Episode 127 Women in Supply Chain, Martha Lumatete

Published: Aug. 3, 2020, noon

This week's episode of Women in Supply Chain Series features Martha Lumatete.\xa0 Inspired by both her grandmother, who began her own construction supply business, and her father, an accomplished lawyer in Kenya, Martha Lumatete always had her sights set on success. In today\u2019s episode, she discusses her incredible journey so far, from those initial aspirations to the woman she is today.

After graduating law school, she took a role at Pepsi working in data and analysis and became fascinated with the supply chain process \u2013 how a product works its way through manufacture and distribution, and the consumer behavior behind it. Driven by her natural curiosity, bravery and thirst for knowledge, Martha worked in a number of different industries and areas, gathering new skills and experiences along the way.

Currently working for Southwest Airlines in software acquisition, Martha brings her own unique blend of integrity, passion and positivity to the table, reminding us that good business is not just about making good deals, it\u2019s all about nurturing great relationships.

In this episode we discuss:

[06.20] Martha\u2019s background and her journey to success
[14.28] Her current role and responsibilities for Southwest Airlines

\u201cThey lead with love, but they have a warrior spirit\u201d

[18.58] The importance of building strong partnerships

\u201cIf there\u2019s no partnership, you\u2019re going to have a company that is struggling\u201d

[22.25] Martha\u2019s inspiration and the quote she lives by. \u201cBe generous and expert; trustworthy and clear; open-minded and adaptable; persistent and present.\u201d
[25.25] Personal courage and risk-taking, and how that links to the importance of agility in business: continuing to learn, grow, support others and grasp opportunity

\u201cThe one thing that\u2019s constant is change\u201d

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