Best Maniv Mobility Podcasts (2025)

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Robotics, AI, and the Human Touch in Modern Warehousing with Mark Becker of G10 Fullfillment 30:09

1d ago30:09

30:09

Highlights from their conversation include: The G10 Fulfillment Founding Story (1:04) Mark Becker’s Career Background (3:19) Early E-commerce and Amazon Insights (6:31) Evolving Customer Demands & Service Model (7:59) Warehouse Network Strategy (8:45) Network Optimization & Data-Driven Decisions (11:01) Automation in B2C vs. B2B Fulfillment (15:56)…

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Empowering the Connected Workforce: AI, ERP, and the Future of Manufacturing with Stephen Dombroski of QAD 31:52

7d ago31:52

31:52

During this episode, Santosh is joined by Stephen Dombroski, Director, CPG & Food and Beverage at QAD. Stephen joins the show to discuss the future of manufacturing and supply chain innovation. Topics include the evolution of ERP systems, the shift from reactive to proactive planning, the impact of AI and real-time data on demand forecasting, and t…

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Episode 11: From Uncertainty to Impact: How SK Group is Scaling Innovation Across Borders with Hee S. Jung 43:36

10d ago43:36

43:36

In this episode of Inside CVC, we sit down with Hee S. ("Hee") Jung, CEO of SK Chemicals America and head of SK Group’s corporate venture investment operations in North America. Just days after SK Group announced strong earnings in South Korea, Hee offers an inside look at how the conglomerate is navigating today’s global headwinds—from regulatory …

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Re-Air: Navigating the Complexities of Global Trade and Logistics: A Deep Dive into Supply Chain Management with Dr. Tom Goldsby of the University of Tennessee 29:00

14d ago29:00

29:00

From time to time, we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed. During this episode, Santosh is joined by Dr. Tom Goldsby, Chair of Logistics at the Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee. Santosh and Tom discuss the complexities of supply chain management and other important topics. Tom sh…

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From Disruption to the DOT (and Back Again) 41:54

17d ago41:54

41:54

Gabe Klein has experience across the worlds of entrepreneurship and policy, including a leadership role at Zipcar and - most recently - as head of the US Joint Office of Energy and Transportation. Gabe explores how policy and infrastructure affect technology adoption. Gabe shares insights from scaling startups like Zipcar and navigating municipal a…

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Re-Air: Strategies for Talent Success in the Supply Chain Industry with Radu Palamariu of Alcott Global 35:44

21d ago35:44

35:44

From time to time, we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed. During this episode, Santosh is joined by Radu Palamariu, the Managing Director for Europe and Asia Pacific at Alcott Global, a company that provides executive search solutions for the world's top companies in eCommerce, supply chain, logistics, …

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Episode 10: AI, Uncertainty, and the Future of Work: A Conversation with Peter Schwartz & Richard Socher 43:02

24d ago43:02

43:02

Futurist Peter Schwartz (Chief Future Officer, Salesforce) and AI pioneer Richard Socher (CEO, You.com) join Inside CVC to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping work, leadership, and society. They reflect on the evolution of AI at Salesforce, the shifting skills required of tomorrow’s leaders, and how regulation, culture, and global risk…

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The Human-AI Balance Between Corporate Innovation and Venture Capital with Joe Darcy of Volvo Group VC 21:40

29d ago21:40

21:40

During this episode, Santosh is joined by Joe Darcy, Investment Director at Volvo Group VC, as they explore the intersection of corporate venture capital, industrial innovation, and technology. Joe shares insights into Volvo's strategic venture approach, emphasizing their 28-year history of investing in startups that can benefit both the company an…

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AI, Electrification, and the Changing Mobility Landscape with Jake Wieseneck of Maniv 32:44

1M ago32:44

32:44

During this episode, Santosh is joined by Jake Wieseneck, Principal at Maniv, a venture capital firm focused on mobility and transportation technologies. Jake shares insights into Maniv's investment strategy, emphasizing their focus on decarbonization and the digitization of transportation. The conversation also explores emerging trends in AI, part…

