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Programs:This page is frequently updated. Please click the "refresh" button for your web brower to ensure you are viewing the most current version of this page. Thank you.Upcoming events: Tuesday, April 16, 2024 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: Are you making the most of AI, ML and the IoT Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been employed in manufacturing and supply chain for a number of years. The World Economic Forum in 2018 discussed where the Internet of Things (IoT) and AI were making the largest impacts which included manufacturing, high technology and industrial work, logistics, and transportation. There is a lot to gain in using AI and machine learning in these industries. PWC posted a white paper in 2020 detailing the use of AI currently in use and its expected increase of use. Predictive maintenance, integrated planning, inventory, and data driven quality optimization were leaders in both current use and expected increase in use of ML in the next 5 years. However, machine learning is not without its shortcomings, it is not a crystal ball and cannot predict the future with 100% accuracy. Rather it uses the data provided and generates plausible outcomes based on the data. Therefore, it is crucial that the algorithms are given accurate and representative data sets to work with, else a bias is generated and the algorithm can do more harm than good. This session will discuss and explain the pros and cons of typical ML algorithms that are used in supply chain. Then provide three cases studies in three different industries where ML was used to improve supply chain performance. This includes reduced cost over runs due to excess inventory, predicting disastrous equipment break downs, and improving part availability which decreased emergency orders. Presented by: Danaka Porter, Regional Managing Partner of iota Consultants Danaka obtained her Lean certification in 2013 before completing her Master of Engineering in Systems and Supply Chain from MIT. Since graduating from MIT Danaka became a partner at iota consulting where she consults in Supply Chain, Project Management, and Data Analytics - specifically in heavy manufacturing and technology. Danaka has been a sessional lecturer since 2019 at the Dhillon School of Business, where she teaches Supply Chain and Project Management and occasionally Business Research Methods. In the fall of 2022 Stukent published her Principles of Supply Chain Management and Operations, her Introduction to Project Management will also be published through Stukent in fall 2024. In 2019 Danaka cofounded VitaNova Technologies (VNT), a fertility company in the US, where she is currently the COO. At VNT she wrote algorithms to better match surrogates and egg donors with intended parents. In keeping with a life of continuous learning, Danaka is currently completing her PhD in Cardiology at the Cumming School of Medicine where she is optimizing the workflow of specific cardiac software to better find, label, and calculate two biological markers of sudden cardiac death. Her work is proof that supply chain and process optimization is applicable in all industries! Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 12:00pm - Feature presentation 12:45pm - Q&A 1:00pm - Adjourn Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM Akron chapter members. $15 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 5pm on Monday, April 15th to programs@akronapics.org. We hope you can join us! ASCM Akron Chapter Board of Directors
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Past Events: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: MPS – the Missing Link between S&OP and MRP We think of Master Production Scheduling as an overall production process to define what, when, and how much to match demand against supply. It’s also used to identify resource constraints preventing companies from achieving its desired operational and financial plans. MPS transforms the S&OP / Production Plan into a realistic and achievable process in terms of its product detail, quantities, and time horizon to drive MRP. This includes different manufacturing environments, product variability, resources, inventory and service levels, and financial investment. During this presentation a number of challenges and possible solutions will be discussed that prevent it from properly managing and prioritizing customer demand, material, equipment and labor resources. Presented by: Howard Forman Howard Forman is president of PIM Associates. Howard has over 35+ years of operations and supply chain experience as a practitioner, author, consultant, and educator. He specializes in MRP; MPS; inventory reduction; cycle counting; SCM; operation and business process improvement; plus, education and training. Howard is an active member of the APICS New Haven Chapter of APICS where he is an instructor. He is a frequent speaker at various APICS dinner meeting, seminars, workshops, and conferences. Howard teaches APICS certification courses, APICS Principles, plus tailored operations and supply chain management education and training classes. He is a coauthor of APICS CSCP Exam Success - A Guide to Achieving Certification on Your First Attempt. He is a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University with an MBA and BS in Business Management. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:50pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Closing remarks Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM Akron chapter members. $15 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, March 26th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, March 12, 2024 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: Three Foundational Flaws in our Supply Chain Planning Processes Most of us in Supply Chain have come to expect there to be chaos. We struggle to provide stability in our planning horizon. We challenge our forecast numbers and even try to use Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence to improve them. Working long hours and constantly changing our priorities, we endeavor to execute our plans to the best of our abilities.
We believe we are working in the direction of the solution, but success eludes us too often.
In his conversational style, John explores the possibility that we have foundational flaws in our processes that prevent us from achieving our goals. And wonders aloud if these flaws will prevent success until we realize the cause (at least partial) of our problems.
Join us for this Lunch-n-Learn virtual session with plenty of opportunity for Q&A.
Presented by: John Melbye, DDPP, DDOP, DDLP, CSCP
Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:50pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Closing remarks Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM Akron chapter members. $15 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 6pm on Monday, March 11th to programs@akronapics.org.
Monday, February 26, 2024 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: The Future of Supply Chain Work… How Globalization & Digital Technologies Will Shape Global Supply Chain Management The way we manage global supply chains will be different in the future for a several reasons. These changes will be driven by FOUR underlying realities: 1. Work itself is being redefined. COVID-19 lockdowns inadvertently changed the trajectory of remote work. Office-bound employees are questioning the need to “go to an office” to execute their mostly digital work at the same time employers are questioning the need to invest in hard assets like buildings and furniture. 2. Information systems, especially cloud-based ones, are providing unparalleled insights through the layers in global supply chains. Planners and procurement professionals will be fully entangled, digitally allowing them to make decisions they may not have been qualified or approved to make previously. Information Rights And Decision Rights will ultimately move to lower levels in supply chain organizations. 3. Supply chain professionals are adapting to greater distances, increasing complexities, cross-cultural and multi-language factors faster than expected. This is almost entirely driven by direct supply chain management and adjacent technologies. 4. Supply chain practitioners at all levels have substantially more education in global supply chain issues, mostly due to universities retooling their supply chain related curriculum, and the substantial influence of the various ASCM certifications. When all is said and done, a day in the life of supply chain professionals will be impacted less by individual technologies and more by the convergence of powerful new technologies such as: 1. Cloud-based AI-assisted decision support tools that predict the quality of input data as well as output results in ERP-type information systems. 2. Deep and routine insights through multiple layers of suppliers, provided by global consortia information systems. 3. Enhanced voice, image and data communications capabilities that connect everyone all the time. 4. Substantial robotic innovations in material handling, distribution, logistics and warehousing. These driving technologies working in concert, will mandate global supply chain professionals build different skill sets. The process of reacting to system-generated action messages will be replaced with scenario recommendations with imbedded risk assessments for most critical day-to-day planning and scheduling systems. This transition to “outcome-based planning” will require INCREASES in critical thinking skills (CRS) and judgement, contrary to the popular view that decision automation will require less CRS and judgement. The goal of this presentation is to alert supply chain participants to the new skills they must develop to remain relevant and useful to their employers over the next two decades.
Presented by: Alan G. Dunn Alan G. Dunn is currently President of GDI Consulting & Training Company and founder of the Manufacturing Executive Institute (MEI). He is also the creator and lead-instructor of the 18-month Next Generation Global Supply Chain Leadership Development Program at the California Institute of Technology’s (Caltech) Center for Technology & Management Education (CTME), where he has taught since 1984. Mr. Dunn also serves on the University of California at Riverside’s (UCR) Advisory Board for Transformative Leadership in Disruptive Times. Mr. Dunn specializes in supply chain management, strategic planning, manufacturing management, operations management, leadership development, cost management and business finance. He is curious and passionate about everything in the manufacturing and distribution industries. This curiosity and passion have led him to lead 6 significant supply chain research projects, author >70 published articles, create >15 significant consulting methodologies and develop >100 training courses for professionals in the manufacturing & distribution industries. It is Alan’s deep depth and deep breadth in the global supply chain body-of-knowledge that provides him with an ability to assemble and lead highly capable teams to solve problems thought to be unsolvable. Previously, Mr. Dunn was a Vice President at Gemini Management Consulting (now Capgemini) and a Partner at Coopers & Lybrand (now PwC). In both positions, he led large technical manufacturing teams through innovative productivity enhancement projects. Mr. Dunn has participated in >188 significant manufacturing and distribution projects inside >118 companies. He has worked in 24 countries and across most manufacturing sectors. Over his 40-year career in global supply chain consulting, Mr. Dunn has served on the Boards of Directors of numerous public, private and non-profit companies. He is the recipient of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) prestigious “Director of the Year” award in 2007. Alan is a career-long volunteer for the Association of Supply Chain Management (ASCM), having served as the President of the Orange County Chapter in 1984 and Chairman of ASCM in 2015. He was inducted into the “ASCM New England Supply Chain Conference Hall of Fame” in 2022. Mr. Dunn has spoken to nearly all the APICS/ASCM chapters and at the ASCM international Conference >20 times. Mr. Dunn has a degree in business management from California State University, Fullerton where he occasionally lectures in the business school. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:50pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Closing remarks Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM Akron chapter members. $15 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Monday, February 26th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, January 16, 2024 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: Negotiation Pitfalls, Challenges, Strategies, and Skills Procurement and supply chain professionals negotiate constantly with vendors and within their own companies. Whether negotiating with sole-source providers, buying scarce commodities, or influencing their own terms internally, people encounter challenging situations and try to negotiate favorable deals while maintaining relationships. This talk looks at the challenges posed by those negotiations, common mistakes that people make, and provides skills and strategies to make negotiations more effective.
Presented by: Moshe Cohen Moshe Cohen has been teaching negotiation, leadership, conflict resolution and organizational behavior as founder of The Negotiating Table since 1995 and as a senior lecturer at Boston University's Questrom School of Business since 2000. He is the author of three books - Collywobbles, How to Negotiate When Negotiating Makes You Nervous; Optimism is a Choice and Other Timeless Ideas; and The Optimistic Pessimist: More Timeless Ideas. Moshe studied Physics at Cornell University, has a Master's in Electrical Engineering from McGill University, specializing in robotics, and an MBA from Boston University.
Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:50pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Closing remarks Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM Akron chapter members. $15 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, January 16th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: Virtual tour of Swagelok's Manufacturing Operations Presented by: Joshua Summers, Swagelok Swagelok Company, headquartered in Solon, Ohio, is a $2 billion provider of fluid system products, assemblies, and services for the oil and gas, chemical and petrochemical, semiconductor, and transportation industries.
Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:50pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Closing remarks Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM Akron chapter members. $10 for all others. Important notes and restrictions:
Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, December 5th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: A Day in the Life of a Planner In a manufacturing or distribution business, on-time shipping and inventory performance depend heavily on the skills, abilities, and practices of planners and schedulers. These are the people who make decisions every day regarding due dates, inventory parameters, shop order schedules, capacity, purchase order/release requests, and reschedules. They also are a key source of information for customer service and the shop regarding the status of when shop orders will be completed. What they do every day and how they go about it are extremely important in the overall operational performance of the business. This presentation will show how to perform eight key activities that are essential every day in the life of a planner. They are: 1) respond to all e-mails and texts, 2) assess shortages, 3) review and take action on all “planned orders” having start dates inside the planning window, 4) review all open shop and purchase orders for valid dates, 5) review and take action on all move in/out notices, 6) update inventory parameters as needed, 7) provide support, and 8) monitor metrics. Plus, we will identify key informational and ERP prerequisites that enable planners to do this work effectively. Finally, we will show four metrics that planners should monitor daily and formally review monthly in the spirit of driving improvement.
Presented by: John E. Boyer, Jr. John E. Boyer, Jr. is President of J. E. Boyer Company, Inc., a manufacturing and education consulting company. He has worked with 67 companies in a wide variety of industries including metal fabrication, electronics, sporting goods, aerospace, and medical equipment. He has led 45 S&OP design and implementations. ASCM/APICS service includes SLC Chapter BOD/President (8 yrs), Reman SIG Committee/Chair (6 yrs), Certification Committee (6 yrs), and two International Conference Committees (1991 & 1993). John has a BS-IE from Lehigh University, an MBA from Utah State University, ASCM/APICS CPIM and CPIM-F, is a frequent professional organization speaker, has presented at 8 IBF Conferences and 31 ASCM/APICS International Conferences. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:50pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Closing remarks Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM Akron chapter members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, October 17th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: Improving Supply Chain Performance with a "Digital Twin" Companies must be prepared to respond with increasing speed and precision to today’s escalating competitive pressures and intensifying supply chain risks. Many companies are discovering the benefits of a “digital twin” to address today’s challenges.
