Knowledge management
Knowledge management and knowledge sharing in cross-functional teams
Discussion areas:
- The role of knowledge sharing in organizations from various sectors
- Balancing explicit and tacit knowledge sharing in cross-functional teams
- Disabling and enabling factors in knowledge sharing. Why do people share knowledge or hide it?
- Tools and technologies: the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in knowledge sharing
- Strategies for effective knowledge sharing – overcoming silos
Presentation of panelists and moderators
Kate Revoredo
Senior Researcher , Department of Computer Science, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Germany
Priv.-Doz. Dr. Kate Revoredo is a Senior Researcher at the Chair of Process Management and Information Systems at Humboldt-Universität in Berlin. Mrs. Revoredo specialises in Business Process Management, Data Management, and Information Systems, with a focus on data-centric approaches. With over 100 published scientific contributions, her work has appeared in leading journals such as Information Systems, Computers in Industry, and Machine Learning, as well as in top conferences including BPM and CAiSE. Previously, Mrs. Revoredo served as an Assistant Professor at WU Vienna and as an Associate Professor at the Federal University of the State of Rio de Janeiro.
Priv.-Doz. Dr. Kate Revoredo has taught 25 different courses across various academic levels, including executive education. Mrs. Revoredo finds great satisfaction in designing stimulating and challenging courses that enhance the student learning experience. Mrs. Revoredo also has industry experience as a project manager and database administrator, having worked in governmental organisations and the private sector.
Aylton Vieira
Global Logistics & Finance Leader (Shell), Customer Success Expert, Team Manager
Mr. Aylton Vieira (MBA from St. Gallen Business School) is a seasoned Global Logistics and Finance professional with over 15 years of experience managing international operations, supply chains, and customer success strategies. Currently, he holds a leadership role at Shell, where he oversees global logistics, compliance, and supply chain efficiency, ensuring seamless operations across multiple regions.Throughout his career, Mr. Vieira has successfully managed multicultural teams across EMEA, India, and APAC, optimising costs, driving compliance, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration. His expertise spans Incoterms, international trade, freight forwarding, 3PL/4PL logistics management, and financial risk mitigation in supply chains.
Mr. Vieira has also played a key role in relocating senior positions for precious metals management, resolving broken processes, and implementing robust SOPs, compliance frameworks, and financial controls.
Mr. Aylton Vieira leadership has contributed to delivering over USD 1 billion in annual revenue impact through process optimisations and strategic decision-making.
Karolina Zmitrowicz
Business Analysis and Requirements Engineering Expert / Consultant, Trainer and Mentor / IREB Board Member, Author
Ms. Karolina Zmitrowicz, M.A., is an experienced specialist in business analysis, requirements engineering, and quality management. She has completed a number of prestigious training programs and certification schemes in software quality.
Ms. Karolina Zmitrowicz works as an independent IT consultant, trainer, and mentor, specializing in business analysis, requirements engineering, and quality management. She supports organizations in improving business processes and IT systems development through:
- conducting strategic analyses and identifying business value,
- optimizing analytical processes and performing internal audits,
- consulting and delivering training in communication, project management, and team collaboration.
Since 2018, she has served as a member of the Executive Board of the international organization IREB®. Previously, she held the position of President of the Polish Testing Board (SJSI). She is also a co-author of the IQBBA® and ISTQB® certification programs in the area of acceptance testing.
Marta Krajewska-Beentjes
Chief Business Analyst / Project Manager; PhD student at UEK Doctoral School
Ms. Marta Krajewska-Beentjes has been working professionally for 18 years. Currently, as the Chief Business Analyst and Project Manager at the headquarters of the international non-governmental organization SOS Children's Villages in Vienna, Austria. Where she is responsible for the implementation of a global IT system protecting victims of abuse and on a daily basis cooperating with corporate suppliers of IT solutions, as well as with non-governmental organizations such as UNICEF, World Vision, Save the Children.
Ms. Marta Krajewska-Beentjes previously worked as an Analyst and Project Manager in private sector companies such as IBM, HILTI and in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) under the auspices of the UN.
Ms. Marta Krajewska-Beentjes was also the Team Leader of consultants and volunteers of the UN implementing social projects in Kenya.
Supply Chains
Rethinking the Global Supply Chain in an Era of Uncertainty
In today’s interconnected world, the global supply chain serves as the backbone of international trade and commerce. However, dynamic shifts in macroeconomic factors have exposed various vulnerabilities, underscoring the necessity for more resilient and adaptable approaches towards supply chains. From geopolitical tensions and trade wars to pandemics and natural disasters, the complexities facing the global supply chain are increasingly unpredictable. The panel will feature discussions and insights from industry experts, who have employed innovative strategies and solutions to construct a more robust and future-proof supply chain.
