Supply Chain Modernization & Talent Insights Symposium

This event is designed to bring together thought leaders, practitioners, and educators to explore critical trends shaping the future of supply chain management.

Join CSCR in Virginia!

The Center for Supply Chain Research^® (CSCR^®) is pleased to introduce a new event: the Supply Chain Modernization & Talent Insights Symposium, taking place February 19–20, 2025 in Tysons, VA. This inaugural event is designed to bring together thought leaders, practitioners, and educators to explore critical trends shaping the future of supply chain management. Hosted in partnership with LMI, a CSCR supporter company, the off-site symposium features two focused days of programming.

REGISTER NOW

Event Location

The symposium will be held at LMI, located at 7940 Jones Branch Dr, Tysons, VA, 22102. Parking will be available on site.

Schedule at a Glance

Day 1: Supply Chain Modernization

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
8:00 AM – 5:15 PM: Program
5:30 – 7:30 PM: Reception

Featured Speakers:

Matt Peterson, Principal, Supply Chain Solutions, LMI
Patricia Csank, Vice President, Supply Chain Management, LMI
Donna Palumbo, Executive Director, Center for Supply Chain Research, The Penn State University
Michael del Rosario, Group Director, Walmart Transportation
Paul Delp, President, Landsdale Warehouse Co.
Jeff Douville, Director of Logistics, General Dynamics Electric Boat
Jovonsia Guidry, Grocery Quality Excellence Manager, Walmart
Kate Picciano, Vice President of Human Resources, NobleReach Foundation
Mark Baxa, President & CEO, Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
Rob Doyle, Group Vice President, Kenco
Tom Nightingale, Board of Directors, 8T8 Partners
LTC(R) Lee Ambrose, Vice President, Remote Security Solutions
Gary Master, CEO, Agile Business Media & Events
Alex Adamczyk, Vice President, Advanced Analytics and AI, LMI
Kerry McCarthy, Fellow, Supply Chain Resilience, LMI
Peter Battaglia, Deputy Director, Mission Assurance & Supply Chain Risk Management, Defense Logistics Agency
Lindsey Clark, Associate Director, AI Product Deployment, Collins Aerospace
Brian Dreibelbis, Senior Director Supply Chain Human Resources/Labor and Employee Relations, Land O’Lakes
Shaye Brotherton, Solution Architect, LMI

Day 2: Talent Insights Symposium

Thursday, February 20, 2025
7:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Program
12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch

Featured Speakers:

Michael del Rosario, Group Director, Walmart Transportation
Jon DiBee, Vice President of Domestic Transportation Operations Planning, Walmart
Gardner Carrick, Chief Program Officer, The Manufacturing Institute
Amy Thomas, National Director, National Director, The Manufacturing Institute, Heroes MAKE America
Colonel Matt Price, Army Enterprise Business Systems Convergence Executive Officer, US Army
Aaron Spak, Department Head, Applied Enterprise Systems, The Penn State University Applied Research Laboratory
Tom Nightingale, Board of Directors, 8T8 Partners
Jason Hvizdak, The Pennsylvania State University, Supply Chain Management, United States Marine Corps Fellow
Daniel May, Director of Procurement Talent Development, NASPO
Michael Roeske, The Pennsylvania State University, Supply Chain Management, United States Marine Corps Fellow
Julius “J.D.” Spain, Sr., Senior Consultant, LMI

Check back shortly for the full agenda.

Registration Information

Armed Forces and Professionals
Thank you for your service! We are pleased to offer complimentary admission to active duty, reserve, veteran, and government civilian attendees.

CSCR Supporter Companies
Each CSCR Corporate Supporter Company is limited to two prepaid seats to the symposium. Additional seats are available for a fee of $199 per seat.

Non Support Companies
Guests from non support companies may register for a fee of $199 per seat, which includes all sessions, light breakfast, lunch, and an evening reception.

Hotel Offerings

A variety of accommodation options are available to symposium attendees within close distance to the conference center.

Contact Information

For questions or additional information, please contact:

Tracie Shannon
Center for Supply Chain Research
Smeal College of Business
488 Business Building
University Park, PA 16802

Phone: 814-863-3234

Event Sponsors

Thank you to our 2025 Supply Chain Modernization & Talent Insights Symposium sponsors for their generous support!

Host Sponsor	Diamond Sponsor	Platinum Sponsor	Silver Sponsor	Blue Sponsor

CENTER FOR SUPPLY CHAIN RESEARCH®