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Inst i tute for Supply Management™ presents0720 92ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SUPPLY MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE & EDUCATIONAL EXHIBIT

LAS VEGAS MAY 6-9, 2007

Continu it y of Supp ly

Future of Supp ly Management

Stanley BingBusiness Pundit

Fortune Columnist

MalColM gladwellBestselling author

tiMe magazine 100 Most influential People, 2005

Staff writer, new yorker magazine

Paul a. laudiCinaManaging officer and

Chairman of the Board

a.t. Kearney

dr. BertiCe Berryauthor

Comedienne

Motivational Speaker

Our Keynotes

Important Dates:February 23, 2007 Early Registration Ends — Save $170 when you register by this date.

April 2, 2007 The iSM rate is offered until 4/2/07; rooms sell out quickly so please be sure to reserve your room early.

April 13, 2007 Save $70 when you register by this date.

May 3, 2007 Pre-Conference Seminars Begin

May 6, 2007 The Conference Begins

May 9, 2007 Conference Closes

May 9, 2007 C.P.M. Exam. Space is limited. Be sure to register early.

WelcomeAs the first and the most respected supply management institute in the world, the institute

for Supply Management™ (iSM) is pleased to present the 92nd Annual international Supply

Management Conference and Educational Exhibit. Join us this year as we travel to las Vegas

for four days of supply management training and education.

Attend the Conference and meet the best and the brightest in supply management. Workshop

presenters represent successful practitioners and experts in the field. This is your chance to find

out what works, who is best-in-class and how you can gain a competitive advantage.

Make time to attend one of the networking Roundtable Discussions. This is a chance to talk

about what’s on your mind and ask your colleagues for insight into the supply management arena.

You might discover a cost-saving idea, a new process or just a sounding board for your current

challenges.

Don’t miss out on the exclusive Conference Career Center. Once you register for the complete

Conference, be sure to upload your résumé onto our confidential site. There will be world-class

organizations on hand to interview and recruit potential employees. This is networking at its best.

Take control of your future when you take part in the Conference Career Center.

Participating in iSM’s 92nd Annual international Supply Management Conference tells the world

that you are serious about your profession and committed to making your organization stronger.

Take this opportunity to reinforce your skills, follow new trends and hear the buzz on supply

management.

We look forward to seeing you in Las Vegas.

With more than 40,000 members, ISM is the largest

supply management institute in the world. attend our

Conference and find out why this is the place to

be if you’re a supply management professional.

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5 Conference Event Schedule

9 Vital Sessions

11 Workshops

28 Pre-Conference Seminars

30 Sponsors

32 Conference Registration Information

33 Conference Registration Form

34 C.P.M. Exam Information and Registration Form

35 Pre-Conference Professional Seminar Registration Information

37 Hotels and Travel Information

38 Attractions

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It’saMembershipJackpot!New for 2007 — Receive a one-year ISM Membership* with your nonmember Confer-ence registration fee, a subscription to Inside Supply Management ® magazine, unlimited access to the ISM Web site and discounts on products and services — all benefits enjoyed by ISM members.

* Pending completion and approval of application. Direct membership only. $180 USD value. Individual must meet ISM qualifications for membership.

Want to join a local ISM affiliate? Your local ISM affiliate is a rich resource for networking, education and professional development. Call ISM Customer Service for more information. Additional fees may apply for affiliate membership.

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2:15 pm – 3:30 pmSuccessfulDecisionmaking—SharingIdeasfromBlink

Malcolm Gladwell has an incomparable gift for generating value by interpreting groundbreaking research in psychology, sociology and neu-rology and applying it to business. His provocative ideas are taking the business world by storm. With his first book, Gladwell embedded the concept of The Tipping Point in our everyday vocabulary and gave orga-nizations new tools for understanding how and why change happens and how to create positive epidemics of ideas and behavior. In Blink, he analyzes first impressions — the judgments we make unconsciously and instinctively — and he explores how we can master this important

aspect of successful decisionmaking. Gladwell’s illuminating way of looking at snap judgments will provide inspiration and tools for you to better develop and execute a successful supply chain.

12:00 pm – 1:30 pmAnAfternoonWithStanleyBing

Stanley Bing’s satirical take on the corporate environment is as insightful as it is humorous. With topics derived from a long and extremely suc-cessful career inside corporate America, Bing offers a unique perspec-tive on the role of the warrior in the contemporary workplace. He draws on the observations made during his rise in the corporate culture and not only teaches employees to think outside the box, but teaches exec-utives how to manage this type of thinking, as well. Proving that cre-ativity is rewarded in corporate America, his unique viewpoint benefits both executives and the employees working to achieve that level. With

Bing’s distinctive viewpoint, you not only learn how to get ahead in business, but laugh while you are doing it. Bing is the author of numerous best-sellers, including What Would Machiavelli Do?, Sun Tzu Was A Sissy and Throwing the Elephant: Zen and the Art of Managing Up. His long-run-ning column has appeared in Esquire magazine and then Fortune for the past 20 years.

7:45 am – 10:00 amBusinessSurvey/EconomicOutlookPresentationNorbert J. Ore, C.P.M., chair of the ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee; and group director, strategic sourcing and procure-ment, Georgia-Pacific Corporation, releases the committee’s Manufac-turing Semiannual Economic Forecast.

Anthony S. Nieves, C.P.M., CFPM, chair of the ISM Non-Manufac-turing Business Survey Committee; and senior vice president – supply management, Hilton Hotels Corporation, releases the committee’s Non-Manufacturing Semiannual Economic Forecast.

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MAlCOlM GlAdWEllBestselling Author (Blink and The Tipping Point)

TIME magazine 100 Most Influential People, 2005

Staff writer, New yorker magazine

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STANlEy BINGBusiness Pundit

Fortune Columnist

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NOrBErT J. OrE, C.P.M.Chair, ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee

ANTHONy S. NIEvES, C.P.M., CFPMChair, ISM Non-Manufacturing Business Survey Committee

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speakers

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7:45 am – 10:00 amJohn Silvia, Ph.d. is chief economist for Wachovia Corporation, a leading provider of financial services throughout the East Coast and the nation. Prior to joining Wachovia in 2002, Silvia worked on Capitol Hill as senior economist for the u.S. Senate Joint Economic Committee and chief economist for the u.S. Senate Banking, Housing and urban Affairs Committee. He served as chief economist of Kemper Funds and managing director of Scudder Kemper Investments, Inc. Silvia is a member of the Blue Chip Panel of Economic Forecasters and on an informal advisory group for the Federal reserve Bank of Philadelphia.

r. Keith Schwer, Ph.d. is director of The Center for Business and Eco-nomic research and a member of the uNlv Economics department faculty. Specializing in economic impact analysis, econometric mod-eling, feasibility analysis and survey research, Schwer is recognized as an authority on the business and economic environment of las vegas, the state of Nevada and the region. He manages the annual las vegas Perspective survey, serves on numerous state and local advisory boards, and acts as a resource person for television, radio and print media. He has published widely in such outlets as the Annals of regional Science, the Journal of Applied Economics and the review of regional Studies.

11:30 am – 1:00 pmSucceedinginaDynamicWorld:SupplyManagementintheDecadeAheadIn our uncertain and dynamic marketplace, supply management execu-tives ask, “What should my organization be doing now to prepare for tomorrow?” using results from a 2006-07 global research study spon-sored by CAPS research, A.T. Kearney and ISM, this presentation helps answer that question. laudicina, author of the acclaimed book, World Out of Balance, identifies and interprets trends shaping tomor-row’s business strategies and explains how these changing conditions will affect how organizations develop, manage and use supply relation-ships to manage risk and deliver increased value and competitiveness. He also provides insight into how executives should build their organizations with the critical talent needed to succeed in a world that demands much more from supply management.

9:20 am – 11:30 amImportanceofSocialResponsibilityandCommunityInvolvementNo one defies stereotypes, generalizations or clichés more than dr. Bertice Berry. A teacher told Berry that she was “not college material.” Fortunately, another teacher believed in her and she applied to several colleges not knowing how she would pay the tuition. The day her applica-tion arrived at Jacksonville university, a wealthy benefactor called the admissions department looking for a potential student “who could swim if they had the right backing,” and might sink without it. She went on to earn a Ph.d. in sociology from Kent State university and became one of the most popular teachers there. She uses humor to address such diffi-cult subjects as racism and sexism and was named the national Comedian of the year for four years running. She is the best-selling author of an inspirational memoir, I’m on My Way, But your Foot Is on My Head, “When you walk with purpose,” says Berry, “you collide with destiny!”

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JOHN E. SIlvIA, Ph.d.Chief Economist Wachovia Corporation

r. KEITH SCHWEr, Ph.d. director of The Center for Business and Economic research university of Nevada, las vegas

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PAul A. lAudICINAManaging Officer and Chairman of the Board A.T. Kearney

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dr. BErTICE BErryAuthor

Comedienne



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eVentssaturdaY May 5, 2007 Conference Registration 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

sundaY May 6, 2007 Conference Registration 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Navigating and Networking at 9:00 am – 11:00 am the Conference

Exhibit Hall Grand Opening and Lunch 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Networking Roundtable Discussions 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Update on the CPSM 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Career Center 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Keynote Address/Opening Session 2:15 pm – 3:30 pm Featuring Malcolm gladwell Bestselling Author (Blink and The Tipping Point) Staff writer, New Yorker magazine

Workshop Sessions A 3:45 pm – 5:15 pm

Exhibit Hall Reception 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Regional Business Survey Meeting 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm For any ISM affiliate that currently generates, or is

interested in generating, a regional economic report. Includes concerns, questions or ideas about the regional reports.

MondaY May 7, 2007 Conference Registration 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Career Center 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Workshop Session PM1 9:00 am – 11:45 am Project Management

Workshop Sessions B 9:00 am – 10:20 am

Workshop Sessions C 10:40 am – 11:40 am

Keynote Address/Luncheon 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm stanley Bing Business Pundit Fortune Columnist

Dessert Served in Exhibit Hall 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Workshop Sessions D 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Workshop Session PM2 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm Project Management

Workshop Sessions E 3:50 pm – 4:50 pm



tuesdaY May 8, 2007 Conference Registration 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Breakfast/Business Survey 7:45 am – 10:00 am

Economic Outlook Presentation Be on hand for the release of the ISM Semiannual Forecast.

norbert J. ore, C.p.M. Chair, ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee

anthony s. nieves, C.p.M., CFpM Chair, ISM Non-Manufacturing Business Survey Committee

John e. silvia, ph.d. Chief Economist Wachovia Corporation

r. keith schwer, ph.d. director of The Center for Business and Economic research university of Nevada, las vegas

Career Center 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Workshop Session BC1 9:00 am – 11:45 am Business Continuity

Workshop Sessions F 10:20 pm – 11:20 pm

Keynote Address/Luncheon 11:30 am – 1:00 pm paul a. Laudicina Managing Officer and Chairman of the Board

A.T. Kearney

Dessert Served in Exhibit Hall 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Workshop Session BC2 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm Business Continuity

Workshop Sessions G 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Workshop Sessions H 3:50 pm – 4:50 pm

J. Shipman Award and Volunteer 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Appreciation Banquet

WednesdaY May 9, 2007 Conference Registration 7:00 am – 9:00 am

C.P.M. Examination details on page 29

Workshop Sessions I 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Closing Brunch 9:20 am – 11:30 am dr. Bertice Berry Author Comedienne Motivational Speaker

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NetworkingRoundtableDiscussionsGet the most out of your networking when you attend the Roundtable session on Sunday May 6, 2007 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm. This is your chance to share experi-ences, gain answers or just bounce ideas off your colleagues.

Specialized,ExtendedSessionsBack by popular demand, we’re offering Project Man-agement sessions. New to the mix is Business Conti-nuity. It’s a hot topic and must-have skill for supply management professionals. Look for session codes PM1, PM2, BC1 or BC2. Registration is limited for these extended workshops.

ISM’sConferenceCareerCenterExclusively for Conference registrants, the Career Center is your opening to a new future. World-class organizations are onsite to conduct interviews so make sure you upload your résumé in the Conference Career Center module. Take control of your future.

CyberCaféStay in touch with your office with our convenient Cyber Cafés. Check e-mails, send e-mails or keep up with your research and sourcing projects in between sessions or during downtime.

