Supply Chain Revolution
Sheri Hinish, SupplyChainQueen
Supply Chain Revolution®: Sustainability • Innovation • Technology
Where sustainability meets innovation — real leaders, real strategies, real transformation.
At the intersection of people, planet, and technology, Supply Chain Revolution® reveals how the world’s top innovators are transforming sustainability, AI, and supply chain strategy into advantage.
Welcome to Supply Chain Revolution®, the global podcast redefining how we think about sustainability, technology, and transformation. Hosted by Sheri Hinish, known worldwide as the Supply Chain Queen®, this show explores what it takes to build resilient, regenerative businesses at the intersection of people, planet, and technology.
Every episode challenges the status quo — unpacking how innovation, AI, and systems thinking are rewriting the rules of enterprise transformation.
You’ll hear from executive leaders, technologists, scientists, policymakers, and changemakers driving sustainable growth and digital reinvention. Past guests include pioneers from Microsoft, SAP, IBM, Starbucks, Unilever, MIT, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, and the world’s most exciting climate-tech startups.
These are the conversations you won’t find in boardrooms or press releases. We go beyond buzzwords to reveal what actually works — and how bold thinkers are making sustainability profitable, scalable, and human.
Listen to learn:
• How to reduce Scope 3 emissions without breaking budgets
• How AI and automation deliver returns in under six months
• Circular-economy models that create new revenue streams
• Digital-manufacturing strategies that eliminate inventory waste
• Carbon-data innovations turning compliance into competitive advantage
• Leadership mindsets redefining value creation for a regenerative economy
Our “10 Big Ideas” series breaks down the breakthroughs reshaping industries — from sustainable finance and digital MRV to supply-chain decarbonization, regenerative agriculture, and AI-powered transparency. Each episode distills complex systems into actionable playbooks that separate market leaders from those still catching up.
No fluff. No theory. Just truth, transformation, and practical insight from people who’ve built real change at global scale.
Whether you’re a CEO, sustainability officer, technologist, policymaker, or student passionate about systems change, Supply Chain Revolution® is your backstage pass to the ideas and people redefining the future of business.
New episodes monthly. Your competition is already listening — and learning.
🔗 Learn more + show notes: supplychainqueen.com
🎥 Watch full episodes + clips on YouTube: youtube.com/@supplychainqueen
💼 Follow Sheri Hinish (Supply Chain Queen®) on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/supplychainqueenLearn more: supplychainqueen.com
👑 About the Host
Sheri Hinish is an award-winning executive strategist, board advisor, and global thought leader at the forefront of sustainability, AI, and digital transformation. Known as the Supply Chain Queen®, she helps Fortune 500 companies, governments, and institutions integrate sustainability, technology, and innovation into how they operate.
She is the Founder of Supply Chain Revolution Global, and previously led sustainability solutions at EY and IBM. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, The Economist, and Forbes.
Recognitions include Top 250 Leaders in Sustainability (2025), Top 100 Women in Sustainability and Supply Chain (2024), and #1 Supply Chain Leader by Supply Chain Digital. Sheri frequently speaks at COP, NY Climate Week, Reuters Events, and other global forums.
Where sustainability meets innovation — real leaders, real strategies, real transformation.
At the intersection of people, planet, and technology, Supply Chain Revolution® reveals how the world’s top innovators are transforming sustainability, AI, and supply chain strategy into advantage.
Welcome to Supply Chain Revolution®, the global podcast redefining how we think about sustainability, technology, and transformation. Hosted by Sheri Hinish, known worldwide as the Supply Chain Queen®, this show explores what it takes to build resilient, regenerative businesses at the intersection of people, planet, and technology.
Every episode challenges the status quo — unpacking how innovation, AI, and systems thinking are rewriting the rules of enterprise transformation.
You’ll hear from executive leaders, technologists, scientists, policymakers, and changemakers driving sustainable growth and digital reinvention. Past guests include pioneers from Microsoft, SAP, IBM, Starbucks, Unilever, MIT, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, and the world’s most exciting climate-tech startups.
These are the conversations you won’t find in boardrooms or press releases. We go beyond buzzwords to reveal what actually works — and how bold thinkers are making sustainability profitable, scalable, and human.
