Training
Training
The Professional Development committee provides highly effective training for our members and their organizations, with specific focus on best practice sharing, leadership development, and supply chain practice certification.
Our mission is accomplished by:
- Coordinating quality General Meeting presentations by leading supply chain professions
- Delivering best in class ISM certification programs
- Arranging relevant and timely supply chain skills development classes
- Maintaining a strong Centers of Excellence Team
Our profession is advancing rapidly and changing almost daily, posing new challenges to the supply management professional. As our industry evolves, so does ISM training. We are the only supply management association that provides training in all areas of our supply management profession.
We stay on top of trends and changes to keep our training relevant to what our members expect and need for success. With globally-recognized training programs, ISM education is respected across industries within supply management.
To see all upcoming events, please visit the Education Calendar.
Professional Development
Sponsor 3 Events/Quarterly
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Upcoming Events
May
28
2026
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Why Negotiation Outperforms Competitive Bidding - The Data-Backed Case
MEMBER WEBINAR
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:
Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your procurement approach and deliver measurable impact.
May
28
2026
Chapter Meeting
ISM-Houston: Connections in Bloom: Summer Kickoff Social
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
June
09
2026
Chapter Meeting
ISM-Houston: President Installation, Scholarship & Awards Ceremony
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