WorkshopsEducational sessions are the heart of the Conference. This year is no exception. We are proud to present sessions focusing on supplier relationships, recruiting and keeping talent, holding down costs, strategic sourcing, innovation and more.

ExhibitHallSchmooze or you lose. The Exhibit Hall is an essential part of your participation. It’s your opportunity to meet

with current suppliers, identify potential suppliers and bump into old friends. Look for drawings and special events in the Exhibit Hall.

FoodBreak bread with your colleagues during meal events as part of your Conference registration. See page 37 for a complete list of meals.

Pre-ConferenceSeminarsIf this is the only professional development event that you attend this year, why not select a valuable pre-Conference seminar and extend your stay. Save on travel expenses by combining two educational pro-grams in one trip. Our professional seminars are second to none. As an added bonus, $ave on your Conference registration fee when you also attend a pre-Conference seminar.

SecondAnnualISMR.GeneRichterAwardsforLeadershipandInnovationinSupplyManagementDon’t miss the sessions presented by the winners of the Second Annual ISM R. Gene Richter Awards for Leadership and Inno-vation. These leading-edge programs present real-world applications and suc-cess stories from leaders in supply management.

KeynoteSessionsOur line-up includes award-winning authors, business leaders, world-class economists, inspirational leaders and industry innovators. Speakers are committed to educating and motivating you through their unique experiences.


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exhiBit haLL Showcasing more than 100 suppliers, this year’s

Educational Exhibit Hall provides the latest and greatest for you. Stop by and sample state-of-the-art products and services to equip and support your supply chain. Relationship building is a key element to any successful organization, so start right now in the Exhibit Hall.

The Educational Exhibit Hall is a valuable part of your Conference experience. This is your chance to con-nect with some of your suppliers and also to network with your colleagues. The ISM Exhibit Hall features a cross-section of industries. It’s a good time to do some comparison shopping or gather information on special projects or even your routine spend. Use the casual atmosphere of the Exhibit Hall to probe, ask questions and see product demonstrations.

Look for special events in the Exhibit Hall.

Sunday May 6, 2007 Grand Opening 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Join your colleagues for the Exhibit Hall Grand

Opening and Conference Kickoff, including the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and lunch.

Networking Reception 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Take advantage of this opportunity to interface one-

on-one with suppliers and your supply management colleagues.

Monday May 7, 2007 Dessert Reception 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Meet your suppliers and ensure a successful supply

chain.

Networking Reception 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm An opportunity to network and find out how to keep

your supply chain strong.

Tuesday May 8, 2007 Dessert Reception 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm Networking opportunity. Find solutions to your

supply management challenges. Take back solutions to share with your peers. The Exhibit Hall closes after this event so be sure to make time to meet the suppliers.

YourConferenceExperienceDelivers• Practical solutions• World-class strategies• Best practices• Management trends• Real-world case studies• Continuing Education Hours

(CEHs)

• Cutting-edge solution providers• Powerful keynotes• More than 100 workshops• Economic outlook• New approaches

ISM ConFerenCe Career Center As part of the 92nd Annual International Supply Management Conference and Educational Exhibit in Las Vegas, we are hosting our third Conference Career Center. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore career opportunities and interview with world-class organizations.

how does the isM Conference Career Center Work?

All Conference attendees are invited to submit their résumés to the Conference Career Center database. Hiring organizations participating in the Career Center have exclusive access to these résumés. All services are confidential and you will be able to schedule on-site interviews prior to the Conference.

it’s easy to participate

When you register for the Conference you will receive a password and instructions for posting your résumé on our Conference Career Center database developed ONLY for this event. Your confirmation letter will include easy-to-follow instructions for uploading your résumé to this exclusive datebase.

Recruiting organizations know that the ISM Annual International Supply Management Conference attracts the best in the field. Make sure you take charge of your career and participate in this exclu-sive event.

Career Center hourssunday, May 6, 2007: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pmMonday, May 7, 2007: 8:00 am – 5:00 pmtuesday, May 8, 2007: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Questions? Contact Sue Roswurm, Manager, Human Resources at ISM, [email protected] or 800/888-6276, extension 3138.

Opentomembersandnonmembers;theonlyrequirementistoberegisteredfortheConference.

take ControLofYourFuture

new this Year!

Stop by the Conference Career Center on Monday, May 7 to meet with an expert for tips on writing dynamic cover letters and résumés and interviewing.


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Award-WinningSessionsWinners of the Second Annual ISM r. Gene richter Awards for leadership and Innovation in Supply Management share

their winning strategies during workshops presented Tuesday, May 8, 2007 during Session G (2:30-3:30 pm) and Session H (3:50-4:50 pm).

These workshops demonstrate innovation in action and present real-world applications. Winners for these highly acclaimed awards are not disclosed until the Annual Confer-

ence. To select the best workshop for you, look for special signage in the ISM registration Area as well as during the Tuesday Economic Session.

Sunday May 6, 2007 1:00 – 2:00 pm

update on the Certified professional in supply Management (CpsM)Start your Conference out right by getting the latest informa-tion on ISM’s CPSM. This informational meeting is intended for all professionals regardless of current certification status. The focus is on general requirements for the CPSM and the bridging process as well as the timeline for implementation. The session concludes with Q&A to answer your questions.

Christina Foster, SPHRvice President, Certification and diversity ISM

BackbyPopularDemand,ProjectManagementWorkshops

Monday May 7, 2007 9:00 – 11:45 am

an overview of project Management for the supply professional session pM1A conceptual overview of project management with a focus on understanding the project management environment, the advantages of using a project management methodology, the characteristics of a project and the role of the project man-ager and project teams. The discussion includes an introduc-tion to the Project Management Institute’s (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) areas.

Monday May 7, 2007 2:30 – 5:00 pm

applications in project Management for the supply professional session pM2An in-depth discussion of the essential elements of project management used in project planning, executing and control. A discussion of the project cycle, work breakdown structures (WBS), project schedules, risk management and earned value management is presented.

Both Project Management sessions presented by

Rene G. Rendon, Ph.D., C.P.M., CPCM, PMPFaculty Member, Graduate School of Business and Public Policy united States Naval Postgraduate School Chair, ISM Certification Committee

NewThisYear:BusinessContinuityWorkshops

Tuesday May 8, 2007 9:00 – 11:45 am

supply Chain Business Continuity: preparing to survive the next disaster session BC1An uninterrupted supply chain, extremely important in day-to-day business operations, becomes even more critical fol-lowing a disaster. The absence of needed supplies, equipment and services can delay the restoration of busi-ness operations, a resulting loss of revenue and a possible loss of customers and clients. This workshop covers the cur-rently accepted best practices for developing a comprehen-sive business continuity program. An assessment will be conducted to help you better understand your organization’s current level of disaster preparedness. A step-by-step pro-cess for developing a business continuity program will be presented that can be used to initiate a new initiative, eval-uate an existing program or better understand where your business unit fits in the big picture of the organization’s busi-ness continuity program.

Tuesday May 8, 2007 2:30 – 5:00 pm

Business Continuity training and testing: narrowing the gaps session BC2 A business continuity plan sits on a shelf in your office. Now what? This workshop provides guidelines for taking your busi-ness continuity plan from sheets of paper in a binder to being a guide that will take your organization through a process to fully restore operations following any disaster. Some of the important topics include making a plan user-friendly, checking to be certain all required elements are included, training people and testing plans. The session includes a tabletop exercise scenario and concludes with a review of the overall business continuity planning cycle.

Both Business Continuity sessions presented by

Betty A. KildowEmergency Management Consultant Kildow Consulting

Seating is limited for these programs (PM1, PM2, BC1, BC2), be sure to select them on your registration form.

Takenoteoftheseimportantworkshops.All of our workshops offer key pieces to add to your professional toolbox. See the information below for some vital sessions. These workshops bring an added dimension to your supply management portfolio.


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Business Continuity | Change Management | China | Commodities | Contracts

Corporate social responsibility | development and Management | emerging Markets

Forecasting | global sourcing | innovation | intellectual property rights | inventory

Leadership | Leasing | negotiating | outsourcing | product development

project Management | recruiting and retaining talent | risk Management

strategic sourcing | supplier relationships

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Workshops

ISMIsCommittedtoYourContinuedSuccess.

isM defines suppLY ManageMent

“The identification, acquisition, access, positioning, management of resources and related capabilities an organization needs in the attainment of its strategic objectives.”

Responding to the current business environment, our mix of topics addresses issues and solutions that help you increase your practical knowledge and expertise to gain the respect and confidence of your stakeholders.

We are confident that our workshop offerings represent a comprehensive curriculum to boost your career as a supply professional. From core skills to advanced methodologies and practices, our workshop sessions are guaranteed to provide solutions, spark discussions and overcome workplace challenges.

The ISM Annual International Conference is developed

straight from the field experiences of practitioners, our board of directors, academicians and business leaders.

Take a look at the topics we cover during four days of intense networking, learning and discovery. Occasionally a topic is offered once or on a limited basis as determined by interest but in most cases we offer multiple sessions on high-demand topics.


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SundayMay�,2007navigating and networking at 9:00 am – 11:00 am the Conference

Exhibit Hall grand opening and 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Conference Kickoff and lunch

networking Roundtable discussions 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

update on CPSM 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Keynote Address/ 2:15 pm – 3:30 pm opening Session Featuring Malcolm gladwell bestselling Author (Blink and The Tipping Point) Staff writer, New Yorker magazine

Workshop Sessions A 3:45 pm – 5:15 pm

networking Reception in 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Exhibit Hall

Sunday May 6, 2007 9:00 – 11:00 am

navigating and networking at the ConferenceIf this is your first Conference, take this opportunity to learn how to navigate the Conference during this special Sunday morning session. Members of the ISM Permanent Conference Committee (PCC) offer suggestions on how to get the most out of your Conference experience and how to take advan-tage of the numerous networking opportunities available.

Sponsored by the ISM Permanent Conference Committee

Sharon L. Hauht, C.P.M. Senior Purchasing Analyst Clark County, Nevada Member, ISM Permanent Conference Committee

Sunday May 6, 2007 1:00 – 2:00 pm

networking roundtable discussionsyou asked for it, you got it! Take advantage of this opportu-nity to explore, discuss and question (or even grumble with) colleagues from your industry. you might discover a cost saving idea, a new process or just a sounding board for your current challenges. Join facilitators from the Permanent Conference Committee and the General Conference Com-mittee and use this open forum to talk about what’s on your mind. This is networking at its most valuable.


Hosted by:Craig J. Johnson, C.P.M., A.P.P.President and Chief Operating Officer Musician’s Friend, Inc. Chair, ISM Permanent Conference Committee

update on the Certified professional in supply Management (CpsM)Start your Conference out right by getting the latest infor-mation on ISM’s CPSM. This informational meeting is intended for all professionals regardless of current certifica-tion status. The focus is on general requirements for the CPSM and the bridging process as well as the timeline for implementation. The session concludes with Q&A to address your questions.

Christina Foster, SPHRvice President, Certification and diversity ISM

Sunday May 6, 2007 3:45 – 5:15 pm

session aaMaximizing Your investment for all types of human Capitallearn how to use the global human capital mix, tools, meth-odologies and best practices to guide your organization to capture a competitive edge. Human capital aspects such as enterprise visibility, global workforce, costs and risk mitiga-tion are the driving forces for controlling human capital return on investment.

Dan HanyzewskiStaffing director of Global Functions Nike, Inc.

session aBViva Lean Vegas! applying Quality to determine supply Management’s ValueInnovation is the buzzword in nearly every company today. But how do you get the process off the ground? learn how one company leveraged an innovation toolkit to design the sourcing tools of tomorrow. discover a method to measure your innovation pipeline.

Sponsored by the Materials Management Group

Kevin J. Williams, C.P.M.director — Technology Solutions American Express Corporate Services

session aCachieving the next Level of strategic supply ManagementMost progressive supply management organizations have undertaken strategic supply management (SSM) efforts to improve their procurement programs. Explore a methodology for measuring the current state of SSM, establishing a plan for increasing the effectiveness of an organization’s SSM process and moving to the next level.

