In today's turbulent global economy, supply chains serve as the backbone of national prosperity—the vital arteries connecting production, distribution, and consumption. Yet this critical infrastructure faces unprecedented challenges from geopolitical tensions, natural disasters, and systemic vulnerabilities exposed during recent crises.
A Council Born of Necessity
The formation of the Supply Chain Council represents a bipartisan response to America's growing supply chain fragility. Emerging after pandemic disruptions, trade conflicts, and infrastructure failures like the Baltimore Key Bridge collapse, this coalition unites businesses, labor groups, and policymakers to safeguard economic stability.
Leadership with Vision
CEO Josh Wood brings decades of industry expertise to this initiative. "Supply chains aren't just logistics networks—they're America's economic circulatory system," Wood emphasizes. He notes how recent legislation often misunderstands supply chain complexity, creating regulatory instability that jeopardizes businesses and workers alike.
Three Pillars of Reform
The Council's mission rests on core objectives:
Workforce Protection: Preserving quality jobs across supply chain sectors
Infrastructure Investment: Modernizing ports, railways, and transportation nodes
Global Resilience: Diversifying sources to mitigate international disruptions
Collaborative Strategy
Through state-level engagements—like recent discussions in Sacramento about California's AB 1000 bill—the Council bridges divides between labor leaders, corporations, and legislators. Their approach combines data-driven policy recommendations with public awareness campaigns highlighting supply chain's national importance.
Building Future Resilience
Looking ahead, the Council prioritizes infrastructure legislation while expanding its bipartisan coalition. Their work reflects a growing global recognition: in an interconnected world, supply chain security equals national security. As Wood observes, "We cannot wait for the next crisis to fortify this economic foundation."