ISM—Carolinas-Virginia, Inc.
An ISM Chapter connecting and empowering supply chain professionals to advance individual, and community success.
Carolina-Virginia's Leading Supply Chain Management Professionals
Welcome to the ISM—Carolinas-Virginia website. ISM—CV was established in 1920 and for over 100 years has provided an organization for procurement and supply management professionals across North & South Carolina and Virginia. With a focus on our members and profession, ISM—CV is committed to offering world-class educational training and development programs, networking conferences, and opportunities for members to get involved and contribute to the members of our great profession.
The enhanced website features vital Supply Chain contents, news section, dynamic events calendar, and ISM—CV satellite’s content. It will make keeping track of events easier and will give our membership valuable content for ISM and ISM—CV.
Preparing members and professionals to serve their respective organizations and the profession is the goal of ISM—CV. If you are not a member of ISM—CV, we encourage you to join us and bring your skills and knowledge to ISM—CV leaning in and being part of this great organization.
For upcoming event details and registration hosted by ISM—CV, please visit the Education Calendar.
For upcoming event details and registration with other chapters, please visit the Other Education Opportunites page.
Upcoming Events
October
21
2026
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
Member Orientation
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Orientation
This webinar provides knowledge regarding the many benefits that come with being a part of the ISM community. Join us and learn about the essential tools, vibrant community, and exceptional learning that enhances your professional development. You'll also gain insight into the array of programs, services, and resources that are available to you through your membership.
January
07
2027
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only
ISM's Economic Update with Anirban Basu, Ph.D.
MEMBER WEBINAR
ISM's Economic Update with Anirban Basu, Ph.D.
Anirban Basu, MPP, MA, JD, Ph.D., Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., will kickoff the year and lead the discussion about current economic indicators and provide an insightful forecast that unveils critical supply chain risks. Topics include:
· Analyzing key factors shaping economic outcomes, including central bank policies, business confidence, and geopolitics.
· Exploring the intricate relationship between business confidence and economic trajectories.
· Gaining unique insights into worker attitudes and their impact on economic trends.
These data-driven insights are essential for senior supply chain leaders and executives seeking to steer their organizations strategically. It's also an opportunity to connect with your fellow supply chain leaders and ISM member community.
Anirban Basu is Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., a Baltimore-based economic and policy consultancy he founded in 2004. He serves the Chief Economist function for many organizations, including the Maryland Bankers Association and Associated Builders and Contractors. The Baltimore Business Journal named him one of the region’s 20 most powerful business leaders in 2010. In 2022, he entered the Daily Record newspaper’s Circle of Influence. He is the Distinguished Economist in Residence at Goucher College, where he teaches History of Economic Thought. He holds four graduate degrees, including a J.D. and a Ph.D.
May
16-18
2027
EVENT
ISM World 2027
EVENT
ISM World 2027
Faith P Mathews, CPSM, C.P.M., Chapter President
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