450: Women In Supply Chain™, Jenny Perlitch
Jenny Perlitch is the founder and CEO of Perlitch Transport, a Women Business Enterprise certified company, and the co-founder of IRT Technologies. An immigrant from Ukraine, her journey to Canada instilled in her a deep sense of resilience and an entrepreneurial drive. With a background in computer science, she applies an algorithmic, problem-solving mindset to the complexities of logistics and transportation. Jenny is passionate about innovation, tackling challenges, and fostering positive, inclusive workplace cultures where every employee feels valued and can contribute to the company's vision.
In today’s episode of Women In Supply Chain™, I’m joined by passionate founder and CEO Jenny Perlitch.
Jenny is the founder and CEO of Perlitch Transport, a Women Business Enterprise certified company, specializing in transport solutions across North America. With nearly two decades of experience in transport and logistics, Jenny is known for her hands-on approach, dedication to her team, and commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Today Jenny will be talking all about her career journey; tackling challenges head-on; the lessons she’s learned as a woman and immigrant; and the importance of supporting diversity within the transportation industry.
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This year, we received over 400 submissions for our Women In Supply Chain™ award, the highest amount of applications not only for this award but also for all of our awards. What’s more, 118 of those applications were submitted by male counterparts, nominating their boss, co-worker, or associate. Last year, that figure was just at 75. Also this year, 39 women self-nominated, a tremendous uptick from last year’s award, which just saw 12 self-nominations. This shows progress. This shows hope that one day, we won’t need an award like this because men and women in the supply chain will be equal,” says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. “While there’s still more work to be done, what we’re doing is working. That’s why this award is so important to Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executives. From truck drivers to CEOs, what these winners are doing matters to the future of all supply chains. What these female leaders, entrepreneurs, and supply chain professionals are doing continues to push the needle toward excellence, and every year, I feel blessed to celebrate these wonderful women of logistics. And we’re doing just that at this year’s Women In Supply Chain™ Forum, set for Nov. 14-15 in Atlanta. Go to WomeninSupplyChainForum to register and learn more. We’re all better together. Collaboration is key to promoting and supporting Women In Supply Chain™.
Jenny’s journey from Ukraine to Germany to Canada, and what it taught her.
Why Jenny’s computer science background is so compatible with a career in supply chain.
How a summer job became a lifelong career in supply chain for Jenny when she discovered a joy in pushing out of her comfort zone and a talent for problem-solving.
Why Jenny co-founded IRT Technologies, specializing in equipment for the satellite market, in 2011.
Why, in the same year, Jenny also founded Perlitch Transport and the challenges of founding and growing two businesses simultaneously.
The areas of business Jenny is most passionate about, as a founder and CEO, and why it’s important to recognize your strengths and weaknesses.
Some of the toughest challenges Jenny has faced while running her businesses, and her unique approach to overcoming them.
Jenny’s experience as a woman in supply chain, and what she’s learned.
How Jenny creates positive and inclusive cultures within her own organizations, and her advice for other businesses looking to do better.
The importance of awards, and what they mean for the industry as it continues to strive for improved diversity and equity.
The future for Jenny.
Resources & Links Mentioned
- You can connect with Jenny over on LinkedIn.
- If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear from more incredible women, check out 422: Women In Supply Chain™, Kiran Mann, 437: Women In Supply Chain™, Mercedes Pina or 207: Women In Supply Chain™, Shana Zheng.
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