
Innovation Day is a dynamic event designed to inspire, educate, and connect professionals who are passionate about driving innovation in supply chain management. This exclusive event is dedicated to fostering meaningful conversations and collaborations between leading companies and cutting-edge solution providers in the supply chain domain.
Explore game-changing
trends in global logistics
and supply chain
Connect and expand
your network with
industry experts
Unlock strategies
for competitive
advantage
Elevate innovation
with cutting-edge
technology
Guests
Companies
Breakout Sessions
Innovation Day 2025 offers a well-rounded, immersive experience through three thoughtfully
curated tracks, each focused on a critical pillar of modern supply chain strategy:
Uncover how industry leaders are leveraging supply chain execution to deliver exceptional customer experiences, support omnichannel fulfillment, and build long-term brand loyalty.
Explore strategies for creating agile, future-ready operations through proactive risk management, flexible network design, and adaptive workforce models.
See how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing supply chain performance—across planning, labor, warehouse, and transportation—with real-world use cases and measurable results.

Start your Innovation Day experience with a special
dinner at a classic steakhouse with great views of the Chicago River. It’s the perfect setting to enjoy good food and connect with industry leaders before the main event.
Date: October 1st Time: 6:00 p.m.
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today for an unforgettable evening that blends culinary delights with professional networking. Reserve your place now
Wednesday, October 1st
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Pre-Event Dinner at Smith & Wollensky
Thursday, October 2nd
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Scott Zickert
Managing Partner
&
Jagan Reddy
9:00 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.
Welcome to Innovation Day ROOM A
Keith Goldsmith KEyNOTE speaker
CEO
9:05 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Omni-Channel Unchained: How Flexible
Inventory Powers Smarter Fulfillment ROOM A
Paula Natoli KEyNOTE speaker
Director, Global Strategic Industries,
9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Forging the Supply Chain Future:
Moving AI from Buzzword to Business Value ROOM A
Kevin Byrne
Vice President - North America Logistics Service ProvidersBen Stephenson
VP Presales
&
Dave Harrelson
10:00 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.
Panel Discussion:
Transforming Omni-Channel
Commerce - Reimagining
the Customer Experience ROOM A
BREAK /
10:40 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Chirag Modi
President
11:00 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.
Labor Economics and Demographic Shifts:
What They Mean for Supply Chain Resilience ROOM A
Scott Jennings
Supply Chain Domain Advisory
11:25 a.m. - 11:55 a.m.
From Disruption to Decision: How AI is
Reshaping Supply Chain Planning ROOM A
Josh Owen
Founder, President and Executive Chairman
&
Tammy Lloyd
11:55 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.
From Risk to Resilience: Why Test Automation is
Becoming the Default in Complex Supply Chains ROOM A
LUNCH /
12:25 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.
Erik Todeschini
Sr. Business Consultant
1:35 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.
AI in Action ROOM A
Kyle McNerney
VP, Software Solutions
&
Naomi Marti
1:35 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.
BlueStar’s Warehouse Automation
Journey with Hy-Tek + IntraOne ROOM B
Dave Harrelson
CRO
&
Josh Kloehn
2:05 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
From Risk to Resilience:
Building a Scalable
E-Commerce
Integration Strategy ROOM A
Robby Moss
Vice President, Business Development - Moviynt Division
2:05 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Edge Resilience: Keep Work
Moving When Things Break ROOM B
Jordan Roberts
Account Manager, Supply Chain
2:30 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
Maximizing the Return on Talent:
Closing Leadership Gaps
Across the Network ROOM A
Raman Parthasarathy
Owner Sipra Consulting
2:30 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
Resilient Supply Chains in a Volatile World ROOM B
BREAK /
2:55 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Shari Christofferson
President
&
Jay Wheelington
3:15 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.
Transforming IT Operations for
Automation and AI ROOM A
Prashanth Dharawath
Co-founder
3:15 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.
Beyond Chat:
Actionable Interfaces with AI ROOM B
Nate Kent
Account Executive
&
Scott Hall
3:40 p.m. - 4:05 p.m.
Intelligent Automation:
Perfecting the Schedule ROOM A
AK Schultz
CEO
3:40 p.m. - 4:05 p.m.
Experience-Driven Operations ROOM B
Enjoy a relaxing evening cruise along the iconic Chicago River as we wrap up Innovation Day with stunning views, great conversations, great food, and a unique perspective of the city.
Date: October 2nd Time: 6:00 p.m.
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