What does it take to lead supply chain in a world where disruption is constant?

In this episode, host Karin Bursa welcomes a powerhouse panel of supply chain leaders for a candid conversation on supply chain leadership in the never-normal world and what it takes to connect strategy to execution. Together, Eduardo Adame of 3M, Douglas Guilherme of The Hershey Company, Cory Knox of Procter & Gamble, and Shea Nesseler of Danone share the career moments that shaped how they lead, from navigating Covid-era realities to guiding teams through high-stakes change and uncertainty.

You’ll hear real-world insights on building resilient supply chains, investing in the right capabilities, preparing teams for AI-enabled planning, and leading with empathy during moments of disruption.

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Intro

(02:27) Meet today’s panel of supply chain leaders

(05:41) Career moments that shaped their leadership

(14:17) AI plus people, the real advantage

(22:46) The toughest challenges supply chain teams face now

(24:52) Strategy starts with strong partnerships

(25:26) Why external focus makes better decisions

(26:29) Quality decisions beat fast decisions

(28:00) Building resilience through consistency

(29:18) Modernizing planning with smarter systems

(30:55) Developing talent for what’s next

(31:44) Advice they would give their younger selves

Additional Links & Resources:

1. Connect with Karin Bursa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinbursa
2. Connect with Douglas Guilherme: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglasguilherme/
3. Learn more about The Hershey Company: https://www.thehersheycompany.com/
4. Connect with Cory Knox: www.linkedin.com/in/cory-knox-7806986
5. Learn more about Procter & Gamble: https://www.pg.com/
6. Connect with Shea Nesseler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shea-nesseler/
7. Learn more about Danone: https://www.danone.com/
8. Connect with Eduardo Adame: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eduardo-adame-92192427/
9. Learn more about 3M: https://www.3m.com/
10. Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about
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This episode was hosted by Karin Bursa and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/supply-chain-leadership-never-normal-where-strategy-meets-execution-1553

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