Our Leadership

Paul Pittman, Ph.D., CPIM-F, CSCP-F, is a professor at Indiana University Southeast, where he teaches supply chain and operations management. He also has an extensive consulting career working with firms around the world in executive leadership development and decision-making, as well as supply chain management and process improvement. Pittman has led and served on several ASCM committees and councils and presented at numerous North American and international events. He has published articles in multiple publications, including ASCM’s SCM Now magazine, and was a coeditor for several editions the ASCM Dictionary. Pittman is a graduate of the Terry School of Business at the University of Georgia.

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Michael Bunge, CPIM, CSCP, is vice president of global supply chain and operations at Hamilton Beach Brands, where he leads a team of more than 450 associates, implementing common metrics and aligning operations to create a stable platform for growth. Through transformational cost-saving solutions and best-in-class operations, he positions the supply chain organization as a revenue and profitability driver. Bunge has significant experience with SCOR-DS and ERP implementation, building strategic sourcing practices and capabilities, business development and innovation, and business turnaround and transformation.

James D. Hess, CSCP, oversees global reverse logistics at Google LLC. He maintains and retires one of the world's largest in-service fleets of IT hardware. Responsible for global returns, repair and recycling operations, Hess orchestrates an omnichannel network to provide extended lifecycle management and retirement for over one million IT hardware devices. Prior to his tenure at Google, he served in the United States Army for 25 years. Hess holds bachelor's degrees in history and communications from the University of Toledo, an M.S. in logistics management from the Florida Institute of Technology, an M.A. in military studies from the United States Marine Corps University, and an MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management.

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Amy Augustine, CSCP, is senior director of network supply chain at U.S. Cellular, where she successfully led an organizational transformation of the company’s network supply chain operations. She is responsible for a team of 25 associates and 30 contractors and has ownership and responsibility for all procurement activities, planning and forecasting, logistics and inventory operations. In addition, Augustine oversees 6 warehouses across the United States with approximately $150 million in average in inventory. She is a dynamic supply chain leader and has spent more than 20 years in both the industry and as a consultant.

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Christine Barnhart, CPIM, is chief marketing and industry officer at Nulogy, a technology innovator in the extended supply chain. Her extensive experience as a supply chain expert and seasoned software executive makes her uniquely positioned to incorporate sales, product, and customer success in the way marketing approaches its go-to-market, demand generation, and brand-building efforts. Previously, she was vice president of product marketing and go-to-market for Nulogy, and has held top positions at companies including Versuen, Infor, Berry Global, Mead Johnson Nutrition and Whirlpool. Barnhart has been recognized as one of the top women in supply chain by Supply and Demand Chain Executive several times. She holds a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from the University of Evansville and an MBA from the University of Louisville.

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Allison Bennett Irion is Director of Supply Chain Research at Argonne National Laboratory, a U.S. Department of Energy multidisciplinary science and engineering research center that works alongside experts from industry, academia and government to address vital national challenges in clean energy, environment, technology and national security. She serves as an officer in both the U.S. Navy Reserve and U.S. Merchant Marine. Bennett Irion is a graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

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Stephanie Cannon leads FedEx Dataworks’ digital platform strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer expectations to drive revenue and growth opportunities. Her team is responsible for developing a forward-thinking roadmap for platform capabilities with a data-first mindset. This involves identifying emerging trends, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and responding to ever-evolving customer needs. Cannon was previously senior vice president of operations excellence and collaborative innovation at Pitney Bowes. She brings to the ASCM board of directors nearly 20 years of experience in supply chain strategy, operations, digital transformation, strategic planning, logistics, innovation and product development.  

Adam James is vice president, North America surface transportation at C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. With over 20 years of logistics consulting experience, James is an accomplished supply chain professional who uses analytical and process-driven approaches to establishing priorities and setting outcomes. He is a customer-centric leader with a well-established success record of developing and fostering talent. James holds a bachelor’s degree in English and history from Illinois Wesleyan University and a MicroMasters in supply chain from MIT.