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Episode 9: AI Operating Systems, Digital Labor & the End of Pilot Purgatory with Alec Coughlin 42:36

1M ago42:36

42:36

Enterprise AI strategist Alec Coughlin joins Inside CVC to share hard-earned insights on scaling AI beyond the memo. Alec challenges common misconceptions about “AI-first” strategies and explains why so few companies are truly AI-mature. We explore how leading enterprises like McKinsey, Blue Yonder, and Union Square Ventures are operationalizing in…

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The Anti-CRM Revolution: How Spiro.ai is Transforming Industrial Sales with Adam Honig 25:05

1M ago25:05

25:05

During this episode, Santosh is joined by Adam Honig, CEO of Spiro.ai. During the conversation, Adam and Santosh discuss the limitations of traditional CRM systems and introduce an "anti-CRM" approach tailored for the industrial sector. Adam shares his experiences in sales and technology, highlighting how Spiro.ai uses AI to automatically collect a…

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Re-Air: Revolutionizing the Mexican Trucking Industry with Innovative Financial Infrastructure with Jaime Tabachnik of Solvento 38:10

2M ago38:10

38:10

From time to time, we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed. During this episode, Santosh is joined by Jaime Tabachnik, Co-Founder and CEO at Solvento, a company unlocking the flow of money for truckers in Latin America. During the conversation, Santosh and Jaime discuss the intersection of freight and fin…

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Episode 8: Scenario Thinking in the Age of AI: Jonathan Brill on Preparing for Disruption 39:53

2M ago39:53

39:53

In this episode of Inside CVC, futurist and innovation expert Jonathan Brill, author of Rogue Waves, joins Steve Schmith and Philipp Willigmann for a provocative conversation about navigating—and capitalizing on—radical change. From AI and demographic shifts to geopolitical volatility and supply chain resilience, Brill explains how corporate ventur…

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Semiconductor Supply Chains: Navigating Trade Wars and Transparency with Michael Murray of DSV Inventory Management Solutions 21:59

2M ago21:59

21:59

During this episode, Santosh is joined by Michael Murray, Senior Director, Global Supply Chain Management at DSV Inventory Management Solutions. Michael discusses the complex semiconductor supply chain landscape and explores critical topics such as the Section 232 trade investigation, challenges of onshoring, and strategies for managing inventory a…

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Ultra-Cold and Ultra-Critical: Inside Pharmaceutical Supply Chains with Joel Wayment of Cardinal Health 29:19

2M ago29:19

29:19

During this episode, Santosh is joined by Joel Wayment, VP and GM of 3PL logistics at Cardinal Health. Joel provides an in-depth exploration of pharmaceutical cold chain logistics, highlighting the critical evolution of medical product transportation. He discusses how emerging technologies, sustainability efforts, and innovative packaging solutions…

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Episode 7: Riding the Shifting Currents of Mobility Innovation with Maniv's Michael Granoff 13:31

2M ago13:31

13:31

In this episode of Inside CVC, we sit down with Michael Granoff, founder of Maniv Mobility, to explore the dynamic forces reshaping the movement of people and goods. From electric trucks in California to two-wheelers in India, Maniv’s portfolio reflects the global push toward decarbonization, automation, and digitization. Michael shares candid insi…

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Freight Fraud Exposed: Strategies for Survival in the Digital Age with Michael Grace of Highway 29:25

2M ago29:25

29:25

Highlights from their conversation include: Overview of Highway and Michael's Background in Freight (1:35) Rise of Freight Fraud (2:29) Types of Fraud Encountered (5:52) Fraudulent Carrier Tactics (8:11) Highway's Carrier Vetting Process (10:23) Impact of Freight Fraud (11:53) Highway's Identity Engine (16:57) Comparison with Other Tools (19:09) Qu…

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Re-Air: The Impact of Emerging Technologies on Traditional European Freight Brokerage Business Models with David Nothacker of sennder 35:28