Experts:
Les Brand, Chief Executive Officer of Supply Chain Solutions, West Michigan District Export Council
John Kelly, Vice-President of Sales, AutoScheduler.AI
Blair Thomas, Vice President Client Services at Columbian Logistics Network Inc.
Moderators:
dr Justyna Dabrowska, Krakow University of Economics
Prof. Jaideep Motwani, Grand Valley State University
Presentation of panelists and moderators
Les Brand
Chief Executive Officer of Supply Chain Solutions
Leslie Brand is the Chief Executive Officer of Supply Chain Solutions (SCS), a global supply chain and transportation management solutions company headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He also serves on SCS's board of directors. Les currently serves on the State of Michigan Logistics and Supply Chain Commission, the West Michigan District Export Council, Grand Valley State’s business advisory board, and the University of Illinois International Business board. He has been an active member and president of the West Michigan Chapter of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP).
Supply Chain Solutions, Inc. has established a leadership position in the areas of supply chain integration, collaboration, and lean supply management. Both national and local business and trade publications, including Inbound Logistics, Global Logistics, the Grand Rapids Press, MI Biz, and Business Update, have featured articles highlighting the innovative approach and client success achieved in partnership with the Supply Chain Solutions team. Mr. Brand has been a keynote speaker at several industry conferences, including the West Michigan Global Trade Center conference, the LogicTools Symposium, the Right Place Sunrise Series, and the OFDA. He has also been a contributing presenter at various seminars and business conferences throughout his career.
John Kelly
Vice-President of Sales, AutoScheduler.AI
John Kelly is Vice-President of Sales at AutoScheduler.AI, an innovative Warehouse Orchestration Platform and WMS accelerator. He leads the Go-to-Market initiative for AutoScheduler.AI to acquire new customers and expand projects with existing ones. Previously, John was head of sales at Kargo, an AI and computer vision company bringing visibility and inventory integrity into supply chains. He also worked as the senior director of enterprise sales for FLEXE, a leading online marketplace for on-demand warehousing solutions. In addition, he held various sales positions at LLamasoft and Lean Logistics. John holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Business Administration and Management from Grand Valley State University. He has also volunteered as President of the CSCMP Board of Directors in Michigan.
Blair Thomas
Vice President Client Services at Columbian Logistics Network Inc.
Blair Thomas is the Vice President of Client Services at Columbian Logistics Network Inc. He is responsible for Columbian's customer-facing corporate functions. In this role, Blair leads organizational marketing efforts, the Information Technology department, their Quality System, and project management related to new customer start-ups as well as internal improvements. Blair also represents Columbian Logistics Network in the community through the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals as well as the Supply Chain Council at The Right Place, a non-profit dedicated to advancing West Michigan’s economy. Prior to joining Columbian in 2010, Blair held roles in operations management, process improvement, and customer integration at DSC Logistics and NAL Worldwide, both in Chicago. He earned his BS in Business at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and his MBA from DePaul University in Chicago.
Justyna Dąbrowska
Krakow University of Economics
Justyna Dąbrowska holds a PhD in Business and Management from Manchester Business School in the UK. She is presently employed at Krakow University of Economics, within the Department of Commerce and Market Institutions. Additionally, she is a member of the Advisory Board at the Science Park Graz in Austria.
Prior to her current position, Justyna was affiliated with the University of Manchester, where she held the managerial role of Head of Innovation at Manchester Science Park. In this capacity, she coordinated business support initiatives for start-ups, led research and collaboration projects at both regional and international levels. Additionally, she was responsible for the evaluation of SME ventures, as well as the measurement and reporting of business performance metrics. She also contributed to the consultative process for designing innovation policies for the UK government.
Before her job at Manchester Science Park, Justyna was employed by Innova SpA in Rome, Italy. Her responsibilities included involvement in the EU policy formulation process in five Newly Associated Countries (NAC) and the assessment of initiatives designed to promote the growth of regional innovation systems.
Dr Dąbrowska has also worked as an independent consultant for various organizations, including among others the European Institute of Innovation and Technology, the International Association of Science Parks, the UK Science Park Association and Brazilian Association of Science Parks and Business Incubators (ANPROTEC).
Jaideep Motwani
Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University
Professor Jaideep Motwani is a distinguished scholar affiliated with the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University in the USA. He has an extensive academic and research portfolio in the fields of management and information systems. As an international expert in supply chain management, he has authored numerous scholarly publications and participated in many international research projects. His research interests include quality management, operations management, entrepreneurship, and the management of non-profit organizations.
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