Best Techquila Podcasts (2024)

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TECHquila Sunrise Live: What to Expect When You're Expecting... to Raise Funding 59:58

3+ y ago59:58

59:58

Fresh off raising $30M in Series B funding for RoadSync, a logistics payment software company, CEO Robin Gregg sat down with hosts Greg White and Balaji Gopinath to share her wisdom on what it takes to find, and win over, the right investors at every stage of the fundraising process. Don't miss this master class on everything from perfecting pitche…

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3 Keys to Turn Supply Chain Visibility into Action with Shannon Vaillancourt, CEO Ratelinx - Part 2 25:35

3+ y ago25:35

25:35

When it comes to TMS, there's no shortage of solutions - and no end to the marketing hype around visibility. But are you deploying technology solutions before diagnosing the problem they're meant to solve? What does it mean to be truly "data-driven"? In Part 2 of the interview, we sat down with RateLinx Founder and President Shannon Vaillancourt to…

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3 Keys to Turn Supply Chain Visibility into Action with Shannon Vaillancourt, CEO Ratelinx - Part 1 33:50

3+ y ago33:50

33:50

When it comes to TMS, there's no shortage of solutions - and no end to the marketing hype around visibility. But are you deploying technology solutions before diagnosing the problem they're meant to solve? What does it mean to be truly "data-driven"? We sat down with RateLinx Founder and President Shannon Vaillancourt to talk about what true proble…

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What Makes a Startup Go? Sunrise Special 19:03

3+ y ago19:03

19:03

Listen Up! In this Sunrise Special, host Greg White gives you an early-stage startup and investing education. What happens in each round of a startup? What should founders be getting done? What should they expect? Check out some of Greg's startup rules to help you understand how to be a successful founder or how to successfully work with founders. …

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Sunrise Special: How do Venture Capitalists Choose a Startup? 11:31

3+ y ago11:31

11:31

Listen UP! In today's "Sunrise Special" episode, we're sharing a clip from an early TECHquila Sunrise episode where Greg shares how venture capitalists decide which companies to invest in (and how much!). Check out this abbreviated TECHquila Sunrise episode and soak up the supply chain tech knowledge! Additional Links & Resouces: Learn more about T…

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You Don't Know Jack! Part 2 with Supply Chain Tech Investor Jack Freeman of PeakSpan Capital 38:55

3+ y ago38:55

38:55

ListenUP! to part 2 of our interview with Jack Freeman from PeakSpan Capital. Jack and Greg talk about the investment environment is for supply chain tech, and what Jack has seen learned, and can share so tech leaders understand the supply chain tech landscape. Jack shares more perspective from an investor that's been there and done it. He sees the…

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You Don't Know Jack! Interview with Supply Chain Tech Investor Jack Freeman of PeakSpan Capital 39:07

3+ y ago39:07

39:07

Startup growth and navigating the investment environment is a complex game. Greg has been there and done it multiple times, and he's realized every, single time it's new. Greg's guest, Jack Freeman and he will share Jack's path from startup to the investor seat. What he's learned, what he's still learning and some new areas that he's getting into. …

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Decoding the Mysteries of Founder & Investor Relations with Sena Zorlu from Kubera Venture Capital Part 2 28:40

3+ y ago28:40

28:40

Greg and Sena Zorlu, Venture Partner at Kubea Venture Capital & founder of her own stealth startup give you another shot at understanding how investors think about your startup. Are you communicating what investors need to hear? Do they "get" your pitch? How do you make sure what you're saying is what they are hearing? So many founders may think th…

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Decoding the Mysteries of Founder & Investor Relations with Sena Zorlu, Kubera Venture Capital, Pt 1 44:53

3+ y ago44:53

44:53

Understanding how investors think about your startup is a mystery. When you’re pitching, what are they hearing? What opinions are they forming? So many founders may think they’re communicating one thing, when actually it’s another, and it may not be at all what’s in the pitch deck, or conversation! Sena Zorlu and I reveal to founders what investors…

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7 Musts for Your 3 Minute Startup Pitch 17:27

3+ y ago17:27

17:27

When you’re pitching your startup you have one shot to get the attention of people who listen to pitches every, single day. These people finely-tuned machines, and they can detect greatness, weakness, flaws & bulls#!+ in an instant. Greg White has been there – and done it, and he's discovered the secrets to this finely honed craft. So Greg shares w…

