Leading Through Disruption – Supply Chain Strategies That Work
Global supply chains now more than ever face mounting pressure from geopolitical shifts, material shortages, fuel supply disruptions, price increases, and evolving customer expectations. This focused session equips those working in manufacturing, logistics or supply chain with practical insights on how to build resilience, diversify sourcing strategies, and turn disruption into a competitive advantage. Walk away with actionable approaches you can apply immediately, whether you’re navigating current challenges or future-proofing your operations.
12.30 Opening Address & Welcome
12.40 Lorcan Sheehan, CEO of PerformanSC Supply Chain Consultancy
13.00 Brian Murphy, Founder of Global Trade, Customs Consultant
13.20 Daniel Stanton, Author of Supply Chain for Dummies, US based Supply Chain Guru
13.40 Question & Answer Session
Presenters:
1.Brian Murphy
BioCo-Founder @ Customs Window Technologies. Automating compliant cross border E Commerce datasets. Member of Irish Customs CCC. Director @Customs Window Technologies Director @Global Trade Ltd.
2.Lorcan Sheehan
Passionate about driving supply chain excellence through improved supply chain design and a relentless focus on execution. Excited to be the founder and CEO of a new enterprise that will support organizations in their quest for maximum supply chain performance. Over 20 years personal experience in supply chain, operations, marketing and finance roles in a global environment, working with the world’s leading technology, consumer and healthcare brands. Recognized thought leader in international supply chain best practices. Specialties: Corporate Strategy, International Operations Management, Outsource management, Business development, Market Segmentation and Targeting, Service Development, Supply Chain Management, eCommece, Customer care, commercial financial services, General Management.
3.Daniel Stanton
Daniel Stanton is a globally recognized expert in supply chain management, project management, and logistics, known to many as “Mr. Supply Chain.” A U.S. Navy veteran and MIT graduate, he is the author of Supply Chain Management For Dummies and has taught more than three million learners through his popular LinkedIn Learning courses. Daniel is a Lecturer at the University of Arkansas and a doctoral student at Cranfield University, where his research focuses on the role of trust in building supply chain resilience. He is currently writing a new book on Supply Chain 5.0, scheduled to be published by Kogan Page in April 2026. Passionate about strengthening the global supply chain community, Daniel works with companies, educators, and policymakers worldwide to advance the practice and impact of supply chain management.
Date:
19th May 2026
Cost:
FREE to Attend
Time:
12.30pm to 2.00pm
Venue:
Online
For more information please contact skillnet@waterfordchamber.ie
This webinar is a collaboration between Waterford Chamber Skillnet, CILT Mobility & Supply Chain Skillnet, and Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet.
Who is eligible to apply for this training programme?
Private sector or commercial semi-state enterprises only.
Unfortunately the following organisations are not eligible:
- Public sector organisations,
- Charity or Not-for-Profit Organisations, and
- Companies based outside the Republic of Ireland
