In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Karin Bursa welcomes a powerhouse panel of women supply chain leaders who are rewriting the rules in today’s “never normal” world. Joining the discussion are Stephanie Beal, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Hasbro; Tamera Fenske, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Kimberly-Clark; Eliza Simeonova, Vice President of Global Supply for Mars Pet Nutrition; Whitney Shlesinger, Vice President of Global Planning and Logistics at McCormick; and Sylvia Wilks, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Lamb Weston. Together, they share defining moments that shaped their careers, from early plant leadership to global transformation initiatives. They explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping supply chain performance: driving operational discipline, improving demand planning, enhancing knowledge management, and freeing teams to focus on creative, strategic work. The panel also reflects on the importance of clean data, talent development, and building integrated value chains that deliver measurable business results. Looking back, each leader offers advice to their younger selves, highlighting the power of mentorship, confidence, and learning from failure while encouraging the next generation to own their careers and pay it forward.   This episode is hosted by Karin Bursa, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.  …

In this inspiring episode of Logistics With Purpose®️, host Kristi Porter sits down with Jenn Harper, CEO and Founder of Cheekbone Beauty—a certified B Corp and one of Canada’s most powerful women in business. Jenn shares her remarkable journey from hospitality and sales to creating a purpose-driven cosmetics company that’s redefining sustainability and indigenous representation in the beauty industry. Discover how Cheekbone Beauty is championing ethical supply chains, customer experience, and indigenous values like humility and respect. Jenn opens up about the challenges of building a mission-led brand, her passion for transparency and education in the beauty space, and Cheekbone’s scholarship fund supporting indigenous youth. This powerful conversation will leave you rethinking your purchasing decisions and inspired to support brands that prioritize integrity, sustainability, and inclusion.   This episode is hosted by Kristi Porter, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Connect with Jenn Learn more about Cheekbone Beauty Learn more about our hosts Want more Logistics With Purpose®? We know you can’t get enough Logistics With Purpose®! Don’t miss a single episode: Learn more about Logistics With Purpose® here…