What is WISE (Women Impacting Supply Chain Excellence)

 

Women Impacting Supply Chain Excellence (WISE) is a national organization, founded by the University of Arkansas, consisting of over 30 universities (and growing!). 

WISE is a sub-group of SCMA with a goal of empowering female supply chain leaders 

Purpose of WISE: creates an inclusive community working towards building members’ skill sets and creating connections within the WISE community, industry, and within Michigan State University by following the four strategic initiatives of WISE: 

1. Forging Strong Connections
2. Professional Development
3. Enhancing Leadership and Functional Skills across SCM
4. Industry Knowledge

WISE "Chapter" Meetings

 

  • Once a month!
  • Open to anyone (Don’t have to be an SCMA member)
  • Events directed towards empowering supply chain students to grow professionally and personally while making meaningful connections.
    • Workshops
    • Industry Panels
    • Networking Events

WISE "Connections" Meetings

 

  • Once a month!
  • Open to just SCMA members
  • Extra events working towards building relationships within the club and other WISE chapters
  • Examples:
    • Cycling Event
    • Golf Event
    • Creating Vision Boards Events
    • Movie Night
    • WISE Alumni Mentorship Program