Type Of Business:
Software company
Expertise:
Manufacturing
Lean
Six Sigma
Supply Chain
Software
Operations Management
Leadership
Teambuilding
Collaboration
Major Product/SVS:
SAP provides software solutions and services to improve business processes and business intelligence, as well as leading technologies such as in-memory computing and mobility.
Favorite Business Publication:
IndustryWeek
Hobbies/Sports:
Global travel
Skiing
Cooking
Wine
Home Improvements
Education Degrees:
Dual MBA in Operations Management and Finance & Accounting, Regis University;
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, University of Missouri;
Six Sigma Black Belt Certification, Villanova University
Affiliations Awards:
Association of Women in the Metal Industry (AWMI)
Women in Manufacturing
APICS (The Association for Operations Management)
Work History:
SAP America (current)
SAP Labs
Oracle/Peoplesoft
J. D. Edwards
Engineered Data Products
TA Pelsue, Inc.
Martin Marietta Astronautics Group
US Army Troup Support Command
Career Achievements:
Have had leadership and management roles throughout my career.
In addition to full-time job responsibilities, have taught courses for Materials Management and Project Management at University of Phoenix. Also taught courses for APICS.
Many speaking engagements for professional organizations and conferences throughout my career.
Spouse's Name:
Arnold Swanke
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
A highlight of my career has been successfully leading teams - whether for process improvements, ERP implementations, or to complete special projects.
Charity:
Junior Achievement USA
Number Of Years In Profession:
25
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
My success is due to continuing to grow by accepting new roles to enhance my overally breadth of experience. This has been key to my success both in Manufacturing and in Software industries.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
Started my career as a Manufacturing Engineer as my undergraduate degree was in Industrial Engineering. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementations wer part of my role at numerous companies, which led to working directly for a software company as a consultant perfoming Manufacturing/Supply Chain implementations. From there, I have gained broad experience by working in numerous roles in leading software and technology companies.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Swanke has worked in roles across software organizations for the past 15 years including Consultant, Client Manager, Product Launch, Marketing, Product/Solution Management, Solution Engineering, and Industry Principal.
Prior to the software industry, she worked for 10 years in various roles at manufacturing companies including Operations Manager, Engineering and Quality Manager, Production Planning Manager, Materials Manager, Manufacturing Engineering.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Ms. Swanke currently supports Process Industries by defining strategy and business development activities, providing sales support, leading marketing events, developing content, and enabling partners.
Education Certifications:
Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
Certified Fellow in Production & Inventory Management (CFPIM) by APICS
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Swanke plans to move into a vice presidential role within SAP.