Nazia Tabassum

From Dhaka to Wichita — A Supply Chain Journey

I am a seasoned supply chain and operations professional whose career bridges the financial services sector and global logistics.

I began my journey in Bangladesh's premier international banks — Standard Chartered and HSBC — where I built deep expertise in procurement, risk management, compliance, and sustainable operations before pursuing advanced academic training in the United States.

At HSBC Bangladesh, I led supply chain and procurement operations across a global institution, managing vendor relationships, overseeing third-party risk (TPRM), and championing ESG-driven green financing initiatives.

My cost-saving leadership generated approximately USD $800,000 in organizational savings through targeted project management.

I hold a Master of Science in Management Science and Supply Chain Management from Wichita State University's W. Frank Barton School of Business, completed with a CGPA of 3.93/4.00.

During my academic tenure, I worked as a Graduate Research Assistant, contributing to statistical and qualitative data analysis.

Today, I serve as a Supply Chain Manager and Logistics Coordinator at ACA Management LLC, where I develop end-to-end supply chain strategies, manage international logistics operations, and leverage ERP and TMS platforms to optimize global distribution.

I am also a certified member of the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) and actively contribute to the professional community.

Research Passion & National Priority Alignment

Beyond my professional work, I am a passionate researcher who believes rigorous academic inquiry is essential for advancing the supply chain field.

My research focuses on real-world challenges identified as national priorities in the United States, particularly in strengthening supply chain resilience.

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed critical vulnerabilities in global supply chains.

In response, national initiatives such as the White House Supply Chain Resilience Initiative and Executive Order 14017 elevated supply chain security as a top priority.

My research explores how organizations can build adaptive, data-driven supply chain systems that can withstand geopolitical, environmental, and market disruptions.

My work also aligns with initiatives from the U.S. Department of Transportation, Environmental Protection Agency, and Small Business Administration.

I focus on integrating sustainable procurement, ESG frameworks, and third-party risk management to strengthen both economic resilience and social equity.

I am currently developing research in the following areas:

• Supply chain resilience and national security — frameworks for identifying and mitigating system vulnerabilities
• Sustainable and ESG-integrated procurement — impact of ethical sourcing and green financing
• Third-party risk management (TPRM) — data-driven vendor risk models
• Digital transformation — AI, blockchain, and ERP-driven logistics optimization
• Supply chain equity — inclusion of small and underserved businesses

Let’s Connect and Collaborate

I am enthusiastic about building meaningful professional relationships with researchers, academics, policymakers, and industry professionals.

I welcome opportunities for co-authorship, joint research, peer collaboration, and grant projects, especially those aligned with supply chain policy and innovation.

If your work aligns with my research areas or intersects in new ways, I encourage you to reach out. Many impactful collaborations begin with a simple conversation.

Invite Me to Speak

I am available for webinars, podcasts, panel discussions, and conference presentations, sharing insights on supply chain, logistics, and policy.

I speak on topics including:

• Supply chain resilience in uncertain global environments
• Sustainable procurement and ESG integration
• Third-party risk management strategies
• Digital supply chains — AI, blockchain, and analytics
• Global supply chain perspectives from Dhaka to Wichita
• The role of diverse professionals in strengthening supply chain systems

I am committed to delivering practical, engaging, and evidence-based insights tailored to your audience.

If you are organizing an event or collaboration, feel free to connect via LinkedIn or contact through my website.