TFEST26 Main Stage speaker
Ilham Smaali
Chief Supply Chain Officer
Essity
Ilham Smaali serves as Chief Supply Chain Officer at Essity, leading the newly established Supply Chain Enablement function focused on economies of scale in sourcing and fulfillment. She joined Essity in 2023 as Vice President Global Planning & Logistics before being appointed to the Executive Management Team. Ilham previously held senior positions in manufacturing, logistics, and planning at The Estée Lauder Companies, Nike, and Procter & Gamble, bringing broad experience across consumer goods and luxury sectors.
On the Main Stage
Tue 1 Dec10:40–11:10 BerlinFiresideMain Stage, live online
Opening Fireside Chat: Orchestrating Global Scale & The Shift to Supply Chain "Enablement"
As multinational networks become increasingly complex, the traditional top-down supply chain model is evolving. At the end of 2025, global hygiene and health company Essity recognised this shift, establishing a brand new "Supply Chain Enablement" function to drive economies of scale and standardise working methods across its sprawling, decentralised production network of approximately 150 countries. In this exclusive fireside chat, newly appointed CSCO Ilham Smaali will unpack what it truly means to shift from traditional supply chain management to an "enablement" mindset. Drawing on her extensive cross-industry experience leading global logistics and planning for powerhouse brands like Nike, The Estée Lauder Companies, and Procter & Gamble, Smaali will share her playbook for driving end-to-end transformation without stifling local agility.
Tue 1 Dec12:20–12:50 BerlinPanelMain Stage, live online
Beyond the Talent Pipeline: Rebuilding Leadership for an AI Generation
Organisations have invested heavily in talent pipelines, yet leadership readiness has never been under greater pressure. As AI, hybrid work, and generational shifts redefine the workplace, technical expertise alone is no longer enough. This session explores how tomorrow's supply chain leaders must combine emotional intelligence, human connection, and adaptability to lead through increasing complexity. Join senior industry executives as they challenge conventional approaches to leadership development and explore what it truly takes to build resilient, future-ready organisations.
