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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MEETING Wednesday, January 14, 2015

Incoterms: Are You Smarter than an Exporter? Hyatt DTC

PDM Schedule 5:30 Registration and Networking 6:30 Dinner 7:30 Business Meeting 7:45 Presentation PDM Fees Students: $10 Members: $28 Non-members: $35 PDM Location Hyatt DTC 7800 East Tufts Ave. Denver, CO (Please see parking note on page 8) 303.779.1234 Menu Salad: Baby greens, radish sprouts, cucumber, tomoatoes Entrée: Hickory Smoked Flat Iron Steak, whipped potatoes, Broccolini Vegetarian Option: Grilled Vegetable Pave (Vegan, GF) Desert: Chocolate Devil’s Food Cake

INSIDE THIS

ISSUE

President’s Message 2 Education 3-7 PDM Parking 8 Adopt a Family 9-10 Leprino Tour Pictures 11 BOD, Officers, Administrators & Company Coordinators 13 Calendar of Events 14

Speaker and Topic:

DON’T WAIT TO REGISTER! Please register by noon Monday, November 10th. You should receive an e-mail invitation, or you can call the reservation line at 303-421-0797. You can also register

on our website at:

If you are registering as a member, the password is “rutabaga”.

Roy serves as adjunct faculty in the International MBA programs at the University of Denver and the University of Colorado Denver. He is a frequent speaker and facilitator at workshops and seminars at the World Trade Center Denver. He is also a past member of Toastmasters International and earned the Advanced Toastmaster Gold Award.

Roy has authored and self-published a book, "More Banker's Insights on International Trade, 101 Lessons Based on Practical Experience". The book contains 101 short stories based on real life situations that companies have experienced in international trade. The book is full of educational insights to help the reader learn and remember from others’ experiences and mistakes in international trade/banking. While many people would argue that a banker couldn’t be humorous, the book has received very positive reviews with comments that it is “surprisingly entertaining” and a great, practical guide to the realities of international trade.

Roy will present “Incoterms: Are You Smarter than an Exporter?” He will share several real-life stories in which companies have used, or mis-used Incoterms for their international transactions. As Roy tells the stories, the audience will participate by anticipating and guessing the twists and turns that the stories will take.

Come join us for an informative and entertaining evening.

Incoterms

Roy Becker is considered one of the leading experts in International Trade and Banking, specializing in the mining industry. He has spent the majority of his corporate career working in the international departments of several major banks. During that time, he worked directly with importers and exporters consulting on the intricate banking needs associated with international trade. Companies in the mining industry, both large and small, hire Roy Becker Seminars to help them reduce risk and improve cash flow for their international transactions.

DON’T WAIT TO REGISTER! Please register by noon Monday, January 12th. You should receive an e-mail invitation, or you can call the reservation line at 303-421-0797. You can also register on our website at: http://apicscolorado.org/meetinginfo.php?id=39&ts=1419179811 If you are registering as a member, the default password is “rutabaga”. You can customize your password by using the “Forgot Username / Password” link at the login page.

Roy Becker

Sports Jersey Night at the PDM

See Page 8 for details about this first ever event!

Advancing Productivity, Innovation and Competitive Success

FRONT RANGE NEWS January 2015

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Honey’s Happenings…

Happy 2015 to all! Wow – 2014 was certainly a whirl-wind of activity and went past in a flash! I hope you enjoyed time with friends and family for your holidays. Now….. Let’s jump-start the New Year! Do your New Year’s resolutions include career development, enhancement or change? Let Colorado APICS help you! Look for education classes to fit your needs. Be sure to see the Winter/Spring course schedules in this month’s newsletter. There are also networking opportunities lined up, so be sure to check out our Professional Development (Dinner) Meetings and our Colorado Chapter tours that are planned in the coming months. I would like to take a moment in retrospect to give thanks and recognition to Colorado Chapter activities in November and December. ‘Thank you’ to Ramesh Cooke, Eric Petersen, and Brian Zeigler for coordinating and hosting a terrific tour of Leprino Foods’ Greeley manufacturing plant in November. Eric was assisted by Terry Thomas and Adam Swift conducting the interesting and informative facility tour that our members and guests in attendance raved about! ‘Thank You’ very much as well to the folks who supported our annual Colorado APICS Chapter’s Adopt-a-Family program. From donations of money and personal time to help wrap and deliver gifts, we were able to brighten the Christmas of many families in our community. I find it personally uplifting and moving to be a part of such an important project. You’ll find pictures in this month’s Front Range News. I look forward to seeing each of you and visiting at our 2015 activities soon. Best Regards,