Presented by: Alex Franco and Isidro Liñan Alex Franco is the Director of Supply Chain at SimWell. He has 20+ years of Supply Chain experience in Retail, Pharma, Telecom, E-commerce, Manufacturing, Construction, Operations, and Consulting. Alex is a leading expert in the industry of optimization and simulation, with several public webinars, articles, blogs, and how-to videos. Alex serves as the Head trainer and certifier for anyLogistix in North America and advises and supports several top Fortune 500 companies and firms. His focus is to help organizations be competitive, resilient, and self-sufficient in today’s dynamic supply chain landscape by focusing on supply chain management software, technology, scenario planning, and digital twin capabilities.
About SimWell:
Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:00pm - Feature presentation 7:15pm - Closing remarks Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, September 19th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, August 8, 2023 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: Integrating the Collaboration System in Supply Chains Supply chain management has undergone tremendous evolution in the last century which has led to impressive levels of efficiency and reliability. And yet, there is still one major system that remains unacknowledged in SC operation: The Human Collaboration System. As a result, the way people collaborate remains a major source of operational challenges in every supply chain, and the cause of considerable economic and human costs. This eye-opening talk provides attendees with a 21st century understanding of this critical system and the fundamentals for formalizing and integrating it. Presented by: Alberto Garcia-Jurado Alberto is a coach, TEDx speaker, DisruptHR speaker, writer and pioneer on Intercultural and Collaborative Intelligence. The models built on his disruptive understanding of human systems have helped hundreds of teams achieve next-level effectiveness, agility and performance, both remotely and in-person. He is the author of the books “Culture and Globalization”, “Cultural Intelligence for the 21st Century” and his most recent E-book “True Collaboration: Performance Beyond Culture” which provides a next-level understanding of team systems in organizations. He is President and CEO of InZynch LLC and was co-founder and served for six years as President of the Gulf Chapter of the United States - Mexico Chamber of Commerce. Alberto has collaborated for over two decades as advisor, instructor and coach on aspects of cultural and collaborative intelligence with dozens of companies and organizations of all sizes and industries and fields such as PEMEX, Amcor, EATON Corporation, Smurfit Kappa, Marinsa, Citigroup, the Tenaris Group, the United Methodist Church, GA&A Group, Rollout, Montage, Bandera Electric, the Dallas Hispanic Chamber, the AEM-USA and the Boerne Chamber of Commerce among many others. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 12:00pm - Feature presentation 12:45pm - Q&A 1:00pm - Adjourn Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, August 8th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: If you Can't Stand the Heat Get Out of the Kitchen -- Effective Conflict Management Techniques for the Supply Chain Professional “If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen”, is a common cliché in organizations. Every project has to some degree conflict between individuals / groups. To be successful, the professional needs to understand and manage conflict. This program provides time tested methods for reducing and managing conflict, resulting in high performing project teams along with reduced stress for the professional. Participants will attain the following learning objectives:
Presented by: Mark Hehl, Management Consultant, Author, Public Speaker M Mark Hehl is an international consultant, author and public speaker. He is author of the book Amusing Confessions of an International Consultant. His efforts have helped companies successfully set up and improve operations in various countries including India, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, China, Taiwan, Korea, The Philippines, France, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, The Dominican Republic, The USA and Ecuador. These projects have resulted in significant reductions in operating costs along with improved schedule performance, service levels and quality. In recognition of his contributions, the Timex suppliers in China honored him with the award of the Chinese name: Ho Man Kai. Mr. Hehl holds a BS Degree in Electrical Engineering from the New York Institute of Technology and a MS Degree in Management from the Polytechnic Institute of New York. He has taught management, behavioral science, and international business courses at Harper College. Mark is a frequent keynote speaker and presenter at various worldwide locations. He has conducted multiple webinars for Industry Week. Mark is a frequent guest on National Public Radio and is listed in the United Who’s Who Executive Directory. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 12:00pm - Feature presentation 12:45pm - Q&A 1:00pm - Adjourn Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others.
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: Communication Skills to Improve Your Messaging to Others, and Likewise Understanding Their Message to You Communication is an essential skill for all types of workplace professionals. Communication is the transmission of a message from a sender to a receiver in an understandable manner. The importance of effective communication is immeasurable in the world of business and in your personal life. Join us for a discussion on the 4 types and styles of communication and how you can better communicate with those around you by knowing what type you are and how you can better interact with those who communicate differently from you. We will also explore how to be a better listener, active and inclusive communication, as well as what it means to be proactive versus reactive. When communication is effective, it allows people to feel satisfied, accomplished, and heard. Presented by: Tina Rose, Director of Professional Development and Programming, Penn State University Mrs. Tina Rose received her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice from King’s College in Wilkes-Barre, PA. She then went on to pursue her Master’s degree in Education from Bloomsburg University in 2002. Prior to her employment at Penn State, Tina worked in the social services field in mental health and in child welfare as a counselor and social worker. Tina Rose began her Penn State career at the Wilkes-Barre campus in 2008 as a part-time Career and Technical degree counselor. She transitioned to Penn State Schuylkill in 2010 as Coordinator of Career Services, Student Leadership, and Community Service. Mrs. Rose began working in the Smeal College of Business as the Assistant Director of Employer Relations in 2020. Tina is currently the Director of Professional Development and Programming at Smeal. She creates and implements professional development programming and innovative resources for the undergraduate population. The Director for PDP performs data analysis and reporting for all professional development activities and career coaching annually. She supports student leaders by developing leadership training programming to enhance their leadership skills. She also supervises the Campus Outreach Coordinator who is responsible reaching out to 20 PSU campuses to aid in the 2+2 student transition to Smeal. Tina is a huge fan of fitness and teaches Spin classes at a local gym near her home. She lives in Mountaintop, PA with her husband, Shawn. They have three children, all currently enrolled at PSU: Lauren, 22, Julia, 20, and Grant, 18. She also adores animals and rescues English Bulldogs in her free time. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 12:00pm - Feature presentation 12:45pm - Q&A 1:00pm - Adjourn Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the morning of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, April 11th to programs@akronapics.org.
Thursday, March 23, 2023 - Plant and warehouse tour of ASW Global Location: ASW Global 3375 Gilchrist Road Mogadore, OH 44260 Schedule: 3:00pm - Networking begins 3:15pm - ASW Global supply chain management capabilities 3:30pm - Plant and warehouse tour 4:30pm - Wrap-up and closing remarks Cost: Free for members of APICS/ASCM Akron Chapter Important notes and restrictions:
Reservations: Attendence requests required by 9am on Tuesday, March 21st and should be sent to programs@akronapics.org. Confirmation of registration will be sent by Wednesday, March 22nd. Since space is limited, early registration is suggested.
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 online meeting Feature Presentation: Lean Inventory Planning and Replenishment Inventory planning and replenishment are standard processes at all major manufacturers and distributors, but will vary based on differentiating factors such as company culture, product type, sourcing strategy, and service levels. In this presentation we’ll go through universal fundamental inventory management decisions and calculations we suggest for our Uber Freight consulting customers, but then will discuss how we work with our customers to craft a solution that fits their particular business needs. After reviewing these planning strategies we will conclude our discussion with how we set up effective management systems to manage inventory on a tactical basis, including the KPIs, metrics, and review cycles necessary at the executive down to the functional department level. Information included in this presentation will provide advancement ideas for organizations at the beginning stages of developing an inventory strategy all the way to those that have mature replenishment planning processes. Presented by: John Szoke, Senior Manager of Lean Deployment at Uber Freight John brings 20 years of hands-on supply chain experience to his role as a senior manager. In his current position, John works with organizations on a variety of project based and ongoing supply chain advancement initiatives, using lean principles to improve distribution processes, optimize supply chain and material flow, uncover and eliminate wasteful activities, and develop sustainable network improvements. At Uber Freight, John is responsible for leading initiatives in multiple disciplines, including supplier management, transportation network design, warehouse & distribution center development, inventory management, and end to end supply chain advancement. He uses a hands-on approach to identify, understand, and document opportunities in a customer’s existing supply chain, and specializes in the development of customized roadmaps that guide organizations to a future state with improved network visibility, reduced lead times, and quantified cost reductions. John has managed engagements for a diverse set of clients across multiple industries. Examples of organizations that John has worked in supply chain consulting engagements with include Caterpillar, Simpson Strong Tie, Shaw Flooring, Perfetti Van Melle, JW Aluminum, Daimler, Hill-Rom, Aristocrat, Vuteq, Applied Industrial Products, Rinnai, City Furniture, Bosch, Goodwill, and Toys R Us. John is an instructor at Georgia Tech Supply Chain and Logistics Institute. He is the lead facilitator for certified courses that include: Supply Chain Project Management Fundamentals, S&OP Program Development, Vendor Selection and Management, Effectively Managing Transformation, Lean Problem Solver; Lean Supply Chain Professional; Lean Leadership; Inbound Logistics, Lean Warehousing, Building and Sustaining a Plan for Every Part, and Fundamentals of Transportation Management. John has a Logistics Management degree from Central Michigan University, a Project Management Professional certification from PMI, a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, and a Lean Supply Chain Professional Certificate from the Georgia Tech Supply Chain and Logistics Institute. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:45pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the afternoon of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, February 7th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 online meeting Feature Presentation: Managing Risk in Domestic and International Contracts Global supply chains are charging ahead despite a global pandemic and war in Europe. During the height of the pandemic our speaker delivered a presentation titled "Managing Contract Risks in the COVID-19 World and Beyond" on May 27, 2020. This presentation will refresh attendees on those learnings from the pandemic and take the conversation a step further to the present. Today, domestic and international supply chains are facing a different risk profile than was the case just a few years ago and certainly before the pandemic. Fundamental legal concepts impacting contract risk will be discussed including Force Majeure, Indemnity, Export Controls and Economic Sanctions, and Choice of Law / Venue. Presented by: Jonathan Todd, JD, MBA, CHB, CSCP-F Jonathan Todd is a Partner with the law firm Benesch. His law practice focuses on all issues associated with the procurement, movement, and delivery of goods across domestic or international supply chains. He provides counsel to all manner of end-to-end supply chain participants such as manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and transportation or logistics providers. In addition to his law degree, he holds an MBA in Supply Chain Management and he is an APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional - Fellow. He has presented at each of the leading national supply chain conferences and is frequently published on issues associated with supply chain management. Jonathan's full biography is available here: https://www.beneschlaw.com/people/jonathan-r-todd.html Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:45pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the afternoon of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others.
Tuesday, December 6, 2022 online meeting Feature Presentation: Supply Chain Management Challenges and Best Practices Supply Chain Management is broad scoped, and has a very large influence on the profitability of businesses in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, retail and service companies. While the importance and challenges of Supply Chain Management has been magnified during the pandemic, it has always been important. This presentation will highlight several supply chain challenges facing businesses today, and share some approaches for mitigating their impact. Presented by: Jeff Lubash, CPIM-F, CSCP-F, CLTD-F, CIRM, C.P.M. Jeff Lubash is president of Affiliated Services Group, a management consulting firm that specializes in Operational Excellence methods such as Supply Chain Management, Lean Enterprise, Six Sigma, and High Performance Workplace. Jeff is also an APICS Master Instructor for CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management), CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation & Distribution), and Lean Enterprise, as well as President of the ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management) Akron chapter. In all these roles, Jeff effectively combines an MBA and an engineering degree with over three decades of management consulting experience. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:45pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the afternoon of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others.
