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APICS is a professional organization dedicated to the education and networking of those interested in Resource Management. The Foothills Chapter serves Hickory, Morganton, Lenoir and surrounding areas in western North Carolina.

Kathy Robb-Williams - President

Lynn Austin, CFPIM, C.P.M. - Past President

Mike Carpenter, CPIM - President Elect

April Stephens - Secretary

Mike Gahagan - Treasurer

Debbie Boyle - VP Membership

Chuck Benfield, CFPIM - VP Education

Paul Hollenack - VP Programs

Rick Johnston, CPIM - VP Publicity

Bill Phillips, CFPIM - VP Arrangements

Wayne Calvert - VP Public Relations

Kathy Pittman - Community Charitable Programs

Gary Harris, CPIM - Director At Large

Wayne Banner, CPIM - Director At Large

Dr. Dick Crandall, CFPIM, CIRM - Director At Large

Louise Correll - Director At Large

Dr. Dinesh Dave - Director At Large
Rick Noble - Director At Large
Derek Davis - Director At Large

Check out the various information on our Information page

* Jobs*

*Tour Information*

*News letter*

*Schedule*

Also, Educational information on the Education page

Foothills Chapter Mission Statement: “The Foothills Chapter of APICS is committed to serving its membership, geographic area, and business community with educational programs, services, and career assistance to meet the challenge of professional growth. The chapter promotes networking, social interaction, leadership, and management skills through involvement in professional development meetings, classroom participation, seminars and other related activities.”

National APICS Mission Statement “APICS builds and validates knowledge in supply chain and operations management. We enable our community of members, affiliates and customers to lead in the global marketplace.”