Honey Johnson, CFPIM, CIRM, C.P.M., CSCP President, Colorado APICS Chapter 81 APICS Education News for January 2015 Happy New Year 2015! I hope that you and your families had a wonderful Christmas and Holiday Season. I wish you the best of all things good for 2015! When a new year starts, we should remind ourselves that learning is a life long journey and it is each of our responsibility to improve our knowledge and career. The pages that follow show scheduled APICS CPIM and CSCP courses for the Winter/Spring 2015 session. Please take a look at these offerings and see if any fit your personal knowledge or career improvement plans. If you would like to set up a private class just for your facility, we can accommodate most formats/days/times. Also, don’t forget to let me know when you achieve certification (CPIM or CSCP) and I will award you a pin and $100 at a Professional Development Meeting! I already know of three new CSCP’s coming to the January PDM! Please feel free to contact me at rharris@msstech.com if you have questions. Roger Harris, VP, Education

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Welcome to 2015 Winter Courses

Please complete your registration early. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis and some facilities have limited class space. In addition, classes may be canceled if there is insufficient enrollment. Classes run from 1 to 10 weeks. Generally, eight/ten-week courses meet once per week and four/five-week courses meet twice per week. Saturday classes are 8 hours plus an hour for lunch. If you have any questions about class schedules or locations call Angie Stuck at (303) 421-0797 or (303) 271-1818.

You may register by fax, phone, mail or e-mail: Mail: Angie Stuck Phone: (303) 421-0797 Fax: Angie Stuck Administrative Mgr. (303) 271-1818 (866) 908-0081 C/O APICS P.O. Box 40242

Denver, Colorado 80204-0242 E-mail: apicsco81@aol.com

Unemployed? Contact us for optional fee payment schedule!

Members Non-Members (with Membership fees) Single course prices for CPIM with test/books: $ 615 $ 825 Guaranteed CPIM Series with test/books: $2800 $3010 CSCP Program with Test, Books and e-learning $2800 $3010 Lean Enterprise Workshop with book $ 700 $ 900 Global Sourcing Executive Overview $ 250 $ 275 Customer Focused Supply Chain Management $ 250 $ 300

Exam/Workbook expense included with the CPIM and CSCP Course fee. (Membership included for non-members as noted above)

Please do not send (cash/check) course fees with registration. Bring the required fees to the instructor at the first class

meeting or register and pay with Visa or MasterCard card. Make checks payable to APICS Colorado Chapter 81.

Your registration fee includes the cost of the required student guide and an exam voucher. Angie will

email test registration bulletins when you register for class.

Directions to Classes w ill be emailed to you upon registration

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Colorado Chapter 81 Winter 2015 Courses Class Instructor Location Start Date Time CPIM Course Program Accelerated Guaranteed Basics of Supply Chain Management Basics of Supply Chain Management

R. Harris / H. Johnson R. Abeyta

Hunter Douglas Broomfield, CO Cerapedics Westminster, CO

Saturdays (2 ½ weeks) Feb. 7 & 21 & 28 (1/2 day), 2015 Monday Evenings for 10 weeks

8:00 am – 5:00 pm 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm

Master Planning of Resources Master Planning of Resources

R. Harris / H. Johnson B. Abeyta

Hunter Douglas Broomfield, CO Cerapedics Westminster, CO

Saturdays (2 weeks) March 21 & 28, 2015 Monday Evenings for 7 weeks

8:00 am – 5:00 pm 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm

Detailed Scheduling and Planning Detailed Scheduling and Planning

R. Harris / H. Johnson B. Abeyta

Hunter Douglas Broomfield, CO Cerapedics Westminster, CO

Saturdays (2 weeks) April 18 & 25, 2015 Monday Evenings for 9 weeks

8:00 am – 5:00 pm 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm

Execution and Control of Operations Execution and Control of Operations

B. Abeyta B. Abeyta

Hunter Douglas Broomfield, CO Cerapedics Westminster, CO

Saturdays (2 weeks) May 16 & 30, 2015 Monday Evenings for 7 weeks

8:00 am – 5:00 pm 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm

Strategic Management of Resources Strategic Management of Resources Strategic Management of Resources

R. Harris / H. Johnson R. Harris / H. Johnson B. Abeyta

DirecTV Englewood, CO Hunter Douglas Broomfield, CO Cerapedics Westminster, CO

Saturdays (2 weeks) Jan. 17 & 24, 2015 Saturdays (2 weeks) June 13 & 27, 2015 Monday Evenings for 7 weeks