Listen to learn:
• How to reduce Scope 3 emissions without breaking budgets
• How AI and automation deliver returns in under six months
• Circular-economy models that create new revenue streams
• Digital-manufacturing strategies that eliminate inventory waste
• Carbon-data innovations turning compliance into competitive advantage
• Leadership mindsets redefining value creation for a regenerative economy
Our “10 Big Ideas” series breaks down the breakthroughs reshaping industries — from sustainable finance and digital MRV to supply-chain decarbonization, regenerative agriculture, and AI-powered transparency. Each episode distills complex systems into actionable playbooks that separate market leaders from those still catching up.
No fluff. No theory. Just truth, transformation, and practical insight from people who’ve built real change at global scale.
Whether you’re a CEO, sustainability officer, technologist, policymaker, or student passionate about systems change, Supply Chain Revolution® is your backstage pass to the ideas and people redefining the future of business.
New episodes monthly. Your competition is already listening — and learning.
🔗 Learn more + show notes: supplychainqueen.com
🎥 Watch full episodes + clips on YouTube: youtube.com/@supplychainqueen
💼 Follow Sheri Hinish (Supply Chain Queen®) on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/supplychainqueenLearn more: supplychainqueen.com
👑 About the Host
Sheri Hinish is an award-winning executive strategist, board advisor, and global thought leader at the forefront of sustainability, AI, and digital transformation. Known as the Supply Chain Queen®, she helps Fortune 500 companies, governments, and institutions integrate sustainability, technology, and innovation into how they operate.
She is the Founder of Supply Chain Revolution Global, and previously led sustainability solutions at EY and IBM. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, The Economist, and Forbes.
Recognitions include Top 250 Leaders in Sustainability (2025), Top 100 Women in Sustainability and Supply Chain (2024), and #1 Supply Chain Leader by Supply Chain Digital. Sheri frequently speaks at COP, NY Climate Week, Reuters Events, and other global forums.
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Apr 8, 2020 • 12min
Exploring Talent, Teams, and Diversity in the Value Economy, Leading Millennials and Gen Z With Purpose, Making the Shift From Old School to New School Leadership, and Customer First Supply Chain with Angela Hession (Microsoft)
In Episode 14, we are joined by an EPIC REBEL who is the Head of XBOX safety and longtime Microsoft Supply Chain-er Angela Hession! The Future of Work is human and driven by experiences rooted in values and purpose. This provocative drink and learn turned interview explores talent, building teams, and the importance of diversity in the Value Economy. Listen as Angela explores many topics including why putting the customer first in everything you do is the key to building great products and supply chains to admire.
In this episode, you’ll hear how to make the shift from old school to new school leadership; how getting to know a diverse group of people leads to a better understanding of yourself, and building better teams. This is particularly important as Angela describes how to acquire, inspire, and develop new graduates and a new workforce, a workforce with purpose who wants to have an impact on the world. We explore customer centricity at Microsoft and the importance of putting empathy at the center of everything you do and how to create lasting brand love.
To learn more about Angela Hession and her impact, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-hession-a294ab17/
Find us, connect, and explore at https://www.supplychainrevolution.com/
Apr 1, 2020 • 22min
Exploring Digital Supply Chain, Sustainable Development, Circular Economy, Renewable Energy, Digital Waste and Cloud, and Sustainability with Tom Raftery on his "Women in Supply Chain” Series (SAP Digital)
In Episode 13, we are joined by global futurist and innovation evangelist Tom Raftery…and with a twist! We are featured on HIS new “Women in Supply Chain” series, where he interviews the most high profile women in supply chain, tech, and digital. This was by far one of the most interesting conversations Deborah and Sheri have to date with broad concepts like hydroelectric, digital waste and connecting corporate sustainability to supply chain amidst COVID19 pressures.
In this episode, we discuss how supply chains provide are the perfect conduit for transformation to circular and sustainable business models. We dive into connecting local communities where supply chains touch to the sustainable development goals. We talk cloud, inventory, digital supply chain, leadership, and Sheri gives a powerful message on why and how we can change the world, each of us. Tom also has a Digital Supply Chain Podcast, so be sure to check it out, subscribe and follow!