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TECHquila Sunrise Replay: So You Want to Get Into Supply Chain Tech? 19:47

3+ y ago19:47

19:47

TECHquila Sunrise on Supply Chain Now shares the latest investments, acquisitions, innovations, and glorious implosions in Supply Chain Tech every week. Are you thinking about pursuing the #startuplife? Listen in to this episode as Greg gives you the ins and outs of what it takes to get into supply chain tech. Additional Links & Resources: Learn mo…

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How to Drive Change with Data: AI and the Future of Supply Chain with Andrew Vaughan 46:43

3+ y ago46:43

46:43

The best supply chain is the one that doesn't make the news. That's just one pearl of wisdom you will find in this fascinating conversation with supply chain technology veteran Andrew Vaughan. Currently the Chief Technology Officer at Verusen, Andrew has led engineering and analytics teams for Groupon, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, and project44. In th…

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Stop Talking - Act: Building Sustainable Logistics Initiatives with Peter Stangeland 38:28

3+ y ago38:28

38:28

You've heard of cargo ships. But what about cargo ... bikes? When it comes to emissions-free logistics and last mile delivery, DB Schenker is clearing the path to sustainability with repurposed sea containers, electric vehicles and other innovative forms of transport. In this episode, host Greg White chats with Chief Commercial Officer Peter Stange…

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TECHquila Sunrise Classic: 5 Things Supply Chain Tech Won’t Do for You 11:08

3+ y ago11:08

11:08

In this TECHquila Sunrise Classic, Greg shares the 5 things supply chain tech will NOT do for you. Listen UP! Additional Links & Resources: Subscribe to TECHquila Sunrise and all other Supply Chain Now programming at: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe This episode is hosted by Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated sh…

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What's "Normal" Anyway? Navigating Logistics in a World of Shifting Consumer Behavior 39:02

3+ y ago39:02

39:02

The events of the past year have prompted a rapid shift in consumer behavior, most notably in ecommerce - but what's the next "new normal" supply chains need to brace for? From dealing with technical debt to making sure your ERP, WMS, TMS and OMS all integrate with one another, it's less a matter of predicting the future and more a question of engi…

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6 Things You Can Do to Engage Gen Z in Your Business - Interview with Delaney White 33:02

3+ y ago33:02

33:02

Greg White interviews his daughter, Delaney on this episode of TECHquila Sunrise. Delaney shares how she became a tech sales rep, gained experience, received mentorship & learned a lot about herself in her final years of college and her first years in the workforce. She and Greg each share 3 things that companies can do to ignite their Millennial &…

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What is Tech for Good? Creating Aspirational Futures with Dr. Sally Eaves 53:02

3+ y ago53:02

53:02

In this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Greg welcomes Dr. Sally Eaves to the livestream to talk aspirational futures, philanthropy, blockchain, tech, and more. Subcribe to TECHquila Sunrise and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe This episode was hosted by Greg White. For additional information, please visit our …

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Amazon, Apple, Principles & Tequila: Interview of Gregor Purdy, Silicon Valley Advisor- Pt. 2 47:57

3+ y ago47:57

47:57

Greg spends time with Amazon & Apple Alum and good friend Gregor Purdy. Nowadays, Gregor is a strategic advisor, executive coach & fractional CTO to tech companies and companies needing strategic & technology advisement. These two friends discuss their journey through supply chain tech, and Gregor reflects on his time at Amazon, their 14 business p…

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Amazon, Apple, Principles & Tequila: Interview of Gregor Purdy, Silicon Valley Advisor- Pt. 1 36:28

3+ y ago36:28

36:28

Greg spends time with Amazon & Apple Alum and good friend Gregor Purdy. Nowadays, Gregor is a strategic advisor, executive coach & fractional CTO to tech companies and companies needing strategic & technology advisement. These two friends discuss their journey through supply chain tech, and Gregor reflects on his time at Amazon, their 14 business p…

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Brokers, 3PLs & Real-time Markets with Dawn Salvucci-Favier, CEO Greenscreens.ai 47:52

3+ y ago47:52

47:52

Greg welcomes Dawn Salvucci-Favier, Chief Product Officer & Acting CEO of Greenscreens.ai. Dawn shares the dynamics of the Logistics Service Provider (LSP) market and what makes it such a challenge for Brokers, 3PLs to quote shipping lanes & value-added services in this fast-paced industry. Dawn & Greg discuss how companies can overcome inexperienc…

