I received an invitation from IBM to join their Futurist “think tank” community.
This Community consists of 50 handpicked industry leaders selected based on their field expertise, social presence, and engagement in the Commerce conversation, including supply chain and procurement.
They indicated that they reached out to me because they have been following my coverage of the industry, and view me as a top eCommerce expert and influencer, and among the top 6 in terms of evolving procurement practice.
They are flying me down to Orlando the first week of October – all expenses paid, to participate in a round table discussion with other thought leaders. Needless to say, I am honored and grateful for the opportunity.
I am also excited about being able to connect with other industry thought leaders so that I can add even greater value and expanded insight to the contents of this blog.
Stay tuned.
In the meantime, follow the IBM Futurist Community on Twitter with #NewWaveToEngage
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Gleason, Robert (DGS)
September 23, 2016
That is the best news I have had all month. and a long, grueling month
Congratulations – I am excited for you
I believe it means a lot to many of us out here laboring in the procurement vineyards knowing you will be our voice in such an esteemed community of voices
take plenty of bug (mosquito) spray. Best. Bob
piblogger
September 23, 2016
Thank you, Bob.
As I said before, I am both honored and humbled.
I am also excited about the opportunity to introduce the ideas and visions of the other thought leaders into this blog.
As for IBM, what a great job at facilitating the conversations that need to happen to move our industry forward in the coming future.
Wally Corr
October 11, 2016
Will be delighted to have access to those insights. Am a procurement officer and at the same time in love with IBM products.