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It’s official! The 2025 AWESOME Corporate Partnership program is here! We’re set to transform supply chain leadership like never before and invite visionary organizations to join us on this journey. https://lnkd.in/g7mEi9dJ Our 2025 Corporate Partnership brochure is packed with opportunities to collaborate and showcase your commitment to advancing women’s leadership. Together, we can drive a cascade of positive change by empowering women leaders and making a global impact. Remember, empowered women empower women and make a difference across teams, companies, and industries worldwide. Ready to make history? Reach out to discuss how we can work together: https://lnkd.in/g7T6jHpG

AI and Climate - are they at war? AWESOME and the Women's Leadership Center at William's Bay are seeking your insights! Take the survey now: https://lnkd.in/gx2pqxBy

We’re bringing the 🔥 in Part 2 of Nurturing the Talent Pipeline on October 21 at 12:00 PM CST—and trust us, you don’t want to miss it! https://lnkd.in/gQAD2w3f Hear from Stephanie Thomas and Mary Long on building strong university partnerships, tips on creating internships that young talent will love, AND from rising stars Yailynn Melendez and Reagan White on what new talent is looking for in a company.

Are you ready to build a future-proof supply chain team? We’re continuing the conversation with Part 2 of our series on October 21 at 12:00 PM CST, focusing on how companies can build strong talent pipelines with university partnerships and internship programs. Hear from Stephanie Thomas, Mary Long, Reagan White, and Yailynn Melendez on how to recruit and retain supply chain talent! https://lnkd.in/gQAD2w3f

We are excited to share that 2023 AWESOME Scholar, Christine Truong, recently presented her research, “An Ecological View of Supply Chain Resilience in High-Volume UAV Manufacturing,” at the 2024 Academic Research Symposium during CSCMP’s EDGE Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition! Such an amazing accomplishment. Congrats, Christine!

We’re excited to welcome Camille Batiste to the AWESOME community! Camille is the former Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain & Procurement at Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), with over 20 years of leadership experience across supply chain, procurement, and global operations. In a recent interview, Camille shared her incredible career journey, leadership insights, and how she's now focused on empowering the next generation of leaders. Check out our full conversation: https://lnkd.in/gE-fGvtz

Last weekend, we hosted a special reception honoring Heather Sheehan as she received the Distinguished Service Award (DSA) from CSCMP - Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals! It was an inspiring evening filled with heartfelt recognition of Heather's remarkable contributions to the supply chain industry and women’s leadership. We were honored to come together to congratulate Heather’s achievements and the impact she continues to make. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special event—your presence made it all the more memorable! Congratulations again to Heather on this well-deserved recognition!

Ready to change the world? The 2025 AWESOME Corporate Partnership program is here, and we’re calling on YOU to help us make history. By supporting women leaders in supply chain, we create a ripple effect of positive change across industries. Schedule a meeting with us to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gzK6QFJ4

Join us for the second part of this critically important Transformative Leadership Panel on attracting the next generation of supply chain talent on October 21 at 12:00 PM CST! https://lnkd.in/gDR4zdbg In Part 2, we’re diving deeper into recruiting & retaining young supply chain talent, building strong university partnerships, and creating impactful internships. Hear directly from industry experts and young professionals, Stephanie Thomas, Mary Long, Reagan White, and Yailynn Melendez about what really matters when it comes to career decisions. Missed Part 1? No worries—you can catch up by watching the video here https://lnkd.in/gEchSHEX and be ready to continue the conversation!

AWESOME and Lincoln Road Enterprises recently held the second Drake Scholar Retreat of the year in Delavan, Wisconsin, near the site of the upcoming Women’s Leadership Center at Williams Bay. The retreat was such an inspiring and impactful experience. Our scholars came together with enthusiasm, diving into meaningful conversations and hands-on leadership activities. This retreat offered a unique space for growth, connection, and reflection, allowing these accomplished women to further develop their skills and expand their networks. We extend our sincere thanks to Ellen Taaffe, author of The Mirrored Door, and Donna de St. Aubin for delivering impactful sessions that added immense value during the retreat. Thank you to our scholars for your dedication, energy, and commitment to leadership. Your participation in the retreat and ongoing contributions to the Drake Scholar network continue to inspire and strengthen our community! Abby Baird Amberly Carter Abigail Crosby Maggie DePirro Isabella D. Corinne Etzelmueller Kate Kobza Lauren McGlon Maddy Selesky Amanda P. Alyson Weber Wendy W. Michelle Dilley Ann Drake Casey Stelletello Madeline Sukhdeo Elizabeth Stigler, MBA Jennifer Nix