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Nominations are open for Supply & Demand Chain Executive's Pros to Know award, which recognizes influential individuals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage.
Supply & Demand Chain Executive reaches executives in procurement, warehousing, transportation, education and more. If your company or your customers are a part of this reach, then you are eligible!
The Pros to Know award is broken down into four distinct categories:
Top Procurement Pros --> Recognizes professionals in the procurement space, with a procurement title.
Top Transportation Innovators --> Recognizes professionals in the transportation space, including freight, trucking, rail, air cargo, ship/ports, etc.
Rising Stars --> Recognizes young or newer professionals (39 and under) whose achievements, hard work and vision have shaped the supply chain network.
Leaders in Excellence --> Honors company leaders who’ve made outstanding contributions to the supply chain space. Must have at least 10 years’ documented experience in supply chain and logistics.
There will be (1) overall winner in each category; additional winners will be listed out accordingly, CLICK HERE for example from last year’s winners. Overall winners for each category will receive the highest-level promotional package, which includes:
- Executive Profile in Online Article (Headshot & Bio)
- Virtual or Email Interview with Editor-in-Chief, posted to SDCExec.com.
- Logo License (unlimited rights and full access to include, share and embed the award logo anywhere, everywhere at all times).
- A Commemorative Plaque
"Many of today's supply chain pros are more than just leaders within their space; they're true pioneers of innovation. Whether it's developing new technologies, creating workforce development initiatives or working behind the scenes to ensure accuracy along the supply chain, some of the industry's most prolific supply chain professionals are going above and beyond," says Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive.
Deadline for submissions is Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026.
CLICK HERE to access the nomination form. CLICK HERE to view the criteria of this award.
And, CLICK HERE to preview the questionnaire.
CLICK HERE to check out some FAQs.
For questions, please contact editor-in-chief Marina Mayer at [email protected].
Check out previous winners here, including video interviews and more!
