{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"509: Women In Supply Chain\u2122, Nermine Saad","description":"Nermine Saad talks about her career journey; fostering a culture of learning; moving from Egypt to Canada; mentorship; & the future of digital transformation.     [03.48] What sparked Nermine\u2019s interest in logistics, and how it led her to seek out a career that connected strategy, people, and operations. \u201cI realized there\u2019s an entire industry behind the movement of goods, and it involves shipping lines, airlines, ports, and so much more. The more I read, the more I was fascinated.\u201d [05.46] The early years of Nermine\u2019s career in Egypt and the big lessons she learned, from building credibility to the importance of resilience and consistency. \u201cIt was a rough experience... I was the only woman, and it added a lot of pressure.\u201d [08.53] Nermine\u2019s experience of moving from Egypt to Canada, and rebuilding her life, career and network. \u201cMoving to Canada gave me whole new perspective on diversity.\u201d [12.49] The differences between building a career in Egypt and Canada, and why stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing risk leads to the biggest opportunities. [15.52] Nermine\u2019s commitment to education, from pursuing qualifications outside of work to fostering a culture of learning at Tecsys, and why it\u2019s so important. \u201cLearning has been the driving force of my career. Education doesn\u2019t stop the moment you earn your degree \u2013 its just the beginning.\u201d \u201cA culture of learning naturally becomes a culture of leadership.\u201d [19.42] Nermine\u2019s role as Application Services Manager at Tecsys, and what a day in her life looks like. [22.47] The importance of digital transformation, where businesses go wrong, and what a transformation journey should look like. \u201cDigital transformation is not just implementing technology. It\u2019s really about people, processes, and a mindset\u2026 But when people start, they often get overwhelmed.\u201d \u201cWaiting for a disruption to implement a change can be really risky. The organizations that are proactive and stay ahead of the game are the ones that have a competitive edge and keep their operations steady.\u201d [25.04] Nermine\u2019s advice for leaders focusing on digital transformation in 2026. [27.01] Nermine\u2019s experience of collaboration, mentorship and empowerment \u2013 how others have supported her, and how she pays it forward. \u201cCollaboration is so powerful \u2013 when people feel supported, seen and heard, they produce their best work.\u201d [29.52] What being named as an industry trailblazer means to Nermine, as a woman and as an Egyptian living, working and thriving in North America. [32.32] The future for Nermine. \u201cSupply chain never stops evolving, and that\u2019s energising. There\u2019s always an opportunity for you to make an impact, inspire others and keep pushing.\u201d RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED:   You can connect with Nermine over on LinkedIn. If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear from more award-winning women, check out 447: Women In Supply Chain\u2122, Nikki Driskill, 438: Women In Supply Chain\u2122, Maria Madrigal or 506: Women In Supply Chain\u2122, Zera Zheng. Check out our other podcasts HERE. ","author_name":"Let's Talk Supply Chain","author_url":"https:\/\/www.letstalksupplychain.com","html":"