The Supply Chain Now team was pleased to continue our “Stand Up & Sound Off” series, where we facilitate the sometimes difficult conversations that must be had in order for things to change. One other driving factor in this particular series is to create a global forum where our audience can actively participate & share their thoughts, insights & perspective. On July 15th, we were pleased to feature several guest panelists that shared their insights and perspective on some of the challenges that we face, both here in the U.S. and across the international community. As we all approach these challenges from different angles & from different levels of understanding, and as we work to solve these problems together – – it’s important to continue the dialogue and gain insights from others. Our primary objective with this event is to do just that: serve as facilitators for helpful dialogue and discourse.

The talent pipeline remains critical—and more challenging than ever—across global supply chains. In manufacturing alone, the U.S. will need 3.8M workers by 2033, while global data points to 10M unfilled jobs today. Join hosts Scott W. Luton and Allison Giddens and special guests Dr. Becky Lutte with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Suzanne Markle with the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, and Ryan Goertzen with AAR for a focused conversation on workforce development in aviation—a $3.5T global industry. We’ll explore proven strategies for expanding the talent pool, creating more inclusive opportunities, and addressing urgent hiring needs. Women currently represent less than 20% of aviation roles and just 3% of maintenance techs. How can we change that—and what can other sectors learn from these efforts? Walk away with practical insights to fuel workforce development in any industry.