Supply Chain Network Gains Industry Insights at ProMat

The reception was a great opportunity to gain valuable insights into the industry from others’ perspectives.

April 18, 2017

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The Supply Chain Network, which includes the Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics brands, hosted an evening cocktail reception on April 3, 2017, at the ProMat Show. The reception was a great opportunity to get to know many of the exhibitors and our clients, and to gain valuable insights into the industry from their perspective.

Thanks to those that attended. For those who were unable to attend, we hope you will be able to join us next time. A good time was had by all.

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