Pamela Kan (Twitter peekan)

President/owner at Bishop-Wisecarver

Pamela Kan has extensive experience in various leadership roles within the manufacturing industry. Pamela has been the President/Owner of Bishop-Wisecarver Corporation since 1991, where they focus on engineering motion products and providing unique solutions to manufacturers and Automation Solution Providers.

In addition, Pamela has served on the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association since 2008. This organization aims to improve the business climate for manufacturing companies in the state and works towards developing balanced laws and effective regulations.

Pamela has also been a member of the Board of Directors for the National Association of Manufacturers since 2007. This association advocates for its members and seeks to enhance the competitiveness of manufacturers in the United States.

Pamela is actively involved in various professional organizations, including being a member of C200, the Association of Manufacturers Bay Area, and the AHTD Association for High Technology Distribution.

Furthermore, they have demonstrated their commitment to supporting women in the manufacturing industry by serving as the Chair of the Women in Manufacturing Industry Group for the Women's Business Enterprise Council Pacific from 2013 to 2018.

Pamela's contributions extend beyond their work in the manufacturing sector. Pamela has been a partner in the California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), focusing on strengthening the state's supply chain. Pamela was also a member of Governor Newsom's Task Force on Business & Jobs Recovery in 2020.

Additionally, Pamela has served on the Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County as a board member from 2016 to 2017.

Pamela Kan has a diverse education history that spans several years. In 1983, they attended the University of Arizona, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Retail Business. Pamela successfully completed their undergraduate studies in 1987.

In 1991 and 1992, Pamela attended the University of California, Berkeley, where they earned a Certificate in Hazardous Materials Management. This program provided their with a specialization in hazardous materials management, enhancing their knowledge in this field.

Pamela's pursuit of education continued in 1994 when they enrolled at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management. Over the course of three years, until 1997, they attended the school as an Executive Scholar. During this time, they focused on General Management and earned a certificate in the field.

Most recently, in 2017, Pamela joined the Owner/President Management Program (OPM53) at Harvard Business School Executive Education. This program lasted for two years, ending in 2019. The OPM53 program helped their develop their skills as an owner and president of a business.

Through these educational experiences, Pamela Kan has equipped herself with a broad range of knowledge and expertise in areas such as retail business, hazardous materials management, and general management.

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  • President/owner

    April, 1991 - present