8:00 am – 5:00 pm 8:00 am – 5:00 pm 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm

CSCP Program Grigg/Harris/ Johnson

DirecTV Englewood, CO

Saturdays (5 weeks) Mar. 7 & 14, Apr. 11 & 18 and May 2, 2015

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Fundamentals Courses Available upon Request Fundamentals: Inventory Control - Manufacturing Control - Operations Management – Planning Fundamentals CLASS REGISTRATION FORM NAME: PHONE: COMPANY: FAX: APICS MEMBER: YES NO Membership # E-Mail________________ Course: Day of Week: Location: Cost $ Course: Day of Week: Location: Cost $ Course: Day of Week: Location: Cost $

You may pay by Master Card or Visa. Fill out the following form and fax it to Angie Stuck at (866) 908-0081 before the first scheduled class. You may also pay the instructor at first class, make checks payable to: APICS Colorado Chapter 81

Account #______________________________ Exp. Date_________ CVV# _____ Signature_____________________________

Directions will be emailed to you

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APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Program

CSCP Learning System Components: The CSCP Learning System is a comprehensive professional development program that will help candidates prepare for the CSCP examination. The learning system is based on the CSCP body of knowledge and features print-based study modules as well as online tools, including an assessment component that enhances the learning experience by enabling participants to check the progress of their studies and their understanding of the content. Get more information at: http://www.apics.org/careers-education-professional-development/certification/cscp CSCP Examinations: Denver, Colorado Computer Based Testing scheduled for: Mar. 21 – May 9, 2015 or July 11 – Aug. 29, 2015 Eligibility for CSCP: Must submit application of eligibility at least two weeks prior to exam registration

• CPIM / CFPIM / CIRM Certification and 2 years supply chain experience OR

• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent and 2 years supply chain experience OR

• Five years supply chain experience CSCP Modules (Newly re-designed modules)

• Session 1: Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management • Session 2: Supply Chain Strategy, Design and Compliance • Session 3: Implementation and Operations

Colorado Chapter Courses for CSCP: We have room for 15 students

• Classes for March - May exam: 5 Saturdays (see above schedule for dates) • Classes are offered at DirecTV, Englewood, CO • Class includes one set of student materials, including online access and Exam Voucher • $2800 for members, $3010 for non-members including APICS Membership. Retakes are $450 • To Register Contact Angie Stuck at (303) 421-0797 or apicsco81@aol.com

“APICS education and certification programs provide current and actionable information regardless of your supply chain or operations management role. I would highly recommend APICS education programs to anyone interested in furthering their career.” Wayne Meis, CSCP, Supply Chain Analyst, Cigna Health Care

If you have interest in this program, you can contact Roger Harris, VP of Education (303) 271-1818 /

rharris@msstech.com

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Guaranteed Schedule for Winter/Spring

CPIM Accelerated Courses

Again this year we will be offering a chance to sign up for the CPIM certification courses at one time and be assured that the classes would not be cancelled. Here is how it will work:

• The program will consist of all five of the CPIM modules, unless you have already started taking courses, in which case your fees will be adjusted.

• One price will include all five-course fees and exam vouchers and all five participant workbooks $2800 for APICS Members and $3010 for Non-Members

• Payment for all courses is due before the start of the first course. • Minimum of 12 students must enroll. • Classes will not be cancelled (even if some students drop out), since they are scheduled

and paid for by the whole class in the beginning.

Accelerated classes at Hunter Douglas will be held on Saturday’s for 8 hours 8 am until 5 pm (1 hour lunch)

• Basics of Supply Chain Management for 2½ weekends (Feb. 7 & 21 & 28 (1/2 day), 2015) • Break • Master Planning of Resources for 2 weekends (Mar. 21 & 28, 2015) • Break • Detailed Planning and Scheduling for 2 weekends (Apr. 18 & 25, 2015) • Break • Execution and Control of Operations for 2 weekends (May 16 & 30, 2015) • Break • Strategic Management of Resources for 2 weekends (Jun. 13 & 27, 2015)

“APICS has been offering classes at WhiteWave’s headquarters, which has been truly beneficial for our company. We recently completed the five CPIM courses, and had people from all areas of the supply chain enrolled. In a fast-paced, evolving field like Operations and Supply Chain, it’s important to stay informed with new practices and ideas. APICS allows busy professionals to gain important knowledge and skills while only committing a couple hours a week at class. It’s all possible because of the dedicated instructors that make learning easy with their passion to teach and real-world expertise.” Ben Osenbaugh, Fluid Transportation Logistics Specialist, WhiteWave Foods Company

If you have interest in this program, you can contact Roger Harris, VP of Education (303) 271-1818 /

rharris@msstech.com

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What are Students saying about APICS Education in Colorado?