Tuesday, October 25, 2022 online meeting Feature Presentation: Improving Your Experience with ERP Software -- Is your ERP System being utilized to its fullest potential? Scott Holter will provide insight into the challenges of optimizing ERP (and other related enterprise software like CRM, EPM, and EAM) software and will:
Presented by: Scott Holter, Director of Management Consulting Services at Meaden & Moore.Scott has spent more than 20 years in manufacturing and technology consulting, working with manufacturers and distributors of all sizes across many industries. He has extensive experience with multiple enterprise software applications, not only assisting clients with evaluating and selecting software, but also improving the utilization of their existing software. He has led dozens of projects to evaluate, recommend and select enterprise software in a way that maximizes their investment. In that time, Scott has reviewed, evaluated and audited more than 100 different enterprise software products. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:45pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the afternoon of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 11am on Tuesday, October 25th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 online meeting Feature Presentation: Supply Chain Control Towers – Developing Affordable Options to Meet Specific Needs Visibility across the end-to-end supply chain is paramount to success in today’s turbulent economic environment and has created a hunger for better, faster and more integrated views of one’s business. Couple this with the high level of internet connectivity, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and almost instantaneous communication capabilities around the world we see tremendous opportunities to meet this hunger in ways few imagined only a few years ago. Dozens of service providers have blossomed into existence to serve this need. Blue Yonder, Pando, and o9 Solutions are just a few that pop up on a quick internet search. All the big consultancy’s have entire practices built to serve this market that has exploded in the last 10 years. SAP, Oracle and the other big ERP providers are building in visibility capabilities in their platforms. The term “Supply Chain Control Tower” is of course the buzz word that has come to represent this market. In 2019 Grandview research estimated the global control towers market size was valued at USD 5.28 billion and expects the market to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 16.7% putting the 2027 value at USD 17.24 billion. This means that even more solutions will be coming on the market every year and that they will get more and more sophisticated. They will also get more and more expensive. That’s fine for the multinationals, the large nationals and even the top end of the SMB’s. But what about the small companies, those with less than $200 million annual revenue. How do they stay competitive? This presentation will explore ways to leverage the off-the-shelf capabilities of readily available and relatively inexpensive software packages such as Microsoft’s Power Platform, Tableau, Google Data Studio, Alteryx, anyLogistix and others to connect disparate systems and create your own end-to-end solution at a fraction of the price. Presented by: Jerry Tice, Managing Director Consumer Segment, and Brandon Miller, Manager of Data Analytics and Visualization, both from Synergetics Installations Worldwide, a global managing consulting firm with deep expertise in Supply Chain Management, Performance Management Systems, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Business Value Creation. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:45pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the afternoon of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $20 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 11am on Tuesday, September 27th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, May 17, 2022 online meeting Feature Presentation: S&OP After the Pandemic, by the Vertiv SIOP Team Supply Chain Planning in a world full of rapidly changing assumptions and material shortages can be terribly painful and exciting work. If we have learned anything from the last 2 years, it’s that businesses need to be nimble and ready to respond in a coordinated manner. SIOP or Sales, Inventory, & Operations Planning serves as a central planning function for a business. Join Danny & Aaron as they share their own personal experiences in supply chain planning before and during pandemic variability as well as seek to tease out some best practices they have learned. Presented by: Danny Greenawalt - SIOP Manager at Vertiv A supply chain “geek who can speak”, experience implementing complex supply chain tools, a leader with courage and vulnerability, a love for the development of people, and a passion for optimizing SIOP and other business processes. That’s Danny inside the office. Outside of his time at Vertiv, he spends his time with his wonderful wife and 3 young kiddos as well as running up and down the Olentangy trail and gathering his neighbors and church friends together for fun and meaningful conversation. Aaron Wehner - Director Global SIOP & Inventory at Vertiv A career-spanning everything from cheesecake and pumpkin pies to big tech, Aaron’s background in Planning and SIOP grew out of a passion for helping a business operate and make impactful decisions through structured yet innovative business processes. When Aaron isn’t solving supply chain problems, he can often be found at his kid’s rowing regattas, hiking, or working on home projects with his wife. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:00pm - Wrap-up Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the afternoon of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 11am on Tuesday, May 17th to programs@akronapics.org.
Monday, March 28, 2022 online meeting Feature Presentation: Digital Transformation & Automation Technologies in the Supply Chain. Worldwide, organizations are seeing increased inventory management issues and the necessity of doing more with a smaller workforce. The lack of real-time visibility, delays or shortages in inventory, poor use of workforce continues to experience exponential growth. The pandemic has highlighted just how much we rely on our labor forces to produce and move inventory and how quickly the supply chain can get disrupted. Labor costs continue to increase, and despite higher wages, companies are finding it a challenge to recruit, train and retain workers. This presentation explores the bedrock and emerging Supply Chain technologies like barcoding, RFID, Robotics, Voice, and Augmented Reality that are being leveraged to combat these challenges. Presented by: Scott McKenzie, RFgen, Regional Sales Manager During the past 23 years, Scott McKenzie’s career has encompassed a wide range of roles including programmer, project manager, entrepreneur, and sales executive in the supply chain industry. With his long tenure in the automation sector, Mr. McKenzie strives to leverage his experience and bring thought leadership to clients through a consultative approach. He is highly focused on solving customer problems through automation technology that provides a strong return on investment. Prior to joining RFgen, Mr. McKenzie held various sales positions at Xceliware, DSI Global, DataToolz and Avery Dennison. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:45pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the afternoon of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 11am on Monday, March 28th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 online meeting Feature Presentation: The Real Generational Break There has always been a generational gap, but what we face today is an unprecedented, technology-driven Generational Break. Understand how technology is disrupting 5 human fundamentals that had remained unchanged for thousands of year, and the new human model that is emerging in the workplace, as consumers, and as communities. Presented by: Alberto Garcia-Jurado Alberto is a TEDx speaker and pioneer on Intercultural and Collaborative Intelligence. He has developed breakthrough methodologies for Collaboration System Management in organizations. He is the author of the book “Cultural Intelligence for the 21st Century” and is currently launching his new book “True Collaboration”. He is President and CEO of InZynch and served for six years as President of the Gulf Chapter of the United States - Mexico Chamber of Commerce. He has been a keynote speaker with organizations such as the U.S. Commercial Service, the Free Trade Alliance, Austin SHRM, UCSD, Houston HRMA, multiple ASCM Chapters in the U.S., the University of Texas at San Antonio, the United States – Mexico Chamber of Commerce, SERCOTEC (Chile) among many others nationally and internationally. Alberto is also a certified coach in Karate-Do, Shito-Ryu style and is currently working on becoming a competent “mature” snowboarder. Schedule: (Eastern Time Zone) 6:45pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A meeting link will be sent out the afternoon of the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS Akron chapter members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 10am on Tuesday, February 15th to programs@akronapics.org. We hope you can join us! APICS/ASCM Akron Chapter Board of Directors
Tuesday, January 18, 2022 online meeting Feature Presentation: North American & International Transportation Market Update Presented by: Dean Hamilton, from ReTrans, a Kuehne & Nagel Company, & Audie Wright, Account Executive at Kuehne + Nagel CLE Dean Hamilton grew up in Jacksonville, FL and is a 1981 graduate of Florida State University. After graduation Dean gained operational experience at end of line and consolidation service centers, then he transitioned to Sales, where he resides today. Dean’s responsibilities have included Account Manager and Hunter for transportation services such as LTL, TL, intermodal, drayage, and Critical Shipments. He has experience in 3rd party Transportation Management services such as dedicated contract carriage and managed transportation services. Dean also has 3rd party warehousing experience in dedicated contract, multi-client, and Omni channel warehousing. Dean is currently selling North American Transportation Management Services. Audie Wright grew up in a small town outside of Houston, TX. He lives in Wellington, OH with his wife and 3 sons. Audie has diverse experience in brokering, new business development, carrier onboarding, lane management, LTL carrier negotiations, and as a platform IT specialist. His experience in the international space is in new business development and customer relationships Audie is currently an Account Executive at Kuehne + Nagel CLE, having joined in Nov of 2020. He enjoys having real conversations about how customers are managing their supply chain and understanding where but most importantly when Kuehne & Nagel can help. Schedule: 6:15pm - 7:45pm Location: ONLINE meeting using WebEx software. A weblink will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 12noon on Tuesday, January 18th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 online meeting Feature Presentation: Supply Chain Data Analytics and Data Visualization Every company generates data, but not every company uses the data to its highest potential. That’s where data analytics comes into play. By instilling a strong analytics culture in your supply chain, you can make more informed business decisions using data. This presentation will provide a high level overview of data analytics and how you can better visualize your data using Power BI. Presented by: Sarah Lubash, CSCP, CPIM Sarah Lubash is a Supply Chain Analyst for the Efficient Natural Resources sector at Johnson Matthey, a global science and chemicals company. Prior to joining Johnson Matthey, Sarah worked in various supply chain roles at Swagelok, a global valve and fitting manufacturer headquartered in Solon, Ohio. Sarah holds a BSBA in Supply Chain Management from The Ohio State University. Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A weblink will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Schedule: 6:45pm - Networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 12noon on Tuesday, November 16th to programs@akronapics.org.
Thursday, October 14, 2021 online meeting Feature Presentation: Where Do Supply Chains Go From Here?
Presented by: Carol Ptak, CFPIM, CIRM
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Schedule: 6:00pm - Feature presentation 7:00pm - Wrap-up Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 11am on Thursday, October 14th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 online meeting Feature Presentation: Current supply chain trends and metrics: COVID-19 had a major impact on companies around the world, impacting both supply and demand. How are we faring now, as we being the journey out of the pandemic? Join us for an overview of current supply chain trends and metrics. Presented by: Chris Johnson, CFA Chris Johnson, CFA is a senior research analyst at Cleveland Research Company. Since 2010, Chris has focused his research on transportation and logistics markets (domestic, international) with deep-dive fundamental analysis of key market trends and forecasts. Cleveland Research is an independent research group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, and provides research services across consumer, industrial, healthcare, tech, and agriculture markets. Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A weblink will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Schedule: 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:10pm - Wrap-up Cost: Free for ASCM/APICS members. $10 for all others. Reservations: RSVP's required by 12noon on Tuesday, September 28th to programs@akronapics.org.
Thursday, June 10, 2021 online meeting Feature Presentation: How APS (Advanced Planning & Scheduling) solutions are driving value chains to be more future-proof Join us for an educational session on how OMP’s APS solution is helping companies achieve their digital transformation goals in supply chain planning and unlock more value through digital planning. Over the session, OMP will share a few highlights of the latest trends driving the need for companies to embrace digital in order to build a more resilient and agile supply chain. Alongside a brief demonstration, OMP will elaborate on a number of the capabilities that are needed within APS solutions to better enable customers to become smarter, more collaborative, and more automated in their planning processes. Finally through a series of Q&A, OMP will share perspective on what it takes to be recognized as a leader in the market, offering further insights into the SCP technology arena as a whole. Presented by: Philip Vervloesem, SVP of Operations for OMP With over 20 years of experience in supply chain management, Philip is leading OMP in the Americas focusing on vision, strategy and global community building. Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A weblink will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Schedule: 6:45pm - Online meeting room opens for networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:30pm - Wrap-up Cost: Free for all pre-registered attendees Reservations: RSVP's required by 12noon on Thursday, June 10th to programs@akronapics.org.
Wednesday, April 19, 2021 online meeting Feature Presentation: Team NEO -- accelerating business growth, job creation and stronger supply chains in Northeast Ohio. Jay Foran, Senior Vice President of Industry and Innovation and Jacob Duritsky, Vice President of Strategy and Research, both from Team NEO, will provide a thought provoking discussion on several relevant topics including: Speaker Bios: Jay Foran
Jay has an impressive record of leadership in enabling successful civic advocacy organizations, pri-vate and public campaigns, and assessments to support community sustainability. He currently sits on the Board of Trustees for the Three Arches Foundation and is a founder of LakewoodAlive, a local community development corporation. He also serves on the Ohio Aerospace & Aviation Advisory Council. In 2015, Jay was named one of America’s Top 50 Economic Development Professionals by Consultant Connect.
Jacob has been with Team NEO since 2008. Previously, Jacob served as an integral part of the organization’s business attraction efforts in leading our work around site selector engagement and proactive energy development. Jacob holds a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs, Cleveland State University, where he also holds a Master of Science in Urban Studies. He is a member of the Urban Studies Association, American Econom-ic Association and American Planning Association. Location: A weblink for this online Zoom session will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Schedule: 6:45pm - Feature presentation 7:45pm - Wrap-up
Cost: Free for all pre-registered attendees Reservations: RSVP's required by 12noon on Wednesday, April 21st to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, March 23, 2021 online meeting with ISM Akron and APICS Cleveland chapters Feature Presentation: Supply Management Strategy in a Post COVID-19 World: This webinar will present and discuss supply strategies that can be implemented to navigate supply risks, towards building a resilient supply chain. The speaker will also discuss the present state of the logistics industry, including how to plan for the contracting of warehousing and transportation services. Presented by: Dr. Mahesh Srinivasan, University of Akron Dr. Mahesh Srinivasan is an Associate Professor of Supply Chain and Operations Management and Director of the Institute for Global Business in the College of Business Administration at The University of Akron, Ohio. He has a Ph.D. in Supply Chain Management and a Masters degree in Business Logistics from The Pennsylvania State University and a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering. Mahesh has multiple years of industry experience working for a major German multinational company in addition to consulting with companies in the areas of Supply Chain and Logistics Management. His research articles have appeared in many prestigious peer reviewed journals including the Journal of Business Logistics, International Journal of Production Economics, Transportation Journal, Supply Chain Forum: An International Journal, Business Horizons Journal, Management Research Review, European Management Journal and International Journal of Enterprise Information Systems. He serves on the Editorial Review Boards of the Journal of Business Logistics, European Management Journal and Journal of Transportation Security. He was part of the Working Committee of President Obama’s initiative on Advance Manufacturing Partnership (AMP) 2.0. Location: A weblink for this online session will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Schedule: 6:15pm - Online meeting room opens for networking 6:30pm - Feature presentation
Cost: Free for all pre-registered attendees Reservations: RSVP's required by 12noon on Tuesday, March 23rd to programs@akronapics.org. Please specify in your email with meeting you would like to attend.
