About us...
The University Logistics and Supply Chain Association (ULSCA) began in 1975 called the Big Ten Materials Management Group. Over the course of the next 30 years, the organization adopted various names as it grew encompassing multiple large universities with “stores”, and operations focused on improving the warehouse-based supply model.
In August of 2015 the organization settled on the current title. The ULSCA has formed partnerships with multiple higher education associations in an effort to align expertise in distribution and logistics with procurement and contracting creating a complete Supply Chain partnership with a Higher Education focus. The partnerships focus on excellent educational programs, expansive membership, strong history of effectiveness, and administrative assistance.
ULSCA continues to seek opportunities to expand its scope, evaluate new partnerships and welcome new members. Our organization celebrates great diversity as our members are engaged in the supply chain process in schools across the country. The organization has grown substantially, but remains a small enough to provide ready access to experienced and supportive colleagues and through NAEP, to a network of professional resources.
We are proud of our history of service to higher education and we are excited about our potential as we continue to grow partnerships between our members, vendors and other organizations
Board of Directors
Jen Carmichael- President
Jen is the Director of Logistics at the University of California, Davis. During her 24-year tenure with the UC she has managed a variety of units. She currently oversees stores operations, gas cylinders, mail/hazardous shipping services, document storage/shredding, Surplus, equipment rental and labor services. She also serves as the UCD Logistics Officer for emergency operations and sits on numerous campus and UC systemwide advisory groups.
Robbie Jacobs- Vice President
Robbie Jacob is responsible for the University of California, San Diego Logistics operations that include Receiving and Distribution, Moving Services, Surplus Sales, Gas Cylinders, Messenger, and Self-Storage operations. He joined UC San Diego in 2014 and brought with him 16 years of direct experience in managing warehouse/logistics operations.
Kristen Weidler- Treasurer
Kristen is the Business Analyst & Project Manager for UC San Diego Logistics, and has a strong educational and professional foundation in supply chain logistics, business & financial analytics, project management, and leadership. Through her 7 years with the university she has been responsible for a variety of other logistics roles, including client services administrator, financial analyst, business development analyst, and STORE program manager.
David Stefanic- Administrative Officer
David has been with The University of Kentucky for 5 years as a Category Specialist in Procurement Services. Filling roles in Capital Construction Procurement, and currently managing contracts for Maintenance Repair and Operation supplies and services, Janitorial supplies and services, Landscaping and Snow removal, Signage, Moving and Relocation services, and Construction rentals. David has a long background in purchasing, spend analytics, inventory control, and operations management.
Dave Saniti- Membership Officer
Dave manages numerous supply chain, operations, shipping and distribution processes around the University of Minnesota campuses. His operation includes approximately 35 employees and 15 vehicles. He is responsible for and overseeing operations processes, leadership decision making, hiring/training employees, fleet maintenance, customer support, new customer acquisition, minimizing delivery presence/impact on campus, and working as a subject matter expert/consult for the University's roads, docks, operations and general supply chain processes.
Mark Hamilton- Cabinet Member
Mark Hamilton serves as the Interim Director of Materials Management for the Office of Business and Finance. In this role, Mark leads the team that provides support services for the University such as Distribution and Logistics, Central Receiving, Surplus property, and Mail Services. Mark has been with Arizona State University since 2022. Mark brings over 20 years of logistics experience, with a strong track record of delivering measurable results and optimizing supply chain operations. With his background in Lean 6 Sigma processes, supply chain management, and quality control, Mark is well-equipped to lead the Materials Management team.