3M ago35:28

35:28

Highlights from their conversation include: David’s background and journey in co-founding sennder (0:41) European Freight Market Dynamics (2:39) The State of the European Freight Industry (4:47) Diversification and Business Strategy (6:14) Influence of Market Dynamics on Strategy (8:40) Outlook for 2024 and Managed Transportation Capability (10:47)…

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Episode 6: Inside Capital’s New Playbook: A Conversation with Bank of America’s Shawn Hoyer 35:09

3M ago35:09

35:09

In this episode of Inside CVC, we sit down with Shawn Hoyer, Head of Venture Capital Coverage at Bank of America, to explore how capital markets are evolving—and what it means for founders, investors, and corporate innovators. From the fluidity of global capital and the rise of sovereign wealth funds to the future of AI-driven startups and public m…

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Drones, Deals & Disruption: Manna's Bobby Healy on Food Delivery’s Next Era 35:01

3M ago35:01

35:01

Highlights from their conversation include: Manna's Mission (1:23) Customer Adoption Rates (4:56) Regulatory Environment (7:54) Scaling Operations (8:38) Regulatory Advice (13:01) Community Engagement Challenges (16:38) Importance of Local Communication (20:59) Impact of Scale on Delivery Economics (24:05) Doordash's Offensive Strategy (27:06) Chal…

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Episode 5: Scaling Innovation from the Inside Out: Day 2 Insights from the CVC Open Innovation Summit 35:52

3M ago35:52

35:52

In Episode 5 of Inside CVC, we continue our deep dive into the 2025 CVC Open Innovation Summit, this time focusing on highlights and takeaways from Day 2. Co-hosts Steve Schmith and Philipp Willigmann explore how Miami took center stage as an emerging hub for globally connected innovation—spanning Latin America, Europe, and beyond. We spotlight the…

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Investing in the Future: Lessons from Dynamo's Latest Fund and Team 41:03

3M ago41:03

41:03

Highlights from their conversation include: Welcoming Bola to the Dynamo Team (0:41) Founders in the Industrial Sector (3:14) Madelyn’s Promotion and Focus (5:37) Geopolitical Tensions and Supply Chain (7:35) Dynamo's Rebranding and Focus (12:03) AI's Role in Venture Capital (18:02) Navigating Global Trade Policies (22:54) Impact of Tariffs on Supp…

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Episode 4: From Spark to Summit: Inside Day 1 of the 2025 CVC Open Innovation Summit 33:40

3M ago33:40

33:40

In this episode of Inside CVC, hosts Steve Schmith and Philipp Willigmann explore the origins, purpose, and outcomes of the CVC Open Innovation Summit in Miami. Philipp shares how a dinner conversation in 2023 sparked a movement to create a trusted, high-impact environment for CVC and innovation leaders—culminating in a summit designed by CVCs, for…

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Plowing the Future: Igino Cafiero on Autonomy and Acquisition in Agriculture 33:45

3M ago33:45

33:45

Igino Cafiero of Bear Flag Robotics recounts his entrepreneurial path to autonomous technology for farm tractors, culminating in the company's acquisition by John Deere. Cafiero delves into the pressing issue of labor shortages in agriculture and how autonomy offers a solution without displacing existing labor. He shares the specific technological …

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From Tariffs to Sustainability: The Bold New Era of Cross-Border Logistics with Izzy Rosenzweig of Portless 20:50

3M ago20:50

20:50

Highlights from their conversation include: Izzy’s Background and Journey in Cross-Border Logistics (0:41) Challenges of Traditional Supply Chains (2:08) Direct Fulfillment Model Explained (5:40) Skepticism Around Near Shoring (8:46) Impact of Trade Policies (11:44) Sustainability in Supply Chains (14:42) Operational Challenges in Cross-Border Logi…

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Re-Air: Exploring the Impact of Technology and Venture Capital on the Evolution of Freight Brokerage with Barry Large 23:48

