Master of Science in Supply Chain Management

ASU launches new W. P. Carey School of Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

TEMPE, Ariz., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of a university-wide focus and expansion on ASU's West campus, the W. P. Carey School of Business is launching a new academic unit — the W. P. Carey School of Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (TIE). The new interdisciplinary school houses both undergraduate and graduate degree offerings, several research and activity centers, and faculty from a range of disciplines.

Key Points: 
  • The new interdisciplinary school houses both undergraduate and graduate degree offerings, several research and activity centers, and faculty from a range of disciplines.
  • "The new TIE school represents our commitment to the West Valley community and the burgeoning opportunities available to both ASU and businesses there," says W. P. Carey Dean Ohad Kadan.
  • "When we all work together to invest and innovate, it's amazing to see the impact on students, business, and the community."
  • New undergraduate degrees at the school include a Bachelor of Arts in applied business and technology solutions and a Bachelor of Arts in entrepreneurial leadership.

Supply Chain Software Developer Datex Announces New CEO Michael Armanious

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

CLEARWATER, Fla., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After 44 years at the helm of growing supply chain technology company Datex International, Founder and CEO Samir Armanious has taken an important step and turned over the reins to the next generation of leadership. He will become the company's first Chairman of the Board. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Armanious was elected CEO by unanimous board vote and will continue to build upon the strong foundation of expertise, trust, and service for which the company is known.

Key Points: 
  • 3PL WMS industry favorite Datex transitions to next generation of leadership under new CEO Michael Armanious, a supply chain technology expert with over 25 years of experience.
  • CLEARWATER, Fla., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After 44 years at the helm of growing supply chain technology company Datex International, Founder and CEO Samir Armanious has taken an important step and turned over the reins to the next generation of leadership.
  • With over 25 years of experience in third party logistics, supply chain management and logistics, Michael Armanious has participated in over 300 warehouse management system implementations across the globe.
  • For more information on Datex software, hardware, and managed services, please visit the Datex website https://www.datexcorp.com .

Fides Expands Client Success Team With Creation of Client Success Manager Role; Hires New Head Client Services

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Thursday, August 25, 2022

ZURICH, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fides Treasury Services Ltd., the global leader in multibank connectivity, payments and communications, has announced the appointment of Edar Dos Santos to Head Client Success, and the hire of Oliver Hediger as Head Client Services. Hediger will take over management of Fides' industry-leading client services department from Dos Santos, who moves to the newly-created client success role after seven years in client services, including three as Head Client Services.

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  • Hediger will take over management of Fides' industry-leading client services department from Dos Santos, who moves to the newly-created client success role after seven years in client services, including three as Head Client Services.
  • "The success of our customers is central to Fides' values and mission," said Fides Chief Revenue Officer Simon Kaufmann.
  • "I am pleased to announce Edar's new role, and welcome Oliver to Fides to support our customers and our goals.
  • Edar's knowledge of and relationships with Fides and our customers makes him the perfect choice for Fides' first-ever Client Success Manager."

FAU Survey: Firms Expect Supply Chain Woes to Wane

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

There will still be sporadic shortages, but I think the outlook for the holiday shopping season will be rosier than last year.

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  • There will still be sporadic shortages, but I think the outlook for the holiday shopping season will be rosier than last year.
  • The supply chain issues have led to shortages of many items and products, including semiconductor chips, severely limiting vehicle production and pushing up sticker prices.
  • Nearly 90 percent of survey respondents said theyre still experiencing supply chain disruptions attributed to the pandemic, with 30 percent of those disruptions severe.
  • To train more qualified industry professionals, FAU has started a Master of Science in Supply Chain Management .

Pace International Welcomes Luke Shepard as Senior Manager of Global Operations

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

WAPATO, Wash., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pace International, a leading provider of sustainable postharvest solutions and technologies for the fresh produce industry, is pleased to welcome Luke Shepard as the newest Senior Manager of Global Operations.

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  • WAPATO, Wash., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pace International, a leading provider of sustainable postharvest solutions and technologies for the fresh produce industry, is pleased to welcome Luke Shepard as the newest Senior Manager of Global Operations.
  • In his new role, Shepard will bring process and quality improvements, strategic sourcing planning, logistics network optimization, and customer-service enhancements to the Pace global business.
  • He will be based out of the Wapato, Washington plant supporting U.S. operations, global expansion, and diversification plans.
  • "Our team is very pleased to have Luke on board," said Rodrigo Cifuentes, Executive Vice President and COO, Pace International.

