journey, future-proof their supply chains, and build competitive moats.
This session will dive into addressing the following questions:
- How does supply chain design differ from supply chain planning and optimization?
- What are some of the strategic questions that we can answer with supply chain design?
- What data do we need to get started in supply chain design? (Hint: much less than you may think!)
- How do we measure ROI in supply chain design projects?
- Should we build an internal team or use consultants for supply chain design projects?
- Commercial software vs. open-source software: what are the pros and cons for supply chain design?

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