4M ago23:48

23:48

Highlights from their conversation include: Barry’s journey in Co-Founding Access America (0:53) Venture Capital and Technology in the Freight Industry (4:39) Challenges and Strategies in the Industry (8:26) Future Outlook and Business Optimization (14:02) Role of Technology in Freight Brokerage (15:54) The Impact of AI and Future Trends (19:18) Op…

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Re-Air: Why Global Supply Chain Continues to Thrive with Ryan Petersen of Flexport 1:02:57

4M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

Highlights from their conversation include: The transition back to CEO and managing company changes (1:23) Acquisition of Shopify Logistics and Convoy (3:41) Focus on profitability and going public (10:15) The culture of velocity (11:13) Building trust and transparency (12:10) Focus, quality, and cost discipline (14:02) User experience for importer…

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Episode 3: An Inside Look at Inside CVC - Innovation, Ecosystems, and the Road Ahead 31:27

4M ago31:27

31:27

Welcome to Episode 3 of Inside CVC! In this special behind-the-scenes edition, co-hosts Steve Schmith and Philipp Willigmann sit down—finally together on the mic—to talk about the "why" behind Inside CVC. If you’re just tuning in, this is your chance to meet the minds behind the podcast. Steve and Philipp share the story of how the show came to lif…

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The Procurement Playbook: Strategies for Modern Manufacturing with Graham Scott of Jabil 31:14

4M ago31:14

31:14

Highlights from their conversation include: Graham's Background and Journey to Jabil (1:32) Overview of Jabil (2:33) Graham's Role in Procurement (3:43) Supplier Base Complexity (7:57) Resilience in Supply Chain (9:44) Challenges of Geopolitics (11:56) Future of Procurement with AI (13:52) Trends in Electronics Manufacturing (15:11) Semiconductor S…

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Episode 2: Tariffs, Trade Wars, and Cross-Border Strategy with Benjamin Qiu 31:57

4M ago31:57

31:57

In this timely and globally focused episode of Inside CVC, we sit down with Benjamin Qiu, an American lawyer and cross-border investment expert, to unpack the escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China—and what they mean for corporate venture capital, startups, and innovation worldwide. Benjamin brings a unique perspective shaped by decad…

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Building a Competitive Edge: The Role of Industrial Policy in America's Economic Revival with Ian Fletcher and Marc Fasteau 33:52

4M ago33:52

33:52

Highlights from their conversation include: Introducing Marc and Ian and the New Book (0:41) Defining Modern Industrial Policy (4:33) Industry-Based Economic View (5:35) Importance of Industry Selection (7:23) Global Perspectives on Industrial Policy (11:25) Three Pillars of Industrial Policy (17:26) List of Industrial Policy Tools (19:16) Granular…

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Episode 1: The Water Reckoning: Why Corporations Can’t Ignore the Crisis Anymore with J. Carl Ganter 37:44

4M ago37:44

37:44

J. Carl Ganter, founder of Circle of Blue, joins Inside CVC by u-path to explore water scarcity as a rising threat to corporate employees, supply chains, operations, and customers. With a journalist’s eye and an innovator’s urgency, the advisor to the World Economic Forum and global business leaders explains why this issue demands board-level atten…

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From Complexity to Clarity: Simplifying ERP for Mid-Market Manufacturing with Alex Barroux of Bonx 26:23

4M ago26:23

26:23

During this episode, Santosh is joined by Alex Barroux, Co-Founder and CEO at Bonx, a company that offers a customizable, no-code ERP system designed to streamline operations for small and medium-sized manufacturing businesses. Santosh and Alex discuss Bonx’s innovative ERP solutions as Alex highlights the challenges companies face with traditional…

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The inside story of boomless supersonic flight 30:28

5M ago30:28

30:28

Blake Scholl of Boom Supersonic joins Anything That Moves to discuss the future of supersonic flight: why did it disappear with the last flight of the Concorde? Why is now the time to bring it back? And… despite the name, might supersonic cruise be boomless? After listening, check out the company’s first supersonic flight here (and here for those i…