I recently obtained the APICS CSCP certification which has equipped me with greater knowledge and understanding of the evolving field of supply chain management. The Instructor-led APICS Learning System offered by Colorado Chapter 81 helped prepare me for the exam by providing a platform to acquire, discuss and solidify key principles and terminology for current day business operations. I highly recommend this class-type setting, as you will learn as much from the dedicated instructors as from your fellow industry-wide classmates. Tom Baird, CSCP, Compliance Manager, Safilo Group

“CPIM is a worthwhile investment in yourself and your career; it played an integral part in me getting a new job and promotion in this tough economy. I recommend it to any person working in the material management/SCM career fields….kudos to the APICS Colorado Chapter 81.” Ward Jones, CPIM, Planner, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company

“I recently completed my APICS CPIM course on Saturdays & have got to say it was very enjoyable. I’d recommend the Saturday classes to anyone. At first thought, I was a little concerned about taking a day out of the weekend, but that intensive training does seem to focus the mind a little better than I think evening classes would have done. I found the experience of the instructors to be invaluable especially when trying to relate to real life situations.” Cliff Shepard, Procurement Manager, RMD KWIKFORM

“I was able to take and pass the CPIM exam suite with the help of the courses offered by my local APICS (Chapter 81) organization. The detailed review of their materials allowed me to pass each exam at the first attempt. Class discussion and the real life examples of the concepts helped my understanding enormously. I subsequently took the CSCP classes and just passed that exam last week. The bi-weekly classes were key to my success. I feel well prepared to handle the challenges of the fast paced Supply Chain environment!” Caren King, MBB, CSCP, CPIM, Program Manager, Supply Chain Operations, Seagate Technology

“I am a supply chain professional with nearly 20 years of experience, and I decided to take the CSCP exam to affirm my knowledge and identify any gaps. I highly recommend the CSCP course as an effective and efficient method to prepare for the exam. I took the exam within two weeks of the last class and passed with confidence. The classroom format works very well with five Saturdays spread over a few months allowing for time between classes to catch up on reading. All of the instructors were more than willing to share their personal experience and answer any questions about the content. The interaction and examples from fellow classmates from different industries kept it interesting and real. Also, the variety of instructors, each with solid supply chain experience, was a bonus. Based on my class experience, I've recently enrolled in the CPIM course.” Mike Kingzett, PMP, SCOR-P, CSCP, Global Manager Supply Operational Excellence, Orica Limited

"Between the classes, the material, and preparing for the exam, I learned a ton that I can apply to work. I am fairly new to Supply Chain, just 4 years, so this experience has been extremely beneficial!" Randy Sullivan, CSCP, Sr. Manager, SCM Planning & Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, DirecTV

Colorado APICS Education…Real People, Real Results!!

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APICS Colorado 81 Christmas Adopt a Family Program 2014 +

80 Children from 31 Families

Members, Are you having trouble logging in to the APICS Colorado Chapter 81 website or receiving APICS Colorado emails? Please contact Eric Ellis (Eric.Ellis@uky.edu) for help resolving these issues.

PDM PARKING NOTE: The Hyatt DTC will charge $5 per car for parking.

We suggest parking in the Oracle garage next door. Please see the map below.

Jersey Night! Show Your Team Spirit • January PDM is the night to wear your favorite sports Jersey. • Why: Because it will be fun! • What Kind? Any Sport, Any Team

Do you know members who have not attended a PDM for a while? Anyone who brings one of these folks who has not been to a PDM in the last 12 months will be eligible to receive a $10 gift card from APICS Colorado.

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APICS Colorado 81 Christmas Adopt a Family Program 2014 +

86 Children from 32 Families =

Merry Christmas!

Staff at Arvada Kmart is a tremendous help! A huge thank you to the managers Rose and Joe for all their support of our program again this year THANK YOU! In addition, I would like to thank Jamie Swan and Honey Johnson for helping me shop. Thank you to all the folks that helped sort, wrap, and deliver. It takes a lot of hands to make this happen. Thank You and Merry Christmas to all. Roger Harris

Clothes and Toys are sorted

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Wrapping Gifts!