Wednesday, March 17, 2021 online meeting with APICS Columbus CANCELLED BECAUSE THE SPEAKERS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PRESENT Planned Presentation: Target's response and journey through the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 was one of the largest shocks to supply and demand since World War II. It caught retailers and customers alike by surprise. How did a large retailer like Target shift? And what might things look like moving forward for retailers like Target? Join our March PDM as Grant Miller and Bret Mayer from Target’s grocery division join us to share their journey through the pandemic.
Wednesday, January 27, 2021 online meeting Feature Presentation: Leading Change through Creative Problem Solving (CPS): Shifting the emphasis from operational process to engaging with how people think. Over the years, and partly due to technological innovations, manufacturing as well as other industries are finding themselves learning to adapt to competitive markets and rapid change. We have all heard the intensity of change is only going to happen faster, too. So, what is all this doing to the shop floor or operational environments? We may not have specifically given a name to these environments, such as VUCA - Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity or Ambiguity, however everyone in the organization has felt these principles. A few years after WWII, the Japanese began finding ways to add controls to these principles through the Toyota Production System. Right? Well, you know it later became Lean Thinking. And in some circles, a little twist and it blended into Lean Six sigma. What do you always hear with these operational processes? We must have buy-in from the users at the shop floor. Today, you are even finding other improvement processes and possibly others will be invented in our future to bring control over VUCA. Using Zoom, we would like to share a way to shift the emphasis from operational processes like 8D, PDCA, DMAIC or Kaizen to one of engaging with how people think such as CPS. No, not change these processes and tools but more the thinking within them. Creativity really is at the heart of Lean thinking and some others however it may take a back seat to more analytical thinking; controls depending upon how you were taught. Using CPS, let us find out together how we as leaders might earn that buy-in. Presented by: Anthony Pagliaroli and Joanna Sutton, from Bright Lights Innovations. For more information about the organization and speakers, please feel free to click on the link to their website: www.brightlightsinnovations.com Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A weblink will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Schedule: 6:45pm - Online meeting room opens for networking 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:30pm - Wrap-up Cost: Free for all pre-registered attendees Reservations: RSVP's required by 12noon on Wednesday, January 27th to programs@akronapics.org.
Tuesday, November 17, 2020 = Joint online meeting with APICS Columbus chapter Feature Presentation: Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) What is additive manufacturing, and how can it help your business to grow? 3D printing is more than just creating keychains and desktop toys! It’s transforming how business approach prototyping, replacement parts, and increasingly complex manufacturing & retail products. Presented by: Ashley Totin, America Makes Location: ONLINE meeting using Zoom software. A weblink will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Schedule: 6:45pm - Online meeting room opens 7:00pm - Introductions 7:10pm - Feature presentation 8:10pm - Networking session 8:30pm - Wrap-up Cost: Free for all pre-registered attendees Reservations: RSVP's required by 12noon on Tuesday, November 17th to programs@akronapics.org .
Tuesday, October 20, 2020, presentations at both 6pm and 6:45pm Feature Presentations: Economic Outlook Presented from 6:00 to 7:15pm by: Dr. Joel Elvery, Federal Reserve of Cleveland Joel Elvery is a policy economist in the Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. Dr. Elvery’s primary fields of interest are labor, public, and urban economics. In particular, he studies the regional economy of the Fourth Federal Reserve District, which includes Ohio, western Pennsylvania, eastern Kentucky, and the northern panhandle of West Virginia. A self-professed data geek, he enjoys turning data into information. Prior to joining the Bank in 2013, Dr. Elvery was an assistant professor in the Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs at Cleveland State University. Before that, he held the position of research economist at the Bureau of Labor Statistics in Washington DC. He also worked as a social science analyst at the US Census Bureau’s Center for Economic Studies. Dr. Elvery holds a BA in economics from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a PhD in economics from the University of Maryland. Presented from 6:45pm to 8:15pm by: Guhan Venkatu, Federal Reserve of Cleveland Guhan Venkatu is a group vice president in the Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. He leads the department's regional analysis and outreach group. Mr. Venkatu joined the Cleveland Reserve Bank in 1998 as a research analyst. In his tenure with the Bank, he has held positions of increasing responsibility including economist and vice president and senior regional officer of the Bank’s Pittsburgh Branch. His prior research has focused on inflation and inflation expectations, housing and household finance, and factors related to regional economic growth. His research and analysis have been a resource for the public, and he has advised and informed the Bank’s president and boards of directors. Mr. Venkatu is a graduate of Leadership Pittsburgh, and he previously served as a member of the Ohio Governor’s Council of Economic Advisors. He received undergraduate and graduate degrees in economics from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Mr. Venkatu has a MA Economics from Miami University (Ohio) 1997 and a BA Economics Miami University (Ohio) 1995. Location: ONLINE Cost: Free for all pre-registered attendees Reservations: RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, October 20th to programs@akronapics.org . Please specify if you want to register for the 6:00pm or the 6:45pm presentation. You will need separate links.
Wednesday, May 27, 2020 = online professional development meeting Feature Presentation: Managing Contract Risks in the COVID-19 World and Beyond
Across the world companies of all sizes and all industries are re-examining their supplier, service provider, and customer relationships in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. As interruption spread, many organizations quickly turned to their current contracts in order to understand impact to performance, payment obligations, and risk. Now, as stay-at-home orders come to a close, it is time to turn attention to emerging best practices when contracting in the present and post-COVID environment. This session will take a practical outcomes-based approach to understanding three key areas of business and legal risk under contracts. Attendees will have the opportunity to understand, discuss, and apply: (1) Force Majeure Provisions; (2) Waivers and Limitations of Liability; and (3) Indemnity Provisions. These set the foundation for high-visibility and high-impact contract risk in the COVID-19 world and beyond.
Presented by: Jonathan Todd Jonathan is a Partner in the Transportation & Logistics Practice Group of the law firm Benesch. His practice is focused on global supply chain matters with emphasis on the international logistics and trade requirements for the movement of good around the globe. He assists clients ranging from manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and intermediary service providers with those transactional and regulatory matters. Jonathan is currently serving on the TSA Surface Transportation Security Advisory Committee and the District Export Council for Northern Ohio as well as other industry boards. He holds a MBA in Supply Chain Management as well as a U.S. Customs Broker License in addition to his law degree, and he is APICS CSCP-F certified. Location: Online meeting using GoToMeeting software. You do not have to load this software, as running the program from the web is possible. A weblink will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Schedule: 6:45pm - Meeting room opens for networking 7:00pm - Introduction 7:05pm - Feature presentation 8:00pm - Q&A 8:15pm - Closing remarks Cost: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $0 for Akron APICS members $25 for others Reservations: This is a member appreciation event. Attendance is free for current members of the APICS Akron Chapter. RSVP's required by 12 noon on Wednesday, May 27th to programs@akronapics.org . Also, please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend. Thank you.
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 = online meeting for APICS Akron Chapter members only Feature Presentation: Enhancing Your Webcam Presence: How to Connect with Your Virtual Audience Through That Little Lens
Almost overnight, video conference calls have become a new necessity. As was true before COVID-19, your presence not only makes a first impression but also has a continuing impact on how others perceive, trust and interact with you. Whether interacting with colleagues, customers, or suppliers, your virtual presence also has an impact on how well you communicate, collaborate and get things done!
By the end of the program, you will:
Presented by: Brian Fox
Location: Online meeting using GoToMeeting software. You do not have to load this software, as running the program from the web is possible. A weblink will be sent out the afternoon before the meeting. Schedule: 7:00pm - Introduction 7:05pm - Feature presentation and activities 8:00pm - Closing remarks Cost: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $0 for Akron APICS members $25 for others Reservations: This is a member appreciation event. Attendance is free for current members of the APICS Akron Chapter. RSVP's required by 10am on Wednesday, May 6th to programs@akronapics.org . Also, please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend. Thank you.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: "Cowboy Up: Round Up Your Untapped Potential" You have a competitive edge. Chances are that you haven't correctly identified your potential. It's time to "Cowboy Up", and do the hard work to get over your obstacle. Or your potential could just stay untapped for a long, long time. During this presentation, we will cover how to:
Presented by: Leslie G. Ungar
Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center (Summit Room) 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Schedule: 5:30pm - Networking begins 5:45pm - Before dinner feature presentation 6:15pm - Dinner 7:00pm - After dinner feature presentation 8:00pm - Closing remarks Cost*: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $15 for fulltime students who have not yet joined APICS $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS * Costs listed above are for payment cash or check. Credit cards incur an additional $5 fee. Reservations: RSVP's requested by 9am Thursday, February 13th. RSVP's required by 8am on Tuesday, February 18th to programs@akronapics.org . Also, please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Tuesday, January 21, 2020 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: "Global Transportation & Logistics Procurement" Enterprises with global supply chains know all too well the importance of quality transportation and logistics service, whether internally delivered or outsourced to third party providers. The wide range of interruptions, production delays, unforecasted cost, and reputational damage that can result from unexpected events is tremendous. Today, an increasing number of stakeholders within organizations are tasked with the efficient and error free movement around the globe - including traffic and supply chain departments, procurement teams, risk management, accounting and legal. This session will explore current strategies and risk mitigation practices involved in the global sourcing and use of carriers of all modes, logistics services providers, and warehouses. Attendees will take away a clear picture of procurement trends for those services and emerging norms for minimizing exposure. Presented by: Jonathan Todd, CSCP Jonathan Todd is a Partner in the Transportation & Logistics Practice Group of the law firm Benesch. The practice was recently named by U.S. News & World Report as the “Law Firm of the Year” in transportation law for 2020. This is the fourth year that it has held that title. He serves clients in transportation, logistics, and related regulatory compliance matters. Today’s global supply chains are increasingly the measure of enterprise value propositions and even competitive advantage. Jon’s experience yields the vision, dynamic thinking, and pragmatic problem solving that are keys to winning in this economic environment. He demonstrates the command of operational best practices, regulatory requirements, and savvy toward risk tolerances that his clients demand from themselves and their leadership – because the stakes are high. Fluently speaking the language of global supply chain management makes Jon effective. He understands the players and bottom line business impact because he has been there. Prior to private practice he was Senior Corporate Counsel for a global transportation and logistics provider with operations in North America, Western Europe, and Asia Pacific. He was close to the business as an officer of the international logistics subsidiaries performing freight forwarding, NVOCC, indirect air carrier, and customs brokerage operations, and was instrumental in the day-to-day legal issues of the company’s large motor carriers. Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center (Summit Room) 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Schedule: 5:30pm - Networking begins 5:45pm - Before dinner feature presentation 6:15pm - Dinner 7:00pm - After dinner feature presentation 8:00pm - Closing remarks Cost*: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $15 for fulltime students who have not yet joined APICS $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS * Costs listed above are for payment cash or check. Credit cards incur an additional $5 fee. Reservations: RSVP's requested by 9am Thursday, January 16th. RSVP's required by 5pm on Monday, January 20th to programs@akronapics.org . Also, please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: "Strategic Project Management for Operational Excellence" It is easy to use current projects management techniques to solve operational problems. The insightful and impatient leader wants to go beyond that, creating eye-popping results that connect strategic objectives, customer priorities and lead directly to sustainable cultural transformation. This session shows how to do precisely that. The advanced project management system described, referred to by some as PM 3.0, superbly resolves common problems including:
This session shows you exactly how to do that, showing a new paradigm, roadmap and tools. Success requires a transformation system as well as a systems approach to transformation. You’ll get both. See how insightful leaders achieved “impossible” outcomes, excited customers, engaged employees and set new measures of success at high speed others can only dream about. Learn how multiple practitioners got lightning fast results such as $20 million in savings, response and cycle time reductions of 80%, and recognition for best-in-class enterprise performance. If you are impatient for transformative results, this jargon-free session is for you. Presented by: Tony Belilovskiy, C3 Excellence Tony Belilovskiy joined the C3 Excellence team following a very successful career in healthcare and business. His diverse expertise includes engineering in metallurgy, ballistics, licensed clinician, healthcare administration, auditor, healthcare consulting, and entrepreneurial business ownership. His experience ranges from clinical, healthcare administration, healthcare IT, contract administration and negotiations, financial analysis, business and people management, systems implementations and mergers, data analysis, data migration, medical claims analysis, college and university course development, and varied projects that come with owning your own management consulting business. Tony has expertise in areas of quality and leadership, culture change, project management and strategic planning. Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center (Summit Room) 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Schedule: 5:30pm - Networking begins 5:45pm - Before dinner feature presentation 6:15pm - Dinner 7:00pm - After dinner feature presentation 8:00pm - Closing remarks Cost*: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $15 for fulltime students who have not yet joined APICS $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS * Costs listed above are for payment cash or check. Credit cards incur an additional $5 fee. Reservations: RSVP's requested by 3pm Friday, November 15th. RSVP's required by 9am on Tuesday, November 19th to programs@akronapics.org .
