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

May

28

2026

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Why Negotiation Outperforms Competitive Bidding - The Data-Backed Case

Discover why negotiation outperforms traditional bidding—and how you can apply it today.

In this dynamic session, you’ll learn:

  • The Evidence: Grounded in peer-reviewed research, see how negotiation consistently drives more value, innovation, and speed compared to competitive bidding.
  • The Framework: Explore the SMARTnership and NegoEconomics models—proven approaches that can unlock up to 42% additional value in procurement agreements.
  • Immediate Application: Walk away with practical tools and strategies to shift from lowest-price wins to trust-based, collaborative negotiations that benefit all stakeholders.

    Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your procurement approach and deliver measurable impact.

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    May

    28

    2026

    Chapter Meeting

    ISM-Houston: Connections in Bloom: Summer Kickoff Social

    Connections in Bloom: Summer Kickoff is ISM-Houston’s end-of-year networking social, bringing together supply management professionals to celebrate our community and look ahead to the season ahead. Join us for a relaxed, professional evening designed to spark new relationships, reconnect with peers, and highlight what’s blooming next for our chapter as we close out the program year.

    Meet members from across Houston’s key industries, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections in a welcoming environment, keeping the focus on authentic, easy networking.

    Kick off summer with fresh energy, new contacts, and a celebration of the growth happening across ISM-Houston.

    Location
    Kirby Ice House
    1700 Lake Robbins Dr
    The Woodlands, TX 77380 

    Sponsor: 295 ISM—Houston, Inc.
    Kirby Ice House
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    June

    09

    2026

    Chapter Meeting

    ISM-Houston: President Installation, Scholarship & Awards Ceremony

    Installation of Leadership • Awards Recognition • Scholarships • LDF Graduation

    Join us as we celebrate the close of the 2025–2026 program year and look ahead to an exciting new chapter for ISM-Houston. This special evening will honor the accomplishments of our members and officially install the leaders who will guide our organization into the 2026–2027 program year.

    During the event, we will install ISM-Houston’s 106th President, along with the incoming Board of Directors and Committee Chairs, acknowledging their commitment to advancing our profession and strengthening our community. We will also recognize outstanding members whose contributions have made a meaningful impact throughout the year, award scholarships to deserving students, and celebrate the graduates of the Leadership Development Forum (LDF) for their dedication to professional growth.

    This is a night of recognition, inspiration, and connection, a moment to honor excellence, welcome new leadership, and celebrate the bright future ahead for ISM-Houston.

    Location
    Norris Conference Centers
    816 Town and Country Blvd
    Houston, TX 77024 

    Sponsor: 295 ISM—Houston, Inc.
    Norris Conference Centers
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    Supply Management News & Reports

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    Procurement Revolutionary

    May 13, 2026
    Articles

    J. Shipman Gold Medal Award winner Farryn Melton has spent her career building best-in-class organizations by developing strategy, connecting across the value chain and positioning the function as a driver of business performance.

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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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    Learn from the Creator of AIM & DRIVE

    As supply chain leaders face increasing pressure to deliver measurable value, the need to combine structured cost strategy with digital capability has never been greater. Closing that gap requires both a proven process and the right technology.

    Through ISM's Total Cost Solution class, taught live by Jimmy Anklesaria, ISM members gain direct access to the AIM & DRIVE? process and a complimentary 30 day AIMDRIVE-AI trial subscription. Participants leave with both the strategic framework and the digital platform needed to strengthen cost insight, improve supplier conversations, and drive sustainable savings.

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