Fort Atkinson, Wis. – October 13, 2026 -- The 2026 Women in Supply Chain ForumTM Award attracted more than 300 submissions, including a record 70 self-nominations and a record 44 nominations from male colleagues, managers and industry peers, according to organizers Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive.
Self-nominations hit a seven-year high
Of the 300-plus entries, 70 were self-nominations, the highest number in the award's seven-year history. The 44 nominations submitted by men also mark a high. Organizers say the figures reflect a growing culture of advocacy, recognition and allyship across the supply chain community.
Fifth annual Forum convenes Nov. 17-19 in Charleston
Honorees will be recognized at the fifth annual Women in Supply Chain ForumTM, scheduled for Nov. 17-19, 2026, at the Charleston Marriott in Charleston, S.C. The three-day program includes keynote presentations, mentorship networking, leadership development sessions and interactive discussions on career growth, professional branding and the future of supply chain leadership. Overall award winners and industry leaders will speak directly to attendees.
The 2026 theme is "Self-Advocacy in the Workforce: Brand Yourself While Empowering Others to Climb the Corporate Ladder."
Award covers logistics, procurement, technology and manufacturing
The award recognizes women whose leadership, mentorship and vision have strengthened supply chain operations and drawn others into careers in logistics, transportation, warehousing, procurement, technology and manufacturing. Recipients range from rising stars to seasoned executives.
Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of both publications and Co-Founder of the Forum, said women are increasingly driving innovation, leading companies, divisions and markets, and ensuring compliance.
The full list of winners is published on the Supply & Demand Chain Executive website.