Wednesday, October 23, 2019 = APICS members only invited Event: Plant tour and Supply Chain Management overview of Nidec Drive Systems Location: Nidec Drive Systems 1503 Exeter Road Akron, OH 44306 Schedule: 4:30pm - Registration and networking 4:45pm - Plant tour and overview of Nidec Drive Systems supply chain management 6:00pm - Wrap-up 6:15pm - Adjourn Cost: (event only open to APICS members and Akron chapter invited guests) $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors (always chapter invited guests) $0 for APICS professional members Reservations: RSVP's requested by 1pm Monday, October 21st. RSVP's required by 9am on Wednesday, Oct. 23rd to programs@akronapics.org . Plant tour is closed to competitors. Confirmations will be emailed to all registered participants. If an emergency comes up, and you need to cancel your reservation, please email programs@akronapics.org
Tuesday, May 21, 2019 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: "BlockChain, IoT, 3D printing, and other emerging technologies in the Lean Enterprise and Supply Chain" We have heard about additive manufacturing (3D printing), Industry 4.0, the Industrial Internet of Things and the Internet of Things, and many of us are now learning about Blockchain. In this presentation Becky Morgan will lead an interactive conversation about how to consider and prioritize these technologies in your company, if at all. Whether you've been involved in these technologies within your company for years, or you don't understand what any of them truly mean, you'll get value out of this meeting! Presented by: Rebecca Morgan The thought leadership of Rebecca A. Morgan, President of Fulcrum ConsultingWorks Inc., is expressed through consulting, writing, and speaking — the Johnny Appleseed of manufacturing operations strategy. Fortune Brands, Avery Dennison, VitaMix and Hunter Defense Technologies are just a few of the many companies that have turned to the thinking and expertise of Morgan over the past 26 years. Before founding her consulting business in 1990 Morgan served in leadership at Perdue Farms, Cleveland Trust, Stouffer Foods, TRW and Precision CastParts. Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center (Summit Room) 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Cost: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $15 for fulltime students who have not yet joined APICS $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS Reservations: RSVP's requested by 9am Thursday, May 16th. RSVP's required by 9am on Monday, May 20th to programs@akronapics.org . Also, please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Tuesday, April 16, 2019 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: Economic Outlook Presented by: Guhan Venkatu, Federal Reserve of Cleveland Guhan Venkatu is a group vice president in the Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. He leads the department's regional analysis and outreach group. Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center (Summit Room) 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Schedule: 5:30pm - Networking begins 5:45pm - Before dinner feature presentation 6:15pm - Dinner 7:00pm - After dinner feature presentation 8:00pm - Closing remarks
Tuesday, February 19, 2019 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: Managing Logistics Spending Presented by: Randy Dettmer, CSCP Growing up liking trains evolved into a career in transportation and logistics within the supply chain. Randy's first experience was with ABF Trucking as a clerk at the Youngstown, OH terminal during his undergrad years. After a brief stint as a graduate assistant, he officially entered the world of industrial transportation management at National Refractories and Minerals. At National, the real education about barges, containers, rail cars and trucks began. After a brief stint as a fleet manager for a chemical distributor, a prior boss recruited him to Premier Magnesia for a twenty-year run managing truck and rail freight for a chemical manufacturer and distributor including customer-facing interactions with suppliers and customers. Currently, Randy is running the shipping department at the Walton Hills location of Valtris Specialty Chemicals. He holds a BSBA in Transportation Management and an MBA from Youngstown State University. Randy attended the Akron APICS Chapter CSCP classes and obtained his CSCP in 2008. Randy spends free time enjoying family, hiking and listing to German heavy metal music. He is a native NE Ohioian, avid Cleveland Indians fan, and a member of APCIS, CSCMP, and NMRA. Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center (Summit Room) 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Schedule: 5:30pm - Networking begins 6:15pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Feature presentation 8:00pm - Closing remarks Cost: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $15 for fulltime students who have not yet joined APICS $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS
Wednesday, January 16, 2019 = joint dinner meeting with Cleveland APICS chapter Feature Presentation: Import and Export Compliance The world was full of uncertainty in 2018 as importers and exporters faced a fast-paced and every changing regulatory environment. High-impact changes cut across industries including the Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum, the Section 301 tariffs on imports from China, and the ongoing NAFTA negotiations resulting in the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (“USMCA”). Certain sectors also faced increasing seizures for intellectual property rights related concerns and increasing audits including for AD/CV compliance. The stakes are higher now more than ever. Every domestic company with foreign suppliers, customers, or operations is faced with the complexities of trade compliance. At best the compliance world is full of administrative considerations requiring close attention. At worst it is a world of supply chain interruption, unforeseen cost, civil fines, criminal penalties, and negative headlines. A little preparation will go a long way in 2019. Presented by: Jonathan Todd, Partner in the Benesch Law FIrm’s distinguished Transportation & Logistics Practice Group. Jonathan advises clients on transportation, logistics, warehousing, import compliance, export controls and economic sanctions, and related supply chain management issues. He leads those transactional and regulatory matters for manufacturers, distributors, retailers, third party logistics providers, brokers, forwarders, intermediaries, and carriers of all modes. His work spans the wide range of challenges that arise when clients buy and sell regulated companies, purchase and offer regulated services, procure and produce goods, deliver those services or ship those goods around the world, and manage regulatory compliance or respond to enforcement actions. Location: Holiday Inn 6001 Rockside Rd. Independence, Ohio 44131 Schedule: 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:00pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Cost: $15 for APICS student members $25 for fulltime faculty $30 for APICS professional members $35 for nonmembers Reservations: RSVP's needed by 12 noon on Wednesday, January 16th to programs@akronapics.org . Also, please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Thursday, December 13, 2018 = joint dinner meeting with the ASQ Akron/Canton Chapter Feature Presentation: A Creative Hands-on Approach to Teaching Six Sigma While Lean Six Sigma has been widely accepted in manufacturing and service organizations, it’s acceptance in higher education has been slow. Universities are beginning to teach the concepts of Lean Six Sigma in courses, yet even fewer are actually applying these tools to their operations. Training and energizing students, faculty, staff, and administration to use Lean Six Sigma requires an interactive approach. Active participation by the learners is necessary for complex topics to be truly understood. This presentation will address a different model for teaching probability and statistics leading to an energized application of continuous improvement. To understand and remember a subject, according to experts in the field, three areas must be in place: useful, relevant and interesting. It is necessary to transform the classroom from a passive to an active environment to improve the learning experience, increase content retention, and improve student engagement. This presentation will demonstrate several unique and unusual techniques to teach probability, statistics, and design of experiments including two innovative audience participation card illusions that provide creative ways to engage students. This will be a non-technical and entertaining show. Spouses are welcome to attend. Presented by: Bill Hooper, William Hooper Consulting Bill Hooper is an adjunct Professor for the Center for Professional Studies in Technology and Applied Research at Purdue University at West Lafayette, Indiana in addition to President of William Hooper Consulting, a firm he started in 2012 with the mission of teaching and applying the concepts of Lean Six Sigma for small and mid-sized companies. His company’s business model is centered around innovative courses taught primarily hands-on using card and coin illusion, the sport of juggling and experimental helicopters to teach such areas as probability, hypothesis experimental method, statistical process control, capability analysis, regression modeling and Design of Experiments. Bill has taught the courses throughout the US, Canada and internationally in Africa and the Middle East. He has applied the model for large scale improvements in quality, downtime, rework elimination and cycle time reduction for manufacturing and transactional companies. Location: Cambria Suites Akron/Canton Airport Hotel 1787 Thorn Drive Uniontown, OH Schedule: 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:00pm - Dinner and Presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Cost: $10 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $10 for fulltime college professors $20 for APICS professional members $30 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by noon on Tuesday, December 11th to programs@akronapics.org . Also, please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Thursday, November 15, 2018 = joint dinner meeting with Cleveland ISM Feature Presentation: Raw Materials and their Supply Chain -- How materials-centric solutions and corporate relationships can work together to improve the supply chain process. Presented by: Nigel Benn, the Director of ASM Material Solutions Network Location: Embassy Suites 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd. Independence, Ohio 44131 Schedule: 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:00pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Cost: $10 for APICS student members $20 for fulltime students $20 for fulltime faculty $25 for APICS members $40 for nonmembers Reservations: RSVP's needed by 3pm on Monday, November 12th to programs@akronapics.org . Also, please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Tuesday, October 16, 2018 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: A Sixth Sense for Project Management® Humorous, engaging, and based on a comprehensive multi-year study, Mr. Roeder's signature keynote receives ovations everywhere it's delivered. As described in his December, 2017 TEDx presentation under the same name (over 10k views), Mr. Roeder colorfully outlines the six disciplines individuals need to lead change. A Sixth Sense for Project Management® is based on Mr. Roeder's Amazon best-selling book with the same title. Mr. Roeder has delivered this presentation over 100 times to groups of all sizes from Washington State to Boston, from Canada to Panama and Luxembourg. This program is perfect for:
Presented by: Tres Roeder, MBA, PMP Tres Roeder is a change agent. Working with businesses, communities, and governments - using project and change management - he drives positive change. He is founder and president of Roeder Consulting, a leading professional services firm expert at project management and organizational change. He is the author of two Amazon best-sellers, A Sixth Sense for Project Management and Managing Project Stakeholders. Mr. Roeder has been quoted by leading publications including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and MSN Money. He has worked with John Deere, Goodyear, Lowes, Avery Dennison, Chrysler, Vitamix, KeyBank, and other top brands. Mr. Roeder is a City Council member in Shaker Heights, Ohio where he chairs a task force on 21st Century Government. He also serves on several boards, including, the Northeast Ohio City Council Association where he’s focused on regional collaboration. He holds a BA in Economics from the University of Illinois and an MBA from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University. He spends free time enjoying family, reading, and participating in triathlons. Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center (Summit Room) 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Schedule: 5:15pm - Registration and networking begins 5:45pm - 1st part of feature presentation 6:15pm - Dinner 7:00pm - 2nd part of feature presentation 8:00pm - Closing remarks Cost: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $10 for fulltime students who have not yet joined APICS $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS
Thursday, September 20, 2018 = joint dinner meeting with Cleveland ISM Feature Presentation: ISO 9001:2015 -- Transition to the New Standards Presented by: Stephen Gazy of SG Consulting
Stephen Gazy of SG Consulting will help you understand the new maze of requirements and specifically, how the changes will impact buyers relative to risk and measurement throughout the supply chain. Location: Embassy Suites 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd. Independence, Ohio 44131 Schedule: 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:00pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Cost: $10 for APICS student members $20 for fulltime students $20 for fulltime faculty $25 for APICS members $40 for nonmembers Reservations: RSVP's needed by noon on Monday, September 17th to programs@akronapics.org .
Wednesday, May 2, 2018 = Member Appreciation & Top Management meeting Feature Presentation: Supplier Chain Management Information Flow at Goodyear
Presented by: Saleem Bahezaad, Global IT Manager - Procurement, Goodyear Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 Schedule: 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:00pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Cost: $10 for APICS Akron chapter members (Member Appreciation Night) $10 for managers of Akron chapter members (Top Management Night) $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free) $0 for fulltime college faculty $10 for fulltime college students (who haven't joined APICS yet) $20 for members from other APICS chapters (with APICS member #) $30 for nonmembers of APICS Reservations: Reservations are required. Please RSVP by 4pm on Tuesday, May 1st to programs@akronapics.org. Also, please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Thursday, April 19, 2018 = joint dinner meeting with Cleveland ISM Feature Presentation: Evaluating Your Supply Chain Workforce Presented by: Mark Kogelnik, Watterson Associates With a strong interest and expertise in organizational development, Mark Kogeknik develops custom solutions to identify, retain and develop talent. With fifteen years experience, he has conducted numerous training and development programs in a variety of industries, both domestic and international. In his presentation, Mark will also share some insights on his approach to help his client companies hire and develop key individuals for today and tomorrow. Location: Embassy Suites 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd. Independence, Ohio 44131 Schedule: 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:00pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Presentation 8:15pm - Wrap-up Cost: $10 for APICS student members $15 for fulltime students $15 for fulltime faculty $25 for APICS members $35 for nonmembers Reservations: RSVP's needed by noon on Wednesday, April 18th to programs@akronapics.org . RSVP's requested before noon on Monday, April 16th.
