Best Alcott Global Podcasts (2024)

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#185: AI, Automation, and Coca-Cola Bottling with Robert Gaffney 16:12

11h ago16:12

16:12

Highlights from their conversation include: Robert’s Background and Journey to Coca-Cola (0:41) Background on Coca-Cola Bottling United (1:03) Introduction to Kona (1:32) Current Trends in Supply Chain (3:12) Coca-Cola's Workflow Overview (4:01) AI Integration in Operations (5:09) External Collaboration for AI (6:14) AI Opportunities in Supply Chai…

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#195: The CEO’s view of Supply Chain, PEs and Indian brands 43:19

2d ago43:19

43:19

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed the renowned business leader Shiv Shivakumar to uncover the fundamental principles and pivotal moments in his illustrious career. Shiv has held top leadership roles at iconic companies like Aditya Birla Group, PepsiCo India, and Nokia. He shares the importance of preparation, the power of me…

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#194: Transforming Dairy Supply Chains and Overcoming the "Perfect Storm" 33:12

4d ago33:12

33:12

*Hosted by Stéphanie Moles-Rota* In this episode, I interviewed David Boulanger, the Chief Supply Chain Officer at Arla Foods. David shares insights from his 26-year career, highlighting key inflection points that shaped his journey from an unexpected entry into the food industry to leading global supply chain operations. David discusses navigating…

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#184: Trucking Revolution: Navigating the Road Ahead with AI and Innovation with TJ England of C.R. England 48:49

6d ago48:49

48:49

Highlights from their conversation include: C.R. England’s Journey in Trucking (0:52) TJ's Journey into the Family Business (1:58) Challenges in the Trucking Industry (3:41) Exploring AI in Trucking (6:15) Potential of AI for Network Optimization (10:06) Human in the Loop Approach (14:17) Technological Solutions for Communication (17:39) Fragmentat…

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#80: The Supply Chain Mindset: Cost Center vs Value-Adding 36:37

1M ago36:37

36:37

*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Kent Ledgerwood, the Senior Vice President of Value Engineering at One Network. We discussed his extensive experience in the supply chain industry and his insights on the evolving role of technology in addressing the challenges facing businesses today. We also discussed the trends and disr…

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#193: Holistic Sustainability for a Greener Supply Chains 23:24

25d ago23:24

23:24

*Hosted by Stéphanie Moles-Rota* In this episode, I interviewed Arnoud Buizer, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Interfood. Arnoud talked about critical moments in his career, from wanting to be a farmer to finding his passion in supply chain management. He shared lessons he learned working at big companies, like the importance of staying curious and n…

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#183: What's the Buzz? AI's Role in Shaping the Future of Supply Chain with Bola Adegbulu of AI Fund 29:27

1M ago29:27

29:27

Highlights from their conversation include: AI Fund and Its Mission (0:39) Bola's Background and Journey into AI (1:56) Overview of AI and Its Evolution (3:16) Advancements in ChatGPT and Multimodal Models (6:56) Deploying AI Capability in Enterprises (8:42) Ways Startups Can Differentiate Themselves (11:47) AI Companies as a Trojan Horse (15:07) C…

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#192: Bechtel and SCM in the EPC Industry 24:16

1M ago24:16

24:16

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Tarek Amine, Bechtel's Chief Supply Chain Officer. We discussed his 25-year career, the evolution of the supply chain at the global engineering firm, and Bechtel's approach to assembling teams and stand-up infrastructure for multi-billion dollar projects in remote areas. Tarek also shared in…

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#191: From Finance to Supply Chain and case studies from Intel 33:23

2M ago33:23

33:23

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Jackie Sturm, Corporate Vice President for Global Supply Chain Operations at Intel. We discussed her career journey, which has spanned over 30 years. Jackie shared key inflection points that shaped her path, from learning from industry icons to overcoming challenges. She discussed the need f…

