Supply Chain Forum
Transform the industry
For more than 25 years, the Supply Chain Forum has connected industry leaders with ideas, talent and each other. Hosted twice a year by the Global Supply Chain Institute (GSCI), it brings together executives, faculty, and rising professionals to benchmark best practices, explore cutting-edge innovations and recruit top talent.
The upcoming Spring 2026 Supply Chain Forum is scheduled for April 21–23, 2026.
The Supply Chain Forum is the flagship partnership opportunity offered by UT’s Global Supply Chain Institute.
Twice a year, the forum brings together hundreds of supply chain professionals from more than 80 leading organizations for three days of thought leadership, collaboration, and connection. Through main sessions, interactive breakouts, and networking opportunities, participants explore the latest challenges and innovations shaping global supply chains.
As a member-only event, the forum provides exclusive access to:
- World-class insights from Haslam’s globally ranked supply chain management faculty
- High-potential student talent, including undergraduate Scholars of Distinction, MBA and Master of Science students, and leaders from other SCM-specific student organizations
- Peer collaboration with senior leaders and practitioners driving transformation across industries.
The Supply Chain Forum is more than an event. It empowers companies to learn, network, and recruit in an ever-evolving global marketplace.
“Two areas where organizations routinely benefit from GSCI partnership are talent development opportunities, along with meaningful learning and networking experiences for leaders across our supply chain. The experience of meeting students early in their development and getting the chance to influence their growth and development as they prepare to enter the workforce is very rewarding.”
Peter Anderson
Global Supply Chain Lead, Genpact
Supply Chain Forum
Benefits
Learn
As part of a premier business college, Haslam’s GSCI’s Supply Chain Forum prioritizes meaningful, research-driven content over commercial agendas. Join this distinctive community of supply chain leaders and academics to exchange insights and tackle the most pressing real-world challenges in the field.
Network
Each Supply Chain Forum draws hundreds of professionals from leading companies across the nation. Connect with this network of top industry and academic thought leaders to explore, discuss and debate the latest trends and innovations in supply chain management.
Recruit
Meet and interview top-performing undergraduate and graduate students for internships and full-time supply chain roles. Members gain exclusive access to start early career conversations with Haslam’s Supply Chain Management Scholars of Distinction.
Supply Chain Forum
Upcoming Dates
Spring 2026
April 21-23
Fall 2026
November 3-5
Spring 2027
Dates coming soon
“The speakers and content at the Supply Chain Forum are reason enough to return, but it’s the hands-on training, networking and practical, applicable learning and exercises that make the forum truly pay off for me.”
Rob McIntosh
Senior Vice President, Dell Global Operations
Supply Chain Forum
Partnership Opportunities
GSCI offers two membership options: basic and premium. Partners represent large, mid-sized and small companies, as well as a broad spectrum of industries, including manufacturers, retailers and service providers.
Basic
Forum
Five seats at each forum (two annually)
Learning
- 15 percent discount on executive education, including SCM Academies
Recruiting
- Opportunities to interact with classes and groups and submit student projects
- Concierge recruiting assistance
- Payment waived for the SCM Career Expo
Research
- Recommend white paper topics
Payment
- One-year commitment is $20,000 per year
- Three-year commitment and payment earns a 10% discount for a total of $54,000
Premium
Forum
Eight seats at each forum (two annually)
Learning
- Two seats in the SCM Leadership, Finance, Planning, or Procurement Academies
- 15% discount on executive education (non-degree)
Recruiting
- Priority access to classes, groups and student project submissions
- Priority registration for networking events
- Payment waived for the SCM Career Fair and SCM Career Expo
- Concierge recruiting assistance
Research
- Recommend white paper topics
- Engage in research and partnerships
Payment
- One-year commitment is $30,000 per year
- Three-year commitment and payment earns a 10% discount for a total of $81,000
Become a Supply Chain Forum member and explore how GSCI can advance your global supply chain initiatives. Contact the GSCI to get started!