Tuesday, March 20, 2018 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentations: Current State of HR
Leveraging LinkedIn
Presented by: Sonya Weiland -- Owner of WeilandWorks Consulting - Recognized strategic partner in HR - 2018 WELDing the Way Honoree - Sought-after trainer and speaker Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center (Summit Room) 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Schedule: 5:15pm - Registration and networking begins 5:30pm - 1st part of feature presentation 6:20pm - Dinner 7:00pm - 2nd part of feature presentation 8:00pm - Closing remarks Cost: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $10 for fulltime students who have not yet joined APICS $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS Reservations: RSVP's needed by noon on Monday, March 19th to programs@akronapics.org . RSVP's requested before 9pm on Wednesday, March 14th.
Tuesday, February 20, 2018 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: What are Hiring Managers and Executives Expecting?
Presented by: Russ Steward -- Director, Project & Parts Procurement for North America, Babcock & Wilcox Russ has over 30 years of supply chain experience. He previously served as VP of Supply Chain for the Tennessee Valley Authority. Russ earned a Bachelor's degree from San Diego State University, anda Juris Doctorate from Capital University Law School. Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center (Summit I Room) 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Schedule: 5:15pm - Registration and networking begins 5:30pm - 1st part of feature presentation 6:20pm - Dinner 7:00pm - 2nd part of feature presentation 8:00pm - Closing remarks Cost: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $10 for fulltime students who have not yet joined APICS $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS Reservations: RSVP's requested by noon on Monday, February 19th to programs@akronapics.org . Early RSVP's, preferably before 9pm on Wednesday, February 14th, are appreciated. Please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend due to an emergency. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Tuesday, January 16, 2018 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Featuring 2 terrific presentations: Current State of the Economy Presented by: Dr. Joel Elvery Economist in the Research Department Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland Staying on your Charted Course for both Professional and Personal Goals Presented by: Rose D. Sloat & Darryl S. Doane Managing Partners of the Learning Service, Ltd. Best-selling authors and interational performance-based training and development specialists Location: Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Health & Wellness Center 2nd floor conference center 4125 Medina Road Akron, OH 44333 Schedule: 5:15pm - Registration and networking begins 5:30pm - 1st presentation - Current State of the Economy 6:20pm - Dinner 7:00pm - 2nd Presentation - Staying on your Chartered Course 8:00pm - Closing remarks Cost: $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS
Thursday, November 16, 2017 = joint dinner meeting with ASQ Feature Presentations:
Presented by: Bob Doering, CorrectSPC Location: Cambria Suites Akron/Canton Airport Hotel 1787 Thorn Drive Uniontown, OH 5:30pm Registration and networking begins 6:00pm 1st presentation 6:45pm Buffet Dinner 7:15pm 2nd Presentation 8:00pm Closing remarks $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by 9am on Wed., November 15th to programs@akronapics.org . Early RSVP's are appreciated.
Thursday, October 19, 2017 = joint dinner meeting with Cleveland APICS and ISM Feature Presentation: National and Regional Economic Outlook Presented by: Ruben Hernandez-Murillo, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland Location: Embassy Suites 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd. Independence, Ohio 44131 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:00pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Presentation 8:15pm - Closing remarks $0 for APICS student members $15 for fulltime students $15 for fulltime faculty $25 for APICS members $35 for nonmembers RSVP's requested by noon on Wednesday, October 18th to programs@akronapics.org . Please include in your email's subject line whether you are making a reservation for 10/17 or 10/19. Early RSVP's are appreciated. Please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend due to an emergency. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Tuesday, October 17, 2017 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: Procurement Strategy and Agility in the Age of Exponential Change
Presented by: Jeff Colket, Director of Enterprise Sales at Tradeshift Rizwan Malik, Director of Value Engineering at Tradeshift Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 5:15pm Registration and networking begins 5:30pm 1st presentation 6:20pm Buffet Dinner 7:00pm 2nd Presentation 8:00pm Closing remarks $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free for fulltime students) $0 for fulltime college professors $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by noon on Monday, October 16th to programs@akronapics.org . Please include in your email's subject line whether you are making a reservation for 10/17 or 10/19. Early RSVP's are appreciated.
Tuesday, May 16, 2017 = Member Appreciation & Top Management meeting Feature Presentation: PepsiCo Supply Chain improvements
Presented by: Scott Maruna, PepsiCo Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 5:30pm Registration 5:45pm Feature Presentation -- PepsiCo projects 6:30pm Buffet Dinner 7:15pm APICS awards and elections 7:20pm Presentation -- SCOR processes & metrics $0 for APICS Akron chapter members (Member Appreciation Night) $0 for managers of Akron chapter members (Top Management Night) $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free) $0 for fulltime college faculty $10 for college students $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by noon on Monday, May 15th. Please email programs@akronapics.org Please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend due to an emergency. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Tues. April 18, 2017 = Tour of Habitat for Humanity & ReStore This event will include an informational overview of the current programs offered by Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, including group builds, exterior home repairs, ReStore volunteers, special event fundraisers, etc. Speakers will include Jim Sukys (Vice President & COO), Mary Shepherd (Family & Volunteer Coordinator) and Laura Fiegelist (Communications & Marketing Coordinator). More information about Habitat for Humanity is available at www.hfhsummitcounty.org The tour is free. Dinner is not included. Some attendees will be meeting for dinner afterwards at Primo's Deli, 1707 Vernon Odom Blvd., Akron, OH 44320. Location: ReStore and Habitat for Humanity 2301 Romig Road Akron, OH 44320 Tour is from 5:30pm to 6:30pm RSVP's requested by noon on Monday, April 17th. Please email programs@akronapics.org
Tuesday, March 21, 2017 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Presented by: Michael Irish, U.S. Customs New location listed below: Cafe Bricco 3150 West Market Street Akron, OH 44333 5:15pm Registration and networking begins 5:30pm 1st presentation 6:20pm Buffet Dinner 7:00pm 2nd Presentation $0 for APICS student members $0 for fulltime college professors $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS
Thursday, February 23, 2017 = joint dinner meeting with Cleveland APICS and ISM Feature Presentation: Lean Six Sigma Presented by: Robert D. Skillman, CQE, CQA Location: Embassy Suites 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd. Independence, Ohio 44131 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:00pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Presentation 8:15pm - Closing remarks $0 for APICS student members $10 for fulltime students $10 for fulltime faculty $20 for APICS members $30 for nonmembers
Tuesday, January 17, 2017 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Feature Presentation: Manufacturing Outsourcing
New location listed below: Cafe Bricco 3150 West Market Street Akron, OH 44333 5:15pm Registration and networking begins 5:30pm 1st presentation 6:20pm Buffet Dinner 7:00pm 2nd Presentation $0 for APICS student members $0 for fulltime college professors $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS
Tuesday, November 15, 2016 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM with 2 speakers
5:30pm presentation: Federal Reserve's National Economic Outlook by Joel Elvery of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland 7:00pm presentation: Everyone Communicates, Few Connect by Mark Mullen, Senior Manager of Global Training & Development with Aleris New Location -- please see below: Cafe Bricco 3150 West Market Street Akron, OH 44333 5:15pm Registration begins 5:30pm 1st presentation 6:20pm Buffet Dinner 7:00pm 2nd Presentation $0 for APICS student members $0 for fulltime college professors $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by noon on Monday, November 14th to programs@akronapics.org .
Tuesday, October 18, 2016 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Featured Presentation: Group Purchasing Organizations (GPO)
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Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 5:15pm Registration begins 5:30pm Feature presentation, part 1 6:20pm Buffet Dinner 7:00pm Feature Presentation, part 2 $0 for APICS student members $0 for fulltime college professors $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by noon on Monday, October 17th to programs@akronapics.org .
Friday May 27, 2016 = Golf Scramble Event with ISM Akron Location: Sable Creek Golf Course 5942 Edison St. NE Hartville, OH 44632 Registration - 8am Shotgun Start - 9am Hot dogs at the Turn Awards Dinner - 3pm Cost: APICS members = $40 per player Non-members = $65 per player Cost includes green and cart fees, hot dogs at the turn, awards dinner, and a chance to win prizes. Golf attire is required, including collared shirts. No steel spikes allowed. If you are interested in joining us, please email programs@akronapics.org by 5/20. Prepayment by check or credit card is required to hold your reservation.
Wed. May 4, 2016 = Member Appreciation and Top Management dinner meeting Feature Presentation: Emotional Intelligence, and IQ vs. EQ Research has shown that people with average IQ's frequently outperform those with high IQ's. Decades of research point to emotional intelligence as being a key factor that helps star performers perform better than the rest of the pack. Emotional intelligence is different than your intellect, and there is no known connection between your IQ and your emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence involves a set of skills that can be acquired, developed, and improved with practice. People with high emotional intelligence have both strong personal competence and social competence. Many companies now use emotional intelligence testing to evaluate potential new staff and candidates for promotion. This after-dinner presentation will share an overview of emotional intelligence, enable attendees to take an EI quiz, and learn ways to improve their emotional intelligence. Presented by: Jeffrey Lubash, CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP, CPM, BSE, MBA Jeffrey Lubash is president of Affiliated Services Group, Ltd., a management consulting firm. Jeff’s specialties include teaching and helping clients implement Operational Excellence methods such as Lean Enterprise, Six Sigma, High Performance Workplace, Value Chain and Supply Chain Management. Jeff is a seasoned executive, who in addition to his extensive line management experience, has been an accomplished consultant for 27 years. Jeff’s line management experience includes General Management, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering and Plant Management. He effectively combines an MBA and an engineering degree with decades of practical experience. Jeff’s is an APICS Master Instructor for CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) and Lean Enterprise, as well the current Akron APICS Chapter President. Dinner Meeting Location: Tangiers, 532 West Market Street, Akron 5:30pm Registration and Networking 6:00pm Buffet Dinner 6:50pm Annual Awards and Elections 7:00pm Feature Presentation $0 for APICS members (Member Appreciation Night) $0 for managers of APICS members (Top Management Night) $0 for APICS student members (joining APICS is free) $0 for fulltime college faculty $10 for fulltime college students $20 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by noon on Tuesday, May 3rd. Please email programs@akronapics.org Please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend due to an emergency. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Tuesday, April 19, 2016 = Port of Cleveland tour Timing: 1:45pm - Meet at Barnes and Noble in Fairlawn (4015 Medina Road, Akron 44333) 2:00pm - Depart for Port of Cleveland in chauffeured vehicle (no separate cars) 2:45pm - Check-in at Port of Cleveland (photo ID required) 3:00pm - Port of Cleveland - 2 hour walking tour and overview of the operations 5:30pm - Arrive back at Barnes and Noble in Fairlawn There is no charge to attend this professional development event for APICS members. All attendees must have a valid drivers license ID with them. Space is limited. This is a joint event with ISM Akron. Tour logistics require us to all arrive in the same vehicle. APICS members should RSVP by 11am on Wed. 4/14 by sending an email to programs@akronapics.org .
Tuesday, March 15, 2016 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Featured Presentation: Import Compliance and Trade Management
Presented by: Michael D. Easton, Licensed Customs Broker VP & General Manager, Star USA, Inc. Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 5:15pm Registration begins 5:30pm Feature presentation, part 1 6:20pm Buffet Dinner 7:00pm Feature Presentation, part 2 $0 for APICS student members $0 for fulltime faculty $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by noon on Thursday, March 10th to programs@akronapics.org . Reservations will still be accepted until noon on Monday, March 14th. Please notify programs@akronapics.org if you made a reservation but will not be able to attend due to an emergency. We may be able to cancel your dinner if we notify the caterer early enough. Thank you.
