32: Encouragement in Supply Chain Camille Batiste on How One Conversation Changes Everything

In this episode of the She Supply Chains Podcast, Camille Batiste, President of the Blackman Grant Group, shares her incredible journey from chemical engineer to global supply chain leader. Camille draws on her powerhouse corporate career at companies like Honeywell and ADM to discuss her bold leap into business ownership and her current mission of investing in small businesses and the next generation of industry trailblazers. Her profound leadership has been widely recognized, earning her spots on the White House National Infrastructure Advisory Council and as the Board Chair for the Institute for Supply Management. Camille opens up about her passion for mentoring mid-career professionals and breaking through corporate ceilings. She breaks down the power of a growth mindset, famously likening career momentum to a GPS: it only gives you directions once you actually start driving. Leaving listeners with an inspiring framework for life, she challenges us all to take action and live a life that makes both our 8-year-old and 80-year-old selves proud.   ✨ Connect with Camille! 📱LinkedIn | Camille Batiste 💻 Learn more on the topics discussed here: Fast Company - Why Your Career Path is Like a GPS (And How to Keep Moving) Black Enterprise - Investing in Small Businesses and Diverse Leadership Pipelines ✨ Connect with us! 🎟️ Elevate Your Career: Sign up for our Networking Masterclass! (June 11, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST) 📱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