Samantha Shepard

Samantha Shepard is an experienced supply chain and sourcing professional, currently serving as the Manager of Supply Chain at Paragon 28 since April 2025. Previously, from August 2021 to April 2025, Samantha held the position of Strategic Sourcing Manager at Chuze Fitness, focusing on enhancing efficiencies to serve community and members effectively. Prior roles include Assistant Category Manager and Sensory Manager at Tillamook County Creamery Association, where responsibility encompassed product strategy and quality assurance. Earlier experiences involved various supply chain and strategic sourcing roles at Enovis and logistics analysis at Canon Medical Systems USA, complemented by foundational work as a Bioprocess Technician at Genentech and Laboratory Technician at Cal Poly Dairy Products Technology. Samantha earned a Bachelor's degree in Food Science and Dairy Product Technology from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo in 2004.