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The Hydrogen Revolution and How It Can Reshape The Energy Landscape with Gary Ong of Celadyne Technologies 43:08

5M ago43:08

43:08

Highlights from their conversation include: Gary’s Background in Hydrogen (0:41) Hydrogen's Potential (2:13) Why Hydrogen Over Batteries? (5:37) Challenges of Energy Storage (8:25) Public Perception of Hydrogen (10:01) Hydrogen's Industrial Applications (12:35) Energy Independence and Global Leverage (16:09) Hydrogen in Transportation and Logistics…

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Re-Air: Convoy’s Ripple Effect on Digital Freight Brokerage with Craig Fuller of FreightWaves 51:19

5M ago51:19

51:19

Highlights from their conversation include: The failure of Convoy and its impact on the industry (1:25) Were Convoy’s margins a factor in failure (5:18) The role of investors and understanding the industry (9:31) The failure of Convoy's board and understanding of the freight market (11:45) Challenges of venture capital in the freight brokerage indu…

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Data Meets Automation: How Robotics is Closing the Supply Chain Visibility Gap with Andrei Danescu of Dexory 27:27

5M ago27:27

27:27

Highlights from their conversation include: Andrei's Background in Robotics (1:18) The Core Problem in Supply Chain (5:25) Dexory Technology Overview (6:47) Identifying Customer Pain Points (8:04) Case Study of Success (11:27) State of Warehousing Robotics in Europe (13:36) Current Trends in Warehouse Robotics (15:08) Changing ROI Expectations (16:…

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Reinventing Manufacturing: The Future is Local and Automated with Renen Devillieres of OSS Ventures 31:55

5M ago31:55

31:55

Highlights from their conversation include: Renan’s Background and Journey to OSS Centures (0:41) OSS Ventures Overview (1:11) Venture Builder Model (4:08) Traits of Successful Founders (6:29) Key Areas for 2025 (8:27) Reshoring Manufacturing Operations (12:02) Sustainability in Supply Chains (17:59) Manufacturing Technology Implementation (21:00) …

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Re-Air: Bridging the Digital Divide for Freight Brokers with Rick Zullo of Equal Ventures 32:44

6M ago32:44

32:44

Highlights from their conversation include: The origin story of Equal Ventures (0:41 The challenges of the new brokerage concept (5:16) Impacts of market dynamics on brokerage business models (8:16) The Entrepreneur's Agency (11:11) Rolling Over Equity (12:13) Platform Solution for Freight Forwarders (15:27) The freight cycle and the future of star…

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Stresswood and Strength: Unlocking Resilience & Innovation in Supply Chain Investing with Earnest Sweat of Stresswood 35:13

6M ago35:13

35:13

Highlights from their conversation include: Welcoming Back Earnest to the Show (0:45) Inspiration Behind "Stress Wood" (1:05) The Importance of Resilience (2:21) Value of Storytelling in Investing (9:17) Understanding the Supply Chain Landscape (12:27) Opportunities in Non-AI Companies (15:18) Future Investment Focus Areas (21:43) The Industrial La…

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From Freight Fraud to AI: Navigating the Wild World of Supply Chain with Grace Sharkey of FreightWaves 36:15

6M ago36:15

36:15

Highlights from their conversation include: Grace's Journey into Supply Chain (1:14) Early Career in Brokerage (3:17) Current Market Conditions (7:02) Adoption of AI Tools (10:08) Addressing Freight Fraud (15:15) Technology Solutions for Security (18:51) Challenges of Evolving Technology (20:19) The impact of freight fraud (22:23) Arctic shipping d…

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One word for you: Sourcing... new materials with AI 43:06

6M ago43:06

43:06

Ian Arthurs of Circular joins Anything That Moves to discuss why sourcing and procuring new materials is hard. Why has recycled plastic historically cost more than virgin plastic? Is that "green premium" possibly bridgeable with better data?