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Craig Jones is chief supply chain officer at On. As a customer-centric supply chain leader dedicated to meaningful transformation, he brings a strategic blend of financial acumen, data-driven insights and digital transformation expertise to build agile, resilient and customer-focused supply chain ecosystems. Jones has a deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain dynamics, having led several large-scale global operations that drive profitability and operational efficiencies. He is passionate about the power of real-time data analytics, AI and predictive modeling for improved forecasting and inventory optimization

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Pedro A. Neto is a supply chain data scientist in the strategic planning and modeling team at HP Inc., where he leads HP Personal System’s supply planning optimization engine. With more than 10 years of industry experience, Neto is passionate about leading and implementing advanced projects in data science and supply chain analytics, as well as creating models based on complex decisions to recommend actionable insights to stakeholders. He has served on several ASCM committees, including the Research, Innovation and Sensing Committee and the Sensing subcommittee. He holds a Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering and a Doctor of Philosophy in operations research and industrial engineering - both from Penn State.

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Amber Schwiesow is vice president of procurement, supply chain, fixed wireless operations and fleet management at Midco, a provider of internet, TV, phone, advertising and data center services. Previously, she worked at Raven Industries, where she held positions including global product service manager and international sales coordinator. Schwiesow also attended the Tuck Executive Education at Dartmouth in 2023, completing the SCTE-Tuck Executive Leadership Program. She holds an MBA from the University of Sioux Falls and a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa, with a focus on Spanish, Portuguese and International Studies.  

Kate Schwoyer, CSCP, is senior director of supply chain at Accupac. Prior to this, she held roles including senior director, North America, direct material sourcing, at Mondelez International; and director, Americas, integrated business planning, at McCormick & Company. Schwoyer has more than 20 years of Fortune 500 consumer goods experience in procurement, sales and operations planning, supply and demand planning, commercialization, new product launch, logistics, process improvements, and project management. She holds an MBA from the University of Maryland and a Bachelor's of Science from the Pennsylvania State University. 

Abe Eshkenazi, CSCP, CPA, CAE is chief executive officer at ASCM, the largest organization for supply chain and the global pacesetter of organizational transformation, talent development and supply chain innovation. During his tenure, ASCM has significantly expanded its services to corporations, individuals and communities; its revenue has more than doubled; and three mergers were completed in response to heightened industry awareness and the vast and ongoing global impact of supply chains. Previously, Eshkenazi was managing director of the Operations Consulting Group of American Express Tax and Business Services. Eshkenazi holds a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University, Kellogg Graduate School of Management; a Master of Business Administration from DePaul University; and a bachelor’s degree in business from Northeastern Illinois University.

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Sherri Goodlove is executive vice president of marketing, communications and eCommerce at ASCM. With more than 20 years of experience in marketing, digital transformation and technology, she has led a number of innovative programs for Fortune 500 companies including Grainger, DeVry and US Cellular. Prior to ASCM, Goodlove served as the senior vice president of digital communications for Dairy Management Inc., a non-profit organization representing America’s dairy farmers under the oversight of the United States Department of Agriculture. Goodlove was named one of the top 25 social business global leaders by The Economist, and she was one of IBM’s VIP Futurists reimagining the future of work. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in communication from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

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Douglas J. Kent is the executive vice president of corporate and strategic alliances at ASCM. He oversees ASCM’s corporate member community, global training partners, North American chapters, academic relationships, and industry and technology collaborators. He is also responsible for growing and strengthening ASCM’s alliances with nongovernmental organizations and its community-based objectives. Kent has more than 35 years of transformational advisory and practitioner experience with large multi-national organizations. He specializes in transformations based on the Supply Chain Operations Reference Digital Standard (SCOR-DS), supply chain strategy and segmentation, supply chain planning, enterprise risk optimization and supply chain visibility. As an APICS certified SCOR-DS master instructor, he leads workshops, education and transformational programs around the globe. Kent holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Indiana University and a master’s degree in international business from Pepperdine University.