To learn more about Tom Raftery and his impact, visit: https://tomraftery.com/category/digital-supply-chain/
Find us, connect, and explore at https://www.supplychainrevolution.com/
Mar 24, 2020 • 16min
Exploring Customer Centricity Through the Lens of Access to Human Health as a Basic Right, How Does Supply Chain Best Serve People Who Need It the Most, and Stakeholder Engagement in Humanitarian Supply Chains (Africa Resource Center)
In Episode 12, we explore thinking about supply chains outside of the box, where we can often get stuck in academic discussions. The impacts of supply chains can quickly shift to rights-based discussions. This is Part 2 of our lightning talk with Pretty Mubaiwa, PhD Public Law Candidate and UCT Regional Coordinator for the Africa Resource Center. Pretty works in disruptive supply chain to provide critical medicine, access, and care at the point of need. She specializes in international public law and women's rights.
It’s time we expand our thinking around supply chain and how it’s a powerful conduit that can impact the lives of many, particularly the lives of women. How does supply chain best serve the people who need access the most…access to healthcare, medicine, sexual and reproductive health. Most of this access happens because of supply chains.
In this episode, we discuss how supply chains provide access to human health as a basic right which involves translating rights from the United Nations to the individual communities who need critical supplies, stakeholder engagement in defining the future of humanitarian supply chains, and the amazing work happening at the Africa Resource Center.
To learn more about Pretty: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pretty-mubaiwa-b5917086/; to learn more about ARC: https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-resource-centre/about/
Find us, connect, and explore at https://www.supplychainrevolution.com/
Mar 14, 2020 • 16min
Exploring Humanitarian Supply Chains, International Development, Providing Access to Medicine and Medical Care (a Timely Conversation with the CoronaVirus/COVID19) Outbreak), and a Call for Women in Supply Chain (Africa Resource Center)
In Episode 11, we explore humanitarian supply chains and international development. This is Part 1 of 2 lightning talks with Pretty Mubaiwa, PhD Public Law Candidate and UCT Regional Coordinator for the Africa Resource Center. Pretty works in disruptive supply chain to provide critical medicine, access, and care at the point of need. The mantra of this organization is African led, African inspired, and to improve lives of African people.
International Development is an extremely complex environment. In many parts of the world, governments run humanitarian supply chains as a public service. Coordinating how the medicines are sourced, and working with donors and partners is often not well-coordinated. Problems start at the national level, and if the government doesn’t get it right, people lose their lives.
In this episode, we discuss the donor relationship, central medical stores, working without a demand signal, impacts of cold chain on inventory management, the opportunity for network infrastructure and 3PL/last mile delivery, and how supply chain is an underdeveloped industry without education programs in place to support the people who need it the most.
To learn more about Pretty: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pretty-mubaiwa-b5917086/; to learn more about ARC: https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-resource-centre/about/
Find us, connect, and explore at https://www.supplychainrevolution.com/
Feb 24, 2020 • 11min
Exploring the Importance of Divergent Leadership, Building Productive Supply Chain Teams, Why Authenticity Matters in Your Career, and Rebels in the Future of Work with David Warrick (Microsoft)
Episode 7, Part 2 of our Lightening Talk with David Warrick, Global GM of Customer Logistics at Microsoft. In this episode, we explore principles of leadership styles and approaches, how to build productive supply chain teams, things to look for in acquiring and hiring top supply chain talent, why authenticity matters in your career, and how being a Rebel will help you succeed in supply chain, technology, and leading teams in the future of work. To learn more about David, please visit~> https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-warrick-2b617a3/ and check out Microsoft’s Intelligent Supply Chain~>https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/industry/manufacturing/intelligent-supply-chain?activetab=pillars%3aprimaryr4
Find us, connect, and explore at https://www.supplychainrevolution.com/
Feb 21, 2020 • 12min
Exploring the Cognitive Supply Chain and Trends to Watch in Retail and Demand Planning, the Importance of Data and Visibility, and Why Rebels are Critical in the Future of Work with David Warrick (Microsoft)
Episode 6, Part 1 of our Lightening Talk with David Warrick, Global GM of Customer Logistics at Microsoft. The field of supply chain is growing and is much more than the traditional view of integrated purchasing, operations, and logistics. David unpacks how supply chains are evolving and how data and cognitive supply chains create an exciting time to be in supply chain, including Tim Cook’s rise to CEO of Apple. We are scientists, engineers, mathematicians, entrepreneurs, artists, and so much more!