Thursday, February 18, 2016 = joint dinner meeting with Cleveland APICS and ISM Topic: The Future of Manufacturing: Innovation and Globalization The Global manufacturing sector has undergone huge changes since the fall of large scale Socialism/Communism in the world. Only in a Capitalist economy can a country leap into the first tier of manufacturing nations, within 20 years. Manufacturing remains critically important to developing and mature economies. In developing countries, it continues to provide an economic revitalization from subsistence agriculture to rising standards of living. In mature economies, it provides the catalyst for ground breaking innovation, research and development, productivity improvement and globalization of markets; bringing effectiveness and efficiency to the world’s economies. Manufacturing is also the catalyst for increased demand for personal services, as people become more affluent. Business leaders and Government entities cannot rely on old economic models to fuel the new innovative and globalized business environments. The future of manufacturing will require a significant restructuring of existing economies, regulations and business strategies. Speaker: Dr. Joseph R. Muscatello Joe is an accomplished executive with domestic and international manufacturing and consulting experience specializing in turning around underperforming organizations. Joe is a six-sigma champion and lean manufacturing expert. He has presented at over 100 different business and academic venues, both internationally and domestically, and is a consultant to several Fortune 500 companies. A veteran project manager of 9 ERP system installations, Joe has had excellent results with his unique change management skill set. He can manage programs for all levels of an organization from shop floor personnel to executive management. APICS certified at the fellow level (CFPIM) and a 17 year veteran teaching APICS certification courses for the Cleveland Chapter, Joe has served APICS on many local board positions and as Region 3 Chapter Development Director during 2007. Currently, Joe is an Assistant Professor of Business and Technology at Kent State University and Owner/Operator of The Muscatello Group, a Consulting Company and Fina-Day, Inc., a Property Management Company. He is also a founding Board Member of Emerald Rose, an elderly mental health facility. Joe has purchased and sold several companies after implementing his turnaround strategies and he has started several companies of his own. Location: Embassy Suites 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd. Independence, Ohio 44131 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:15pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Presentation 8:30pm - Closing remarks $0 for APICS student members $20 for APICS members $30 for nonmembers RSVP requested by noon on Wednesday, Februrary 17th to programs@akronapics.org
Tuesday, February 16, 2016 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Featured Presentation: Risk Management
Presented by Bruce Yarnall, owner of Supply Management Solutions Bruce has been involved in risk mitigation in aerospace and automotive at all levels. His primary focus was supply chain/procurement to mitigate interruption to supply operations. His drive was to have an integrated approach to the sustainability of goods and services for programs and company management. Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 5:15pm Registration begins 5:30pm Feature presentation, part 1 6:20pm Buffet Dinner 7:00pm Feature Presentation, part 2 $0 for APICS student members $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by noon on Thursday, February 11th to programs@akronapics.org . Reservations will still be accepted until noon on Monday, February 15th.
Tuesday, January 19, 2016 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM Featured Presentation: Spend Under Management Presented by Jack Hess Jack Hess is the founder and CEO of Spend Management Institute. With nearly two decades of End to End Source to Pay spend management experience, Jack has helped some of the world's leading brands drive greater savings through their supply chain and S2P operations while aligning S2P successes to uplifting financial outcomes such as EPS, Operating Profit and Working Capital. Jack began his Sourcing and Procurement career at Emerson Electric and Diebold where he held various executive level positions in corporate procurement partnering with finance. Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 5:15pm Registration begins 5:30pm Feature presentation, part 1 6:20pm Buffet Dinner 7:00pm Feature Presentation, part 2 $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by 9am on Friday, January 15th to programs@akronapics.org . Reservations will still be accepted until noon on Monday, January 18th.
Tuesday, October 13, 2015 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM/NAPM Featured Presentation: Federal Reserve's National Economic Outlook Presented by Timothy Stehulak Tim will give his views on the national economic outlook, including selected international developments. Tim is a research analyst in the Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. His primary interests include applied microeconomics, economics of education, consumer finance, and macroeconomics. A native of Monroe, Michigan, Tim is a graduate of the College of Wooster and holds a BA in economics. Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 5:15pm Registration begins 5:30pm Feature presentation, part 1 6:20pm Buffet Dinner 7:00pm Feature Presentation, part 2 $20 for APICS members $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by 9am on Friday, October 9th to programs@akronapics.org . Reservations will still be accepted until noon on Monday, October 12th.
Wednesday, May 13, 2015 "Member Appreciation and Top Management Night" Professional Development Dinner Meeting with Annual Awards, Chapter Elections and a Featured Presentation Featured Presentation: Big Data, presented by John Sulka Big Data Presentation summary: there’s a lot of noise currently about Big Data. John Sulka will explore what it is and what it’s not, what comprises Big Data and why is it different from what’s been done in the past. From Hadoop to the shop floor to the Internet of Everything, you should get a picture of whether Big Data currently or will in the future have an impact on your life and your work environment. Included in the presentation will be an overview of the technology behind Big Data as well as examples of Big Data in today’s world. John Sulka is a Solution Architect at Information Builders for the past 10 years. John has over 35 years of experience in manufacturing and information technology at companies like General Electric and General Tire. He also has previously worked as a Manufacturing Consultant at both SAP and i2 Technologies. John currently serves on the Akron Area APICS chapter as Director of Membership and is a Past-President of the chapter. He has been a presenter at both APICS Professional Development Meetings and Regional Conferences. Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 5:30pm Networking 6:00pm Buffet Dinner 6:45pm Annual Awards 7:00pm Feature Presentation $0 for members (Member Appreciation Night) $0 for managers of members (Top Management Night) $0 for APICS student members $0 for fulltime faculty $10 for fulltime students $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP requested by noon on Monday, May 11th to programs@akronapics.org. In your email, please indicate the method of payment (cash, check or credit card) you will be using for this event.
Tuesday, March 17, 2015 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM/NAPM Feature Presentation: Influencing without Authority, by Ron Emery As part of this presentation, you will learn about
Ron Emery is an author, educator, mentor, entrepreneur and businessman from Northeastern Ohio. Ron runs an active consulting organization focused on process and supply chain optimization as well as a manufacturer's representative's agency that focuses on process technologies that can dramatically improve your business. Ron is the founder of Alchemy Associates and Empowering Healthcare Solutions, LLC. His client expertise includes experience in Europe, Mexico, Japan and sourcing in the Pacific Rim. Ron has consulted and worked in many diversified industries including Electronics, Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS), Pharma, Automotive, mining, Manufacturing, Utilities and other process related industries and Oil and Gas. His line experience over 20 years includes an executive position as Vice President Global Supply Chain and Chief Procurement Officer for a $2 billion manufacturer of diversified manufactured goods, Vice President Global Sourcing for a $2.5 billion global manufacturer of mining equipment and as Director Global Commodity Management for a major manufacturer in the EMS space. Ron's consulting experience encompasses work in the residential door market as well as work for a large global diversified manufacturer of diesel engines and other heavy industrial products. 5:15pm - Registration & networking 5:30pm - Influencing without Authority presentation, by Ron Emery 6:20pm - Buffet Dinner 7:15pm - Influencing without Authority presentation continued, by Ron Emery Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 $0 for APICS student members $15 for fulltime students and faculty $20 for APICS professional members $25 for nonmembers
Thursday, February 19, 2015 = joint dinner meeting with Cleveland APICS and ISM Topic: Ethics in the workplace...There is Never a Free Lunch Speaker: Kevin Rhodes, VP of HR at Ridge Tool Company Kevin earned a B.A in Industrial and Labor Relations and has his MBA from Case Western University. He has 25 years of experience in Human Resources, 23 with Emerson which includes 6 different sites in 5 states. Kevin has been serving as the Ethics office as well as the immigrations officer for over 6 years for one Emerson Business unit. He has also served as the Trade Compliance officer. Kevin is also Board Chairman for Dancing Wheels Company and School in Cleveland Ohio. 5:30pm - Registration and Networking 6:15pm - Dinner 7:00pm - Presentation 8:30pm - Closing remarks Location: Embassy Suites 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd. Independence, Ohio 44131 $20 for APICS members $35 for nonmembers
Tuesday, November 18, 2014 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM/NAPM 5:15pm - Registration & networking 5:30pm - Core Value Index presentation, by Lynn Taylor 6:25pm - Buffet Dinner 7:10pm - Core Value Index presentation, con't., by Lynn Taylor 8:15pm - Wrap-up comments Lynn Taylor is founder and president of Taylor Protocols, Inc. just outside Seattle, WA. He created the Core Values IndexTM, the first human assessment that characterizes and quantifies the innate unchanging human nature. Abraham Maslow identified this innate nature in his seminal book, Toward a psychology of Being, as the key to understanding who a person is and where he fits best in the world. Taylor has performed more than 200 successful turn-around projects over the past twenty years. He and his Core Values IndexTM have been employed to increase human productivity, and to increase the leadership performance in hundreds of companies including: ALCOA Primary Metals, ATT Wireless, Prudential Real Estate, HOK, Merrill Lynch and many others. These speeches, seminars and workshops are unique. Taylor delves deeply into business strategies and tactics and deeply into an understanding of and the mastery of each person's individual core nature. The combination of these two diverse subjects brings a new level of personal and business mastery within reach of all participants. Meeting location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 Price for dinner meeting: $20 for APICS members $40 for nonmembers $15 for fulltime students and faculty
Tuesday, October 21, 2014 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM/NAPM 5:15pm - Registration & networking 5:30pm - Risk Management presentation, by Ron Emery 6:20pm - Buffet Dinner 7:15pm -Key Performance Indicators presentation, by Ron Emery Ron Emery bio: Ron Emery is an author, educator, mentor, entrepreneur and businessman from Northeastern Ohio. Ron runs an active consulting organization focused on process and supply chain optimization as well as a manufacturer's representative's agency that focuses on process technologies that can dramatically improve your business. Ron has just authored his first book entitled The Dysfunctional Organization - why we will never be competitive in America again and is working his second, entitled Growing comes from planting seeds - A handbook to mentoring, coaching and developing business relationships. Ron also has an article to be released in the September issue of APICS Magazine on Vertical Integration and its effect on the supply chain. Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 $20 for APICS members $25 for nonmembers
Tuesday, June 24, 2014 Plant Tour, Lean implementation case study and dinner meeting Hyson Products 10367 Brecksville Road Brecksville, OH 44141 5:30pm Registration and networking 6:00pm Catered buffet dinner 6:45pm Hyson Products improvement journey presentation 7:30pm Plant tour (includes visual management boards) 8:15pm Wrap-up discussion 8:30pm Adjourn This is an "Akron APICS members only" event due to space limitation. There is no charge for this special dinner meeting. This meeting was originally scheduled for March 12th, but a major snow storm necessitated we reschedule it. Vegetarians may order a special meal when they send in their RSVP. RSVP's requested by noon on Monday, June 23rd. Please email programs@akronapics.org
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 "Member Appreciation and Top Management Night" Professional Development Dinner Meeting with Annual Awards, Chapter Elections and a Featured Presentation Featured Presentation: 3D Printing for Rapid Prototypes and Manufacturing Presentation Abstract: Additive Manufacturing, Rapid Prototyping, 3D Printing are all terms that describe a transformative technology about to change the way parts are designed, produced and procured. Public awareness is increasing as splashy examples of the technology are covered by the media. The excitement for industry, however, is in the transition from prototypes to functional parts without tooling and upon demand. The presentation will discuss the technologies, equipment and capabilities that are already firmly established and the near term developments that will have major impact on the way we do business. Speaker's bio: Joseph E. Sumerak, President/Owner of 4D Parts Direct a 3D Printing Service Bureau in Broadview Heights, has had a long career of adapting new technology in high tech manufacturing. Sumerak is a CWRU graduate with Polymer Science degrees and a history of engineering accomplishments in design and manufacturing of composite materials, machinery and tooling. This is the fourth venture by Sumerak in a high tech field and considered by him as one of the most exciting in scope and future potential. Location: Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 5:30pm Networking 6:00pm Buffet Dinner 6:45pm Annual Awards 7:00pm Feature Presentation $0 for members (Member Appreciation Night) $0 for managers of members (Top Management Night) $0 for APICS student members $0 for fulltime faculty $10 for fulltime students $25 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by Monday, May 12th. Please email programs@akronapics.org
Tuesday, February 18, 2014 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM/NAPM 5:00pm - Registration & networking 5:30pm - Communicating your Professional Brand and Value presentation, by Sonya Weiland, PHR 6:20pm - Buffet Dinner 7:15pm - Leadership User's Guide presentation, by Denise Gotchall, PhD Sonya Weiland bio: Sonya Weiland, President of WeilandWorks Consulting, has focused her career on building positive team environments and is a recognized strategic partner in HR to many organizations in Northeast Ohio. Sonya’s expertise includes the design and implementation of training, creating HR processes, performance management systems and evaluations. She has worked in a variety of industries including manufacturing, banking, construction and non-profit. Sonya specializes in creating and delivering training programs that lead to stronger, more productive teams. Sonya is recognized for her energetic and interactive training style; delivering topics such as Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Goal Setting, Time and Stress Management. Dr. Denise Gotchall bio: Denise has a Ph.D. in Organizational Systems, and a Master’s degree in Counseling and Human Development, and is trained and certified in biofeedback. She is certified to administer the Emotional Competency Inventory (ECI), a 360 review of competency areas that measure self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and social management. To further support the interpretation of the 360, she has taken part in Leadership through Emotional Intelligence training at Case Western Reserve University. Prior to starting Agler Consulting Denise had the privilege to serve as a counselor for 21 years; chosen to present five times at the Ohio Counseling Association annual meeting, and twice at the American Counseling Association annual meeting.
