14th Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit Announced

USC Marshall Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute to host event focused on navigating complex global supply chains.

Feb. 19, 2026 at 12:39am

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The USC Marshall Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute (Kendrick GSCI) has announced the 14th Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit, taking place on August 13 & 14, 2026, in Long Beach, California. This year's theme, "Beyond Borders: Designing the Future of Global Supply Chain Networks," will focus on equipping industry leaders with the tools to navigate the increasingly complex global supply chain landscape.

Why it matters

As the nation's premier industry summit, the event is expected to draw over seven hundred industry leaders and senior executives from Fortune 500 companies. The summit serves as a vital platform for organizations to showcase their expertise, share innovative insights and advanced technologies, and collaborate on addressing the industry's most pressing challenges.

The details

The 14th Summit will feature engaging panel discussions covering topics like Geopolitics, Tariffs/Trade Policy, AI, Digital Transformation, and Sustainability. Attendees will also hear insightful keynotes from the Port of Los Angeles, Port of Long Beach, Mattel, Maersk, and Bank of America, as well as participate in exclusive "Strat Sessions" focused on designing supply chains under trade and tariff shocks. The event will also feature live demos of cutting-edge supply chain technologies and honor trailblazers in Sustainability, Supply Chain Innovation, and Women's Leadership through the GSC Excellence Awards.

  • The 14th Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit will take place on August 13 & 14, 2026.

The players

USC Marshall Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute

A leading center dedicated to advancing supply chain management through a global network of industry experts and academic research. The Institute fosters collaboration between academia and industry to shape the future of global supply chain networks.

Port of Los Angeles

One of the keynote speakers at the 14th Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit.

Port of Long Beach

One of the keynote speakers at the 14th Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit.

Mattel

One of the keynote speakers at the 14th Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit.

Maersk

One of the keynote speakers at the 14th Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit.

Bank of America

One of the keynote speakers at the 14th Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit.

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What’s next

For more information on attending or becoming an event partner, please visit globalsummit.uscsupplychain.com or contact Marvi Epstein at marviane@marshall.usc.edu.

The takeaway

The 14th Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit will bring together industry leaders and senior executives to address the most pressing challenges facing global supply chains, showcasing innovative technologies and insights to help organizations navigate an increasingly complex landscape.