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Tender Rejections and Market Signals: What They Mean for Freight in 2025 with Zach Strickland of FreightWaves SONAR 31:53

6M ago31:53

31:53

Highlights from their conversation include: Zach's Journey into Freight (1:00) Transition to Data in Freight (3:15) Understanding Data's Value (5:21) Current State of the Freight Market (6:29) Tender Rejections and Market Indicators (8:38) Predictions for 2025 (9:38) Historical Context of Supply Chain Stability (11:46) Freight Recessions Explained …

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Re-Air: Executing on the Digital Freight Brokerage Opportunity with Felipe Capella of Loadsmart 33:15

7M ago33:15

33:15

Highlights from their conversation include: The rise of Loadsmart (0:58) Shift in Loadsmart's focus (2:28) Comparison of Loadsmart and Convoy (7:39) The challenges of scaling a digital freight brokerage model (13:18) The lean business model of brokerage and different misconceptions (14:32) Adoption of cloud-based solutions in the supply chain indus…

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From Ocean to Lotion: How Kelp is Transforming Beauty Products with Matthew Perkins of Macro Oceans 20:15

7M ago20:15

20:15

Highlights from their conversation include: Macro Oceans Overview (1:10) Matthew's Background and Journey to Macro Oceans (2:19) Kelp in Beauty Products (3:23) Kelp Industry Overview (6:23) Post-Harvest Processing (8:26) Consumer Demand for Transparency (10:28) Operationalizing Traceability (12:21) Green Premium Concept (15:30) Zero Waste Philosoph…

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When TikTok Trends Meet Supply Chains: Are We All Just Chasing Viral Fads? Featuring Kevin O’Marah of zero100 26:32

7M ago26:32

26:32

Highlights from their conversation include: Kevin’s Background in Supply Chain (0:41) zero100 Overview (1:15) Demand vs. Supply Dynamics (4:08) Impact of Social Media on Demand (5:05) Understanding TikTok (6:14) Gen Z and Demand Persistence (13:22) Sustainability Challenges (15:23) Designing a TikTok Supply Chain (18:55) Successful Examples in Supp…

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From Neglected Assets to Smart Solutions: The Evolution of Trailer Telematics with Carl-Christoph Reckers of FleetPulse 32:03

7M ago32:03

32:03

Highlights from their conversation include: CCR’s Background and Journey to FleetPulse (0:41) FleetPulse Overview (1:19) Trailer Telematics Industry Primer (4:41) Technological Advancements in Trailers (5:10) The Rise of Cargo Theft (7:50) Understanding Trailer Neglect (8:18) Impact of Cargo Theft Trends (10:07) Value of Smart Trailers (12:31) Case…

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Re-Air: AI in Supply Chain: Closing the Gap Between Data and Results with Pawan Joshi of E2open 28:28

8M ago28:28

28:28

Highlights from their conversation include: Pawan’s background and journey in supply chain (0:58) The core concepts of AI and its impact on supply chain (4:02) The role of AI in supply chain operations (10:28) Framework for adopting AI in organizations (11:38) Considerations for implementing AI in supply chain (12:51) The closed loop solution (21:2…

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Re-Air: Can AI and Transformers Revolutionize the Supply Chain? Featuring Nisarg Mehta of Raft AI 27:24

8M ago27:24

27:24

Highlights from their conversation include: Nisarg’s background and journey in founding Raft AI (1:20) The use of transformers in Raft (3:02) Delivering customer value with transformers (5:01) The impacts of AI and language models on supply chain (8:48) The movement of goods, money, and information (14:12) Revolutionizing supply chain with technolo…

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The Essential Role of Supply Chains in Disaster Recovery with Kathy Fulton of American Logistics Aid Network 24:17

8M ago24:17

24:17

Highlights from their conversation include: Kathy’s Background and Journey to Disaster Recovery Logistics (0:41) Overview of ALAN (1:10) Importance of Supply Chains in Disasters (4:26) Disaster Recovery Lifecycle (7:22) First 24-48 Hours Post-Disaster (9:55) Role of Volunteers and Local Businesses (11:57) Building Resilient Supply Chains (13:43) Cr…

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