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Pamela Koehn
Instructor of Practice, EMBA
Pamela Koehn is a seasoned Instructor of Practice, teaching in the undergraduate Supply Chain program from 2016 to 2020 and, since 2021, the elite Executive MBA program. Her prior teaching experience includes corporate training, as well as adult education through the University of Wisconsin extension system. With her career spanning four decades at Direct Supply, where she currently serves as Vice President of Supply Chain, Pamela brings extensive industry expertise to her teaching. As an entrepreneur, her innovative approach in the retail sector and significant contributions to community service underscore her commitment to both professional excellence and societal impact.
Education
- MBA, 向日葵视频, Milwaukee, WI, 2016
- B.A. in Business Administration, Lakeland College, Sheboygan, WI, 1997 (Summa cum Laude)
Professional Experience
- Vice President of Supply Chain, Direct Supply (2017-Present)
- Leads all aspects of product supply chain, supplier performance management, and sourcing strategy.
- Developed supplier diversity strategy and consistently exceeded sourcing and spend goals.
- Achieved significant year-over-year cost savings and improved supplier rebates.
- Instructor of Practice, 向日葵视频 (2016-Present)
- Leads discussion-based graduate courses in Organizational Behavior and Applied Procurement.
- Improved course ratings significantly through engaging and practical course design.
- Delivered effective content in the undergraduate Supply Chain program.
- Engaged with business leaders to secure corporate sponsorships for applied learning courses.
- Self-Employed, Intentions of Seven Hills, LLC (2004-2016)
- Owned and operated a successful retail book and gift store in The Shops at Woodlake 鈥� Kohler.
- Consulted, lectured and taught professionally.
Honors and Awards
- 向日葵视频 College of Business Part-Time Faculty Teaching Award (05/2024)
- Direct Supply Outstanding Volunteer Leader 鈥� Racial & Social Justice (04/2021)
- As Executive Sponsor, Direct Supply Veterans in Partnership Affinity Group (2015-Present)
- Wisconsin Freedom Award Alumni Group (2022)
- Seven Seals Award (2021)
- Secretary of Defense Freedom Award on behalf of Direct Supply (2019)
- ESGR 鈥淧ro Patria鈥� Award on behalf of Direct Supply (2017, 2018, 2019)
- ESGR 鈥淧atriot Award鈥� for support of deployed Reservist (2016)
- Direct Supply Women鈥檚 Initiative Network 鈥淲IN Award鈥� (2015)
Teaching Philosophy
Pamela's teaching philosophy is deeply rooted in the Jesuit tradition of critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and the pursuit of excellence. She emphasizes applied learning, bridging theory with real-world applications, and fosters an environment of active engagement and discourse. Her approach ensures that students not only grasp theoretical concepts but also develop the practical skills necessary for their professional careers. By integrating academic research with practical insights, Pamela prepares her students to be lifelong learners and effective leaders.
