The Chain is a powerful 6-episode docuseries that unravels the complexities of the global supply chain. Produced by ASCM and Wag Entertainment, this series explores the intricate global supply chain and its profound impact on our modern world.
It highlights the often-unseen work of supply chain and logistics professionals, revealing the innovative solutions they use to ensure essential goods reach us daily. The series also examines critical disruptions and groundbreaking innovations shaping the future of these networks, emphasizing the urgent need for ethical, efficient, and economical supply chains for a sustainable future.
Each Watch Party session includes a 60-minute episode screening followed by a discussion.
🗓️ Second Thursday of each month - December 11, January 8, February 12, April 9, May 14, June 11
⏰ Time: 6:30 - 8:00PM EST
💻 Online via Zoom
🎟️ FREE – open to professionals & Students
December 11 - Episode 1, Food
In Texas, chefs compete in the World Food Championships to make the perfect hamburger. Behind this simple five-dollar dish is complex supply chain story. We reveal the extraordinary chains behind tomatoes, beef patties, bread and ketchup.
January 8 - Episode 2, Transport
In Chile's Atacama Desert, teams compete in Formula-E, the world's biggest electric motor race. But how do you make an electric car? This episode looks at the surprising stories behind the items that go into making these cutting-edge racers.
February 12 - Episode 3, Sports
At LA's Sofi stadium, all eyes are on the American football players on the field. But this sporting event is only possible because of the thousands of people behind the chain. We reveal how they make and deliver AstroTurf, stadium lights and footballs.
April 9 - Episode 4, Apparel
The average person buys dozens of items of items of clothing every year. But what happens when we tire of the latest trends? 15,000,000 items of second-hand clothes are sent to Ghana every week - we follow the chain to find out how they got there.
May 14 - Episode 5, Health
We step inside a maternity hospital in Boston to see the modern miracles of healthcare, and to reveal the extraordinary supply chains that deliver morphine, surgical scissors, antibiotics and medical oxygen.
June 11 - Episode 6, Communications
The New York City Marathon - every runner is connected, not just by the shared effort to cross the finish line, but by the devices they wear or carry. We reveal how they make smartphones, tracking tags, and the cloud, and how the chain keeps us connected.
Join us on January 9th, 12:00-12:45PM EST to learn more about the opportunities and benefits provided by ASCM SEPA!
We will discuss our upcoming course offerings, including CSCP, CPIM, CLTD and CTSC and micro-certifications. During this session, we'll provide detailed information about each course, including content and how they can help you achieve your professional goals.
Plus, you'll have the chance to ask any questions you may have and get personalized advice from our instructors and industry professionals who hold these certificates.
Come to our 11th Mini-Mega-Meeting sponsored by these Six Supply Chain organizations.
ISM-Philadelphia
Institute for Supply Management – Philadelphia
CSCMP-Philadelphia Roundtable
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals Philadelphia Roundtable
ASCM-SEPA
Southeastern Pennsylvania Alliance Chapter
TCP
Traffic Club of Philadelphia
TCofLV
Traffic Club of Lehigh Valley
WERC
Warehousing Education and Research Council
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Location: MANAYUNK BREWING COMPANY in the Upstairs River Club.
4120 Main Street, Manayunk (Phila.), PA Tel: 215-482-8220 – www.manayunkbrewery.com
TOPIC: ENGINE OF GROWTH THRU 2040 – PHILADELPHIA’S PORT’S BRIGHT FUTURE
Ports are vital assets for any region, serving as essential gateways for international trade and a linchpin in the regional supply chain. They support one in every 8 American jobs and contribute $2.9 trillion to the U.S. GDP. Philadelphia’s port is setting new milestones to support a rosy future for our region. What does this mean for shippers? What kinds of expanded supply chain career opportunities will this lead to?
-PhilaPort - the #1 Most Productive Container Port in North America (according to the World Bank)
-A Major Land Acquisition grows capacity.
-New Philaport Cruise Terminal to Open.
-Philaport has developed a Strategic Plan to chart its course to Destination 2040.
In the world of international commerce “you either change or get changed by the change”! Learn how PhilaPort like hockey is skating to where the puck is going to be, not to where it’s been.
“It is not the going out of port, but the coming in, that determines the success of a voyage.” — Henry Ward Beecher
Keynote Speaker: Dominic V. O’Brien
Dominic O’Brien is the Senior Marketing Manager for PhilaPort – The Port of Philadelphia. He has over 25 years of experience in promoting the Port's services to shippers, ocean lines, and other supply chain professionals. He is a frequent lecturer on port and transportation issues, speaking to the media, trade groups, university classes, and civic associations in the United States and internationally. During his time at the Port, he has written articles, speeches, video scripts, social media posts, and captions explaining the Port to supply chain professionals and general audiences. He has worked in a variety of audio / visual media and also manages PhilaPort’s CRM. He is a Board Member of the District Export Council – Mid-Atlantic, a member of the Temple
University Supply Chain Program Advisory Board, and former President of the World Trade Association of Philadelphia. A graduate of LaSalle University, Mr. O’Brien lives in Abington, PA with his
wife and daughter.
Cost: Young Professionals/Students-$25/person, Members - $45/person, Non-Members-$55/person
Food: Pasta Station: Penne & Tortellini with Chicken, Sauces/toppings, Caesar Salad, Rolls, Butter.
Beverages: Cash Bar with Happy Hour pricing 5:00pm-7pm. Dress Code: Business Casual.
Reservations & Payment: Due by Friday March 6th at NOON (no later). No Walk-Ins.
Agenda: 5:00-6:30 Network & Pasta; 6:30 Announcements; 6:45-7:45 Presentation; 7:45-8:30 Network
Societies: Each organization will have a table for display and information purposes
Parking Options: Main & Lock Street Parking lot with 295 parking spaces of metered parking.
Public Transportation: R6 Norristown Regional Rail Line to the Manayunk Station, Main Street #61 Bus.
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