Ernest G. Gabbard, J.D., C.P.M.director, Corporate Strategic Sourcing Allegheny Technologies Incorporated

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session adMarket intelligence as a Critical supply Management toollearn the core elements to building a successful supply market intelligence network and how to use its value throughout the organization. This session addresses the challenges and benefits of creating and using market intelli-gence for supply management success.

Tony MilikinSenior vice President, Global Supply Chain MeadWestvaco Corporation Member, ISM Board of directors

Daniel P. McNallySenior director, raw Materials and Energy Sourcing MeadWestvaco Corporation

Vel Dhinagaravel, MSCEO Beroe, Inc.

session aenavigating the rough seas of intercultural negotiationGlobal supply sourcing keeps business competitive, necessi-tating high levels of intercultural negotiation competence. In this practical, engaging and participatory workshop, learn a model for understanding the effect of culture on the negotia-tion process. discover skills to more effectively negotiate with your international suppliers.

Maggie FischerManager, Business Process development for Worldwide Procurement & logistics Texas Instruments Inc.

Dianne Hofner Saphiere, MSPresident and Intercultural Consultant Nipporica Associates

session aFsupplier diversity: impacting the Bottomline!discover how supplier rationalization and other challenges impact minority suppliers. learn what you can do to have a strong supplier diversity program, especially when faced with challenges of organizational change, pressures to increase supplier performance, and/or to improve the bot-tomline. Gain insight from a multiple award-winning organiza-tion on how you can manage your minority suppliers and how helping them can help you!

Robert M. McCormes-Ballou, C.P.M., A.P.P.director, vendor development and diversity Office depot

session agCommodity price increases and supply strategiesHear from a panel of seasoned supply practitioners from a variety of industries. learn how these professionals have successfully worked with the various commodities that affect their businesses. discover a variety of strategies you can deploy to mitigate price increases.

Moderator:

Shelley Stewart Jr.Senior vice President, Operational Excellence & Chief Procurement Officer Tyco International (uS) Inc. Member, ISM Board of directors

Panelists:

Craig Reed, C.P.M., A.P.P. vice President, Sourcing MeadWestvaco Corporation

Russ DavisSenior director, Corporate Sourcing Tyco International (uS) Inc.

Richard F. CarrGlobal director, Procurement Center of Excellence Alcoa, Inc.

session ahobsolescence, surplus, product Changes: how to recover investment ValueProvides insights on how to manage surplus or obsolete equipment and material to your advantage. Hear examples of how one organization manages surplus product to mediate losses and to possibly gain advantages.

Nick Lazarou, MBA, MPHSenior vice President, Supply Chain Management Creativity Inc.

session aisourcing the Meeting planning spendlook for a presentation and Q&A on sourcing support for a diverse meeting planning spend. Explore the critical parame-ters to consider when developing sourcing strategies and solutions as well as some case examples of strategies and solutions currently being employed at Pfizer Inc.

Thomas DonatelliSenior director – Global Sourcing Pfizer Inc


session aJenergy purchasing techniques that reduce CostsOpportunities to lower energy costs are often hidden within the utility bills your organization pays each month. But in order to take advantage of these opportunities, you have to know what you’re buying, how you’re being billed and what alternatives might be available. discover critical information regarding energy purchase decisions that can reduce costs. The focus is on electricity but many of the concepts apply to other utility types.

John Studebaker, Ph.D.President Studebaker Energy Consulting, llC

session akrelationship Management and Collaborative Value Creation your organization is adept at applying strategic sourcing to yield savings across its external spend base. One result is usually a reduced number of preferred suppliers. The chal-lenge is now more about sustaining value creation through a structured, collaborative-based approach supported by a robust operating model. This must include new management processes, decision support tools, metrics, governance, people skills and organizational models. The power of this capability positions supply to extend its influence beyond suppliers to address all external relationships — suppliers, research and investment partners, and sales channels.

John D. Blascovichvice President A.T. Kearney, Inc. Member, ISM Board of directors

Mike Halesvice President A.T. Kearney, Inc.

MondayMay7,2007Workshop Session PM1 9:00 am – 11:45 am Project Management

Workshop Sessions b 9:00 am – 10:20 am

Workshop Sessions C 10:40 am – 11:40 am

Keynote Address/luncheon 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Stanley bing business Pundit Fortune Columnist

dessert Served in Exhibit Hall 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Workshop Sessions d 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Workshop Session PM2 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm Project Management

Workshop Sessions E 3:50 pm – 4:50 pm


Monday May 7, 2007 9:00 – 11:45 am

session pM1Seating is limited.

extended session

an overview of project Management for the supply professional A conceptual overview of project management with a focus on understanding the project management environment, the advantages of using a project management methodology, the characteristics of a project and the role of the project manager and project teams. The discussion includes an introduction to the Project Management Institute’s (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) areas.


Monday May 7, 2007 9:00 – 10:20 am

session BaMaking suppliers greater strategic stakeholders Within purchasing organizationsAs essential external resources, the supply base makes pivotal contributions to success and financial performance. Hence, it is critical to involve key suppliers in strategic decisionmaking and operational processes. discover a broad range of cutting-edge approaches to integrating and leveraging supplier know-how. Take away valuable success stories.

Sponsored by the ISM Services Group

Peter E. O’Reilly, DPS, C.P.M., A.P.P.Chair, ISM Services Group

Eb Scheuing, Ph.D., C.P.M, A.P.P.ISM Purchasing Professor Emeritus St. John’s university

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session BBthe Customer of Choice imperative: ensuring supply availability, productivity gains and supplier innovationlearn how to build and maintain “customer of choice” status with critical suppliers — without compromising on price or relying on large-volume orders. This workshop demonstrates practical tools based on approaches from world-class com-panies. Additionally, explore findings from in-depth research with senior sales executives.

Robyn M. WebbySenior director Corporate Executive Board

session BCMeasure twice, Cut once: Construct the optimal supplier relationship programdiscover how to successfully build and implement an effec-tive supplier relationship management program. learn how a simple process coupled with change management tools can yield time, cost and quality improvements using collaboration and innovation as primary objectives. The six-step process is easy to follow and practical to implement.

Beth A. Meloy, MBAPresident BOrASANA, Inc.

session BdCreating a purchased price index as a key performance indicator When cost reductions are difficult to obtain and prices are going up, how can you show that supply management is still doing a great job? developing and maintaining a purchased price index and comparing it to external indexes is an essen-tial key performance indicator to demonstrate value added.

Sponsored by the ISM Materials Management Group

Robi H. Bendorf, C.P.M.President Bendorf & Associates

session BeFinding and equipping superior supply staff talentFinding and keeping talented staff members is a significant challenge for supply management organizations. Attend this workshop and gain tools to assist CPOs, directors, managers and human resource leaders in attracting and developing superior talent.


Robert Dunn, MBAPrincipal Strategic Procurement Solutions, llC

Mark J. Trowbridge, C.P.M.Principal Strategic Procurement Solutions, llC

session BFthe hub Factor: the art of influence through powerful networking skillsMore than three-quarters of Americans are uncomfortable with networking. yet the most successful people spend about 85 percent of their time building and maintaining rela-tionships. The Hub Factor is about the art of influence, and how you build loyal and responsive networks. In this highly entertaining and interactive session, learn a different model for networking skills which could make the difference between a highly successful career and an average one. As a result of this session, you will not only meet more people at the ISM Conference, you may well transform your career!

Julia HubbelPresident The Hub Factor

session Bgnegotiating With single and sole source suppliersFew negotiations are more difficult than those with single and sole source suppliers. With seemingly little negotiating leverage, even minor concessions from the supplier seem grueling to obtain. This workshop details multiple leveraging concepts being used successfully by companies worldwide in single and sole source negotiations.

Robert M. BenedictPresident Benedict Negotiating Seminars

session BhBuying under the influencedo you know how easy it is to be influenced, particularly in buyer-seller relationships? learn six methods of influencing human behavior that operate in all societies and impact the dynamics of interpersonal relationships, especially those of the buyer-seller. using video clips and other media, this workshop demonstrates the use of these methods.

Laura M. Birou, Ph.D.Senior Consultant Adr North America, llC

session BiContracting for servicesContemporary supply managers are being challenged to prepare and manage complex services contracts in an increasingly complex business environment. This presentation reviews the critical aspects of contracting for services and provides practical checklists to ensure the contract is comprehensive. The workshop includes the critical aspects of outsourcing contracts.

Ernest G. Gabbard, J.D., C.P.M.director, Corporate Strategic Sourcing Allegheny Technologies Incorporated

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session BJFueling performance through alignment, Contribution and unstoppable MomentumThis interactive program focuses on getting the right people with the right talents and attitudes into the right roles and focused on high payoff activities. Emphasis is on training for skills, coaching for performance and building teams with clear contribution paths for unstoppable momentum. If you’ve ever been frustrated with the direction of an organization or struggled to find a way to contribute, you’ll understand how critical clear contribution paths are!

Susan FranzenExecutive Coach lifeu, Inc.

session BkManaging risk in supply agreementsrisk allocation provisions are among the most complex and difficult to negotiate in any agreement. This workshop pre-pares supply managers to identify and assess potential risks and to negotiate and draft risk allocation provisions in a variety of supply agreements. The workshop also covers contract tools for mitigating risk.

Martin J. Carrara, J.D., C.P.M.Corporate Counsel Pfizer Inc

session BLLogistics and transportation Megatrends and strategies for supply ManagersGain both a managerial and strategic view of transportation and logistics. This workshop provides insights into current and evolving trends in transportation and especially some key “heads up” global supply chains and information linkages to help you identify, chart and manage your organization’s goods and service flows for optimal sourcing and performance.

Joseph L. Cavinato, Ph.D., C.P.M.ISM Professor of Supply Management at Thunderbird, The Garvin School of International Management, and director, A.T. Kearney Center for Strategic Supply leadership at ISM

Randolph Strangvice President, Global Consulting Services uPS Supply Chain Solutions

session BMhow Lawyers Can add Value to the Value Chaindifferent kinds of supply chains require different types of contracts, but transactional attorneys may only know older business models and standard contract terms. drafting effec-tive contracts for new models may require throwing away old forms and finding new ways to manage risk, allocate rights, revenues and responsibilities, and provide remedies.

Jane K. WinnProfessor university of Washington School of law

Christina KunzProfessor William Mitchell College of law

Monday May 7, 2007 10:40 – 11:40 am

session CaCalculating the impact of increased Leadtimes of Foreign purchasesWhen companies source goods offshore, internal inventories tend to increase at an alarming rate. discover the root cause of costs of leadtime increases. The session includes a case study so you can apply the theory to a practical case.

Sponsored by the ISM Northeast Supply Management Group

Michael Harding, C.P.M., CPIMPresident Harding & Associates

session CBCapturing innovation From suppliersThis workshop describes the maturing levels of supply man-agement organizations, culminating in a high-level capability to access supplier innovation. It provides supply managers with a set of six essential elements necessary to success-fully tap innovative ideas in the supply base.

Robert Porter Lynch, MSCEO The Warren Company

Steve C. Rogers, MSSenior Consultant The Cincinnati Consulting Consortium

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session CCeconomic price adjustment Clauses to reduce supplier price ContingenciesEconomic price adjustment clauses remove price contingen-cies put into the final price by suppliers. The intent is to pro-tect the supplier from volatile economic conditions that impact the cost drivers beyond the supplier’s control. learning how to remove the price padding is usually a better solution for both the supplier and the supply professional.


Robi H. Bendorf, C.P.M.President Bendorf & Associates

session Cdnetworking Within the organization: please show Me the WayIt’s imperative to bring more than technical competence to your position. The ability to meet and form alliances quickly is not often taught in business programs. Many supply pro-fessionals are at a loss on how to reach out to coworkers. Having connections within the organization as well as being known are two ways to break down barriers and build collab-orative relationships.


Marilyn Gettinger, MBA, C.P.M.Owner/President New directions Consulting Group

session CeWake up Your supplier diversity programdoes your supplier diversity program realize great results? Are you starting a new program and want some helpful hints? does your program take a lot of effort to realize even limited results? In this how-to workshop, gain examples and proven steps to a successful supplier diversity program.

