ISM-Greater Grand Rapids, Inc.
An ISM Chapter connecting and empowering supply chain professionals to advance individual, and community success.
Greater Grand Rapids Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals
ISM - Greater Grand Rapids is a local chapter of the Institute for Supply Management (ISM), providing practical and timely professional development for supply management professionals in West Michigan. We also provide opportunities to meet and learn from other local professionals. Our membership is comprised of practitioners in both the private and public sectors, representing more than 100 employers throughout the region. ISM—Greater Grand Rapids was incorporated in 1919, making us one of the oldest ISM chapters in the nation.
Upcoming Events
September
30
2026
Chapter Meeting
ISM-Greater Grand Rapids: The State of Supply Chain Talent: Presentation and Fireside Chat
Chapter Meeting
ISM-Greater Grand Rapids: The State of Supply Chain Talent: Presentation and Fireside Chat
Hiring in supply chain and manufacturing is changing fast. Join Bluewater Hayes for a data-driven look at the talent gap reshaping the industry, followed by a candid conversation on what it takes to hire, retain, and grow the next generation of supply chain talent.
Location
Aquinas College
Grace Hauenstein Library, Classroom 215
159 Woodward Lane SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
October
21
2026
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Member Orientation
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Orientation
This webinar provides knowledge regarding the many benefits that come with being a part of the ISM community. Join us and learn about the essential tools, vibrant community, and exceptional learning that enhances your professional development. You'll also gain insight into the array of programs, services, and resources that are available to you through your membership.
January
07
2027
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
ISM's Economic Update with Anirban Basu, Ph.D.
MEMBER WEBINAR
ISM's Economic Update with Anirban Basu, Ph.D.
Anirban Basu, MPP, MA, JD, Ph.D., Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., will kickoff the year and 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 senior supply chain leaders and executives seeking to steer their organizations strategically. It's also an opportunity to connect with your fellow supply chain leaders and ISM member community.
Anirban Basu is Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., a Baltimore-based economic and policy consultancy he founded in 2004. He serves the Chief Economist function for many organizations, including the Maryland Bankers Association and Associated Builders and Contractors. The Baltimore Business Journal named him one of the region’s 20 most powerful business leaders in 2010. In 2022, he entered the Daily Record newspaper’s Circle of Influence. He is the Distinguished Economist in Residence at Goucher College, where he teaches History of Economic Thought. He holds four graduate degrees, including a J.D. and a Ph.D.
Highlights from the President
Supply Management News & Reports
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Supply Chain Roundtable: No Pullback on Economic and Geopolitical Issues
September 22, 2026Articles -
Your Supply Chain Is Agile; Is Your International Workforce?
September 22, 2026Articles -
The Bridge Between B2B Manufacturing and DTC Retail Fulfillment
September 22, 2026Articles
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