Supply Chain Innovation Summit
10.22.26 | 1:00PM - 6:00PM | @Accenture
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Join 1871, in partnership with Accenture and Microsoft, for a one-day Supply Chain Innovation Summit that brings together executives, founders, investors, operators, and innovators to explore the technologies, strategies, and trends transforming global supply chains.
8:30 AM
Welcome Breakfast
Networking, coffee, and light breakfast.
9:00 AM
Opening Remarks
Betsy Ziegler, CEO @1871
9:10 AM
Opening Keynote
Lior Ron, CEO & Founder @ Uber Freight
9:55 AM
Supply Chain Finalist Pitches
Cheer on the Supply Chain cohort finalists
11:00 AM
Corporate Innovation Panel
Inside the Enterprise: Leaders Driving Innovation
11:55 AM
Lunch & Networking
12:55 PM
Supply Chain Breakout Sessions
Breakout Session #1
The Future of Logistics: Insights from VC and Startup Leaders
Michael Sachaj, Partner @HPA
Breakout Session #2
Data Foundations for GenAI
Breakout Session #3
Integrating Innovation Solutions with the Corporate Tech Stack
1:55 PM
Startup Expo
2:15 PM
Afternoon Keynote
Jason Weingarten, CEO @ The Alinea Group
3:00 PM
Closing Keynote
Filipe Capella, CEO & Co-Founder @ Loadsmart
3:40 PM
Closing Remarks
3:55 PM
Happy Hour
Location reveal coming soon!
What to Expect
Executive keynote from Microsoft
​State of the Industry conversation with Accenture
​Fast-paced “Short Series” conversations building from workforce impact to full autonomy
​Founder Showcase spotlighting the latest supply chain innovations
​Closing Fireside with a founder building on the edge of what’s next for supply chain
​Networking with founders, corporate leaders, investors, and innovators
​Startup Alley expo booths from 1871’s supply chain startup portfolio, plus a happy hour to keep the conversations going
2023 Summit Agenda
Location: 1871
Agenda for the day includes the following: breakfast, morning fireside chat breakout room workshops, networking lunch, expert panel, pitch showcases, startup booths + tech showcase, afternoon fireside chat, and happy hour.
Welcome breakfast
8:30 AM
Networking, coffee, and light breakfast.
Opening remarks
9:00 AM
1871 CEO Betsy Ziegler
Morning fireside chat
9:30 AM
FoodTech Innovations from Lab to Plate
Hosted by 1871 CEO, Betsy Ziegler
Featuring:
Stephanie Izard, Executive Chef & CEO of This Little Goat
Karuna Rawal, Chief Revenue Officer & Chief Marketing Officer of Nature’s Fynd
Join us as these visionary founders delve into the profound influence of technological advancements across the entire food supply chain, from seed to plate.Â
Supply Chain Panel
10:10 AM
Digital Revolution in Supply Chains: Currency Trends and Future Game- Changers
Moderated by Patty Riedl, Managing Director- North America Supply Chain & Operations Lead for Accenture
Featuring:
Adam Wisniewski, CEO of EX3 Labs
Antonio Orozco, CTO of Deacero
Reid Jackson, Vice President, Innovation & Partnerships of GS1
Michael Sachaj, Senior Principal of HPA
Supply Chain breakout rooms
11:10 AM
From Ideas to Impact: Fostering an Innovation Culture to Create Value
Featuring:
Alli Hofferica, Innovation Principal Director at Accenture
Data- Driven Supply Chains: Unleashing the Power of AI
Featuring:
Alex Castrounis, Founder & CEO of Why of AI
Sumeet Mahajan, Managing Director/Partner, NA Lead- Center for Advanced AI at Accenture
Smart Products, Smarter Supply Chains: The IoT Revolution
Featuring:
Paul Barsamian, Digital Innovation and Thought Leadership Principle Director at Accenture
Rethinking Supply Chains: Adapting to a Changing World
Featuring:
Teran Andes, Managing Director at Accenture
EJ Travella, Managing Director, Supply Chain & AI Sales Lead West at Accenture
How Emerging Technologies are Creating More Efficient and Resilient Supply Chains
Featuring:
Adam Wisniewski, CEO of EX3 Labs
Networking Lunch
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Boxed lunches to move around while you enjoy engaging with our community.
Supply Chain startup pitch showcases
Showcase 1
1:00 PM
Showcase 2
2:00 PM
Discover the best of 1871’s 2023 Supply Chain Innovation Lab cohort during the pitch showcases.
Brace yourself for a front row-seat to the spectacular winners of the Supply Chain Innovation Lab Pitch Competition. Get inspired as you hear how our ingenious founders are revolutionizing the supply chain realm and driving innovation with their supply chain-focused solutions.Â
Supply Chain
startup alley
3:00 PM
Step into the dynamic world of the Supply Chain Innovation Lab’s 2023 cohort, brought to life in an immersive and exhilarating trade show-like extravaganza we proudly call Startup Alley!
Engage with passionate founders, discover their cutting-edge technologies and businesses, and forge meaningful connections with these visionary minds who are crafting the very future of the industry. Don’t miss out on this riveting journey of industry discovery & networking!
Closing fireside chat
4:15 PM
Big Mac to Big Impact: Supply Chain Leadership
Hosted by 1871 CEO, Betsy Ziegler
Featuring:Â
Gail Crockett, Operations and Supply Chain Officer of Cleveland Avenue
Gain valuable insights as Gail shares her journey from overseeing Supply Chain Operations for the world’s largest restaurant chain to her current role, where she collaborates with numerous FoodTech startups to enhance their Supply Chain design, operations, and optimization.Â
Closing remarks
4:50 PM
1871 sends everyone off with warm thanks for joining our celebration of supply chain innovation.
Happy hour
5:00 PM
Enjoy a wind-down from a full day of programming & content.
Happy hour
5:00 PM
Enjoy a wind-down from a full day of programming & content.
