ISM-Philadelphia, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

Philadelphia's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—Philadelphia, Inc. is a not-for-profit local chapter of Institute for Supply Management®. 

ISM—Philadelphia has served the purchasing and supply management professionals of the Greater Philadelphia area since 1915. The chapter offers seminars and educational meeting programs designed to meet the needs of today’s supply management professionals.

Members of ISM—Philadelphia receive current news and educational articles in a monthly e-Newsletter, local opportunities for networking and professional development, monthly Business Education Series meetings, and seminars.

For more information about ISM—Philadelphia, please visit the Chapter Overview. To view and register for upcoming events, please visit the Education Calendar. 

If you would like to join ISM—Philadelphia, volunteer on one of our many committees, or if you would like more information on the association’s goals and activities, please Contact Us for more information. 

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Upcoming Events

March

12

2026

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Philadelphia: Mini Mega Meeting

ENGINE OF GROWTH THRU 2040 – PHILADELPHIA’S PORT’S BRIGHT FUTURE

Ports are vital assets for any region, serving as essential gateways for international trade and a linchpin in the regional supply chain. They support one in every 8 American jobs and contribute $2.9 trillion to the U.S. GDP. Philadelphia’s port is setting new milestones to support a rosy future for our region. What does this mean for shippers? What kinds of expanded supply chain career opportunities will this lead to?

PhilaPort - the #1 Most Productive Container Port in North America (according to the World Bank) -A Major Land Acquisition grows capacity. -New Philaport Cruise Terminal to Open. -Philaport has developed a Strategic Plan to chart its course to Destination 2040. In the world of international commerce, “you either change or get changed by the change”!

Learn how PhilaPort, like hockey, is skating to where the puck is going to be, not to where it’s been.

“It is not the going out of port, but the coming in, that determines the success of a voyage.” — Henry Ward Beecher

Agenda
5:00-6:30 Network & Pasta
6:30 Announcements
6:45-7:45 Presentation
7:45-8:30 Network

Location
Manayunk Brewing Company
Upstairs River Club
4120 Main St, Pompanoosuc Mills
Philadelphia, PA 19127

Food
Pasta Station: Penne & Tortellini with Chicken, Sauces/toppings, Caesar Salad, Rolls, Butter. Beverages: Cash Bar with Happy Hour pricing 5:00pm-7pm.

Dress Code
Business Casual

Parking Options
Main & Lock Street Parking lot with 295 parking spaces, metered parking.

Public Transportation
R6 Norristown Rail Line to Manayunk Station, Main Street #61 Bus.

If you are a full-time student, contact ISM Member Services for the student rate.

Sponsor: 505 ISM—Philadelphia, Inc.
Manayunk Brewing Company, Upstairs River Club
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March

19

2026

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Member Orientation

This webinar provides knowledge regarding the many benefits that come with being a part of the ISM community. Join us and learn about the essential tools, vibrant community, and exceptional learning that enhances your professional development. You'll also gain insight into the array of programs, services, and resources that are available to you through your membership.

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Megan Hays
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March

24

2026

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Creating Resilience and Sustainability: Navigating the Impact of Tariffs and Disruption

In this interactive presentation, trusted trade authority Tom Cook discusses the uncertainty and disruption in today’s global supply chain, outlining the solutions available for tariff mitigation and risk and spend management. The focus includes alternative sourcing, nearshoring, drawback, Foreign-Trade Zones, tariff engineering, tariff classification reviews, freight options, freight consolidation, Incoterms, and robust demand planning. Learn how to apply a “landed cost” approach to managing cost and risk: assessing and analyzing all costs related to the supply chain, from acquisition, freight, customs clearance, duties and taxes, to inland freight, warehousing, and distribution.

Learning objectives include:

  • Understand the tariff environment: the context, the current status, and likely direction for 2026.
  • Understand the impacted categories, products and processes and understand your options for mitigation.
  • Understand the importance of trade compliance and risks and costs of non-compliance.
  • Understand which tariff mitigation strategies can bolster supply chain resilience in the long term, and how to identify what will work for your company.

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    Highlights from the President

    Welcome to ISM—Philadelphia!

    We are a growing organization of supply management professionals dedicated to educating & enhancing our professional membership.

    ISM—Philadelphia offers certification courses for members to earn their Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®) certification.  The CPSM® is globally recognized as the gold standard of excellence for supply management professionals & is recognized across multiple industries. 

    If you’re not a member of ISM—Philadelphia, please consider joining as a member here. There are many benefits to membership at both a local and global level, including a mix of online & in-person educational offerings throughout the year. 

    If you need more information, please Contact Us at office@ism-phila.org or 215.878.3389. 

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    Supply Management News & Reports

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    Tariffs: Questions and Uncertainty Remain After Supreme Court Ruling

    February 24, 2026
    Articles

    Despite the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Friday that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) doesn’t give President Donald Trump the power to impose tariffs, uncertainty still reigns.

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    Join ISM

    Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

    More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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    Learn from the Creator of AIM & DRIVE

    As supply chain leaders face increasing pressure to deliver measurable value, the need to combine structured cost strategy with digital capability has never been greater. Closing that gap requires both a proven process and the right technology.

    Through ISM's Total Cost Solution class, taught live by Jimmy Anklesaria, ISM members gain direct access to the AIM & DRIVE? process and a complimentary 30 day AIMDRIVE-AI trial subscription. Participants leave with both the strategic framework and the digital platform needed to strengthen cost insight, improve supplier conversations, and drive sustainable savings.

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    ISM-Philadelphia Inc.

    P.O. Box 563, Secane, PA 19018
    215.878.3389
    office@ism-phila.org
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