When my kids ask me, “you knew what was happening to our world and what did you do?” I want to be able to say wholeheartedly that I gave my all and helped others to do the same.Sustainable supply chains can provide credibility, strategically manage risk, create healthy ecosystems that are planet + people positive, … Read more
Excited to share the 2021 State of Supply Chain Sustainability report and appreciate the inclusion herein with other friends in supply chain. After an extensive analysis of 2,400 responses, 21 interviews, and 250 documents, this comprehensive report highlights how companies put their Supply Chain Sustainability promises into practice in 2020 despite—or because of—the disruptions caused … Read more
Sustainability is top of mind for companies today—and for good reason. It’s the business challenge of our lifetimes. Customers demand products and services that minimize negative impact. Employees are increasingly vocal about their employer’s environmental policies and actions. And government regulation is on the rise.In this third session of Women in Supply Chain Live, we’ll … Read more
Businesses cannot succeed in societies that are failing. There have been many lessons learned from the pandemic, but two things stand out: the power of existential threats to impact our daily lives, and the strength of collaboration when organizations around the world mobilize to solve complex problems. Sustainability isn’t a new idea, but the pandemic certainly elevated … Read more
This is the Decade Of Our Lives, the Sustainability Tipping Point. Every 5 weeks we lose 1% of the decade. Join me with other leaders Marc Engel, Magali Anderson, Ninian Wilson, and Mark Perera to discuss how we can mobilize, collaborate, and pragmatically deliver against 2025 and 2030 organizational commitments.If you are a supply chain, procurement, sustainability or innovation practitioner Vizibl’s … Read more
Each of us has a spark within us. Sometimes, it’s purpose that brings out our best. Sometimes it’s people. And sometimes it’s simply waking up with gratitude each day.Gratitude is a powerful catalyst that’s been called the spark that ignites your soul, knowing deeply that you have everything you need to be better than enough. … Read more
Sheri Hinish was recently featured in a Thinkers360 article discussing omnichannel in a COVID world and how it’s being redefined for modern B2B consumers. As shared in the article, “B2B buyers are mobile, weaving in and out of different sales channels, especially in a COVID-19 world. Therefore, it’s never been more important for sellers to … Read more
Thinkers360 has complied a list of 150 Women B2B Thought Leaders that you should follow in 2021. The list is compiled from opt-in members of Thinkers360 who have contributed and shared their thought leadership content on our platform and among our community – whose members have over 25M followers on social media combined. They’ve also … Read more
Did you know that investors put $45.6B into funds focused ESG in Q1 2020 alone? And Fortune’s 2019 ‘Best Companies to Work For’ have ESG scores 14% higher than the global average. In a recent session with GiveWith, I explored how 88% of consumers will be more loyal to a company that supports social or … Read more
Sheri Hinish was recently highlighted in a thought leadership piece evangelizing Procurement with Purpose. Clearly, there are countless ways supply chain professionals can make the planet better, says Supply Chain Revolution CEO Sheri Hinish. “Supply chains are the conduit for building a better world; designing a better world,” Hinish says. “We can come from different backgrounds, … Read more
Our work is done and now it’s up to YOU! Stoked to join the 2020 Supply Chain Brief MVP Awards again this year as a judge with esteemed colleagues Tania Seary, Raymon Krishnan, Gloria Quintanilla, Emily Millard Murphy, Mike Mortson. Although my focus was different this year, I thoroughly enjoyed reading the forecasting, technology, and ‘other’ category content submitted.Each year, Supply … Read more
Lisa Kahley, owner of luxury sportswear company Game Set Style, talks about overcoming the challenges of moving an offline company completely online with Supply Chain Queen Sheri Hinish and UPS’s Gerard Gibbons. Watch Lisa discuss brand experience, e-commerce and the future of fashion brands while Gerard shares the biggest challenges UPS has faced as an … Read more
