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Where: |
ETSU Martin Center for the Arts, Powell Recital Hall |
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When: |
Friday, November 15th, 2024 8:30am to 12:30pm — Presentations and Workshops |
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Hosted By: |
ETSU Department of Department of Management and Supply Chain |
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Cost: |
Event is free, but registration is required. |
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Why Attend: |
Attending the 2024 Supply Chain and Digital Technology Summit is a great opportunity for anyone in industry, government, or education who plays a role in expanding supply chain knowledge and expertise. This event provides a platform to learn about cutting-edge technologies, network with industry leaders, and understand the strategies to propel the Appalachian Highlands SCE into the Advanced Integration stage. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of supply chain innovation and growth. |
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Theme: |
The theme for this year’s summit revolves around understanding and optimizing the Supply Chain Ecosystem (SCE). The SCE integrates suppliers, manufacturers, third-party service providers, financiers, R&D laboratories, business incubators, universities, and government entities within a geographic region to bring innovative products and services to the global market. The Appalachian Highlands SCE has experienced significant growth and development over the last several decades. The region is characterized by anchor firms that promote the propagation of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), fostering innovation and creating new markets. The success of the SCE relies on homegrown innovation, shared supply chain knowledge and expertise, collaboration across various entities (and types of entities), adoption of advanced supply chain technology, and the sophistication of third-party service providers. Large manufacturers and service providers are at the forefront, driving supply chain innovations and collaborations that enhance the regional ecosystem. Their advanced manufacturing, research, and development investments are pivotal to the area's economic growth. There has also been a marked expansion of logistics infrastructure to support this growth. Critically, the region also has a growing network of innovative SMEs, which are driving forward new and exciting industries. Consequently, the region is becoming recognized for its diverse and innovative industrial and service base. |
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2024 Appalachian Highlands Supply Chain and Digital Technology Summit
Join us for an enlightening day at the Appalachian Highlands Supply Chain and Digital Technology Summit 2024, where the theme revolves around understanding and optimizing the Supply Chain Ecosystem. This event will bring together top industry leaders, supply chain experts, academics, educators, government employees, and professionals to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of the supply chain ecosystem in the Appalachian Highlands and around the globe.
The event will occur on November 15th, 2024, at the Martin Center on the East Tennessee State University campus from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. This event is not just about delving into the intricacies, challenges, and technological advancements shaping supply chains' future. It's also a chance to network with supply chain experts, industry professionals, academics, students, government employees, and educators. Key topics will include the impact of emerging technologies, sustainability practices, and global supply chain trends. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights and expand your professional network, which values your expertise and contribution.
Schedule
| Organization / Topic | Speaker |
| Honeywell | Chen Lin |
| Eastman | Petra Wood |
| ETSU - SCM Program and SCA | Ansley Oliver |
| Bell | David Galik |
| ETSU - Helene ad SCM Ecosystem | Mathew Jenkins |
| Dobyns-Benett High School - SCM Program at DB | Tabitha Kearns |
| ETSU Helene Impacts | Jon Smith |
| UTCIS - Helene Manufacturer Impacts | Mark Sebby |
| ETSU - Sustainable Productivity | Umit Saglam |
| ETSU Entrepreneurial SCM | Bill McTier |
Chen Lin
Chief Data Analytics Officer and Vice President of Digital Integrated Supply Chain, Honeywell International
Chen serves as the Chief Data Analytics Officer and Vice President of Digital Integrated Supply Chain, Manufacturing Excellence, and Sustainability for Honeywell International. He led the development of Honeywell’s Digital Operations Platform to streamline foundational data, leverage the most advanced analytics technologies, and build an enterprise-wide culture of data-driven decision making and digital transformation. Chen also introduced the Manufacturing Excellence discipline to integrate lean, Six Sigma, quality, engineering, automation, and sustainability into a comprehensive approach for achieving world-class manufacturing. He is currently leading Honeywell’s transition to an Autonomous Operation - AI powered tactical decision making throughout the end-to-end value stream. Prior to joining Honeywell, Chen held various leadership roles in SIOP, planning, purchasing, operations, manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain optimization at Trane Technologies, Ingersoll Rand, Eaton, and Pilkington.
