Lisa Fenton is an enthusiastic advocate for bridging gaps in both career journeys and organizational transformation. With a deep commitment to empowering individuals and organizations, Lisa has made a significant impact at the intersection of supply chain leadership, career development and digital transformation.
Throughout a career marked by continuous growth and achievement, Lisa has taken on leadership roles in global supply chain management, focusing on resilience, cost effectiveness and operational excellence. Currently serving as the global supply chain and inventory manager at Custom Plastics International Limited, Lisa leads strategic sourcing, manages the procurement team and develops key relationships across multiple business functions. This role emphasizes the importance of balancing procurement risks, fostering supplier performance and optimizing processes to ensure the company’s continued market competitiveness.
In addition to her work in supply chain leadership, Lisa’s an active thought leader and mentor, advocating for professionals looking to return to the workforce after career gaps. As an enthusiastic career strategist, she collaborates closely with individuals—especially mothers—re-entering the workforce, helping them close gaps by creating actionable growth plans and empowering them with the tools to succeed.
Over the years, Lisa’s shared her expertise widely, appearing on more than twenty podcasts, speaking events in Canada and the US, contributing to thirteen articles in Supply Professional Magazineand co-creating the Sunshine365 podcast. She’s been recognized for her leadership and contributions, receiving accolades like the Trailblazer award from Supply Chain & Demand Executive and peer recognition from Women in Trade and UK M02VATE magazine.
In her previous roles, including supply chain manager at Rapala Canada VMC, Lisa led successful technology solutions, streamlined operations and negotiated savings, driving efficiency and business success.
What fuels Lisa is the drive to help others succeed. Whether crafting personalized game plans, optimizing compensation strategies or implementing systems for success, she’s committed to helping professionals achieve their career goals.