Today marks the unofficial holiday season for many. From BOPIS & commerce everywhere, to deep personalization, retail embarks on a journey this year unlike any other. One thing we know is people really, really do not like taxes. Shipping sounds like a tax. When you have free shipping, the “pain tax” disappears, and returns and … Read more
The most influential people in B2B influencer and digital marketing were invited to participate in the industry’s leading conference and expo. In this video, Sheri Hinish (SupplyChainQueen) joins Laura Mackey (Hewlett Packard Enterprise), Tim Williams (CEO of Onalytica), and Tom Augenthaler (B2B Strategist) to discuss the latest trends in B2B marketing. The IMCX is a … Read more
A highlight of this year has been partnering with Givewith and friends who are committed to revolutionizing business transformation and sustainability across supply chains. On October 21, I was joined with Tania Seary, Paul Polizzotto, and Jason Wolf to explore key themes tied to how the combined power of procurement with purpose and tech can create concrete benefits from … Read more
“I’m speaking”… echoed repeatedly last night watching the United States, VP debate with my 6 year old daughter, 26 years since a woman 1st appeared. She says innocently, “mommy why does he keep talking over her, even when she asks him to stop”?I was going to give her a winded lecture on women’s rights, gender … Read more
Deadly fires raging on the west coast. The influx of hurricanes and once-in-a-lifetime weather events that seem to happen more frequently than ever before. The reality is extreme weather is tied to the soaring costs of climate change. Global CO2 emissions have increased by nearly 50% since 1990, and 2019 was the warmest year on … Read more
To celebrate the incredible contributions of women in supply chain, Supply & Demand Chain Executive introduces the recipients of its 1st Women in Supply Chain award. This award honors female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments, mentorship and examples set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network.I am thrilled to … Read more
After reading McKinsey & Company Women in the Workplace 2020, I simply could not stand by silently allowing folks to believe the narrowly defined “Women in Supply Chain” research being championed over-and-over again by Gartner. Per McKinsey, “the ‘broken rung’ is still holding women back. Despite gains for women in leadership, the “broken rung” was … Read more
I’ve walked an unconventional path that’s led me to today. And for all the NOs, wrong turns, wins, and memories cherished along the way, today is pretty damn special. I want to thank each person who voted me “2020 Global Woman Supply Chain Leader – People’s Choice” because as I’ve learned in life and in … Read more
This time last year, I stood at the gates of Harvard, founded in 1636. The first woman was admitted in 1920. 100 years later, as the granddaughter of immigrants and a 1st generation college student, I have a confirmed intent to graduate in May.If you’re reading this and you’ve been told something is out of … Read more
Sheri Hinish sat down with Rob O’Byrne to talk about the future of supply chain and many timely issues we are navigating at work and in our personal lives.In this 10 minute chat, they explore “what is sustainable supply chain”? She shares insights gathered from several global roundtables and virtual events discussed over the summer … Read more
All Things Supply Chain recently interviewed Sheri Hinish, SupplyChainQueen, on COVID, betting big on digital technology, and how supply chains can be sustainable. Has COVID accelerated digital adoption or slowed the pace of transformation?Sheri believes that, “The coronavirus has highlighted the complexity in global supply chains and need for accelerated adoption of technology for stewardship, … Read more
Warner Communications, an award-winning agency based in Boston with offices in San Francisco and Chicago, works with clients across a broad range of industries to expand visibility, establish credibility and build trust in brands. They’ve recently populated the Top 50 Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Logistics Influencers you should follow including: Sheri Hinish, Lora Cecere, Steve Banker, … Read more
“Are you naked right now? You’re not…because you’re using fabric. It’s everywhere! It’s where it’s supposed to be, covering things like us, and where it’s not supposed to be.” This was the opening 10 seconds of Stephanie Benedetto’s award-winning pitch to Ashton Kutcher, Sean “Diddy” Combs, & Gary Vaynerchuk in 60 seconds at the WeWork Creator Awards where … Read more