Cimcorp has announced its VP of Operations, Anne Happonen, has been named to the “2024 Women in Supply Chain” list by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. The annual award honors female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments and mentorship set a foundation for women at all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Anne earned the award for her extensive background in helping global organizations navigate the intricate landscape of international business.
Over the last three decades, Anne has built a successful track record of leading and managing multicultural teams focused on delivering promises to customers and creating innovative new solutions. As VP of Operations at Cimcorp, Anne works with global clients in the fresh food distribution and tire manufacturing industries. She ensures that every automation project delivers customized automated solutions that help each customer optimize material flow, increase operational efficiencies, generate rapid ROI, and achieve long-term business success.
“I’m truly honored to be included in the 2024 Women in Supply Chain list,” said Anne. “My approach to leadership is rooted in transparency, collaboration, and adaptability—key elements for cultivating a culture of openness and trust. I believe that active listening, engaging in meaningful discussions, and seeking common ground are vital skills for any leader. What drives me is building these relationships and seeing people take pride in their work.”
Aligned with Cimcorp’s core company values, Anne’s “people-first” approach also helps foster a culture where safety is paramount. This approach to safety not only prevents accidents but also builds trust and satisfaction among employees and customers alike.
“Every year, this award continues to amaze me. But this year especially, it’s all about the quality of the submissions. These women are doing remarkable things for their communities, organizations, and teams and are paving the way for future young female leaders to be a part of an industry that’s making a difference,” says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Co-Founder of the Women in Supply Chain Forum. “New this year, the award was broken down into Rising Stars, Trailblazers, DEI Pioneer and Workforce Innovator. From there, we named an overall winner per category and then four honorable mentions per category. This year’s applications were superb and made it next to impossible to just pick one winner. I’m so proud of these women and their achievements. We’re just getting started.”