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3 Big Takeaways on Supply Chain in 2021 - Ben Gordon Recaps BGSA Supply Chain Conference 32:03

4y ago32:03

32:03

In today's episode, we welcome Ben Gordon back to TECHquila Sunrise. Ben is Managing Partner and CEO of both Cambridge Capital, and BG Strategic Advisors, and a leading advisor & investor to supply chain & tech companies. Ben shares 3 big takeaways as well as his insights coming fresh off the BG Strategic Advisors VIRTUAL Supply Chain Conference 20…

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TECHquila Sunrise Live: Data, Ducats, & Deep Secrets Featuring Paul Noble, CEO of Verusen 52:53

4y ago52:53

52:53

In this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Greg welcomes Paul Noble, CEO of Verusen, to the show. Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Subscribe to TECHquila Sunrise and ALL Supply Chain Now Programming Here: https://supplychainnowradio.com/subscribe Leave a review for Supply Chain Now: https://ratethispodcast.com/supplychainnow Connec…

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Ricardo Mora: Fostering Innovation in Ciudad Juarez 47:33

4y ago47:33

47:33

Ricardo “Ricky” Mora was born in El Paso, Texas and raised in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico. He is an entrepreneurship evangelist, pioneer and has launched over 10 startups, ranging from telecomm, investment funds, IT services, FabLabs, and restaurants. Ricky transformed the former U.S. Consulate in Juarez into the a Silicon Valley styled innova…

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TECHquila Sunrise Livestream: Ask Us Anything with Greg White & Karin Bursa 54:24

4y ago54:24

54:24

In this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Greg and Karin host an "ask us anything" live stream and answer questions from the audience. Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Subscribe to TECHquila Sunrise and ALL Supply Chain Now Programming Here: https://supplychainnowradio.com/subscribe Leave a review for Supply Chain Now: https://rat…

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Natalie Littlefield: Talent and Economic Opportunity 1:04:28

4y ago1:04:28

1:04:28

Natalie Littlefield is the Vice-President of Strategy for the Borderplex Alliance, a 501c3 organization that is responsible for economic development in the El Paso, Juarez, and Las Cruces Communities. Since 2013 they’ve helped bring over 15,000 new jobs and over $1.2 Billion of investment to the region. Beyond the work of sourcing and landing compa…

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TECHquila Sunrise Livestream: Three Keys to a Give Forward Life 1:01:59

4y ago1:01:59

1:01:59

In this week's episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Greg hosts a live stream with Karin Bursa, and featuring a few members of the Supply Chain Now team, as they give simple tips on charitable giving. Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Subscribe to TECHquila Sunrise and ALL Supply Chain Now Programming Here: https://supplychainnowradio.…

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TECHquila Sunrise CLASSIC - Ben Gordon, CEO of Cambridge Capital Pt.1 37:40

4y ago37:40

37:40

This episode of TECHquila Sunrise originally published September 17, 2020. This TECHquila Sunrise classic features Ben Gordon. Ben draws on a career spent building supply chain and technology companies. As CEO of BGSA Holdings, Benjamin led the firm’s efforts, advising on over $1 billion worth of supply chain transactions. Benjamin has worked with …

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How To Land A Startup Job 1:01:45

4y ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Startups are a great place to get experience and optimize for learning with higher levels of responsibilities as opposed to established businesses. But finding and landing an opportunity to work at a startup can be a bit challenging. In this episode, Erik and JJ share their experiences as hiring managers and founders and outlines the pros and cons …

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5 Things Supply Chain Tech Won't Do For You 11:08

4y ago11:08

11:08

In this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Greg shares 5 things that supply chain tech won’t do for your company. If you’re contemplating purchasing supply chain tech or are deploying it right now, Listen UP! because you’re going to learn what you need to know to make supply chain technology work for you & your company. Upcoming Events & Resources Menti…

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Ernesto Holguin: Nurse Innovator 47:08

4y ago47:08

47:08

Ernesto Holguin is the CEO and founder of OTEN Medical, a registered nurse, nurse educator, and clinical coordinator for dialysis patients. He has invented four innovative medical devices and currently has a patent on three of them. In this episode, we get Ernesto's journey from a nurse maker to a CEO with several medical devices in the marketplace…

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CAUTION: Violent Agreement - Supply Chain Craft with John Sicard, CEO of Kinaxis, Pt. 2 40:18