Previously an adjunct professor at John Carroll University, and currently an adjunct at Walsh University’s Deville School of Business. Denise plans to be a lifelong learner and to promote the learning organization. Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 $20 for APICS members $25 for nonmembers RSVP requested by Friday, February 14th. Late RSVP's will be accepted for this event. Please email programs@akronapics.org
Tuesday, January 21, 2014 = joint dinner meeting with Akron ISM/NAPM 5:00pm - Registration & networking 5:30pm - Tapping into Personal Power & Secrets of Building Powerful Teams presentation, by Mark Zust 6:20pm - Buffet Dinner 7:15pm - Everything I Do Positions Me: The Simple Path to Professional Success presentation, by Christine Zust Mark's Bio: Mark helps small businesses get the most from their brand investment. His no-nonsense approach is based on 25+ years as principal of two branding firms and as a college professor who has studied what makes great brands tick. Mark is also a compelling speaker, trainer and coach, helping business owners and employees build strong brands that matter to their niche markets. Whether you're looking to get more mileage from your brand through social media, build a high performance team of brand ambassadors, or overhaul an underperforming brand, Mark has the tools to get you back in the fast lane. Christine's Bio : Christina helps you tap the incredible power of positioning! She creates a safe space for open dialogue among executives, emerging leaders and staff. Christine's approach is all about results, based on her 30+ years as a communication expert. She is also the author of Everything I Do Positions Me: The Simple Path to Professional Success. Whether delivering a compelling keynote address, delivering content-rich training programs, coaching individuals or facilitating strategic planning retreats, Christine does it all with humor and grace. It's no wonder people call her the Communication Queen. Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 $20 for APICS members $25 for nonmembers RSVP requested by 10pm on Friday, January 17th. Late RSVP's will be accepted for this event. Please email programs@akronapics.org
Wednesday, October 23, 2013 Facility Tour -- APICS members only event FedEx Ground -- sorting facility 3201 Columbia Rd. Richfield, OH 44286 5:45pm - Registration and networking 6:00pm - Facility tour (during evening sort) 6:45pm - Wrap-up & adjourn The FedEx Ground facility uses conveyers, bar code scanners and other technology to sort the outbound shipments. The tour includes climbing ladders to see certain parts of this indoor facility, so please dress appropriately. No charge for this very special members only event. Since space is very limited, early reservations are recommended. Reservation deadline is noon on 10/22. Please email programs@akronapics.org.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 "Member Appreciation and Top Management Night" Professional Development Dinner Meeting with Annual Awards, Chapter Elections and a Featured Presentation Featured Presentation: Business Continuity for Global Supply Chains
Prepare --> Respond --> Restore --> Recover
How is a local Fortune 150 Global Company’s Business Continuity process structured? How do they consistently prepare for, respond to and recover from a varietyof human, natural and technological incidents with success? By using an all hazards approach and applying principles of continuous improvement after gap analysis of major incidents, its business continuity teams work diligently to reach their goal of meeting the needs of their customers and of showing business value. Learn how these principles were applied during the recent Chilean port strike which had a major affect on the Latin American region’s ability to obtain raw materials, manufacture products and maintain its supply chain. Featured Speaker: Michael W. Janko MBCP, MBCI, ARM, CBCLA Manager, Global Business Continuity The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Mike is responsible for strategic and tactical Business Continuity related activities for Goodyear's global operations, which include a very complex supply chain. He has over 25 years experience in all aspects of Business Continuity planning, including Incident (Emergency and Crisis) Management, Crisis Communications, Business Impact Analysis, Disaster Recovery and Risk Management. Goodyear’s global business continuity process has been recognized both internally and externally as “a real competitive advantage”. Global teams have effectively responded to and recovered from over 750 human, natural or technologically based incidents since the team’s inception. Numerous articles on their team's success with incident planning have been published in local news media, including being featured as a "Best Practice" in the private sector on The State of Ohio's Web-site. Mike holds multiple industry certifications, is a mechanical engineer, an author, holds the rank of 5th degree Black Belt and is an Eagle Scout. Location: The Martin Center, University of Akron 105 Fir Hill 5:30pm Networking 6:00pm Dinner and Program $0 for members (Member Appreciation Night) $0 for managers of members (Top Management Night) $10 for undergradudate students, fulltime graduate students and faculty $30 for nonmembers of APICS RSVP's requested by noon on Friday May 10th. Please email programs@akronapics.org
Monday, March 18, 2013 Thirsty Dog beer brewery tour & FUNd raiser for APICS Student Case Competition 529 Grant St., Akron 5:15pm - registration, snacks and networking 5:45pm - tour of brewery 6:15pm - beer tasting, dinner, supply chain discussions, and more networking Registration fee/donation: Snacks and tour of brewery - $5 (APICS members) Snacks and tour of brewery - $10 (nonmembers) Snacks, tour, dinner and "beverage" - $25 (APICS members) Snacks, tour, dinner and "beverage" - $35 (nonmembers) Donations and registration fees accepted via credit card, check, or cash. Contributions over the amounts listed above receive special recognition. All proceeds will go to the Akron APICS Student Case Competition fund. Root beer served to attendees under age 21. Other beverages also available. Reservations requested before noon on Sunday, March 17th.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 Plant Tour -- members only event, and no charge Rockwell Automation 8440 Darrow Rd. Twinsburg, OH 44087 4:30pm - Plant overview and plant tour 6:00pm - wrap-up & adjourn
Tuesday, May 8, 2012 "Member Appreciation and Top Management Night" Professional Development Dinner Meeting with Annual Awards, Chapter Elections and a Featured Presentation Featured Presentation: Transportation in the Supply Chain What is world class transportation service? Can companies use transportation to provide value to customers and gain competitive advantage? Transportation Management in a large manufacturing company extends globally and employs different modes that provide for the optimal mix of cost and service. There are stakeholders from various functional areas such as Procurement, Sales and Marketing, Finance and Accounting. Continuous improvement in Transportation is critical to achieve Lean and Just in Time objectives. Six Sigma methodologies are used to improve service. Network design enables the company to minimize inventory, and provide the best possible service. This after-dinner presentation will provide an overview of how world class transportation management provides value to customers increases a company’s competitiveness and profits. Featured Speaker: Rick Vitullo, CSCP Goodyear, North America Tire Supply Chain Rick has more than 20 years of logistics and transportation management experience in the military and the trucking industry. In his current position he drives large-scale operations transformation, quality improvement and financial management. He directs multi-location logistics and transportation operations. He works collaboratively with suppliers and customers to deliver on-time, top-quality performance and sustainable revenue and cost improvements. He managed operations at Roadway, Con-Way and Central Transport. In the Army Rick served as an officer. He commanded combat and logistics units. He was a Tank Platoon Leader, a (S4), Logistics Staff Officer and Instructor of Logistics. As a Company Commander he deployed his unit to the Persian Gulf for Operation Desert Storm. Rick attended Walsh Jesuit High School. He has a B.S. in Business and an MBA from the University of Akron. He recently received a Certified Supply Chain Professional certification from APICS. Location: The Martin Center, University of Akron 105 Fir Hill 5:30pm Networking 6:00pm Dinner and Program $0 for members (Member Appreciation Night) $0 for managers of members (Top Management Night) $5 for undergradudate students, fulltime graduate students and faculty $20 for nonmembers and guests RSVP's requested by noon on Friday May 4th. Please email programs@akronapics.org
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 Plant Tour Schwebel's (bread bakery) Cuyahoga Falls, OH Tours planned for 4pm and 5pm. Member-only event
Tuesday, January 10, 2012 Plant Tour Timken Company Gambrinus Tapered Roller Plant Canton, OH 4:45pm - Registration and networking 5:00pm - Timken overview and plant tour
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 = joint meeting with NAPM 5:00pm - Registration & networking 5:30pm - Economic Outlook presentation, by Federal Reserve of Cleveland 6:20pm - Dinner 7:10pm - Hiring and Retaining Top Talent presentation, by Sonya Weiland, PHR Tangiers 532 West Market Street Akron, OH 44302 $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers May 10, 2011 S&OP Implementation Patrick X Gorey The Martin Center, University of Akron 105 Fir Hill 5:30 Networking, 6:00 Dinner and Program $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers More Information: Patrick provides a holistic approach to the organization to tie Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain daily functional activities to the business plan / strategy. Utilize Consensus planning methodology to drive consistency throughout the organization. Insures KPIs and business activities are in synch.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 The Inventory Game The Martin Center, University of Akron 105 Fir Hill 5:30 Networking, 6:00 Dinner and Program $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers More Information: Come and participate in the Spiegel Grove Inventory Game which simulates the inventory management process for a single product in a serial supply chain. The challenges are in both transportation quality variability and product qualtiy variability so players experience uncertain replenishments and learn coping techniques. You will leave with new insights and a copy of the game to share in your own environment. Presenter - Gloria McCune CPIM has been an APICS instructor for over a decade. As a Master Instructor for the CPIM review courses, she has conducted courses for both the Akron and Cleveland chapters throughout Northeast Ohio. Her professional experience is working with distributors and manufacturers in the implementation of ERP Systems. As a managing partner of Summit Computer Systems, Gloria has been involved in more than 40 implementations in her career. She has worked with inventory issues in industries as varies as aircraft part manufacturing to floral distribution.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011 Plant Tour - Combi Packaging 5365 E Center Dr NE Canton, OH Tour begins at 5:30 pm More Information: Combi is a leading end-of-line packaging equipment manufacturer since 1979. Combi Packaging Systems engineers and installs customized, affordable packaging equipment for many industries. They design case erectors, tray erectors, case sealers, case packers and ergonomic hand-packing stations specifically for your packaging equipment application. Thursday, November 11 , 2010 - Seminar Warehouse Management - Leading the way to Performance and Profitability John S. Knight Center Akron, OH 8:00 am registration 8:30 am program begins Cost: $125 for Akron APICS Members, $150 for non-members includes lunch, materials and parking Seminar Topics Include: KPI and Statistics, Storage and Handling Concepts, Using Information Systems, and Save Green by Going Green among many others. We are also having a panel discussion with experts in warehousing discussing 30 improvements in 30 minutes. By attending, you will recieve cost benefits in Warehouse Management Systems, Labor Management Systems Transportation Management Systems, and learn more about the Slotting Concept and ApplicationsTo Register by credit card:Register Warehouse Management or for more information contact Curt at curtros1@aim.com Wednesday, November 10, 2010 -*Correction from Postcard* Joint PDM with Cleveland APICS - Operations Management Opportunities for Women Marriott Airport West 150th St Cleveland Maryanne Ross is the APICS Mid Atlantic District Director. Her presentation will be followed by a panel discussion including Oya Tukel Ph.D. Chair & Professor of Operations & Supply Chain Management, Nance College of Business Administration, Cleveland State University, and Rebecca Morgan, CFPIM President of Fulcrum Consulting Works, Inc To register for this event, contact Randy at programs@akronapics.org Tuesday, September 14, 2010 Tour of University of Akron Sports Operations 5:15 P.M. Meet at the Student Recreation Center - tour given by Rec Center staff member 5:45 P.M. Continue the tour to the Stile Field House - tour given by Athletic Facilities Staff Member 6:05 P.M. Continue the tour to InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field - tour given by Bryan Huettmann, Stadium Manager The tour group can park in Lot 6, which is adjacent to InfoCision Stadium (west side). Parking can be accessed off Exchange Street at Union Street, or off of Spicer Street off of Vine Street. There is also metered parking outside the stadium on the west side. Cost: free To RSVP for this event, please contact Randy at programs@akronapics.org Friday, Sept. 17, 2010 Global Supply Chain Forum The University of Akron Registration http://www.uakron.edu/cba/supplychainforum/
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