Sponsored by the ISM Minority & Women’s Business Development Group

Clark Terrill, C.P.M.Purchasing Consultant The Advantage Company

session CFpurchasing services in the public sectorPurchasing services is one of the most demanding yet least understood aspects of public sector procurement. From the services of specialized physicians to janitors and everything in between, public entities are purchasing more services from the private sector. Surprisingly enough, this aspect of procurement contains just a few critical elements. Correctly applied, these critical elements ensure that the public entity receives the services that it requires, at the quality level desired and for a price that it can afford.

John L. Balentine, C.P.M., A.P.P., CPPPurchasing and Contracts Administrator Washoe County Purchasing department

session CgWorld-Class seems to Be the goal, so how do You know When You’ve arrived? All (or at least most) supply management organizations desire to become world-class, but when asked how they’ll know when they’ve arrived and how they plan to get there, the answers are hard to come by. Explore insights and case studies drawn from the Hackett Group’s proprietary method-ology and empirical knowledge base which not only deter-mines world-class performers, but also the statistically correlated best practices that enable these organizations to perform better than their peers.

Chris SawchukProcurement Practice leader and Senior Business Advisor The Hackett Group

session Chsupply Chain skills assessment and development: Building the dream teamAll of us are challenged to do more with less but still provide world-class results. The key to success starts with the right mixture of team experiences and skills. This workshop details how to assess and optimize procurement organizational skills and capabilities that are required to achieve maximum effectiveness.

Michael G. Pattondirector, Supply Chain Johnson Controls, Inc.

Mark F. TrigubaManager, Strategic Sourcing Johnson Controls, Inc.

session Cihigh performance supplier relationship strategiesFirms have been achieving significant supply performance results through a combination of strategic sourcing, volume aggregation, low-cost economy sourcing and e-auction strat-egies. However, firms are now also recognizing the impor-tance of deep relationships with important suppliers to gain additional value. To provide insights into how these deep supplier relationships are formed and implemented, research was conducted with a number of leading worldwide firms. This presentation focuses on the supplier relationship strate-gies, practices and behaviors being used to achieve addi-tional high performance results. The discussion includes key enablers and critical implementation issues.

Sponsored by CAPS Research

Robert M. Monczka, Ph.D. distinguished research Professor, Supply Chain Management W.P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State university, and director, Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain Strategy research CAPS research

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Thomas Y. Choi, Ph.D.Professor of Supply Chain Management John G. and Barbara A. Bebbling Professor in Business, doctoral Program Coordinator, Faculty director of Global SCM Certificate Program W.P. Carey School of Business Arizona State university

session CJimproving spare parts Forecasting and inventory planning With a Focus on MroExplore the important role that accurate demand forecasting and inventory optimization can play in improving MrO opera-tions. Also, discover how new forecasting and planning methods help ensure spare parts inventories that are prop-erly balanced to reduce costs and minimize asset downtime for maintenance and repair activities.

Charles N. SmartPresident Smart Software, Inc.

session Ck21 or over? Measuring Your social responsibility Maturityutilizing a simple las vegas game simulation and a Six Sigma process framework, this interactive session examines the social responsibility maturity matrix and how it can be used as a measurement tool in managing an organization’s social responsibility efforts.

Sponsored by the ISM Committee on Social Responsibility

Gerry P. Bundle, MSM, C.P.M.Technology Solutions Manager American Express

session CLskills development for remote teamsyou’re opening international purchasing offices around the world. But how do you ensure that the skills required for the roles are what you get when you hire in a competitive job market? learn how some companies have been successful in developing skills of procurement teams in Mexico and China using a standard knowledge building approach.

Bonnie Keith, MBAPresident and Founder The Forefront Group

Monday May 7, 2007 2:30 – 5:00 pm

session pM2Seating is limited.

extended session

applications in project Management for the supply professionalAn in-depth discussion of the essential elements of project management used in project planning, executing and control. A discussion of the project cycle, work breakdown structures (WBS), project schedules, risk management and earned value management is presented.


Monday May 7, 2007 2:30 – 3:30 pm

session dainformation sharing: at the heart of sCM!Information sharing is critical for effective supply chain man-agement. Electronic media, systems and buyer/supplier rela-tionships facilitate information-sharing. In turn, information sharing nudges relationships even closer, yielding improved performance. In this session, presenters interact with partic-ipants, share information and discuss recent research results on supply chain information sharing.

Jack D. Kulchitsky, Ph.D.Professor university of Calgary

Paul D. Larson, Ph.D.Professor and department Head, Supply Chain Management university of Manitoba

session dBdeveloping suppliers in a Lean environment: supplier Competency Model What does it take for suppliers to integrate into your lean environment? reach your suppliers with collaborative expec-tations. discover how to work collaboratively to define waste elimination goals and define supplier competencies using an assessment tool. rate your suppliers’ integration into your organizational goals. determine next steps for improving your lean supply chain.


Sandra L. Barkman, C.P.M.Senior Procurement Agent university of Michigan

Bryon S. Marks, MBAdivisional Supply Chain Manager Eaton Corporation

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session dCBe sMart about raw Material risk ManagementA major supply chain risk is a disruption in the flow of raw materials. raw material inventory is not only an expensive buffer against those risks but provides a false sense of secu-rity. Fortunately there is a smarter way to mitigate against raw material risks. discover a proven methodology that takes the guesswork out of raw material risks and helps organizations define effective mitigation strategies.

Dirk de Waart, C.P.M.Principal PrTM

session ddactivism and public relations Basics for supply ManagementGain basic insights and awareness of potential repercussions and supply base disruptions that can be encountered when interacting with social activist, special interest and media groups upset at supplier business practices. Several effective strategies of how to deal with activists will be presented.


James L. Patterson, Ph.D., C.P.M., A.P.P.director and Associate Professor of Management Western Illinois university – Quad Cities

session deBuilding global supply Chains: a Value-stream approachThis workshop provides a best-practice approach for devel-oping and maintaining a global supply chain model and a pro-cess map to provide a development framework. Communication and information systems are integrated as enablers of supply chain creation.

Thomas A. Crimi, C.P.M.learning and development Coordinator Chevron International Exploration and Production

Ralph G. Kauffman, Ph.D., C.P.M.Associate Professor Emeritus university of Houston – downtown

session dFdrafting/negotiating a dispute resolution Clause With Customers/suppliersdiscover the significant factors to consider in drafting/nego-tiating a viable dispute resolution clause to assist in ensuring on-time delivery of goods/services. This workshop highlights the current practices of domestic and international compa-nies in addressing dispute resolution clauses, including a multi-step approach — from negotiation to mediation through arbitration.

Sponsored by the ISM Federal Acquisition and Subcontract Management Group

Charles E. Rumbaugh, J.D., CPCMOwner rumbaugh Adr Offices

session dgsuccessful negotiating: Mars versus Venus styleSupply management professionals comfortable with their role as a negotiator and possessing strong negotiating skills have a major advantage in today’s marketplace. Men (Mars) and women (venus) both approach negotiating quite differ-ently. This session uses real-life negotiation examples illus-trating Mars versus venus negotiating. Additionally, this session reveals many of the most common negotiating mis-takes that women and men make. learn how to distinguish between the gender differences in negotiating styles. The focus is on how to apply the necessary skills to achieve success.

Lorrie K. Mitchell, C.P.M., A.P.P.Partner Mitchell Enterprises

session dhFinding the “gotchas” in equipment Leasing Before they Find YouWhy is it that equipment leases often end up costing more than you expected — sometimes a whole lot more? did you know that 99 percent of all leases contain “gotchas”? Supply professionals responsible for leasing company selection and negotiating the best terms sometimes feel like they don’t speak “leasing.” Attend this session to help avoid pitfalls in leasing.

Mary A. RedmondPresident Independent lease review, Inc.

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session diintellectual property rights and ownership issues This workshop provides supply professionals an overview of intellectual property (IP) rights and ownership issues to watch out for in the procurement of goods and services. Some of the issues involve proprietary or customer-specified software, business methods, or components. Contract lan-guage provided for handling common IP rights and ownership issues.

J. Douglas Wells, J.D., MS, MBAPatent Attorney Chernoff, vilhauer, McClung & Stenzel, llP

session dJeverything i ever really needed to know about procurement i Learned From a used Car salesmandiscover five factors that provide the basis for a successful supplier relationship, including the tools for identifying value received in a purchase decision and the fundamentals for ensuring success in negotiations. All tools illustrated from the viewpoint of someone from the supplier side of the relationship.

Michael D. Kinder, C.P.M.President day One Enterprises, Inc.

session dkhow to answer the isM Call for presentationsAre you and your organization at the forefront of new trends in supply management? Have you implemented a best prac-tice? If you’d like to share your knowledge and experience, attend this workshop and learn details of how to submit a presentation proposal. Find out how the process works, what reviewers consider when evaluating proposals, notification schedules and the benefits gained as a presenter. Members of the Permanent Conference Committee (PCC) are on hand to answer your questions.


Craig Johnson, C.P.M., A.P.P.President and Chief Operating Officer Musician’s Friend, Inc., Chair, ISM Permanent Conference Committee

Monday May 7, 2007 3:50 – 4:50 pm

session eaunderstanding Buyer-supplier ConflictThe interdependencies that occur between buyers and sup-pliers invariably lead to conflict. How that conflict is managed often determines the future success of the relationship. understanding the nature of conflict and its effects within the supply management process is a critical skill set in today’s supply management environment.

David Alewine, C.P.M., A.P.P., CPIMSenior Manager, Contracts and Supply Chain Management Fluor Corporation

session eBthe only game in town: purchasing single/sole source goods effectivelyNo matter how hard we try and plead with our internal cus-tomers, supply management professionals must deal with some single/sole source procurement. How this aspect of the task is approached has a great deal to do with our suc-cess in controlling and maintaining positive results. This ses-sion covers some helpful ways to keep such procurement under control.


Elaine N. Whittington, C.P.M., A.P.P., CPCMEducator G & E Enterprises

session eCshould supplier evaluations Be a strategic global supply Management process?Explore supplier evaluation models and discover process improvement programs that weld supply chains into a cohe-sive, competitive and cost-effective system to maximize total value. Gain how-to problem solving tools, models and sys-tems that can be used to eliminate problems and result in a zero-defect culture.


John C. Chang, MS, PESupplier Quality Staff Engineer delphi Corporation

Jill RodeghierSupplier Support Engineering Manager delphi Corporation

Robert A. Kemp, Ph.D., C.P.M.President Kemp Enterprises

Jonathan R. StegnerGeneral director, Global Supply Management delphi Corporation

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session edsupply risk Management: assuring supply While Controlling CostSupply disruptions consume much more than hard-won cost reductions — they threaten quarterly earnings, customer loyalty and even a company’s overall brand in the market. Today’s lean and highly outsourced supply chains leave pro-curement teams with little visibility to anticipate and react to risk. learn about the safeguards that leading organizations are putting in place — from establishing a dashboard of vul-nerability and criticality, to continuous supplier monitoring, to assessments and interventions — even as the outsourcing trend continues.

James Lawtonvice President of Marketing Open ratings

session eeCatastrophic disasters and the supply Chain: planning and respondingExamine legal concepts related to disasters and catastro-phes, including force majeure, impossibility and impractica-bility. Each day, a disaster takes place somewhere in the world — changing prices and performance, so understanding these concepts is critical to managing a supply management department.

Jeffrey J. Mayer, J.D., LL.M.Partner Freeborn and Peters, llP

John Shapiro, J.D.Partner Freeborn and Peters, llP

session eFCombating the Logistics perfect stormlogistical capacity is becoming difficult. Our infrastructure is deteriorating. logistical costs are skyrocketing, due in part to fuel prices. Outsourcing is increasing the emphasis on managing global supply chains. This session directs attention to the extent of the logistical situation domestically and glob-ally. Explore methods to improve logistics performance and reduce logistics risks.

Sponsored by the ISM Indirect-MRO Group

Lee A. Buddress, Ph.D., C.P.M.robert G. Gleason Professor of Supply and logistics Portland State university

Michael E. Smith, Ph.D., CQEMBA Program director and Associate Professor of Management and International Business Western Carolina university

session eg

Foundations of the strategic sourcing processIncludes an overview of seven steps in a strategic sourcing process with an emphasis on profiling the supply stream, selecting a sourcing strategy and generating the supplier portfolio. discover an understanding of synergies, methods and resources that will empower the supply manager to suc-cessfully navigate the first three sourcing steps.