4y ago40:18

40:18

In this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, powered by Supply Chain Now, host Greg White continues his comversation with Kinaxis CEO John Sicard. John Sicard assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer of Kinaxis in January 2016. With over 23 years’ tenure at Kinaxis, John first started at the company as a key contributor to the architectur…

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Cathy Chen: Democratizing Technology With Fab Lab El Paso 1:11:30

4y ago1:11:30

1:11:30

In this episode Erik and JJ connect with Cathy Chen, Executive Director of Fab Lab El Paso. We learn about her and her husband's journey founding a STEM focused nonprofit in a community that was significantly underserved with the number of digital skilling opportunities available prior to Fab Lab's launch. Cathy also shares her experience as a firs…

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CAUTION: Violent Agreement- Supply Chain Craft with John Sicard, CEO of Kinaxis, Pt. 1 40:33

4y ago40:33

40:33

In this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, powered by Supply Chain Now, host Greg White welcomes Kinaxis CEO John Sicard to the podcast. John Sicard assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer of Kinaxis in January 2016. With over 23 years’ tenure at Kinaxis, John first started at the company as a key contributor to the architecture and de…

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The Social Dilemma Discussion 52:14

4y ago52:14

52:14

The Social Dilemma, directed by Jeff Orlowski, explores the dangerous human impact of social networking, with tech experts sounding the alarm on their own creations. Erik and JJ provide an overview of the film and share their perspectives on some of the conclusions that the film draws. Erik shares his experience as a student of BJ Fogg’s class, whi…

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TECHquila Sunrise Classic: So You Want to Get Into Supply Chain Tech? 19:47

4y ago19:47

19:47

This episode of TECHquila Sunrise was originally published on September 4, 2020. The ‘TECHquila Sunrise’ Series on Supply Chain Now shares the latest investments, acquisitions, innovations, and glorious implosions in Supply Chain Tech every week. If you are looking for a podcast about ‘so-and-so signed a contract with such and such,’ or ‘they just …

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Ivan Huerta: Parabeac & Pushing Past Failure 1:00:06

4y ago1:00:06

1:00:06

In this episode we get to learn more about Ivan Huerta and Parabeac. We discuss Ivan's decision to drop out of college, failing forward through several product concepts, becoming a dev shop, and achieving founder-product fit. Ivan is the CEO & Co-founder at Parabeac, an El Paso software startup working on automating design to code for Flutter app d…

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Supply Chain Tech Investing- What You Need to Know 21:51

4y ago21:51

21:51

Whether investing means venture capital, private equity or stocks. Even if it means selecting the right technology to solve your supply chain challenges. This is the episode for you. Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Subscribe to TECHquila Sunrise and ALL Supply Chain Now Programming Here: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe L…

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Physics, Cloud, Space & Back - Kevin L. Jackson CEO GC GlobalNet - Pt 2 37:46

4y ago37:46

37:46

In this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Greg continues his interview with Kevin L. Jackson. Kevin L. Jackson is a globally recognized Thought Leader, Industry Influencer and Founder/Author of the award winning “Cloud Musings” blog. He has also been recognized as a “Top 5G Influencer” (Onalytica 2019, Radar 2020), a “Top 50 Global Digital Transformati…

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Techquila Podcast Launch! 1:03:20

4y ago1:03:20

1:03:20

TECHQUILA IS A NEW SHOW DISCUSSING TECHNOLOGY FROM THE BORDER. GUESTS INCLUDE INNOVATORS USING TECHNOLOGY TO DRIVE CHANGE ON THE BORDER, LATINX AND HISPANIC PIONEERS IN TECH, AND TECH VETERANS FROM BORDER REGIONS. TECHQUILLA IS HOSTED BY JJ CHILDRESS AND ERIK PAVIA IN EL PASO, TEXAS. In this preview episode, we learn a little about the show and wha…

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Physics, Cloud, Space & Back - Kevin L. Jackson CEO GC GlobalNet - Pt 1 37:41

4y ago37:41

37:41

In this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Greg welcomes Kevin L. Jackson to the podcast. Kevin L. Jackson is a globally recognized Thought Leader, Industry Influencer and Founder/Author of the award winning “Cloud Musings” blog. He has also been recognized as a “Top 5G Influencer” (Onalytica 2019, Radar 2020), a “Top 50 Global Digital Transformation Th…

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Taking a Look Back at our Favorite TECHquila Sunrise 18:22

