Professional Development
Past professional development meeting content- Find past presentation content and replayable meetings below. Some content may be missing at the request of the presenter.
September 2025
- September 17, 2025 | Attracting & Retaining Supply Chain Talent
July 2025
- July 29, 2025 | Economic & Commodity Market Update presented by S&P Global
May 2025
- May 20, 2025 | The Power of Data-Driven Negotiating
April 2025
- April 24, 2025 | Tranforming for a Resilient Supply Chain
March 2025
- March 26, 2025 | Managing and Mitigating Tariffs (Note: This tariff update was provided by CH Robinson on 3/26/25. Please be aware that the landscape is changing regularly so this information could be outdated relatively quickly if further changes are adopted.)
February 2025
- February 13, 2025 | Utilizing a GPO to Help Manage Indirect Spend
January 2025
- January 14, 2025 | Tariff Update
November 2024
- November 13, 2024| Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile
September 2024
- September 18, 2024| ISM Global Value Proposition
July 2024
- July 17, 2024| Optimizing Indirect Sourcing Panel
April 2024
- April 24, 2024| Mitigating Back Door Selling
March 2024
- March 12, 2024| Moving Your Diversity Procurement from Compliance-Based to Best Practices
December 2023
- December 12, 2023| Single and Sole Sourcing
November 2023
- November 15, 2023| Effective Supplier Management
September 2023
- September 13, 2023| Networking
July 2023
- July 17, 2023| Supplier Lifecycle Management
June 2023
- June 13, 2023| Grow Your Sourcing in Mexico
May 2023
- May 17, 2023| Corrugated Packaging Update
April 2023
- April 12, 2023| Leveraging AI
March 2023
- March 14, 2023| The Seven Deadly Sins of Negotiation
February 2023
- Feb 21| 2022 Supply Chain Logistics Overview and 2023 Outlook
January 2023
- Jan 11| AI & Machine Learning
November 2022
- Nov 16| Mentorship
August 2022
- Aug 17| Supply Chain Disruption Panel
May 2022
- May 11 | Networking for Success
April 2022
- April 14 | Supplier Relationship Management at Best Buy
February 2022
- February 16 | Implications of Supply Chain Circularity for Sourcing
January 2022
- January 19 | Trade and Tariff Update
Upcoming Events
October
09
2025
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Quarterly State of Risk Update

Quarterly State of Risk Update
Join the executive leaders from ISM and RapidRatings as they come together as part of a quarterly series to discuss the latest and emerging risks and disruptions impacting global supply chains. ISM CEO Tom Derry and RapidRatings Executive Chair James Gellert will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.
October
13-14
2025
Chapter Conference
ISM-Twin Cities Fall Conference

ISM-Twin Cities Fall Conference
Event Highlights
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
· Sourcing Leadership in a Turbulent World - ISM CEO, Tom Derry
· Negotiating for the Future: How AI and Data are Influencing Deals - Danielle Hanson, St. Thomas
· Managing Tariffs in Uncertain Times - Jason Craig, CH Robinson
· Sustainability - Build a Better Future for You! - Rosa Laxmana, Granges
OTHER TOPIC AREAS WE WILL COVER
· Commodity Price Outlook for 2026
· Indirect Sourcing Transformation at Sun Chemical
· Savvy IT Sourcing - It is not for the Faint of Heart!
· Using Supplier Quality as a Competitive Advantage
· Supplier Relationship Management
· Aligning Sourcing with Business Goals
· Change Management and Much More!
Who Should Attend?
Do not miss the upper Midwest Sourcing conference of the year! This conference will be of benefit for all supply management personnel of all levels, from entry-level to senior supply management.
This seminar will provide you with fully vetted ideas, tools, and approaches to more effectively manage your supply base and drive value, innovation, and impact!
Previous Attendees Say
· Two great days of learning and networking!
· Great variety of topics, well-prepared speakers giving helpful insights
· Great presentations. Highly relevant to my area of work
· Great presenters and great content!
Date
October 13-14
7:30am-4:00pm each day
Location
Crowne Plaza Minneapolis West
3131 Campus Dr
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Additional Details
Your registration fee includes all presentation materials, breakfast, lunch, and break refreshments both days. You will leave with practical ideas that you can put to work on your job immediately!
Call Randy Christoffersen at 612.801.8796 or ExecDirector@ism-twincities.org with any questions or for information.
For a group invoice and pricing, please contact Member Services at 480.752.6276 opt 8.
October
23
2025
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Member Orientation

Member Orientation
This webinar provides knowledge regarding the many benefits that come with being a part of the ISM community. Join us and learn about the essential tools, vibrant community, and exceptional learning that enhances your professional development. You'll also gain insight into the array of programs, services, and resources that are available to you through your membership.