Billy A. Horne, C.P.M.Corporate Sourcing Manager BellSouth Corporation

session ehinformation overload: too Much of a good thing?Information overload is simply receiving too much informa-tion. The notion that more information means higher perfor-mance operates only up to a point. Beyond this point, people become overloaded, and more information makes perfor-mance deteriorate. Participants complete an exercise and presenters discuss information overload causes, symptoms and countermeasures.

Jack D. Kulchitsky, Ph.D. Professor university of Calgary

Paul D. Larson, Ph.D.Professor and department Head, Supply Chain Management university of Manitoba

session eiLeading practices in setting up, developing and Maintaining a supplier information File (siF)Ascertain why and for how long supplier records need to be retained so as to be legally sound. Also includes a discussion on what particular records should be brought together onsite. Includes a detailed description on how to create a fluid Supplier Information File (SIF).

Anthony S. Lo Cigno, C.P.M., A.P.P., CBMProcurement Subject Matter Expert, Supply Chain development department Crocs, Inc.

Joseph M. ValentiBuilding and Support Services Manager ESl Federal Credit union

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session eJten Fundamental strategies and Best practices for supply Chain organizationsCompany leaders are now actively recognizing the impor-tance of their supply chains. Many have begun taking steps towards implementing methods and processes in order to be considered world-class. discover ten fundamental strategies and best practices that guide supply chain organizations to achieve or be identified as world-class.

Sponsored by the ISM Southwest Supply Chain Forum

Robert J. Engel, C.P.M.National director of Client Services resources Global Professionals

session ekethical Behavior: Boundaries of influenceHow aware are you of what influences the decisions you make? Participate in this two-way dialogue as you build an awareness of influence — both positive and negative — across the spectrum of all that you do. The presentation includes examples of ways to manage influence in terms of ethical behavior. Areas of discussion include what is influ-ence, sources of influence, examples of how people are influ-enced and how to manage influence.

Sponsored by the ISM Ethical Standards Committee

Judith BaranowskiCorporate vice President Quality and Supplier Performance Management Motorola, Inc. Member, ISM Ethical Standards Committee

Leah Kalin, C.P.M., CPIMdirector, Supply Chain BrEG, Inc. Member, ISM Ethical Standards Committee

Carla Lallatin, C.P.M.President lallatin & Associates Chair, ISM Ethical Standards Committee

Steve Smiley, C.P.M.vice President, Strategic Supply White Cap Construction Supply Member, ISM Ethical Standards Committee

Gwendolyn TurnerManager, Global Sourcing Pfizer Inc Member, ISM Ethical Standards Committee

TuesdayMay8,2007breakfast/business Survey 7:45 am – 10:00 am

Economic outlook Presentation

Workshop Session bC1 9:00 am – 11:45 am Business Continuity

Workshop Sessions F 10:20 am – 11:20 am

Keynote Address/luncheon 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Paul A. laudicina Managing officer and Chairman of the board A.T. Kearney

dessert Served in Exhibit Hall 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Workshop Session bC2 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm Business Continuity

Workshop Sessions g 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Workshop Sessions H 3:50 pm – 4:50 pm

J. Shipman Award and Volunteer 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Appreciation banquet

Tuesday May 8, 2007 9:00 – 11:45 am

session BC1Seating is limited.

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supply Chain Business Continuity: preparing to survive the next disasterAn uninterrupted supply chain, extremely important in day-to-day business operations, becomes even more critical fol-lowing a disaster. The absence of needed supplies, equipment and services can delay the restoration of business opera-tions, a resulting loss of revenue, and a possible loss of cus-tomers and clients. This workshop covers the currently accepted best practices for developing a comprehensive business continuity program. An assessment will be con-ducted to help you better understand your organization’s cur-rent level of disaster preparedness. A step-by-step process for developing a business continuity program will be pre-sented that can be used to create a new initiative, evaluate an existing program, or better understand where your busi-ness unit fits in the big picture of the organization’s business continuity program.


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Tuesday May 8, 2007 10:20 – 11:20 am

session Faupdate on international purchasing/ContractingOverview of recent developments in international purchase/sale of goods with a focus on the Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) — and results of two recent studies — benchmarking on the use/non-use of particular contractual terms and conditions in international commerce and the use of arbitration.


Charles E. Rumbaugh, J.D., CPCMOwner rumbaugh Adr Offices

session FBthe human Factors in Managing China’s supply ChainGain a Chinese perspective about the human factors that affect management of China’s supply chain, from current socioeconomic situations that affect the Chinese mind-set, to the specific issues related to employees, suppliers, cus-tomers and government officials. Get some intelligence on establishing and dealing with China’s supply chain and how to avoid some of the pitfalls. Comparisons will be made between American business culture and practice with China today.

Lian He (Kevin) Hou, C.P.M.Head of Global Sourcing China Nokia (China) Investment Co., ltd

Tony WaiCEO SCMC ltd.

session FCtheory Z of supplier relationship Management: the Final answer?Just as Theory Z shattered long held views about managing people, this session challenges the faulty assumptions that drive SrM leading to significant value loss. learn how to achieve dramatic breakthrough results in supplier relation-ships that will far exceed the value called for by the contract.

Randall S. EllisChief Information Officer and Chief Procurement Officer FMC Technologies, Inc.

Dalip RahejaPresident and CEO The Mpower Group

session Fda Framework for Management of supply Chain disruptionsdiscover how to apply supply chain management theory to mitigate the consequences of sudden and unplanned supply disruptions. Illustrations include how operational and theo-retical aspects of supply chains can come together with available technology to organize relief strategies and prevent long-lasting consequences.

Ralph G. Kauffman, Ph.D., C.P.M. Associate Professor Emeritus university of Houston-downtown

Gary L. Stading, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management university of Houston-downtown

session Fee-optimizing Your strategic sourcing processThe workshop raises awareness of the power of sourcing optimi-zation software. Optimization has been traditionally applied to transportation. As supply professionals assume a more strategic role and buys become more complex through multiple business unit sourcing, consolidation and outsourcing, optimization allows for more sophisticated analysis of these strategic buys.

Phillip L. Carter, DBAHarold E. Fearon Chair of Purchasing Management, Arizona State university and Executive director, CAPS research

Larry C. Giunipero, Ph.D., C.P.M.Professor of Supply Chain Management Florida State university

session FFWorld-Class negotiations Management: Best practices, tools and Future directionsElevate your negotiations management practices to world-class standards. discover specific concepts, tools and processes that can make a real difference in negotiations strategy development and execution. Specific examples of what to do, and not to do, are illustrated with a series of videotaped vignettes.

Robert A. RudzkiPresident Greybeard Advisors llC

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session FgBuilding and Managing relationships: a Core Competency for supply ManagersBusiness today is being conducted person-to-person, which makes building and managing relationships a key skill that supply managers should possess. Consultant, coworker, facilitator, negotiator and purchaser are only a few of the roles filled by today’s sourcing and supply professionals. discover how and why building and managing relationships will help increase your efficiency and effectiveness.

James T. Phillips, C.P.M., A.P.P.Purchasing Coordinator utah department of Transportation

session Fhethics: establishing the imaginary Line Before You Cross itThis interactive workshop presents the ISM Principles and Standards of Ethical Supply Management Conduct through the use of fictitious scenarios and sometimes humorous examples. learn to apply these principles and standards of conduct with real-life situations you may see and experience on a regular basis.

Richard H. SkonierCorporate Purchasing Manager New Enterprise Stone & lime Co., Inc.

session FiContracting for services: review of the Contracting processContracting for services differs from the typical purchasing contract for materials. The sourcing process is different and has a different set of challenges. Illustrates the basics of contracting for services, including what you need to receive from your end users and suppliers prior to formalizing a con-tract. Some of the important elements include the detailed scope of work (SOW), the contract terms and conditions and the process for finding a supplier.

Jim Haining, C.P.M., A.P.P.President JdH Management, Executive director, NAPM-Kansas City, Inc. Executive director, Nevada Association of Purchasing and Supply Management

James Kiser, C.P.M. vice President of Operations Adr North America, llC

session FJhow to Win organizational support for supply Management Best practicesStarting from where you are now, learn how to reap big divi-dends from a relatively small effort by applying best in class practices. These practices often yield results as high as 10:1. Two distinguished J. Shipman Gold Medalists share the les-sons of two lifetimes.


Ken H. Killen, Ed.D., C.P.M.Professor Cuyahoga Community College

R. David Nelson, C.P.M.Chief Strategy and Business development Officer HTC Global Services

session Fkimproving inventory performance and Bottomline profitsdiscover a simple logic and technique for measuring inven-tory performance and managing inventory dollars. learn how to identify and prioritize your inventory improvement opportunities with information from your current system. Glean successful strategies for reducing excess inventories and hear case study results from several companies.

Gary L. Gossard, PEPresident IQr International

Tuesday May 8, 2007 2:30 – 5:00 pm

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Business Continuity training and testing: narrowing the gapsA business continuity plan sets on a shelf in your office. Now what? This workshop provides guidelines for taking your business continuity plan from sheets of paper in a binder to being a guide that will take your organization through a pro-cess to fully restore operations following any disaster. Some of the important topics include making a plan user friendly, checking to be certain all required elements are included, training people and testing plans. The session includes a tabletop exercise scenario and concludes with a review of the overall business continuity planning cycle.


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session gareduce risk, improve performance through enhanced supplier relationshipsThe quality of supplier relationships becomes paramount as supply managers position their companies to manage risk, become more responsive to customer requirements and implement new technology that optimizes performance. This session does a deep dive into best practices in supplier rela-tionship management as a business process and technology.


Steve C. Rogers, MS Douglas A. SmockSenior Consultant Editorial director Cincinnati Consulting GlobalCPO.com Consortium

Robert A. RudzkiPresident Greybeard Advisors llC

session gBpurchasing economics Forecasting: planning to stay on topToday we are experiencing the impact of a rapidly expanding global market as well as environmental issues that are impacting most supply chains both directly and indirectly. Provides a review of the key inputs, components, benefits and the structure of a purchasing economics function that provides solutions and strategies to ensure economic viability.

Michael G. Pattondirector, Supply Chain Management Johnson Controls, Inc.

session gCglobal sourcing: the race to Future Competitive advantageThis presentation demonstrates how successful global com-panies create strategic competitive advantage through their global supply chains. discussions show how supply manage-ment initiatives have resulted in distinctly lower cost, increased levels of service, improved quality along with agility, adaptability and rapid response to new needs, and increased competitive advantage.

Sponsored by ISM Materials Management Group

Gregg H. Malicki R. David Nelson, C.P.M.Executive vice President Chief Strategy and Woods Equipment Company Business development Officer HTC Global Services

Robert A. Kemp, Ph.D., C.P.M.President, Kemp Enterprises

session gdstrategic sourcing in retail: how to survive and succeed In the highly competitive retail industry, where margins are driven by consumer spending, retailers are increasingly pres-sured to control and reduce operating expenses. In the last three years, the longs’ sourcing team has touched virtually every indirect spend category, from basics like store sup-plies to high dollar complex construction categories, resulting in profit improvement for longs and their shareholders.

Alice Bacigalupi Angeline EdsingerSourcing Analyst director, longs drug Stores Corporate Purchasing California, Inc. longs drug Stores California, Inc.

session genegotiations: advanced techniques for sole/single source situationsSole and single source negotiations present unique chal-lenges to all supply management professionals. learn cre-ative strategies and techniques to achieve better negotiating results.


Robert Dunn, MBA Mark J. Trowbridge, Principal C.P.M.Strategic Procurement Principal Solutions, llC Strategic Procurement Solutions, llC

session gFQuestions: a universal tool for supply Managersdiscover how questions are a universal tool in every functional area of your work. This interactive session includes an easy 12-step method for composing effective questions, teaches how to use four basic question types to gather information and illustrates why lieutenant Columbo was so successful.

James T. Phillips, C.P.M., A.P.P.Purchasing Coordinator utah department of Transportation

session ggBest practices in Contract ManagementContract management is becoming a core competency crit-ical to an organization’s competitive advantage. This program provides an overview of some contract management best practices. The presentation concludes with a brief summary of the importance of established and mature organizational contract management processes and the implications on today’s supply management organizations and supply managers.