4y ago18:22

18:22

TECHquila Sunrise Episode 19 This week at TECHquila Sunrise we take a sip and have a look back at our favorite guests since August. I’ll tell you what I’ve learned from these technology founders, investors & visionaries and share what you can take away too. And as a throwback we talk about funding for supply chain tech, and some cool companies taki…

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Escaping Tyranny, Founding Tech, Construction, & Conga Part 2 - Jason Perez, CEO of YARDZ 54:30

4y ago54:30

54:30

TECHquila Sunrise Episode 18 On today's episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Jason shares his most impactful moment. His struggle, discovery, acceptance, and peace in moving on to his chose profession. We hear about Jason's trek through YARDZ and so many takeaways for anyone's work, founding or investment journey. Jason also tells us of his most hopeful w…

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Escaping Tyranny, Founding Tech, Construction, & Conga Part 1- Jason Perez, CEO of YARDZ 52:42

4y ago52:42

52:42

This episode of TECHquila Sunrise features Jason Perez. Jason comes from a pedigree of construction and entrepreneurship. His previous venture was an international project management and consulting firm that had great success in the mission-critical world. He’s been on several boards and has been a trusted advisor for a broad list of companies. Jas…

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Let's Talk FreightTech, Startuplife, & Leadership - Part 2 - Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, CEO of SHIPZ 32:53

4y ago32:53

32:53

Today, we continue our interview with one of the top 100 Women in Supply Chain, Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, and learn about how she founded her new adventure aboard SHIPZ, what you can take away from her career journey, and even her favorite reality TV show. Really! Sarah Barnes-Humphrey is CEO of SHIPZ and you may also know her as the host of Let’s Tal…

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Let's Talk Freight Tech, Startuplife, & Leadership- Part 1- Sarah-Barnes Humphrey, CEO of SHIPZ 32:53

4y ago32:53

32:53

In this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Greg welcomes Sarah Barnes-Humphrey to the show! Sarah shares how she moved from the family business, to supply chain thought-leader, to Freight Tech founder and reveals how work ethic & reality TV help her succeed. Listen UP! Sarah Barnes-Humphrey is CEO of SHIPZ and you may also know her as the host of Let’s …

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"Scrappy Underdog to Investment Icon Part 2- Ben Gordon with Cambridge Captial" 44:30

4y ago44:30

44:30

The ‘TECHquila Sunrise’ Series on Supply Chain Now shares the latest investments, acquisitions, innovations, and glorious implosions in Supply Chain Tech every week. If you are looking for a podcast about ‘so-and-so signed a contract with such and such,’ or ‘they just released version 20 of that same technology you didn’t buy last year,’ this is th…

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"Scrappy Underdog to Investment Icon: Ben Gordon with Cambridge Capital" 38:21

4y ago38:21

38:21

The ‘TECHquila Sunrise’ Series on Supply Chain Now shares the latest investments, acquisitions, innovations, and glorious implosions in Supply Chain Tech every week. If you are looking for a podcast about ‘so-and-so signed a contract with such and such,’ or ‘they just released version 20 of that same technology you didn’t buy last year,’ this is th…

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Never Forget? What can we learn about prevention, recovery, & resilience from 9/11? 21:03

4y ago21:03

21:03

The ‘TECHquila Sunrise’ Series on Supply Chain Now shares the latest investments, acquisitions, innovations, and glorious implosions in Supply Chain Tech every week. If you are looking for a podcast about ‘so-and-so signed a contract with such and such,’ or ‘they just released version 20 of that same technology you didn’t buy last year,’ this is th…

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So You Want to Get into Supply Chain Tech? 19:47

4y ago19:47

19:47

The ‘TECHquila Sunrise’ Series on Supply Chain Now shares the latest investments, acquisitions, innovations, and glorious implosions in Supply Chain Tech every week. If you are looking for a podcast about ‘so-and-so signed a contract with such and such,’ or ‘they just released version 20 of that same technology you didn’t buy last year,’ this is th…

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"TECHquila & THC: One Smokin' Interview with Colton Griffin, CEO of Flourish" 1:19:09

4y ago1:19:09

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The ‘TECHquila Sunrise’ Series on Supply Chain Now shares the latest investments, acquisitions, innovations, and glorious implosions in Supply Chain Tech every week. If you are looking for a podcast about ‘so-and-so signed a contract with such and such,’ or ‘they just released version 20 of that same technology you didn’t buy last year,’ this is th…

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