ISM-Twin Cities, Inc.
A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.
Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals
Welcome to our ISM—Twin Cities website. It should be your first stop for registering for meetings and learning what we are up to!
In the Twin Cities chapter, we have around 500 sourcing professionals in our membership, and we strive to bring everyone significant value in their professional and personal development.
We offer a mix of events using both in-person and virtual approaches. Our virtual events are conducted on Zoom so you can access them from anywhere.
If you have not already done so, bookmark this site so it is handy for you when you are looking for information about ISM. Please reach out to us at info@ism-twincities.org org with any input or questions you have.
Upcoming Events
June
01-03
2025
EVENT
ISM World 2025 (In-Person)

ISM World 2025 (In-Person)
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June
02
2025
EVENT
ISM World 2025 Monday

ISM World 2025 Monday
Can’t get away for more than a day? This is the perfect option to get a full day and night of learning and networking. This can also be a great solution for those looking for a more budget-friendly option. Select your preferred day, either Monday, June 2 or Tuesday, June 3 to access: one General Session, day’s breakout sessions, Innovation Park exhibit and supplier content, Spark Lab for networking, an evening networking event and the day’s conference included meals.
June
03
2025
EVENT
ISM World 2025 Tuesday

ISM World 2025 Tuesday
Can’t get away for more than a day? This is the perfect option to get a full day and night of learning and networking. This can also be a great solution for those looking for a more budget-friendly option. Select your preferred day, either Monday, June 2 or Tuesday, June 3 to access: one General Session, day’s breakout sessions, Innovation Park exhibit and supplier content, Spark Lab for networking, an evening networking event and the day’s conference included meals.
Welcome from the President
On behalf of myself and the board, thank you for visiting our website.
ISM—Twin Cities is a 100+ year old non-profit organization focused on advancing the practices of sourcing and supply chain professionals at all levels. With nearly 500 local members, we are the go-to network for sourcing professionals in the Twin Cities! We provide real connections, relevant education, and leadership opportunities that can help our members advance their careers within their organizations.
Our chapter has monthly professional development meetings where we discuss topics relevant topics for sourcing and supply chain professionals while allowing for great networking opportunities. We’d love to see you online or in person!
The ISM – Twin Cities Fall Conference is a two-day in-person summit packed with fantastic speakers that provide practical strategies and ideas that attendees can take back to their workplace and apply immediately. Held locally in Minneapolis in October of each year, it is a high value conference that is well worth the time and cost expended.
From a certification perspective, we support ISM Global’s deployment of certifications in Supply Management and Supplier Diversity. ISM—Twin Cities offers courses to assist participants to earn and retain CPSM® and CPSD certifications. These certifications are great development tools to support skill set development and career growth aspirations.
Not a member of ISM—Twin Cities yet? Please consider joining us… This a personal invitation from myself and the board to join us in our endeavors to advance supply management practices here in the Twin Cities as a member. Becoming a member offers many benefits at both the local and global levels of ISM.
If you would like more information, please e-mail info@ism-twincities.org or call 952.564.3045.
Best Regards,
Alan
Alan Harrah, CPSM, CSCP
President
ISM—Twin Cities, Inc.
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