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Workshops


Tuesday May 8, 2007 3:50 – 4:50 pm

session haimproving supplier relationships in a Weak top Management Commitment environmentlack of top management commitment is often cited as the reason for supplier partnership failure. Assuming you’ll be faced with this problem at times, discover approaches for gaining commitment and for making progress in the absence of top management commitment.

Kimball E. Bullington, Ph.D., PEAssociate Professor Middle Tennessee State university

session hBCan Lean processes and global operations generate Benefits for Companies?using two practitioners’ experiences and other knowledge, this workshop provides specific knowledge and supply man-agement tools to build more effective lean supply chain oper-ations globally to source from any market. discussions include problem identification, problem-solving, lean prac-tices, mapping and the incredible benefits, short- and long-term, available to everyone.

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Robert A. Kemp, Doug Paris, C.P.M. Ph.D., C.P.M. Senior BuyerPresident Hach Company Kemp Enterprises

Susan K. Modeland, C.P.M., CPIMSupplier Support Manager Goodrich Turbine Fuel Technologies

session hCCreating Corporate advantage through purchasinglearn how Chief Purchasing Officers (CPOs) may effectively capture purchasing synergies by tailoring their coordination and governance structures on the maturity of the purchasing function and the level of corporate coherence. Gain tools to assess your individual situation and discuss the findings.

Frank Rozemeijer Arjan Van WeeleAssistant Professor Professor, Purchasing rSM Erasmus university, Management The Netherlands Einhoven university of Technology, Faculty Technology Management, The Netherlands

session hdunderstanding and using Leverage in procurement todayThis session is designed to give sourcing professionals and managers practical insight into the challenges of using leverage in today’s environment. discover effective methods to develop and maintain leverage by exploring both the buyer and supplier side of the negotiation.

Jon Maxim John TodescoPresident Contracts Manager Maxelerate Zurich North America

session hetalent Management in sourcingTalent management is becoming more and more critical as sourcing professionals are in high demand. Talent manage-ment in sourcing can be split into three broad areas: recruit-ment, people development and retention of the talent. Gain insights into how AMd deals with these challenges and dis-cover some good practices around recruitment, development and retention.

Marika A. Lindstrom, Ph.D., MSc, MBAdirector, Global Business Services Global Supply Management AMd

session hFplay Your Cards right: Build the right network and Mentoring relationshipsOne key to long-term success is building a network that is resourceful and reliable. It is not only networking but also mentoring that creates successful relationships. discover criteria for a successful mentoring program including a proven step-by-step selection process and success stories. Find examples that stress the importance of building rela-tionships throughout the supply chain.

Sponsored by the ISM Women in Leadership Group

Michelle Keith, Lori A. Sisk, C.P.M., A.P.P. C.P.M., A.P.P.Owner, Supply Chain Strategist Flat Earth Solutions EdS

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Workshops

isM r. gene richter awards for Leadership and innovation in supply Management

Additional workshops will be added to the schedule during this time once the Second Annual ISM R. Gene Richter Awards for

Leadership and Innovation in Supply Management have been announced. Look for announcements on the Web site and during the Conference. All winners are invited to present a workshop.

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session hgdeveloping effective product specifications and Quality requirements for outsourced suppliersOutsourcing as a supply strategy requires supply managers to take an active role in making sure product specifications and quality requirements are clearly and completely commu-nicated. learn techniques to better manage this process and measure the results. Gain proven methods to achieve supe-rior results through templates.


James B. Ullum, MBA, C.P.M.Managing Partner Source International

WednesdayMay9,2007Workshop Sessions I 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Closing brunch 9:20 am – 11:30 am dr. bertice berry Author Comedienne Motivational Speaker

Wednesday May 9, 2007 8:00 – 9:00 am

session iasupplier Management for Complex outsourced services: a strategic FrameworkSpecifically for supply management professionals responsible for complex services agreements (such as mail, food, travel, print, document and facilities management services), this ses-sion provides a rationale for implementing a supplier manage-ment strategy and presents a comprehensive framework for implementing a strategic supplier management program.

Eliot A. MadowManaging director, Administrative Services Expense Management Solutions, Inc.

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Workshopssession iBLegally speaking: public procurement’s three pillars of risk ManagementPublic procurement risk management is built on three pillars: procurement planning, solicitation, and award and contract administration. Public contracts have provisions that avoid, reduce, accept and share risk. learn the legal concepts behind key government and commercial contract approaches to procurement risk management.

C. Richard Pennington, J.D., LL.M., C.P.M.Of Counsel McKenna long & Aldridge llP

session iCtools You Can use for Contingency planningIntroduces the principles and tools for managerial use in the development of a contingency plan and assessment. A disaster recovery toolkit is provided with items such as: con-tingency audit questionnaire, business impact analysis ques-tionnaire, and a checklist, action list and framework for disaster recover and business continuity planning.

Pamela R. Washington, MBAContracts Administration Texas Children’s Hospital

session idgetting the puzzle pieces to Fit = supply Chain MagicSuccessfully managing the various supply chains of an orga-nization is now the core focus of the successful business and/or service institution. This new business model calls for several concurrent initiatives. These include collaboration, connectivity, visibility, scalability, supplier management, risk identification and management, synchronization, trade-off decisionmaking, inventory management and so on. The supply professional must understand these supply chain management principles and be able to participate in designing and fitting the puzzle pieces together for successful supply chain management.

Marilyn Gettinger, MBA, C.P.M.Owner/President New directions Consulting Group

session ieservice Level agreements that actually WorkThis session is for contract managers, sourcing professionals and even other internal clients who need to take a part in service level agreement (SlA) creation. Findings are based on years of creating SlAs at many different large organiza-tions and seeing what works and does not work.

Jon Maxim John TodescoPresident Contracts Manager Maxelerate Zurich North America

isM r. gene richter awards for Leadership and innovation in supply Management

Additional workshops will be added to the schedule during this time once the Second Annual ISM R. Gene Richter Awards for

Leadership and Innovation in Supply Management have been announced. Look for announcements on the Web site and during the Conference. All winners are invited to present a workshop.


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Workshopssession iFMaximize the Value of Your spend: increase Control and realize savings through procurement outsourcingGiven today’s economic challenges, companies are expecting ever-greater results from their procurement organizations. However, many teams do not have the resources needed to meet these increasing expectations. As a result, many are examining selective outsourcing of categories and processes to expand existing capabilities and drive greater value without making large fixed investments.

Jason Gilroyvice President, Procurement Outsourcing ICG Commerce

session ighow to use emotional Control and observational skills to Become a Better negotiator!This interactive session improves your personal capabilities in managing your emotions, staying focused, turning percep-tion into fact, creating an environment for success and man-aging the other party towards achieving positive results. discover tools/techniques to identify areas to avoid so posi-tive results are achieved.

James W. Haile Jr., C.P.M.Procurement Manager McNeil Nutritionals

session ihCost of supplier Failures and What to do about themWhen organizations plan and budget for purchases and proj-ects, costs of supplier failures are typically not included. unfortunately, these situations frequently result in cost over-runs, costly delays or both. This session demonstrates a tool to capture and display these extra cost events, as well as illustrate methods to quantify common failures.

Lee A. Buddress, Ph.D., C.P.M.robert G. Gleason Professor of Supply and logistics Portland State university

Michael E. Smith, Ph.D., CQAMBA Program director and Associate Professor of Management and International Business Western Carolina university

session iidigging out of the Management dumpster: the keys to sustaining high performance This is a lively presentation of the four key elements neces-sary to create and sustain a high performance mentality and process throughout any organization. The four key non-nego-tiable elements are a defined routine and auditable communi-cation strategy that drives information throughout the organization; a defined, documented and auditable business focus process that links every employee into the depart-mental, facility and corporate vision, values and business objectives; an accountability process that elevates the expectations of every associate with the organization; and finally, a defined and documented behavioral effectiveness process that makes living the organizational values a reality everyday.

Shane YountSenior Partner/Author Competitive Solutions, Inc.

session iJusing Lean principles to “Lean out” the supply ChainWith contacts throughout the supply chain, who would be better than the supply chain professional to implement lean principles? learn five principles of lean and value stream mapping to identify costly value stream activities. Through a simulation of various delivery modes, the audience will expe-rience “leaning out the supply chain.”


Sandra L. Barkman, C.P.M.Senior Procurement Agent university of Michigan

Bryon S. Marks, MBAdivisional Supply Chain Manager Eaton Corporation

session ikWinning Business Cases: how to develop, structure and presentHow do you convince management that your action proposal for supply chain improvement will significantly support cor-porate strategies? By developing an air-tight business case! This workshop explains how to successfully develop, struc-ture and present a case. A step-by-step plan illustrates how to frame opportunities, cultivate stakeholders and secure management support. Anticipate valuable lessons learned.

Thomas A. Crimi, C.P.M.learning & development Coordinator Chevron International Exploration and Production


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ISM’s2007Pre-ConferenceSeminarLine-upExtend your stay and attend a pre-Conference seminar. Each session provides valuable insight into your organization’s supply chain to give you an even greater return on your Conference investment. All seminars are at Harrah’s las Vegas.

Advanced Negotiation Strategies: Advanced Concepts and Techniques for Optimizing Value Through NegotiationsManagement’s rising expectations are demanding more effec-tive solutions. Find out how you can aggressively identify and capitalize on opportunities with stronger negotiation skills. learn how you can achieve quantum leap results that positively impact your organization.

Program #4447 May 3-5, 2007 21 CEHs uSd $1,745/isM Members usd $1,445

Purchasing and the Law: The Basics You Need to SucceedThe law impacts everything you do as a supply management professional. leave this seminar knowing your rights, responsi-bilities and obligations so you can protect yourself and your employer.

Program #4390 May 3-5, 2007 21 CEHS uSd $1,745/isM Members usd $1,445

Business Continuity and Contingency Planning For Supply Chain ManagersWhat will your organization do when a disaster strikes? Are you prepared? Attend this seminar and learn how to evaluate your current business operation and how you can be better prepared to protect your assets and maintain operations before, during and after a major disaster.


Finance for the Supply Management ProfessionalAs an introduction to finance, you will explore proven decision-making tools and financial techniques and learn how to use them to communicate the contributions made by purchasing. Apply modern financial practices to the purchasing process and effectively evaluate your suppliers.


Technology: Harnessing Its Power for Efficient Supply ManagementAttend this session to find out how supply management has evolved with the use of technology and how it is used today. get real-world perspectives and learn how other organizations are advancing with efficient supply management technology.

Program #4375

May 3-4, 2007 14 CEHs

uSd $1,545/isM Members usd $1,245

How to Develop and Manage a Supplier Diversity Programdevelop best practices in supplier diversity and establish a pro-gram that contributes to your corporate objectives. Find out how to transform a compliance-driven program into a strategi-cally focused process and how your role contributes to the suc-cess of these programs. Sponsored by the ISM Minority and Women’s Business Development Group

Program #4320 May 4, 2007 7 CEHs uSd $695/isM Members usd $545

Advanced Strategies in Supplier Diversitylearn from world-class experts how you can advance supplier diversity and achieve quantum results in your organization. From best practices to advanced strategies, this seminar will address complex and global supply chains. Sponsored by the ISM Minority and Women’s Business Development Group

Program #4310 May 5, 2007 7 CEHs uSd $695/isM Members usd $545

Save $200 when you register 30 days or more in advance of the seminar start date. Complete course outlines are available on the ISM Web site at www.ism.ws.


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Module 4 a 7:00 am – 7:30 am 7:45 am – 9:55 am

B 10:15 am – 10:45 am 11:00 am – 1:10 pm

C 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm 2:15 pm – 4:25 pm

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SpecialOffertake the C.p.M. exam at half-price

register for the complete Conference or a 2- or 3-day pre-Conference seminar and take one, two or up to three certification exam modules for half-price*. Modules are offered on Wednesday, May 9, 2007. register early: Seating is limited.

you are responsible for verifying times. Please do not overlap in your scheduling of exams. your session is determined by the module number and the session letter (e.g., Module 1 at 11:30 am – 1:15 pm is 1B). you are not guaranteed a seat until you receive your confirmation notice. Exams are at Bally’s las vegas.

don’t miss this opportunity to save. See page 34 for the exam registration form or go online at www.ism.ws. For additional information, call ISM Customer Service at 800/888-6276 or 480/752-6276, extension 401.

