The Playbook for Success in Supply Chain
Join us for an engaging fireside chat featuring Mike Golic, celebrated sports commentator and former co-host of ESPN’s Mike & Mike, in conversation with Lloyd Adams, President, SAP North America. Together, they will explore how innovation and agility are transforming today's supply chain, drawing on lessons from both business and sports. Mike will share insights on how high-performing teams and technology-driven strategies can overcome the complexities of modern supply chains.
The conversation will also delve into leadership and teamwork, focusing on how the fast-paced demands of professional sports offer valuable lessons for driving collaboration and making impactful decisions in business. Don't miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives on leading in a rapidly evolving environment.
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Mike Golic is one of the most prominent sports personalities of all time. An ESPN icon, Mike is the former co-host of ESPN Radio’s "Mike and Mike" and "Golic and Wingo". He is currently a co-host alongside Kate Scott on “College Football Saturday Night” – a new personality-driven game broadcast by Learfield delivered to fans through multiple platforms.
On Westwood One, Mike co-hosts NFL Preview with Scott Graham every Saturday, where they give listeners a half-hour look ahead to each week of the NFL season. He also analyzes the weekend’s NFL results and discusses news from around the league every Monday on NBC's "Pro Football Talk" with Mike Florio.
As President of SAP North America, Lloyd Adams is responsible for the strategy, day-to-day operations, and overall customer success in the United States and Canada. Dedicated to helping customers become best-run businesses, Lloyd has established himself as a trusted advisor who places a high priority on their success.
Prior to his current role, Lloyd was Managing Director of the East region, responsible for the strategic direction, customer success, profitability and overall leadership of one of SAP North America’s larger market units. He previously directed SAP North America’s Utilities business, and earlier served as Chief Operating Officer of Regulated Industries, where he drove the strategy, operations, revenue performance, and overall customer satisfaction in markets across the United States.
Since joining SAP in 1998, Lloyd’s career trajectory has included a progression of presales, inside sales and marketing leadership roles, and executive management positions in the U.S. and Asia Pacific region.
Lloyd began his career in human resources with Arthur Andersen (renamed Accenture in 2000). He holds a bachelor’s degree and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame in Indiana.