Dr. Basu, Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., will lead the discussion about current economic indicators and provide an insightful forecast that unveils critical supply chain risks.

Topics include:

• Analyzing key factors shaping economic outcomes, including central bank policies, business confidence, and geopolitics.
• Exploring the intricate relationship between business confidence and economic trajectories.
• Gaining unique insights into worker attitudes and their impact on economic trends.
• These data-driven insights are essential for supply chain leaders seeking to steer their organizations strategically. It's also an opportunity to connect with your fellow supply chain community. only.

As we enter 2026, it’s important to understand the state of trade in an increasingly volatile geopolitical climate. Global trade expert and respected authority Thomas Cook will set the stage with a 2025 recap and a 2026 look ahead.

Key Takeaways

•        Understand the current state of the global supply chain, outlining uncertainty and disruption with a special focus on tariffs and trade

•        Take a deep dive into the methodologies available for risk, spending, and tariff mitigation

•        Learn how to achieve sustainability and resilience in your import and export operations, logistics, manufacturing, and supply chain

Join us for the 4th Annual Supply Management Dinner featuring:

·         John Sakalian, MBA, Strategic Planning Manager of Xylem, who will present on "Build a Solid Foundation with ISM."

·         Robert Conti, CLP, Vice President & General Manager of Philpac Corp., who will speak on "Buyer/Supplier Collaboration."

·         Michael Ford, MSISE, CFPIM, CSCP, CLTD, CTSC, CMQ/OE, CQA, CRE, CQE, ACPF, CPSM, CSSGB, Principal of TQM Works Consulting, who will be presenting on "Strategic Sourcing for Successful Supplier Relationships.

Agenda
5:00 - 5:30pm Registration & Networking
5:30 – 5:40pm Welcome by Dr. Mark Frascatore, Dean, Holzschuh College of Business Administration
5:40 - 6:30pm Dinner
6:30 - 6:45pm Remarks by Dr. Fernando Naranjo & Dr. Yaz Sarkees
6:45 - 7:00pm Presentation by John Sakalian
7:00 - 7:30pm Presentation by Robert Conti
7:30 - 8:30pm Keynote Presentation by Michael Ford
8:30 – 8:45pm Closing Remarks & Raffle Drawing

Location
Niagara University
Statler Dining Room, Glynn Hall, 4th Floor
5795 Lewiston Rd
Niagara University, NY 14109