*This offer pertains only to the written exam presented on May 9, 2007 in Las Vegas during ISM’s 92nd Annual International Supply Management Conference and Educational Exhibit. Space is limited.

The Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) qualification debuts in 2008 as the top professional designation within the profession. It recognizes

the expanded education, skills and experience required to be successful as a supply manager.

This is good news for C.P.M.s. If you hold a current C.P.M., a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and have five years or

more of professional supply management experience, you can take the CPSM Bridge Exam and apply for the CPSM qualification. The Bridge Exam streamlines the new credentialing process, positioning C.P.M.s on the fast track toward achieving their career goals.

get your career in focus. prepare now for your CpsM Qualification!

last day to apply for the A.P.P. designation

last day to register for the C.P.M. Exam

last day to take the C.P.M. Exam

last day C.P.M.s may take Modules 3-4 to re-certify

last day to apply for the C.P.M. designation

last day to register for the C.P.M./CPSM Bridge Exam

last day to take the C.P.M./CPSM Bridge Exam

February 28, 2007

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GoodNewsforC.P.M.s!

For more information, go to www.ism.ws, or contact ISM Certification at 800/888-6276 or 480/752-6276, extension 3074.


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Staples Contract provides office supply solutions to medium- and large-sized organizations through its Staples Business Advantage division, and Fortune 500 global companies through its Staples National Advantage division. The business works collaboratively with its customers utilizing industry leading electronic commerce and program best practices that enable pro-curement professionals to efficiently manage procurement programs with lowest total deliv-ered cost. For more information go to www.staplescontract.com.

Austin-Tetra provides the most comprehensive and cost-effective supplier data management solutions in the market including detailed business profiles, corporate linkage, industry and diversity classification, supplier onboarding and spend analysis. Austin-Tetra’s solutions and content provide our Fortune 1,000 clients with unprecedented capabilities to leverage buying power, mitigate supplier risk and reduce supply costs. For more information visit us at www.austintetra.com or contact Mike Zier at 972/756-8100 or [email protected].

MasterCard Worldwide advances global commerce by providing a critical economic link among financial institutions, businesses, cardholders and merchants worldwide. As a fran-chisor, processor and advisor, MasterCard develops and markets payment solutions, pro-cesses approximately 14 billion transactions each year, and provides industry-leading analysis and consulting services to financial institution customers and merchants. Through its family of brands, including MasterCard®, Maestro® and Cirrus®, MasterCard Worldwide serves con-sumers and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories. For more information go to www.mastercardbusiness.com.

Procurement Service Provider, Source One, has assisted companies with their strategic sourcing requirements for over 14 years. Engagements with Source One may include cate-gory management, spend consolidation, statements of work, alternate supplier identification, market and supply research, rFP management, price negotiations, and E-enablement (www.WhyAbe.com). Our clients have averaged 18% savings.

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Expedia® Corporate Travel revolutionized the way businesses plan, book and manage travel. Now, as the world’s number one online travel service, Expedia® Corporate Travel continues to develop industry-leading technology backed by customer service support to create a single-source travel management solution. In addition to dramatic cost savings, and best-of-class reporting, Expedia® Corporate Travel customers enjoy some of the highest online adoption rates in the industry.

Fastenal Company is a distributor of industrial and construction supplies with a demonstrated record of consistent growth through working toward a common goal of “growth through cus-tomer service.” Fastenal has expanded to become the fastest growing full-line industrial dis-tributor, and is now the largest fastener distributor in the nation.

ICG Commerce is a leading Procurement Services Provider focused on helping companies expand the breadth of spend they are managing, continue to build their sourcing effective-ness, ensure compliance and drive continual improvements. Our execution-based, compound experience enables procurement leaders to increase the value and impact they deliver to their enterprises.

Perfect Commerce is the largest provider of On-demand Supplier relationship Management (SrM) solutions and provides connectivity to trading partners via The Open Supplier Net-workSM (The OSNSM). The company is the leading On-demand SrM solutions provider with more than 500 clients (101 in the Fortune 500), 200,000 users and 11,500 suppliers.

American Express Corporate Services helps mid-sized and large companies manage pur-chases of everyday goods and services, such as office supplies, computer equipment, profes-sional services and travel. The leading commercial card issuer in the u.S., American Express’ clients include nearly 70% of Fortune 500 companies, along with tens of thousands of mid-sized companies, which use the company’s Corporate Card and Corporate Purchasing Card programs and Corporate Travel services. More information on expense management tools from Corporate Services can be found at www.americanexpress.com/corporateservices.

Puridiom, a leading provider of cutting edge e-Procurement, e-Sourcing and e-Payables solu-tions and services, addresses pain points in the supply chain through the application of inno-vative technologies and processes. For over 23 years, organizations of all sizes within the private and public sectors around the world have relied on Puridiom’s expertise and leader-ship to leverage their investment in technology, guiding them into a more competitive position in today’s global digital economy. By implementing Puridiom, you will control your key spend indicators and fully manage your SCM processes and relationships transforming your pro-curement activity into a resource Savings Solution.

Wachovia, the fourth-largest bank holding company in the united States based on assets. We are a diversified financial services company that provides a broad-range of banking, asset management, wealth management, and corporate and investment banking products/services. visit us online at www.wachovia.com/careers. Wachovia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to workforce diversity.

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Circle the sessions and modules you are registering for (please circle all that apply). please refer to page 29 for exam modules and sessions. you are responsible for ensuring times do not overlap in your scheduling of exams. your session is determined by the module number and the session letter (e.g., Module 1 at 11:30 is 1B or Module 4 at 7:45 is 4A).

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Written examIndicate on the registration form which exam modules you plan to take.

exam date (see page 29 for schedule)Wednesday, May 9, 2007First come, first served. you are not guaranteed your registration time. Check your confirmation notice.

exam Feeshalf-price with complete Conference registrationMember $130 per module $65 with Conference registration

Nonmember $190 per module $95 with Conference registration

Proof of Allied Association membership must accompany registration form.

exam Cancellation policyIf you are unable to attend the exam, a letter requesting a refund must be received by ISM no later than april 9, 2007. Any other refund requests (except medical emergencies) will not be honored. Medical emergency refund requests (with documented proof) will be accepted through the two-week period after the exam. Exam fees may not be transferred from written exam to computer exam.

I acknowledge the confidential nature of the C.P.M. and A.P.P. Examination (the “Exam”) and hereby agree that I will not copy, retain Exam questions or disclose or transmit them in any form to any other person. I certify that I am working toward my C.P.M. and/or A.P.P. designation or taking modules to meet the continuing education requirements for recertification/reaccredidation. I agree that taking the Exam for any other purpose is strictly prohibited. I also acknowledge that the Exam review course instructors are prohibited by ISM from taking exams for the purpose of preparing students to take the Exam and/or for the creation of their course materials. I expressly agree and understand that certification/accreditation may be denied or revoked, or the Exam scores may be invalidated or withheld by the Certification Committee of ISM (the “Committee”) in the event that the Committee determines that (A) an individual has (i) falsified or misrepresented information on the registration form or information provided is in error, including documentation of C.P.M. Points for either recertification, or Lifetime certification; (ii) participated in an unauthorized disclosure of Exam questions, information or materials; (iii) plagiarized questions and/or answers on the Exam; (iv) mailed, received, relayed in any fashion, or used copies of the Exam materials, questions, or answers without authorization from ISM; (v) retained the Exam materials after the examination; (vi) engaged in cheating or other misconduct or unprofessional behavior with respect to taking, administering, or preparation for the Exam; or (vii) failed to adhere to the Principles and Standards of Ethical Supply Management Conduct, or (B) (i) there is a testing irregularity with respect to the Exam; (ii) there is a reason to question the Exam score’s validity; or (iii) that the Exam score was the result of unusual or questionable circumstances.

I agree to abide by the ISM Principles and Standards of Ethical Supply Management Conduct, whether or not I am a member of ISM. I grant ISM permission to make any and all inquiries, which are necessary to evaluate my credentials for certification/accreditation, recertification/reaccreditation, or Lifetime certifica-

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three Ways to registerFax: 480/752-2299 available 24/7

(credit card payment only)Mail: ISM Conference Seminars

P.O. Box 22160 Tempe, AZ 85285-2160 (check, money order or credit card payment)

Internet: www.ism.ws

payment Must accompany registrationPre-Conference SeminarsIndicate on the registration form which seminar you plan to attend. Fee includes course materials, refreshment breaks and lunch each day of the seminar.

Pre-Conference Seminar Hoursday One 8:30 am – 4:30 pmlast day 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

discountsIndividuals registering for a 2-day or 3-day pre-Conference seminar and the com-plete Conference registration package may deduct $100 from the Conference registration fee. Or register three or more people at one time, for the same 2-day or 3-day pre-Conference seminar (registrations must be sent together in the same envelope), and deduct $100 per registration. Only one discount option allowed per registration form. One-day Conference registrations do not qualify for the discount offer.

Early Bird discount is applicable when you register 30 days or more before the pro-gram date. Subtract $200 from your total when using the Early Bird discount. Early Bird discount not applicable on programs 4310 or 4320.

isM Cancellation/refund policyNotification of your cancellation must be in writing. Cancellations received up to the day prior to the program are subject to a $100 cancellation charge. No refunds are given once the program has begun. registrants who fail to attend a program are not entitled to a refund. ISM must be contacted within 30 days of the program completion in order for a refund to be considered. ISM reserves the right to sub-stitute speakers. If the program is not held for any reason, ISM’s liability is limited to the program fee.

advanced negotiation strategies: advanced Concepts and techniques for optimizing Value through negotiations (#4447) May 3-5, 2007 USD $1,745/isM Members usd $1,445

purchasing and the Law: the Basics You need to succeed (#4390) May 3-5, 2007 USD $1,745/isM Members usd $1,445

Business Continuity and Contingency planning (#4470) May 3-4, 2007 USD $1,545/isM Members usd $1,245

Finance for the supply Management professional (#4515) May 3-4, 2007 USD $1,545/isM Members usd $1,245

technology: harnessing its power for efficient supply Management (#4375) May 3-4, 2007 USD $1,545/isM Members usd $1,245

how to develop and Manage a supplier diversity program (#4320)* May 4, 2007 USD $695/isM Members usd $545

advanced strategies in supplier diversity (#4310)* May 5, 2007 USD $695/isM Members usd $545

all seminars at harrah’s Las Vegas. 3475 Las Vegas Blvd s Las Vegas, nV 89109

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*Above pricing represents full cost. Subtract $200 from your total when you register 30 days or more before the program start date. The Early Bird Discount is not applicable on programs #4310 or #4320.

descriptions of the above seminars found on page 28 or see complete course outlines at www.ism.ws.

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traVeLAllConferencesessionstakeplaceatBally’sLasVegas.Bally’s Las Vegas3645 las vegas Blvd Slas vegas, Nv 89109800/634-3434

ThespecialISMrate:May 5, 2007 = $199May 6-11, 2007 = $139Be sure to mention ISM to receive the special rate. The ISM rate is offered until April 2, 2007. rooms sell out quickly so be sure to reserve your room early.

All reservations require a one-night advance deposit. deposits are refundable only when cancelled 72 hours prior to arrival.visit the ISM Web site for a link to Bally’s. Or use this quick link for reservations http://www.ism.ws/Go/?Page=239.

Conference registration does not include hotel accommoda-tions; you are responsible for your own hotel reservations. las vegas is a popular destination, so please make your hotel reservations early.

HospitalitySuitesHospitality suites are to have a business aspect in order to comply with the educational mission of the Conference. Hours of hospitality suites should not conflict with other Conference activities. ISM does not wish to discourage informal gatherings during periods of time when there are no scheduled Conference events. It is intended that such activities, however, not open the Institute to criticism. Ethical considerations are and will remain of prime concern to ISM. For hospitality suite and catering infor-mation at Bally’s las vegas, please email your request to rachel Fusco at [email protected].

GroundTransportationThere are several shuttles available from McCarran Airport, including Park Place Entertainment (located by baggage car-ousel #1), at an average cost of $6 each way. Average taxi fare from McCarran Airport is $15. Please note — Prices are subject to change.

