Supply & Demand Chain Executive

Jessica Dzugan, VP of Technology at PalletTrader, is a powerhouse in supply chain innovation and Trailblazer winner in this year’s Women in Supply Chain Awards! ?? With a 16-year journey at Bettaway Supply Chain Services and PalletTrader, she’s led groundbreaking initiatives to elevate technology across transportation, logistics, and pallet management. From developing platform capabilities to creating PalletTrader itself, Jessica has transformed the landscape for pallet buyers and sellers alike. Congratulations, Jessica! ?? https://sdce.me/1zu3rg9y

The best of times and the worst of times, #peakseason can be a rewarding challenge; with a proactive and technology-enhanced approach, procurement processes can evolve into a competitive advantage. In this week’s #AlexisAsks, managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant, MA discusses #procurement strategies for a smooth peak season! ??

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We’re thrilled to celebrate Caroline Lyle, CTB, Chief Marketing Officer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA), as a Women in Supply Chain Award Trailblazer winner! ?? With over 20 years of expertise, Caroline is a dynamic force in the supply chain space, from advocating for the motor carrier industry’s digital standards and cybersecurity to empowering NMFTA’s brand and digital marketing. Her career journey is marked by impressive achievements – from driving $14M in annual revenue at McLeod Software to founding Torque Marketing Group, a successful B2B SaaS venture, and leading impactful campaigns and rebrands. Congratulations, Caroline! ?? https://sdce.me/1zu3rg9y

From transforming business processes to overcoming supply chain challenges, it’s time to honor those making an impact! ?? Submit your nominations for the 2025 Pros to Know award before Dec. 27, 2024, and give them the recognition they deserve. ?? https://sdce.me/9k3vv7vq

Celebrating Jennifer Kobus, SVP of Supply Chain Planning & Operations at Ulta Beauty, a true Trailblazer in this year’s Women in Supply Chain Awards! ? Since joining Ulta in 2017, Jennifer has led a remarkable transformation in supply chain processes – from innovative network fulfillment to transportation optimization, achieving significant savings and efficiencies. ?? With 29 years of industry expertise, she also champions diversity as part of Ulta’s Supply Chain DEI Council and will share her insights as the Keynote Speaker at this year’s Women in Supply Chain Forum. ?? Congratulations, Jennifer! ?? https://sdce.me/1zu3rg9y

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Congratulations to Jenny Perlitch, CEO of Perlitch Transport and one of this year’s Women in Supply Chain Trailblazers! ?? Starting her journey from Ukraine and building her way up from a single truck, Jenny’s vision and determination have grown Perlitch Transport into an industry leader with a cutting-edge, custom-built TMS. ?? Here's to more fleet expansion, community engagement, and breaking barriers! ?? https://sdce.me/1zu3rg9y

#Supplychain resiliency requires the ability to predict, prepare and act on insights before disruptions occur – this is no longer a luxury. In this week’s #AlexisAsks, managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant, MA dives further into fostering agile supply chains with #data analytics! ??

A huge ?????????? ?????? to everyone who made the Women in Supply Chain Forum a success! ?? From our inspiring speakers and insightful panelists to the engaged attendees and our incredible sponsors, you made this event truly memorable. ? Together, we shared knowledge, sparked meaningful conversations, and celebrated the impact of women leaders in #supplychain. Let’s keep the momentum going as we bring these insights and connections into our work every day! ?? Here’s to building a stronger, more inclusive supply chain community! ?? #WomenInSupplyChainForum