University of Oklahoma Launches Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management Master's Degrees

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022

NORMAN, Okla., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the rapidly growing demand for supply chain management and business analytics professionals, the Michael F. Price College of Business at the University of Oklahoma recently launched two new online master's degree programs to prepare business leaders for these lucrative, in-demand fields.

Key Points: 
  • NORMAN, Okla., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the rapidly growing demand for supply chain management and business analytics professionals, the Michael F. Price College of Business at the University of Oklahoma recently launched two new online master's degree programs to prepare business leaders for these lucrative, in-demand fields.
  • The Master of Science in Business Analytics and Master of Science in Supply Chain Management programs provide students with both the technical knowledge and business acumen necessary to accelerate their careers in these growing professions.
  • "Over the next 10 years, we expect to see 25% to 30% growth in employment opportunities within both supply chain management and business analytics, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  • The University of Oklahoma Michael F. Price College of Business has experienced significant growth over the past five years, becoming OU's second-largest college with over 5,000 students.

Lockerbie and Co.'s CEO, Stephanie Lokker, Named to ROI-NJ's INFLUENCERS: DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

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Thursday, June 30, 2022

PASSAIC, N.J., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stephanie Lokker, CEO of Lockerbie and Co., a strategy and management consulting firm composed of former Big Four and Big Three (MBB) advisory leaders who provide transformational advising and solutions inclusive of people, processes, data and technology, was named to ROI-NJ's Influencers: Diversity & Inclusion 2022 list for her leadership in building Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) programs.

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  • At Lockerbie, we're all about ensuring sustainability of our solutions...
    "I would like to thank the editorial board at ROI-NJ for this distinguished recognition," said Stephanie Lokker, CEO of Lockerbie and Co. "At Lockerbie, we're all about ensuring sustainability of our solutions.
  • In the same issue, ROI-NJ published Lokker's latest op-ed: Stephanie Lokker: Supplier diversity Key is in implementation, integration .
  • They are a proven powerhouse for corporations interested in delivering successful supplier diversity, procurement, change management, PMO/project management, and post-merger integration services.
  • In 2022, she was named to ROI-NJ's Influencers Lists: Top Businesswoman, and Diversity & Inclusion.

Lockerbie and Co.'s CEO, Stephanie Lokker, Named to ROI-NJ's Influencer List for Top Women in Business

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Lokker has positioned Lockerbie into a business strategy and planning powerhouse for corporations interested in developing successful supplier diversity, procurement, change management, and PMO/project management programs.

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  • Lokker has positioned Lockerbie into a business strategy and planning powerhouse for corporations interested in developing successful supplier diversity, procurement, change management, and PMO/project management programs.
  • It's a privilege to help business leaders, from various sectors, understand how to diversify their supply chains in today's global marketplace.
  • We celebrate the opportunity to build inclusive networks that will shape the future of enterprise forever," said Stephanie Lokker, CEO of Lockerbie and Co.
  • She champions bringing greater diversity and upward mobility for professionals who identify as disABLEd, women, and people from disadvantaged communities in Corporate America.

New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce Appoints Stephanie Lokker to its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

WAYNE, N.J., March 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce (NJPCC) formerly the NJ LGBT Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the election of Stephanie Lokker, a resident of Passaic Township, to its board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • WAYNE, N.J., March 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce (NJPCC) formerly the NJ LGBT Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the election of Stephanie Lokker, a resident of Passaic Township, to its board of directors.
  • "We need to turn New Jersey into an equal playing field for underserved business communities," said Lokker.
  • ABOUT THE NEW JERSEY PRIDE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:
    Since 2013, the New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce has been the premier LGBTQ+ and allied business organization committed to facilitating successful business collaborations and increasing the economic staying power of its diverse membership.
  • The NJ Pride Chamber of Commerce is an official affiliate of the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce ( NGLCC ).

New Master’s in Supply Chain Management Addresses Needs of Dynamic and Growing Sector

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

The supply chain sector is growing faster than the general economy.

Key Points: 
  • The supply chain sector is growing faster than the general economy.
  • Offering a masters in supply chain management aligns with Georgia States commitment to working closely with industry partners to develop programs that respond to specific needs and strengthen the states workforce overall, said Georgia State President M. Brian Blake.
  • Robinsons MS-SCM curriculum emphasizes the role of coordination and synchronization to collectively create efficiencies and value across all components of the end-to-end supply chain.
  • in Supply Chain Management will help prepare students to fill these critical roles.