CarRentalIn conjunction with American Airlines, Avis rent-A-Car is offering great discounts to Conference attendees. Call Avis at 888/754-8878 and refer to AWd Code d006236. Or visit the ISM Web site for a link to reserve online.

OfficialAirlineCarrierAmerican Airlines has been chosen by ISM as the official airline for this Conference. American provides round trip transporta-tion to the meeting city and offers discounts off published domestic fares. Call American Airlines directly, weekdays at 800/433-1790 (for u.S. and Canada travel only); refer to Authorization #A9857AA.

VivaLasVegaslas vegas, sometimes known as the “entertainment capital of the world,” is famous for its dazzling lights, glittering resorts and gaming fun. Each year, the city entertains millions of pleasure-seeking tourists from across the globe. Home to 1.7 million people, the las vegas metropolitan area tops the list as one of the fastest growing areas in the united States. rising employ-ment opportunities, new schools, green parks and quiet family neighborhoods bring nearly 50,000 new residents to the state of Nevada each year. From the urban center of a big city to the wide-open spaces of the outlying landscape, there’s always something fun to do each day of the week in las vegas. Tem-peratures in early May average 85 degrees during the day, 60 degrees at night.

BonAppétitYour complete four-day Conference registration package includes the following meals:

sundayLunch — Pick up lunch in the Exhibit Hall 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Reception — Join us in the Exhibit Hall 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

MondayLunch — The general luncheon hours are 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm; Dessert is in the Exhibit Hall from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Reception — Join us in the Exhibit Hall 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

tuesdayBreakfast — 7:45 am – 10:00 am

Lunch — Lunch is served 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, with dessert in the Exhibit Hall, 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Dinner — The J. Shipman Award and Volunteer Appreciation Banquet begins at 6:30 pm. The recipient of the coveted J. Shipman Gold Medal will be announced during the evening’s festivities.

don’t miss this special event!

WednesdayBrunch — The closing brunch begins at 9:20 am and ends at 11:30 am

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TheRollerCoasteratNewYork-NewYork3790 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89109 702/740-6969 800/Ny FOr METhe roller Coaster at New york-New york hotel-casino gives the term “express” a whole new meaning. It is set over a replica of New york Harbor, complete with a tugboat and a 150-foot reproduction of the Statue of liberty. www.vegas.com/resorts/nyny/index.html

MandalayBaySharkReef3950 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89119 702/632-7777 877/632-7000

Who would ever think that one would be able to find an oceanic wonderland in the middle of the desert? The Shark reef at Man-dalay Bay encompasses nearly 2 million gallons of water and reaches depths of 22 feet. One of the largest exhibits of its kind, the aquarium houses more than 1200 species of aquatic life including sharks, exotic fish, sea turtles and much more. www.vegas.com/resorts/mandalaybay/index.html

MGMGrandLionHabitat3799 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89109 702/891-1111 800/646-7787Nestled in the heart of the MGM Grand, the lions of this las vegas resort are clearly the kings of this neon jungle. Separated from the lions by only one and a half inches of glass, visitors can watch as these majestic creatures feed, play, groom themselves and sleep. www.vegas.com/resorts/mgm2/index.html

BellagioGalleryofFineArt3600 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89109 702/693-7871 877/957-9777loaned from museums all over the world, a collection of some of the finest works produced by artists and masters of photography are on display. located a the Bellagio Hotel-Casino. www.vegas.com/resorts/bellagio/index.html

TheAutoCollections3535 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89109 702/731-3311 800/634-6441located on the fifth level of the Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino self-parking facility, The Auto Collections is home to a rotating dis-play of more than 300 classic cars including racing cars, muscle cars, touring roadsters and many others. www.vegas.com/resorts/imperialpalace/index.html

GuggenheimHermitageMuseum3355 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89109 702/414-2440 866/484-4849One of the most respected museums in the international art com-munity, the Guggenheim Hermitage Museum at the venetian, houses masterpieces that have traveled the world. The Guggenheim’s latest exhibit in las vegas explores the artistic relationship between the photographs of robert Mapplethorpe and the classical art style of Flemish Mannerist artists. www.vegas.com/resorts/venetian/index.html

MadameTussaudsInteractiveWaxAttraction3355 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89109 702/492-3960 866/80-SHOWSFrom don King to Julia roberts, Madame Tussauds displays more than 100 intricately designed wax replicas of well-known celebri-ties from the worlds of film, sports, television and music. Each wax figure is so finely detailed, you’ll have a difficult time distinguishing them from the other guests at Madame Tussauds. www.vegas.com/resorts/venetian/index.html

TheEiffelTowerExperience3645 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89109 702/946-7000 888/266-5687From the rivets in its beams to its glass elevators, the Eiffel Tower replica at Paris las vegas encompasses the same je ne sais quoi as its French counterpart. The observation deck, at 460 feet, is the perfect spot for viewing the entire las vegas valley. www.vegas.com/resorts/paris/index.html

GondolaRideattheVenetian3355 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89109 702/414-4500Escape the hustle and bustle of the las vegas Strip with a relaxing gondola ride at the venetian. From the soothing sound of water lapping the sides of the gondola to the eloquent singing of the gon-doliers, passengers will feel as if they have truly been transported to Italy. www.vegas.com/resorts/venetian/index.html

StratosphereTowerObservationDeck2000 S. las vegas Blvd., las vegas, Nv 89104 702/380-7777 800/99-TOWErview the city in 360-degree panorama at the Stratosphere Tower. At 1,149 feet, the structure is the tallest freestanding observation tower in the united States. A bank of elevators “beam” guests up to the pod at a dizzying 1,800 feet a minute, providing spectators the best view in las vegas. www.vegas.com/resorts/strato/index.html

LakeMeadNationalRecreationAreaFor information on tours and other activities call (866) 807-4697. lake Mead is the largest man-made body of water in the united States. located on the Colo-rado river about 15 mi (48 km) southeast of las vegas, the lake offers a wealth of year-round outdoor activities. Swimming, fishing, water skiing, desert hikes and photography are some of the main attractions. The lake is also home to thousands of desert plants and animals which are adapted to survive in extreme environments. http://shop.vegas.com/tours

HooverDamToursdepartingfromLasVegasFor information on tours call 866/218-3427, or 702/260-0796.Hoover dam, also known as Boulder dam, is located in the Black Canyon of the Colorado river, on the border between Arizona and Nevada. Holding back the waters of lake Mead, the dam was named after President Herbert Hoover, who played an instru-mental role in its construction. www.lasvegasgrandcanyontour.com/hoover_dam_tours.htm

Find out why Nevada welcomes nearly 50,000 new residents each year. Here are some things to do while in Nevada. From the urban center of las vegas to the wide-open spaces of the outlying landscape, there’s always something fun to do any day of the week. visit www.visitlasvegas.com for a comprehensive list of sights and sounds in the las vegas metropolitan area.

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Winners of the Second Annual ISM R. Gene Richter

Awards for Leadership and Innovation in Supply

Management share their winning strategies. Winners

are announced Monday night. Winners will present

workshops on Tuesday.

Based on innovation and leadership from the

four categories of Process, Technology, People

and Organization/Structure, these award winners

will wow you with their success stories. Apply their

winning strategies to your organization.

Workshop details, including times and locations, are

available Monday after 8:00 p.m. at ISM Conference

Registration area and at the Tuesday morning

Business Survey/Economic Outlook Presentation.

If you strive for success, your schedule must include

at least one of these workshops!

Workshops on Tuesday

ISM R. Gene Richter Awards for Leadership and Innovation in Supply Management

ATTENTION:FirstTimeConferenceParticipantsSunday May 6, 2007 9:00 – 11:00 am

navigating and networking at the ConferenceIf this is your first Conference, take this opportunity to learn how to navigate the Conference during this special Sunday morning session. Members of the ISM Permanent Conference Committee (PCC) offer suggestions on how to get the most out of your Conference experience and how to take advan-tage of the numerous networking opportunities available.

Sponsored by the ISM PCC

Sharon L. Hauht, C.P.M. Senior Purchasing Analyst Clark County, Nevada Member, ISM Permanent Conference Committee

OpenForum,SupplyManagementUnpluggedSunday May 6, 2007 1:00 – 2:00 pm

networking roundtable discussionsyou asked for it, you got it! Take advantage of this opportunity to explore, discuss and question (or even grumble) with col-leagues from your industry. you might discover a cost saving idea, a new process or just a sounding board for your current challenges. Join facilitators from the PCC and the General Conference Committee and use this open forum to talk about what’s on your mind. This is networking at its most valuable.

Sponsored by the ISM PCC

Hosted by: Craig J. Johnson, C.P.M., A.P.P.President and Chief operating officer Musician’s Friend, Inc. Chair, ISM PCC

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1. las Vegas has more hotel rooms than any other place on earth.

2. Construction worker hardhats were first invented specifically for workers on the Hoover dam in 1933.

3. las Vegas has the majority of the largest hotels in the world.

4. The Stratosphere is the tallest, free-standing, observation tower in the u.S. and the tallest structure west of the Mississippi River.

5. Hoover dam, the largest single public works project in the history of the united States, con-tains 3.25 million cubic yards of concrete, which is enough to pave a two-lane highway from San Francisco to new york. The dam face has been seen in such films as “Viva las Vegas” and “Fools Rush In.”

�. The longest Morse code telegram ever sent was the nevada state constitution sent from Carson City to Washington, d.C. in 1864. The transmission would have taken several hours.

7. nevada is the largest gold-producing state in the nation. It is second in the world behind South Africa.

8. The State of nevada first legalized gambling in 1931. At that same time, the Hoover dam was being built and the federal government did not want its workers (who earned 50 cents an hour) to be involved with such diversions, so they built the town of boulder City to house the dam workers. To this day, boulder City is the only city in nevada where gambling is illegal.

9. Hoover dam is 726 feet tall and 660 feet thick at its base. Enough rock was excavated in its construction to build the great Wall of China.

Contrary to the popular urban myth, no workers were buried in the dam’s concrete.

10. The beam of light shining from the top of the luxor hotel in las Vegas, nevada is the most powerful in the world. The equivalent of 40 bil-lion candle power, the beam is visible to air-planes from a distance of 250 miles. The electric bill for the luxor beam is $51 an hour.

11. It would take 288 years for one person to spend one night in every hotel room in las Vegas.

12. Shrimp consumption in las Vegas is more than 60,000 pounds a day. That’s higher than the rest of the country combined and adds up to 22 million pounds per year.

13. new casino/resorts typically start remodeling one week after opening.

14. According to suppliers, purple is the favorite ink color in daubers used by las Vegas bingo players.

15. las Vegas has the highest number of unlisted phone numbers of any u.S. city.

1�. More than 110,000 marriage licenses are issued in las Vegas each year.

17. Fifteen thousand miles of neon tubing make nighttime las Vegas one of the most recogniz-able cityscapes in the world.

18. It’s illegal to pawn your dentures in las Vegas.

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ISM Membership CentralStop by the iSM booth and learn about the many resources and benefits available for iSM members. Already a member? Come by and find out the latest information about certification programs and spe-cial initiatives such as the iSM Principles of Social Responsibility. Thinking about joining? iSM pro-vides a wealth of resources for every supply man-agement professional, whether you are just starting out or you’re a seasoned executive. Don’t forget — your paid nonmember registration fee entitles you to a one-year membership in iSM.

ISM Educational Resource CenterSupply professionals need the best information available to prepare for crucial decisions. That’s why having supply man-agement resources at your fingertips is paramount! The iSM Educational Resource Center is here to help you succeed. When you visit the Resource Center, discover the newest professional development materials available and build your professional library. Get the latest certification study aids, such as the new Supply Management handbook and much more. look for a large selection of the hottest supply man-agement books — many of the authors are onsite during the Conference. This is your opportunity to browse and select the best resources for your career. look for our best-sellers table and special discounts for Conference attendees. Make this iSM bookstore a priority during your Conference experi-ence. invest in your success!

The Semiannual Forecastleverage economic insight to gain a competitive edge. use the iSM Semiannual Economic Forecast to cast a new light on the volatile economy. Make this session a must-see and find out why renowned economists use the iSM Report On Business ® to make decisions and set policy.

www.ism.wslaS VegaS May 6-9, 2007

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