ISM-Cleveland, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

Cleveland's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—Cleveland, Inc. is a local chapter of Institute for Supply Management®

ISM—Cleveland exists to advance the Supply Chain Management and Strategic Sourcing profession through the personal and professional development of its members by providing quality education and certification programs as well as many opportunities for leadership, networking, and the exchange of ideas.

Click below under Upcoming Events for more information and to register.

Upcoming Events

May

01

2025

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Cleveland Supply Chain Management in the Medical Industry

Jim Ohneck is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Epoch Lasers in Chagrin Falls. He has degrees in Business Administration and Electronic Engineering along with thirty-five years of medical device development experience. He has also spent much time in Latin America to create clinics where he uses his medical laser equipment to give pain relief to indigenous peoples.

Jim will speak about the international supply chain challenges and opportunities in making medical laser treatments available to the many people who have benefited from his service.

Schedule
Networking - 5:30 to 6:00 PM
Dinner - 6:00 to 6:45 PM
Dinner Speaker - 6:45 PM to 7:30 PM

Location:
Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center
5800 Rockside Woods Blvd N
Independence, OH 44131

RSVP is required by Friday, April 25, 2025.

For a student rate, please contact ISM Member Services at membersvs@ismworld.org with your ISM account number and the full event title for an invoice.

 

Sponsor: 130 ISM—Cleveland, Inc.
Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center, Independence OH

May

06

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

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.

May

08

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Unlocking Profit in a De-Globalized World: Procurement’s New Paradigm

As de-globalization reshapes supply chains, businesses face skyrocketing costs and shrinking margins. Traditional procurement cost management falls short in this new reality. How can procurement leaders navigate these turbulent waters?

Discover a new strategy that transforms procurement from cost center to value creator. Through a case study, you will learn how this paradigm shifts not only weathered inflationary pressures but fueled profitable growth. Join me to reimagine procurement's role in your organization's success and gain actionable strategies for immediate impact.

Audience Members Will:

  • Implement a new framework to reduce product costs by over 30% in an inflationary market.
  • Leverage procurement insights to shape product strategy.
  • Collaborate with business to enhance market competitiveness and drive profitable revenue growth.

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Join your peers in Orlando, Florida, June 1-3, 2025. The ISM World Annual Conference is a world-class event designed to inspire fresh thinking and provide an educational experience that unites thought leaders, supply chain and procurement professionals, and the innovative suppliers that support them.

You'll leave with new connections, fresh insights, and the inspiration to spark new ideas within your professional community. Register today for the best rates!

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ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

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