ISM-Akron, Inc.

A Chapter of the Institute for Supply Management working together to advance the profession of supply management.

Akron's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—Akron, Inc. is a local chapter of Institute for Supply Management®.

ISM—Akron was established in 1922 and has members from businesses throughout Summit, Stark, Portage, and Cuyahoga counties. It is our goal to make ISM—Akron, Inc. the premiere supply professional organization in Northeast Ohio. It is our mission to educate, serve, and develop our members so that they will continue to provide value, opportunity, and cost reduction for the local business interests they represent. By working hand-in-hand with local universities and businesses, we hope to discover needs, recognize future opportunities for growth and service to build on the value of our Supply Management profession.

 

Upcoming Events

June

01-03

2025

EVENT

ISM World 2025 (In-Person)

The ISM World in-person experience gives you the opportunity to be face-to-face with thought leaders, peers and suppliers and have dedicated time to build your network and expand your knowledge on critical topics impacting the supply management profession. Get inspired by amazing keynotes, interact in engaging breakout sessions and have fun swapping supply chain “wins” (and war stories) in a variety of attendee celebrations and small group experiences.

 

THINK YOU WANT THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS? Consider the ISM World all-access pass. Learn more. Read more about the All Access Pass

Orlando, FL
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June

02

2025

EVENT

ISM World 2025 Monday

Can’t get away for more than a day? This is the perfect option to get a full day and night of learning and networking. This can also be a great solution for those looking for a more budget-friendly option. Select your preferred day, either Monday, June 2 or Tuesday, June 3 to access: one General Session, day’s breakout sessions, Innovation Park exhibit and supplier content, Spark Lab for networking, an evening networking event and the day’s conference included meals.

Orlando, FL
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June

03

2025

EVENT

ISM World 2025 Tuesday

Can’t get away for more than a day? This is the perfect option to get a full day and night of learning and networking. This can also be a great solution for those looking for a more budget-friendly option. Select your preferred day, either Monday, June 2 or Tuesday, June 3 to access: one General Session, day’s breakout sessions, Innovation Park exhibit and supplier content, Spark Lab for networking, an evening networking event and the day’s conference included meals.

Orlando, FL
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Your membership in ISM will provide a powerful path to stay connected, engaged, and up-to-date with everything happening in supply management. Serious procurement and supply chain professionals are dedicated to staying in the know about their profession and staying at the top of their game. An ISM membership will provide you with that and more.

More than 100 years of experience speaks for itself – ISM can help you succeed. It's our mission.

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ISM World 2025 Registration Open

Join your peers in Orlando, Florida, June 1-3, 2025. The ISM World Annual Conference is a world-class event designed to inspire fresh thinking and provide an educational experience that unites thought leaders, supply chain and procurement professionals, and the innovative suppliers that support them.

You'll leave with new connections, fresh insights, and the inspiration to spark new ideas within your professional community. Register today for the best rates!

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Join the Report On Business®  Survey Panel

ISM®'s Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital Report On Business® gather data monthly through surveys of supply management professionals participating in the Business Survey Committee.

Participation in the survey panel provides many benefits:

  • Receive a copy of the just-released Report On Business® graphical data
  • Directly see how your contribution affects the markets each month
  • Earn Continuing Education Hours

Click the link below to submit your information and someone will reach out to connect for a quick virtual call!

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