3: Nonprofit Supply Chain: Demand Planning for a Greater Good with Erika Thiem

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Erika Thiem, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Feeding America, joins hosts Katie and Courtney to discuss what it takes to redirect industrial-scale operations toward a massive humanitarian mission. Erika opens up about her personal and professional transition from the corporate sector to a mission-driven nonprofit, breaking down the unique challenges of applying traditional logistics expertise to a charitable footprint. She emphasizes that fighting food insecurity requires sophisticated operational frameworks, diving into the critical roles that demand planning, modern technology, and clean data play in optimizing food rescue networks. Erika highlights how vital ecosystem collaboration and strategic partnerships are to keeping supply chains moving, while addressing the specific resource-management hurdles that nonprofits face. Finally, she shares valuable leadership insights, reflects on her own career development, and offers advice for professionals looking to leverage their supply chain skills for social good. ✨ Connect with Erika & Support the Mission! 📱LinkedIn | Erika Thiem 🌾 Support the Cause | Feeding America 🍽️ Get Involved | Resources To End Hunger 💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here:  Supply Chain Brain - The Logistics of Food Rescue and Non-Profit Cold Chains Harvard Business Review - Transitioning Your Skills from Corporate Executive to Non-Profit Leader ✨ Connect with us! 📧 Don't Miss an Update: Join our community mailing list! (Insert mailing list link) 📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-supply-chains/ 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shesupplychainspodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shesupplychainspodcast 🎧 Call to Action Follow She Supply Chains on your favorite podcast app Leave us a review — it helps more listeners find the show Share this episode with someone you think would love it