David Galik
General Manager, Bell Textron, Inc., Piney Flats, TN
David Galik is the General Manager for the Piney Flats Bell Textron Inc. facility where they customize commercial helicopters, create and distribute aftermarket products under the brand Aeronautical Accessories, and maintain, repair and overhaul helicopters and their components. He has been a part of Textron Inc. for 18 years having worked at a number of their facilities around the United States and Europe, including with Textron Aviation in Wichita, Kansas; Dusseldorf, Germany; and Zurich, Switzerland. He has experience leading operations, occupational safety, customer service, distribution, and aftermarket mostly in the aviation industry. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Valparaiso University, a Master of Business Administration from Wichita State University, a Six Sigma Black Belt, and an FAA Private Pilot’s License. He has been married to Ann Galik for over 17 years and has three daughters at Providence Academy in Johnson City who are twelve, ten, and eight years old, respectively. His family moved to Boones Creek six years ago. In his off-time, he enjoys traveling and hiking with the family, mountain biking, and the occasional Adventure Race.
Petra Wood
Project Director Supply Chain, Circular Economy, Eastman Chemical Company
As Project Director Supply Chain, Circular Economy, Petra Wood is responsible to develop an effective and cost-efficient Supply Chain Strategy and Structure for Eastman’s $ 1bn investment in the world’s largest molecular recycling site in Normandy, France. She is based in the Eastman EMEA Headquarters in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. In her role she oversees that plans are in place and systems are designed and implemented for this greenfield project across functions and the business. Prior to this role, she was Director, Global Supply Chain Operations heading an organization of 300+ employees globally.
Dr. Dana Harrison
Chair of the Department of Management, Marketing and Supply Chain
Dr. Dana E. Harrison is Chair of the Department of Marketing, the Director of MBA Programs and an Associate Professor of Marketing. Prior to her work in academia, Dr. Harrison spent many years assisting software companies and channel resellers with marketing and sales management. She earned her Bachelor of Science in public relations from Middle Tennessee State University. She holds a Master of Business Administration from East Tennessee State University and a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Marketing from Kennesaw State University.
Matthew T. Jenkins, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management
Matthew T. Jenkins, Ph.D., is Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management at East Tennessee State University. Dr. Jenkins received his Bachelor of Science in Logistics and Transportation, Master of Business Administration, and PhD in Supply Chain Management from the University of Tennessee. Dr. Jenkins’ primary research interests concern supply chain resource orchestration, supply chain digital transformation, cross-functional relationships, and supply chain risk and disruptive events. Prior to entering academia, Dr. Jenkins’ professional career involved working at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory / Department of Energy managing database systems, Pfizer Inc. where he led the development of business intelligence systems for North American Logistics, and Siemens Medical Solutions where he led the international supply chain management operations for the PETNET Solutions strategic business unit.
William McTier, MBA
Senior Lecturer of Department of Management and Supply Chain Management
Bill McTier is a Senior Lecturer of Management, Marketing. and Supply Chain Management at the College of Business and Technology at East Tennessee State University (ETSU). He began his career at ETSU as an adjunct faculty member in 2012. Prior to his academic career, Bill launched his insurance and financial services business in 1987. The successful business thrived and grew for 23 years until McTier sold the agency in 2010. Additionally, Bill has owned a multi-media marketing business serving real estate and industry-affiliated professionals. He has also served as a small business consultant and worked in the banking industry. Bill’s teaching interests include entrepreneurship, small business Technological University and an MBA from ETSU.
Umit Saglam, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Management
Ümit Sağlam, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Department of Management and Supply Chain at East Tennessee State University. Dr. Sağlam received his Ph.D. in Business Administration from Drexel University and his dual undergraduate degrees in the Honors Program in Mathematics and Economics from Istanbul Bilgi University and the London School of Economics and Political Sciences. His research projects focus on mathematical programming, energy economics and management, supply chain management, and behavioral operations management. Currently, he teaches analytical approaches for how to model and solve complex real-world business problems in his Decision Science and Production Operations Management courses. Dr. Sağlam has received the Faculty Excellence Award for Research (2018), the New Faculty Excellence Award (2018), and the Faculty Excellence Award for Teaching (2019) from the College of Business and Technology of East Tennessee State University.
Dr. Jon Smith
Professor of Economics
Dr. Jon L. Smith is Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics and Finance at East Tennessee State University and Director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research.
Dr. Smith attended Mississippi State University where he received a BS in Business Administration. Dr. Smith was awarded an MA from the University of South Carolina in 1975. He received his Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina in 1982. Dr. Smith has taught at ETSU since 1980.
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