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Tour of Leprino Manufacturing Plant in Greeley On Wednesday, November 19, Leprino Foods hosted APICS Colorado for a tour of their state-of-the art Greeley facility. Thank you Leprino! Wow, what an interesting tour. We had positive comments from several participants. One long-standing APICS member said this was the best tour we've ever had. Nice bus ride to Greeley. Steve, Roger, and Joe were great hosts serving sandwiches and soft drinks.

Who are these people and why are they dressed that way?

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Just a few more tour participants.

Thank you to all who participated!

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2014 – 2015 BOARD OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATORS

PRESIDENT

VP OF PROGRAMS

VP OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

VP OF MEMBERSHIP

Honey Johnson, CFPIM, CIRM, C.P.M, CSCP

Steve Quiat, CPIM, CSCP

Roger Harris, CFPIM, CIRM, C.P.M PMP, CSCP, CPSM

Joe Grigg, CSCP

MSS Technologies Hunter Douglas MSS Technologies Colorado National Guard 303.271.1818 x123 303.876.3522 303.271.1818 x105 720.250.1231 hjohnson@msstech.com steve.quiat@hunterdouglas.com

rharris@msstech.com jkgrigg@me.com

SECRETARY

DIR OF SPEAKERS

DIRECTOR OF CLASSES/MATERIALS MANAGER

DIR OF COMPANY COORDINATORS

Jamie Swan Trevor Trout Lois Adlfinger, CSCP Ken Cruise, CPIM Hunter Douglas MM Solutions Adlfinger Operations and

Accounting Management Charter Communications

303.876.3367 970.430.9525 303.589.5652 303.323.6024 jamie.swan@hunterdouglas.com ttrout@mmsolutions.biz Bakerspeak@aol.com

gndydancer@gmail.com

WEBMASTER

DIR OF FACILITIES

ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER/CHAPTER PDM RESERVATIONS

DIR OF PUBLICATIONS

Chris Tomlin, CSCP, CPIM Natalie Balint Angela Stuck Nate Braddock, CPIM, CSCP Sundyne Corp Hunter Douglas MSS Technologies KBI Biopharma 303.403.2036 303.876.3089 303.271.1818 x100 303.339.5601 chris.tomlin@sundyne.com natalie.balint@hunterdouglas.com astuck@msstech.com nbraddock@kbibiopharma.com TREASURER PROGRAMS COMMITTEE DIR OF STUDENT

ACTIVITIES DIR OF SOCIAL NETWORKING

Gary Williams, CPIM (Position Open) Gene Kucinkas, CPIM Eric Ellis CPIM, CSCP Lightning Eliminators Leprino Foods 303.447.2828 970.568.6221 270.210.3013 garyw@lecglobal.com genekucink@gmail.com eric.ellis@uky.edu

COLORADO CHAPTER 81 COMPANY COORDINATORS

Air Methods Corp David Lee, CPIM KBI Biopharma Nate Braddock, CPIM, CSCP Boa Technologies Jason Deugan Leprino Foods Brian Zeigler Cerapedics, Inc Bob Abeyta, MBA, CPIM, C.P.M. Level 3 Communications Patrick Libra Colorado National Guard Joe Grigg, CSCP MSS Technologies Angela Stuck CoorsTek, Inc Len Rontanini, CPIM Oracle Laurel Dale, CPIM Corden Pharma Paul Rimsky PTA Corp Laverne Contreras Denver Water Board Cindy Bramon Sandoz Jerry McQuie, CSCP Direct TV Heather Kniker, CPIM Seagate Technology John Koed, MBA, CSCP Gates Corp Marilyn Pangburn Sundyne Corporation Tina Simmons, CPIM Hunter Douglas Steve Quiat, CPIM, CSCP Swisslog Pam Zaeske, MBA, MS, CPIM

IHS David Klocek, CPIM Terumo BCT, Inc Dot Weythman, MBA, PMP,

CPIM Inovonics Wireless Corp Dennis McKay Xcel Energy Gordon Clouse, CPIM

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Calendar of Events

APICS Colorado Chapter 81 PO Box 40242 Denver CO 80204-0242 www.apicscolorado.org

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January 2015 07 Board of Directors Meeting 14 PDM at the Hyatt DTC Roy Becker Incoterms: Are You Smarter than an Exporter? February 2015 04 Board of Directors Meeting 11 PDM at the Renaissance Broomfield Jason Collier Advanced Manufacturing Processes

March 2015 04 Board of Directors Meeting 11 PDM at the Inverness Hotel Mike Ennis War Gaming as a Planning Tool April 2015 01 Board of Directors Meeting 08 PDM (Location TBD) May 2015 06 Board of Directors Meeting 13 PDM (Location TBD)

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