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#182: How Can AI Revolutionize Freight Brokerage? Featuring Santosh Sankar and Madelyn O'Farrell of Dynamo 27:06

1M ago27:06

27:06

Highlights from their conversation include: Madelyn’s Background and Journey to Join Dynamo (0:40) The Intersection of AI and Freight Brokerage (2:29) Discussion on AI and technology in freight brokerage (5:19) Challenges in adopting AI and technology (17:06) Differentiation and data advantage (20:12) User interface and AI use cases (24:02) Final t…

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#190: Cost Reduction, Supplier Relationships and Innovation 35:40

1M ago35:40

35:40

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Frank McKay, Jabil's Chief Supply Chain and Procurement Officer. We discussed Frank's 30-year career journey in supply chain and procurement leadership, including key inflection points like gaining international experience and taking on new challenges. Frank also shared insights from his rol…

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#57: Overcoming Industry-Specific Challenges and Changes 48:06

2M ago48:06

48:06

ESPAÑOL: Randall ha sido Site Manager en River Point Medical durante más de 2 años, con funciones anteriores como Director de Operaciones en Resonetics durante casi 2 años y Director Regional de Operaciones y Cadena de Suministro en Griffith Foods durante más de 4 años. Antes de estas responsabilidades, Randall trabajó para Panduit como Gerente Sen…

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#181: The Evolution of Quality Control: From Manual Inspections to Technology-Driven Solutions with Prince Ghosh of Factored Quality 41:23

2M ago41:23

41:23

Highlights from their conversation include: The Origin Story of Factored Quality (0:41) Prince’s Background and Inspiration for Factored Quality (3:16) Understanding the Supply Chain Process (6:36) Challenges in Quality Assurance (10:26) Role of Technology in Quality Assurance (14:21) Limitations of Automated Quality Assurance (18:01) Emergence of …

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#189: Microsoft, Circular Economy, and Leadership Principles 36:33

3M ago36:33

36:33

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Donna Warton, Microsoft's CVP of Supply Chain and Sustainability. She shares insights from her career progression across finance, Motorola, and Dell and now leading the supply chain for Microsoft's Windows and Devices division. We also discussed Microsoft's innovations in AI-powered devices,…

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#180: 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

3M ago29:00

29:00

Highlights from their conversation include: Tom’s Background in Supply Chain and Logistics (1:22) The Impact of Nearshoring (6:41) Geopolitical Considerations (9:38) Agility in Supply Chain (13:04) Adapting to Pandemic Challenges (16:16) Parcel Logistics Evolution (19:49) USPS incentives and parcel network changes (23:25) Walmart's last mile and re…

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#188: Sennder and Lessons in Building a Trucking Unicorn 34:27

3M ago34:27

34:27

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* This podcast episode features an interview with David Nothacker, co-founder and CEO of Sennder, a leading digital road freight forwarder in Europe. David shares insights into digitalizing the inefficient and fragmented trucking industry, key inflection points in his entrepreneurial journey, and overcoming challenges. Our …

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#187: Surrounded by Idiots and How to Write a Bestseller 41:19

3M ago41:19

41:19

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* This episode was streamed live a couple of weeks back, where I interviewed best-selling author and behaviorist Thomas Erikson. We discussed Thomas’ journey to becoming a successful author through perseverance and self-publishing. Thomas shares insights from his work profiling personalities using colors and how understandi…

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#79: Boosting E-commerce Growth through Technology and Culture 33:33

3M ago33:33

33:33

*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu* I had a great conversation with Tobias Sjölin, CTO of Fulfilment & Logistics at Boozt. In this episode, we discussed Tobias's career journey- helping to build Boozt's in-house technology capabilities from seven developers to over 200 today. He shares insights into Boozt's entrepreneurial culture and how it empowers team…

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#186: Shaping a Greener Future for Chemical Supply Chains 40:06