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Jeff Zettek is the executive vice president and chief financial officer at ASCM, where he is responsible for the accounting and financial aspects of planning, reporting, governance and strategy initiatives. He also oversees information technology, human resources and facilities. Zettek has more than a decade of diversified finance and accounting experience, having worked in a wide variety of industries and enterprises, ranging from small, privately held organizations to large, multinational public companies. His previous experience includes acquisition and divestiture due diligence; planning and analysis; strategy, financial and management reporting; internal and external audit functions; and fraud investigations. Prior to joining ASCM, Zettek worked in KPMG’s transaction services practice group after transferring from its risk advisory service group. Zettek has a Bachelor of Science in accounting from the Northern Illinois University - College of Business.

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Joseph F. Babcock is vice president of digital marketing and e-commerce at ASCM. He is responsible for developing strategy and managing the execution of ASCM’s digital and performance marketing. In addition, he creates and optimizes the ASCM.org online experience, which drives direct channel revenue, generates leads for other ASCM channels and advances the organization’s supply chain voice of record. With more than 30 years of financial, technology, digital marketing and e-commerce experience, Babcock excels at developing best-in-class, data-driven customer experiences and consistently driving results. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting from the University of Iowa.

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Chris Carrier is vice president of technology at ASCM, which involves overseeing information technology (IT) activities, as well as developing and executing customer-focused internet solutions and strategic business plans. With extensive experience in web design and development, Carrier began his work at ASCM by designing, coding and implementing the organization website and microsites, eventually moving into project and technology management. During his tenure, the IT team has doubled in size and continues to expand to facilitate increasing digital needs. Carrier is certified in Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Scrum Alliance SMC and Microsoft — and is a Certified Association Executive. He holds a political science degree from the University of Kentucky.

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Gina DeCiani, J.D., is ASCM’s general counsel and vice president of human resources. During her tenure, she has revamped and revitalized the human resources function; led the implementation of new human resources information, performance management and contract life cycle management systems; developed succession plans; and conducted compensation studies. In 2016, she spearheaded the organization’s effort to obtain its first certification as a Great Place to Work, which has been maintained since that time. In 2020, DeCiani took over the role of interim general counsel and assumed the role officially the following year. She is coauthor of several texts about professional ethics, including “Legal Ethics for Nonlawyers” and “The Law Office.” She holds a bachelor's in business administration from the University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign and a masters in writing for children and young adults from Hamline University.

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Gabriela Welch is vice president of certification and standards at ASCM, where she develops and directs the strategies, tactics and activities associated with the successful execution of domestic and international credential programs, including courseware, exam development and operations. She has established department quality measurements, oversees the operational details of integration from mergers and acquisitions, and drives ongoing process improvement. Prior to her current role, Welch was director of credentialing services at the Center for Credentialing and Education and served in the United States Navy as an aviation electronics technician. She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of North Carolina – Greensboro and a master’s degree in public administration in nonprofit management and leadership from Walden University.

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Mark Imfeld is vice president of reseller partner sales at ASCM, where he strategically oversees and develops key partnership verticals, including North American chapters, global training providers, approved consultation partners and academic institutions. The partner network is vital to ASCM’s ongoing success and growth initiatives, positively influencing supply chain professionals across the globe. With more than 20 years of leadership experience across various business disciplines, Imfeld brings a wealth of expertise to the partner community. Prior to joining ASCM, he successfully led numerous high-performing sales teams at Pearson Education, where he was instrumental in advancing industry certifications across multiple sectors. He holds a Bachelor of Science in technical management from DeVry University. 

Kathleen Schroeder is vice president of membership at ASCM, where she leads the development and execution of innovative strategies that drive engagement and membership growth. With a deep understanding of corporate and individual member needs, Schroeder works to ensure valuable team and individual benefits, comprehensive professional development opportunities and strong peer networks.  A dedicated leader in the association space, she also actively volunteers with the ASAE and Association Forum and was honored with the prestigious Forty Under 40 award in 2019. She holds a degree in marketing from Iowa State University College of Business.