Simcakoski honored with ‘Women in Supply Chain Award’

MARSHFIELD — Heather Simcakoski was recently recognized with the “Women in Supply Chain Award” by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, which covers the global supply chain.

Simcakoski was recognized with the annual “Trailblazers” award.

The Women in Supply Chain Trailblazers Award Honors female leaders who continue to pave the way for future females in logistics.

Simcakoski is a U.S. Marine veteran and leads Human Resources, Customer Service, and Quality & Compliance, as the VP of Customer and Employee Experience with Nelson-Jameson.

“We could not be more proud of Heather for earning this prestigious honor from well-respected industry publications,” says Mike Rindy, President of Nelson-Jameson. “In her 15-plus years in the industry, Heather has made a significant impact by exceeding customer expectations and living our values. As an industry ‘Trailblazer’, Heather has and will continue to profoundly impact Nelson-Jameson and food processor supply chain operations.”

Simcakoski serves on several advisory boards, including the UW–Stout Women in Leadership Advisory Board, the UW–Stout Customer Experience Advisory Board and the NAW Human Resources Advisory Council, where she contributes her expertise to support workforce development, innovation and equity across industries.

Recipients will be honored at this year’s Women in Supply Chain Forum, Nov. 18-20, in Clearwater Beach, Fla.