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Patrick Lynch

Principal at chainLEANk solutions
Patrick Lynch is a sourcing and CMO leader in medical device supply chain and specializes in strategic sourcing, materials management, and procurement. He earned his undergrad in Supply Chain from Michigan State University, and has maintained ISM, ASQ, and APICS certifications in procurement, inventory management, quality auditing, and Six Sigma, in addition to having articles published on topics related to supply chain risk, ERP configuration, and kanban. During his career, he has helped companies such as General Motors, Illiumina, Abbott Labs, Callaway Golf, and several smaller startups. His latest achievements have included successful M&A support for TearFilm, risk management programs at Illumina and Abbott, along with assisting reshoring efforts for several companies.
9:00-10:00 a.m.

Friday April 25, 2025

Lessons Learned: Establishing a Facility in Costa Rica

Once you decide to open a facility in Costa Rica, there’s little point in reinventing the wheel. Take advantage of what others have learned who went through the process before you. This session will feature a panel of speakers who can share their insights, obstacles overcome, and best practices from having gone through the process already. They will offer their “lessons learned” to anyone interest in benefiting from being able to avoid the challenges they encountered.
Moderated by Patrick Lynch

10:00-10:45 a.m.

Thursday April 24, 2025

Proactive Operational Risk Assessments: Finding Risks Before They Find You

A strong operational risk assessment process is essential to preventing supply disruptions, such as those experienced during and following the pandemic, as well as those that may result from U.S. tariffs. This session will provide a structured approach to identifying risk conditions early, distinguishing show-stopper risks, and understanding supplier-specific versus industry-wide challenges. We’ll discuss why subjective scoring models can dilute real risks and how to prioritize based on impact, likelihood, and recovery time. Using real-world examples, such as the Evonik plant explosion, we’ll illustrate how deep-dive assessments and mitigation mapping can uncover hidden vulnerabilities. Attendees will gain practical strategies for conducting thorough risk assessments, collaborating with quality teams, and proactively managing supply risks. If you’re ready to move beyond surface-level risk scoring and build a more resilient supply chain, this session is for you.