In this episode we discuss David’s journey in supply chain (which is actually a 2nd career), why supply chain is at a critical inflection point, the cognitive supply chain, and the importance of data, visibility, and the future of retail and demand planning. To learn more about David, please visit~> https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-warrick-2b617a3/ and check out Microsoft’s Intelligent Supply Chain~>https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/industry/manufacturing/intelligent-supply-chain?activetab=pillars%3aprimaryr4
Find us, connect, and explore at https://www.supplychainrevolution.com/
Feb 13, 2020 • 26min
Exploring Sustainable Supply Chain & the SDGs, the Importance of Failure, How Wisdom Comes From Growth, Eradicating the World of Consultant Speak, and AI in the Future of Work
In Episode 5, we have some fun discussing the importance of failure, why we need to eradicate the world of consultant speak (yes it’s a thing), AI in the future of work, the SDGs and why they matter in supply chain and technology. We dive into the paradigm of “wisdom from time and years experience” versus “wisdom from growth", including why disrupting change leads to professional development. We debate how to say finance and the Maryland dialect and why the Revolution may get “too hot for Linkedin”?!?Also, Deborah breaks down inventory management in Vegas and why Rebels must take risks to forge ahead.
Find us, connect, and explore at https://www.supplychainrevolution.com/
Feb 9, 2020 • 16min
The Shift in Supply Chain Organizations, Regenerative Sustainability, New Styles of Leadership, Influencing Change, and How Rebels Can Lead in the Revolution with Lauren Acoba (Starbucks)
In Episode 4, we speak with Lauren Acoba live from Starbucks Headquarters. Lauren is a Senior Group Manager of Global Sourcing and Food Supply Chains implementing Starbucks recent regenerative sustainability goals. It’s not just about carbon-neutral, but restoring natural systems.
In Episode 4, we discuss the shift in supply chains, how transparency and consumer trends are forcing the transition from black box to glass box. We dive into the paradigm of “old school leadership” versus "new-school styles", including two examples of new-school leaders at Starbucks. Also, Lauren describes why she considers herself a rebel and how she uses influence and change management in complex initiatives to deliver effective outcomes at scale in a large, global supply chain organization.
To learn more about Lauren and Starbucks, please visit the links~> Lauren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenacoba/. Starbucks: https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/sustainability
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Feb 5, 2020 • 21min
Exploring Technology in the Circular Economy, AI, Circular Supply Chains at Apple, the Future of Mobility, Is Sustainability the Wrong Angle, and Why Rebels are Important in the Supply Chain Revolution with James George (Ellen MacArthur Foundation)
In Episode 3, we speak with James George from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. We covered so much that we feature his discussion in a two-part series to learn more about the work he does, to dive deeper into circular concepts, supply chain transformation, network partnerships, and discuss transitioning toward a new global economy.
A challenge can be getting inspired and getting started in circular and supply chain transformation. James is passionate about the circular transition and inspiring others in new ways of thinking about supply chain, materials, and technology. He engages opportunities across industries to help organizations connect with the right programs, platforms, and partners with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.
In Episode 3, James discusses examples of circular business model successes happening right now, including Apple's transition to circular supply chains using product-as-a-service, and the future of mobility! This episode is packed with resources you can use in your own journey including where to find key collateral for your transformation in the domains of technology, innovation, digital, supply chain, material science, partnerships, culture, leadership, and being a REBEL!
If you missed the part 1, visit Episode 2! It's all about new global leaders! It’s changing folks! James describes his journey, the types of leaders who are successful in transformation, and why rebels are essential in changing the world we share.
To Learn more about James and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, please visit the links below: James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-george-20995b75/. EMF: https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/
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Feb 3, 2020 • 12min
Episode 2 - Exploring New Global Leaders in the Supply Chain Revolution and Circular Economy Fundamentals with James George (Ellen MacArthur Foundation)
In Episode 2, we speak with James George from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation in a two-part series. James is passionate about the circular transition and inspiring others in new ways of thinking about supply chain, materials, and technology. He engages opportunities across industries to help organizations connect with the right programs, platforms, and partners with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.
This episode is all about new global leaders! It’s changing folks! James describes his journey, the types of leaders who are successful in transformation, and why rebels are essential in changing the world we share. Because we covered so much, we will feature his discussion in a two-part series to learn more about the work he does, to dive deeper into circular concepts, and discuss transitioning toward a new global economy. A challenge can be getting inspired and getting started in circular and supply chain transformation. In part 2 (Episode 3), James discusses examples of circular business model successes happening right now and resources you can use in your own journey. You won’t want to miss it!
To Learn more about James and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, please visit the links below: James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-george-20995b75/ EMF: https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/
Links to find us, connect, and explore: Website: https://www.supplychainrevolution.com/
