ISM-Kansas City, Inc.
A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.
ISM—Kansas City's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals
ISM—Kansas City is a chapter of The Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) which exists to educate, develop and advance the purchasing and supply management profession. ISM is a progressive, not-for-profit association with a mission to provide national and international leadership in purchasing and materials management, particularly in the areas of education, research and standards of excellence.
Through various resources and a network of more than 65 chapters, ISM provides opportunities for expansion of professional skills and knowledge.
We invite you to join us at an upcoming meeting and learn more about the benefits of membership.
Supply Chain Outlook Virtual Learning!
March 15th @ 12:00 PM CST
Dr. Brian Lines discuss the trajectory changes in everal major areas of our 'New Economy' post COVID. These areas are near-and-dear to the Supply Chain Professional. Come join Dr. Brian Lines with ISM Board members to learn all about it at a high overview and discussion around the need for a more in depth learning session.
Upcoming Events
April
04
2023
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Find Your Zone of Being: All Flow No Hustle!!

Find Your Zone of Being: All Flow No Hustle!!
The things we don’t know about ourselves are controlling our lives and we just call it fate! It is what it is. The truth is that when we intentionally align our values and live out of our superpowers we experience more flow and less hustle. When we understand WHY we do what we do, we have more influence and create greater impact in the areas the mean the most. When we live In Purpose On Purpose, we attract all the blessings, resources, and people we need to create a life of significance.
In this energizing and engaging experience, James Madison will ignite a personal awakening to your Zone of BEing that keeps you Flowing through everything you create in life! Learn how to Pivot On Purpose and align who you are with what you do for more joy, peace, and overall fulfillment. When we live our Purpose, we never work another day in our lives!
Learning Objectives:
- You will learn the primary core values that motivate and inspire everything you do and strategies to flow in your Zone of Being.
- You will recognize the environments, activities and circumstances that energize you and the ones that drain you.
- You will understand how to Pivot On Purpose and align who you are with what you do. You will learn how to implement a game plan to cultivate stronger personal and professional relationships.
- You will identify how to achieve Work-Life Integration for greater personal and professional fulfillment.
April
13
2023
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Quarterly State of Risk Update

Quarterly State of Risk Update
Join the executive leaders from ISM and Resilinc 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 Resilinc CEO Bindiya Vakil will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.
May
07-10
2023
EVENT
ISM World 2023 (In-Person Only)

ISM World 2023 (In-Person Only)
THINK YOU WANT THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS? Consider the ISM World all-access pass. Learn more. Read more about the All Access Pass

Highlights from the President
Learn MoreSupply Management News & Reports
-
A Strategic Approach to Tier-2 Supplier Diversity Reporting
March 20, 2023Articles -
Developing Competitive Advantage by Managing Procurement Priorities
March 20, 2023Articles -
Workplace Safety Trends: Injuries Are Up; Workers Are Filing Claims Earlier
March 20, 2023Articles
Join ISM
Become A Member