ISM-Houston, Inc.

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

Houston's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals

ISM—Houston, Inc. is the Houston, Texas chapter of the Institute for Supply Management. ISM—Houston supports and drives the success of supply management professionals through training and development programs and networking opportunities.

We are currently 1200+ members strong and have 800+ members that hold one or more ISM Professional Certifications. Our members represent the thriving area industries of Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Healthcare, Construction, and many others.

 

Upcoming Events

September

17

2025

Chapter Webinar

ISM-Houston INCOTERMS Choosing the Best Terms in Today’s Disruptive Trade Environment

Understanding and choosing the best INCO Terms for your transactions in the current disruptive trade environment.

International Commercial Terms are a set of standard trade terms established by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). They define the responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international trade contracts, clarifying who is responsible for costs, risks, and tasks associated with the delivery of goods.

Sponsor: 295 ISM—Houston, Inc.
Online
John Hark

September

24

2025

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Houston Reciprocity Network

What You’ll Learn:

  • Principles of Reciprocity – Explore what it means to be rooted in reciprocity and discover how giving more can create a stronger, more resilient network.
  • Developing Genuine Relationships – Practice strategies for building authentic connections grounded in mutual interests and shared goals.
  • Actionable Networking Strategies – Gain practical tools and techniques you can put into practice immediately to start expanding your network.
Sponsor: 295 ISM—Houston, Inc.
Texas A&M Univ Mays Business School - CityCentre -
Meagan Turk

October

13

2025

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Houston October 2025 PDM

October 2025 Professional Development Meeting (PDM)

Location: Norris Conference Center - 816 Town and Country Blvd #210 Houston TX 77024

Are you a full-time student? Contact ISM Member Services for special pricing. 480.752.6276 option 8.

Note: edu.com/org email required for verification. 10 student slots available.

Sponsor: 295 ISM—Houston, Inc.
Norris Conference Center

Our Sponsors for 2024 - 2025

Supply Management News & Reports

Avoiding Pitfalls in the AI Jungle

September 10, 2025
Articles
  • For supply chain professionals and freight companies, the path to a ‘golden opportunity’ is often littered with hazards.

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  • Prescient, Market-Moving Indicator

    September 10, 2025
    Articles
    Member Only
    From employment to inflation, the monthly ISM® PMI® Reports (formerly the ISM® Report On Business®) have been ‘where you see it first,’ thanks to survey panelists who are on the front lines of the U.S. economy.
  • ‘Strategic Synergy’ to Bridge the C-Suite Divide

    September 10, 2025
    Articles
    Member Only
    In today’s volatile and hyper-connected business landscape, a CFO and chief supply chain officer collaboration combines financial discipline with operational agility.
  • A Revolutionary Transition

    September 10, 2025
    Articles
    Member Only
    Experts offer insights on how technology — particularly data, artificial intelligence (AI) and AI agents — will not only shape the future of supply management, but also ‘scale and future-proof’ businesses.

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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.

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Unlock AI for Smarter Supply Chain Decisions

The AI Playbook for Supply Chain Professionals is your practical guide to using AI to drive smarter decisions. From supplier negotiations to risk management, this on-demand toolkit offers real-world examples, ready-to-use prompts, and expert strategies tailored to the profession. Learn how to apply AI confidently and effectively-no technical background required.

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