Training

Training

Our profession is advancing rapidly and changing almost daily, posing new challenges to the supply management professional. As our industry evolves, so does ISM training. We are the only supply management association that provides training in all areas of our supply management profession.

We stay on top of trends and changes to keep our training relevant to what our members expect and need for success. With globally-recognized training programs, ISM education is respected across industries within supply management.

To see all upcoming events, please visit the Education Calendar. 

A cancellation or processing fee may be applied to event cancellations or no shows. 

Upcoming Events

November

11

2026

Product Type Icon Chapter Meeting

ISM-Philadelphia: Forecasting the Future: Predictive Analytics for Risk-Ready Procurement

Change is constant, but knowing that doesn’t necessarily make us better at dealing with it. What happens when priorities shift, resources get tighter, someone with years of knowledge walks out the door, a supplier falls through, or the plan you started with simply doesn’t work anymore? Building on our April conversation about resilience, this session takes the next step. We’ll look at what happens when organizations get so focused on solving what’s happening right now that they don’t stop long enough to ask what could happen next, where they may be vulnerable, or what they could do now to give themselves more options later.

This will be a conversation, not a lecture. Through real examples, scenarios, and questions for the room, we’ll look at how we make decisions when things change and where we may have become too dependent on one person, one process, one supplier, or one way of doing things. We can’t predict or prepare for everything, and that isn’t the goal. The goal is to get better at seeing problems earlier, asking better questions before something becomes urgent, and building organizations that can keep moving when the plan changes.

Agenda
5:30 pm Registration & Networking
6:30 pm Dinner
7:15 pm Speaker

Location
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
3549 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Sponsor: 505 ISM—Philadelphia, Inc.
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Ciara Long

November

18

2026

Product Type Icon 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.

Online
Megan Hays

December

10

2026

Product Type Icon Chapter Webinar
Member Only

ISM-Philadelphia: Committees Open House

Join ISM-Philadelphia for a virtual Committees Open House and discover how our volunteer leaders help shape the chapter's programs, member experiences, and community impact.

Meet committee chairs, learn about current initiatives, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the planning that supports chapter events, professional development opportunities, member engagement, and outreach efforts throughout the year.

Topics include:

  • Educational programs, scholarships, and outreach initiatives
  • Upcoming events and program planning
  • Marketing, communications, and sponsorship opportunities
  • Membership engagement and chapter growth strategies
  • Ways to get involved and contribute to the chapter's success

Whether you are new to ISM-Philadelphia or looking for a deeper level of involvement, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about the committees that help keep the chapter thriving.

Sponsor: 505 ISM—Philadelphia, Inc.