Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive honor Director of Product Management Jenna Ponshock
Nelson-Jameson has announced that Director of Product Management Jenna Ponshock was honored with a Women in Supply Chain Award. Food Logistics, the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of products through the global cold food supply chain, and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the only publication covering the entire global supply chain, named Ponshock as a winner of its annual Rising Stars award.
“We couldn’t be more proud of Jenna for receiving this prestigious honor from such well-respected industry publications,” says Mike Rindy, President of Nelson-Jameson. “In her time with Nelson-Jameson, Jenna has made a significant impact across our organization with unwavering kindness and mutual respect. As a rising star within and outside of her work with Nelson-Jameson, Jenna will undoubtedly continue to make a profound impact on supply chain operations.”
The Women in Supply Chain Rising Stars award recognizes younger or newer professionals (39 and under) whose achievements, hard work and vision have helped shape the supply chain network. In 2023, two Nelson-Jameson female executives – Dakonya Freis, Vice President of Commercial Development, and Devon Vogel, Vice President of Customer Solutions – were honored with Women in Supply Chain Awards.
“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 just to pick one winner. I’m so proud of these women and their achievements. We’re just getting started.”
Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, founder of Let’s Talk Supply Chain podcast and Blended Pledge, both sponsors of the Women in Supply Chain award, added that the winners have been crucial to their industries’ success and innovation.
“Women are reshaping the landscape of supply chain management with their unparalleled contributions, igniting growth and fostering innovation across the industry. Their presence not only enriches the workforce but also brings a myriad of perspectives essential for tackling intricate challenges and refining global operations. The Women in Supply Chain award stands as a beacon, celebrating and amplifying their remarkable achievements,” Barnes-Humphrey said. “Congratulations to all the winners, everyone who was nominated and all those making an impact. This recognition honors the courage and dedication of all incredible people who work hard every day. This award is a testament to their unwavering commitment and profound impact on the field.”
