About – Women In Supply Chain

About WISC

Who we are

Women in Supply Chain (WISC) is a non-profit organisation pioneer in enhancing women’s visibility in the sector. Our organisation is entirely volunteer-run, with team who bring their extensive experience from careers in the supply chain.

WISC is dedicated to driving transformation and advancing gender equality and diversity within the supply chain field by fostering an inclusive environment that spans various industries and job roles.

We provide a platform for our members at all career stages to pursue their ambitions and enhance their prospects through access to an extensive network, mentoring opportunities and valuable resources.

WISC actively contributes to the industry by offering mentorship, conducting industry research, fostering collaborations with organisations, and championing the capabilities of women within the field.

Our Values

We support the building of – networks to share expertise and lived experiences, linking all areas and roles end-to-end across the supply chain.

We strive to create a collective forum to access: industry knowledge, experience, and resources; from individuals, subject matter experts, leaders, and educators to keep abreast of the latest local and global trends within the supply chain.

We seek to bring people together and leverage collective knowledge and experiences to promote rewarding careers in the supply chain.

Meet our WISC committee

Suzanne Crowe

Chair

Suzanne has held senior supply chain roles in the Petroleum, Mining, and Pharmaceutical industries. Upon leaving the corporate world, she moved into teaching various supply chain and construction courses, enabling her to share the joys of working in supply chain-related roles with students. Tendering contracts in logistics and construction, Chain of Responsibility, WHS, Warehousing, Supply Chain Operations management and leadership are just a sample of the units taught. She enjoys organising events for supply chain professionals to assist in growing their network and knowledge of the industry. She is on several industry committees and is the current Chairperson on the TDT (Transport & Distribution Training)Victoria board. Suzanne is passionate about promoting career opportunities in the supply chain industry by highlighting the various roles available to association members and students

Nola Bansgrove

Patron and Past chair

Nola has been part of her family’s Road Transport business since 1972 and has grown to an award-winning long-distance general and the over-dimensional national carrier. She has been extensively involved in community and industry representation locally, regionally, and nationally. She was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in 2012 for services to the Transport and Logistics Industry, the Community and Women. Nola was appointed a Commissioner on the National Transport Commission in 2014 and is the Chair of Women in Supply Chain.

Executive board members

Kerry McAleer

Vice-chair and Events Manager

Kerry is an accomplished Supply Chain professional with a track record of success in the industry. Kerry has spent over two decades working in various roles within the Supply Chain field, gaining a wealth of knowledge and experience in the retail sector. Her expertise lies in replenishment, supply and demand planning, crisis management, event planning, and project and operations management. In addition to her technical skills, Kerry is a natural leader, passionate about coaching and mentoring others. She takes pride in her ability to develop her team members’ skills and help them reach their full potential. Her approachable nature and ability to connect with people at all levels have earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and clients. Kerry is also a Steering Committee Member for Wayfinder Supply Chain Careers for Women.

Priyani Withanaarachchi

Secretary / Treasurer

Priyani is a senior leader with over 20 years of experience across Operational Excellence, Strategy, Governance, and Finance in Australia and Asia Pacific. Her contributions include raising the profile of supply chain functions and developing teams, operational transformation, and optimisation across ANZ. As General Manager for Strategy and Governance, Priyani was responsible for supply chain-wide projects across seven countries in APAC Region. She holds a Master of Business – Supply Chain Management (RMIT) and is a Fellow Certified Practicing Accountant. Priyani is passionate about diversity and inclusion and nurturing the next generation of leaders. She is a Faculty Member for the CILT International Diploma and other tertiary programs. She volunteers with several not-for-profit organisations as a volunteer mentor and board member to contribute meaningfully to diversity and inclusion in our community.

Kelly Fernandez

IT Project Manager

Throughout her career, Kelly has managed logistics projects for various industries and implemented strategies and processes to reduce operational costs. Kelly holds a master’s degree in Supply Chain Management and a master’s degree in Project Management and is currently leading the logistics operation for a science education company. Throughout her career, Kelly has demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement, always looking for ways to enhance processes and improve outcomes. Her analytical and strategic thinking skills enable her to identify opportunities for improvement and develop solutions that drive positive change. She is passionate about inclusion and diversity and has volunteered with various non-profits that help migrants in Australia gain visibility and professional opportunities.