In this episode of the Supply Chaney Podcast, Nathan Chaney speaks with Andrea Walbert, managing partner of the Production Management Institute (PMI) in Germany. They discuss Andrea's unique journey into the supply chain industry, her experiences as a woman in a male-dominated field, and her current work in transforming supply chain education. Andrea emphasizes the importance of networking and community in the industry, sharing insights on how to support and mentor the next generation of supply chain professionals.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Andrea Walbert and Her Journey02:26 Growing Up in Germany: Cultural Influences04:27 Education and Early Career in Supply Chain08:09 Navigating a Male-Dominated Industry10:03 The Intersection of IT and Supply Chain Management10:11 The Evolution of Supply Chain Education17:11 Andrea's Journey with PMI and Teaching22:45 Women in Supply Chain: Challenges and Opportunities Surgere is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney Podcast for 2025. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.

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