Brande Bond Honored with 2026 Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award

Brande Bond, QCD Group Vice President, Supply Chain, today earned a 2026 Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award in the Trailblazer category. Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive present the distinction annually to recognize female supply chain leaders whose achievements, mentorship, and leadership create opportunities for women across the supply chain profession.

"This award not only honors women in supply chain, but also represents progress, growth, and the achievements of leaders who continue paving the way for future generations," said Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive and co-founder of the Women in Supply Chain Forum™.

With more than 28 years of service at Golden State Foods (GSF) and QCD, she progressed from a frontline customer service role to senior leadership by delivering results, building trusted partnerships, and driving meaningful change. Brande leads QCD's supply chain strategy, guiding planning, procurement, and inventory optimization efforts that support service excellence and operational performance. She also oversees customer fulfillment, supplier partnerships, and resilience initiatives that strengthen continuity across the network.

“Ever since QCD welcomed Brande as its first associate in 2006, her leadership has helped shape the division into what it is today,” said Ryan Hammer, Corporate Senior Vice President and President, QCD. “This honor speaks to the mark she has left not only on the business, but also on the teams, relationships, and culture she has helped build. As we look ahead, we are energized by the opportunity to have Brande guiding QCD forward with the vision, discipline, and dedication that have been hallmarks of her career.”