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.
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Next Event Coming in January 2024!
Due to the holiday season, we will begin holding events again January 2024. Keep a look out for the announcement and have a safe and happy holidays!
Upcoming Events
December
07
2023
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Optimizing Your Shoring Strategy

Optimizing Your Shoring Strategy
Over the last few years, manufacturers have considered making significant changes to their network footprints in response to global disruptions and an uncertain geopolitical landscape. While some companies are starting to put those plans into action, many are still evaluating whether and how to change their manufacturing locations.
Register to join us in this interactive webinar where we will explore
- Trends in nearshoring and reshoring
- Considerations for leading companies when deciding on shoring strategy changes
- Credits and incentives that can help fund strategic investments
- A practical framework to help your company optimize its shoring strategy
January
18
2024
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.
April
04
2024
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.

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