EPISODE · Dec 8, 2025 · 46 MIN
56: Business First Supply Chain Strategy with John Church
from She Supply Chains · host Supply Chain Experts | Katie Holman & Courtney Andersen
Supply chain leadership is the focus this week as we welcome John Church, whose career at General Mills spans over three decades of guiding everything from product development to global strategy. Known for his servant leadership style, John excels at connecting business agendas with operational execution while mentoring the next generation of industry leaders. In this conversation, John reflects on his journey from developing Multigrain Cheerios to leading massive integrations like the Pillsbury acquisition and ultimately serving as Chief Supply Chain Officer. He shares why the basics of the industry still hold true despite changes in technology and speed, the essential nature of servant leadership, and how his transition into board leadership has provided a fresh perspective on guiding complex organizations. ✨ Connect with John! 📱LinkedIn - John 💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: Darden Ideas to Action (2026) Korn Ferry: Featured Insights (2025) ✨ Connect with us! 📱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
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Supply chain leadership is the focus this week as we welcome John Church, whose career at General Mills spans over three decades of guiding everything from product development to global strategy. Known for his servant leadership style, John excels at connecting business agendas with operational execution while mentoring the next generation of industry leaders. In this conversation, John reflects on his journey from developing Multigrain Cheerios to leading massive integrations like the Pillsbury acquisition and ultimately serving as Chief Supply Chain Officer. He shares why the basics of the industry still hold true despite changes in technology and speed, the essential nature of servant leadership, and how his transition into board leadership has provided a fresh perspective on guiding complex organizations. ✨ Connect with John! 📱LinkedIn - John 💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: Darden Ideas to Action (2026) Korn Ferry: Featured Insights (2025) ✨ Connect with us! 📱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
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