Innovation Day US
Innovation Day 2025 October 2, University of Chicago

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.

WHY YOU
SHOULDN'T
MISS IT

Explore game-changing trends in global logistics and supply chain custom Border
Connect and expand your network with industry experts custom Border
Unlock strategies for competitive advantage custom Border
Elevate innovation with cutting-edge technology custom Border
  • Explore game-changing trends in global logistics and supply chain

    Explore game-changing
    trends     in global logistics
    and supply chain

  • Connect and expand your network with industry experts

    Connect and expand
    your network     with
    industry experts

  • Unlock strategies for competitive advantage

    Unlock strategies
    for competitive
    advantage

  • Elevate innovation with cutting-edge technology

    Elevate innovation
    with cutting-edge
    technology

200+

Attendees

Guests

75+

Companies

Companies

15+

Breakout Sessions

Breakout Sessions

2025 Topics at a Glance

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:

  • Customer-Centric Supply Chains
  • Resilience in a Volatile World
  • AI in Action

  • Customer-Centric Supply Chains

    Uncover how industry leaders are leveraging supply chain execution to deliver exceptional customer experiences, support omnichannel fulfillment, and build long-term brand loyalty.

  • Resilience in
    a Volatile World

    Explore strategies for creating agile, future-ready operations through proactive risk management, flexible network design, and adaptive workforce models.

  • AI in Action

    See how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing supply chain performance—across planning, labor, warehouse, and transportation—with real-world use cases and measurable results.

LEARN FROM THESE LEADERS
AND GAME CHANGERS

  • Paula Natoli

    Paula
    Natoli

    Director,
    Global Strategic Industries,
    Supply Chain & Logistics
    Google
     
  • Kevin Byrne

    Kevin
    Byrne

    Vice President
    North America
    Logistics Service Providers
    Blue Yonder
     
  • Keith Goldsmith

    Keith
    Goldsmith

    CEO
    RealCold

     
  • Josh Owen

    Josh
    Owen

    Co-founder & CEO
    Cycle Labs

     
  • Tammy Lloyd

    Tammy
    Lloyd

    Director of IT Enterprise
    Applications
    Pegasus Logistics Group
     
  • Chirag Modi

    Chirag
    Modi

    President
    Brightstarcare

     
  • Christopher Lafaire

    Chris
    Lafaire

    CIO
    Arcadia

     
  • Erik Todeschini

    Erik
    Todeschini

    Sr. Business
    Consultant
    Honeywell
     
  • Mark Gordon

    Mark
    Gordon

    Senior Director, Supply
    Chain Solutions
    Anaplan
     
  • Andy Hunter

    Andy
    Hunter

    Sr. Director Supply,
    Chain Practice Lead
    Connors Group
     
  • Jordan Roberts

    Jordan
    Roberts

    Account Manager,
    Supply Chain
    Connors Group
     
  • Shari Christofferson

    Shari
    Christofferson

    President
    Connect RF

     
  • Jay Wheelington

    Jay
    Wheelington

    System Administrator
    Dicks Sporting Goods

     
  • AK Schultz

    AK
    Schultz

    CEO
    SVT Robotics

     
  • Kyle McNerney

    Kyle
    McNerney

    VP, Software Solutions
    Hy-Tek

     
  • Naomi Marti

    Naomi
    Marti

    Sr. Director
    Partner Channel
    Hy-Tek

     
  • Nate Kent

    Nate
    Kent

    Account Executive
    Connors Group

     
  • Scott Hall

    Scott
    Hall

    VP Strategic Solutions
    Legion

     

Join Us for a Pre-Event Dinner
at Smith & Wollensky

POST EVENT

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

AGENDA

Wednesday, October 1st
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Smith and Wollensky

Pre-Event Dinner at Smith & Wollensky

Thursday, October 2nd
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Netlogistik

Scott Zickert

Managing Partner
Netlogistik

and
Jagan Reddy

Managing Partner
Netlogistik

Welcome to Innovation Day

Honeywell

Erik Todeschini

Sr. Business Consultant
Honeywell

AI in Action

Anaplan

Mark Gordon

Senior Director, Supply Chain Solutions
Anaplan

From Disruption to Decision:
How AI is Reshaping Supply
Chain Planning

Cycle labs Pegasus

Josh Owen

Co-founder & CEO
Cycle Labs

and
Tammy Lloyd

Director of IT Enterprise Applications
Pegasus Logistics Group

From Risk to Resilience:
Why Test Automation is
Becoming the Default in
Complex Supply Chains

Connors Group

Andy Hunter

Sr. Director, Supply Chain Practice Lead
Connors Group

and
Jordan Roberts

Account Manager, Supply Chain
Connors Group

Maximizing the Return on
Talent: Closing Leadership
Gaps Across the Network

Connect RF

Shari Christofferson

President
Connect RF

Transforming IT Operations
for Automation and AI

Stay Tuned – full Agenda Coming Soon!

End Innovation Day with
a Chicago Riverwalk
Boat Experience

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.

secure your seat now
PRE EVENT
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

NEARBY ACCOMMODATION OPTION FOR INNOVATION DAY ATTENDEES

For your stay during Innovation Day, we recommend the following nearby hotel, conveniently located close to the event venue.

OUR SPONSORS

Diamond

Blue Yonder

platinum

Honeywell
Cycle Labs
Anaplan

gold

Connors Group
Connect
Hy-tek

Register Now
for Free

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