Episode Details

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Stephanie Thomas, Associate Professor of Practice and Executive Director of WISE at the University of Arkansas, joins us to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world execution. Drawing on her impressive corporate background at giants like Lowe's, IBM, and Stanley Tools, Stephanie breaks down her unique, interdisciplinary research focused at the fascinating intersection of logistics, marketing, and supply chain management.

She dives deep into the behavioral side of operations, sharing masterclass insights on buyer-supplier dynamics, complex supply chain negotiations, and the human element—including the fascinating psychology of truck drivers on the frontline. Beyond her research, Stephanie discusses her global impact as a champion for diversity, highlighting her work leading Women Impacting Supply Chain Excellence (WISE) and founding the WISE Future Leaders Symposium to empower and elevate the next generation of female trailblazers.

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💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: 

• Supply Chain 247 - The Human Element: Understanding Psychology and Retention in Trucking

• Journal of Business Logistics - The Evolution of Buyer-Supplier Dynamics and Modern Negotiations

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