ISM-Wichita, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

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ISM—Wichita, Inc. is a local chapter of Institute for Supply Management®.

With ISM—Wichita you will have the opportunity to network with professionals in your area or region, to develop your leadership potential, to cultivate your communication skills, and to take advantage of unique educational opportunities offered on the local level. Move forward in your career and join supply management professionals around the world who utilize ISM's unique membership benefits. Invest the time and the effort to become the best you can be and confidently enter the future better equipped to face the challenges that await you.

Upcoming Events

April

08

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Member Orientation

This webinar provides knowledge regarding the many benefits that come with being a part of the ISM community. Join us and learn about the essential tools, vibrant community, and exceptional learning that enhances your professional development. You'll also gain insight into the array of programs, services, and resources that are available to you through your membership.

April

10

2025

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Wichita Chapter - Monthly Tour: Wichita Airport Authority

ISM Wichita will have the pleasure of being hosted at Wichita Airport Authority for a facility tour in addition to Question/Answer with facility staff.

Location: 2173 S. Air Cargo Rd Wichita, KS 67209

Sponsor: 775 ISM—Wichita, Inc.
Wichita Airport Authority

April

10

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Quarterly State of Risk Update

Join the executive leaders from ISM and Resilinc as they come together as part of a quarterly series to discuss the latest and emerging risks and disruptions impacting global supply chains. ISM CEO Tom Derry and Resilinc CEO Kamal Ahluwalia will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.

Online

Highlights from the President

Hello ISM Wichita Chapter Members,

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year. May 2025 bring all of you great health, happiness and prosperity. It is with great privilege that I serve and connect with all of you as the President of ISM-Wichita, Inc. I look forward to driving greater engagement and collaboration across the board and leveraging valuable insights and information to add value to our members and their organizations.

We are kicking off the year with a facility tour at Cargill Protein Headquarters on Thursday, January 16th, 2025. Please mark your calendar! Join us early for networking, a facility tour, and an opportunity to listen to and learn from industry experts on the supply chain.

 

Jeremiah Heredia has sent registration information. Please register quickly so we can get an accurate count to accommodate. I am looking forward to seeing you there.

 

If any of our members have ideas or feedback, we’d love to hear from you so we can continually refine our focus and better serve your needs.

 

Have a wonderful week! Respectfully,

 

Kenny Bui, PhD, LSSMBB ISM Wichita, President

Cell: 316-390-6061

Email: ken316bt@gmail.com

Website: https://www.ismworld.org

Wichita Chapter: https://wichita.ismworld.org/

 

We are always looking for volunteers to join our Board of Directors and if you are interested or know of someone, please Contact Us.

Please visit Chapter News for the full President's Message and Newsletters.

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Supply Management News & Reports

March 11, 2025
Articles

In “the most challenging time” for the profession, the ISM World 2025 Annual Conference is designed to inspire and celebrate genius amid global challenges and an ever-changing supply chain canvas.

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Join ISM

Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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ISM World 2025 Registration Open

Join your peers in Orlando, Florida, June 1-3, 2025. The ISM World Annual Conference is a world-class event designed to inspire fresh thinking and provide an educational experience that unites thought leaders, supply chain and procurement professionals, and the innovative suppliers that support them.

You'll leave with new connections, fresh insights, and the inspiration to spark new ideas within your professional community. Register today for the best rates!

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Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Click the link below to submit your information and someone will reach out to connect for a quick virtual call!

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What Is Supply Chain Management?

This Simplilearn video provides a summary of Supply Chain Management to offer a general understanding the field.