3M ago40:06

40:06

*Hosted by Fei Yu* In this episode, Hanno Bruemmer, EVP of Supply Chain & Logistics for EMEA and LATAM at Covestro, dived into the world of chemical sector supply chains. Hanno shared with me why he ended up in the chemical sector and how it shaped his career. We talked about the importance of storytelling and why leaders must narrate in a language…

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#185: Ditching the Self-Doubt Tax by Developing Authentic Confidence at Work 34:06

3M ago34:06

34:06

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Julie Smith, Founder of Talent Sprout Limited, about her journey starting her consulting firm after many years in HR leadership. We discussed the challenges of developing talent and overcoming self-doubt, particularly for women advancing in operations roles. Julie explained concepts from her…

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#184: What it Takes to be a Great Chief Supply Chain Officer with SupplyChainBrain 25:10

4M ago25:10

25:10

*Podcast with Radu Palamariu* I was invited as a guest on SupplyChainBrain's Podcast, where I shared my insights on what it takes to be a great Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO). The host, Bob Bowman, asked interesting questions regarding the role's history and its importance in organizations today. Discover more details here. Follow us on: Instagr…

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#56: Navigating Culture and Change in Global Supply Chain Management 36:58

4M ago36:58

36:58

ESPAÑOL: Victoria Cobos es la Vicepresidenta de Operaciones EMEA en Deckers Brands con sede en Londres, Inglaterra, durante más de 2 años. Paralelamente, Victoria ha estado trabajando con gRIP Venture Studio, liderando el seminario web sobre cómo introducir startups en cadenas de suministro sostenibles y receptivas desde julio de 2020. Antes de est…

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#179: Strategies for Talent Success in the Supply Chain Industry with Radu Palamariu of Alcott Global 35:44

3M ago35:44

35:44

Highlights from their conversation include: Alcott Global’s Mission (1:00) Radu’s Background in Search and Talent (3:27) State of the Supply Chain Industry (6:46) Skills in Demand in Supply Chain (8:54) Investment and Innovation in Supply Chain (15:18) Attracting Talent to Supply Chain (19:52) Contributing to the Greater Good (22:22) Transitioning …

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#183: Finding Your Magic in the Workplace 24:16

4M ago24:16

24:16

*Hosted by Stéphanie Moles-Rota* In this new episode of Leaders in Value Chain, I had as guest Maria Pia De Caro, the EVP of Integrated Operations and S&R at Pernod Ricard. We looked back at her career and reflected on the lessons learned. Initially, Maria strived to be the "best," but later realized the importance of authenticity and self-acceptan…

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#78: In Supply Chain Design, Fun is Not Optional, Fun is Required 51:39

4M ago51:39

51:39

*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu* I had a great conversation with Donald Hicks, CEO and Founder of Optilogic. He had such a wonderful career journey as a leader in his field. He shared in our conversation how a talk from a college student back when he was young inspired him to pursue a career as an Operations Research Systems Engineer. We also dived int…

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#182: The Origin Story of Reebok and How It Became the Iconic Brand It Is Today 48:32

4M ago48:32

48:32

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* I had a great discussion on a live broadcast with Joe Foster, the Founder of Reebok, pulling back the curtains on the strategic decisions and chance opportunities that propelled Reebok from a $9-million company to a $900-million empire - pivotal moments such as the shift towards the American market, the evolution from run…

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#181: Think Remarkable, Don’t Follow Your Passion, and Leadership 49:15

4M ago49:15

49:15

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* Guy Kawasaki, New York Times Best Selling Author, Investor, and Chief Evangelist of Canva, joined me on a live broadcast podcast a few weeks back and shared his views on talent and leadership in his charming, authentic way. We started the episode with a few snippets from Guy’s bio (You can find the full bio on his website…

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#77: Embracing Resiliency and Eliminating Supply Chain Risks 38:36

4M ago38:36

38:36

*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Jennifer Bisceglie, Founder and CEO of Interos. We started the discussion with some of the highlights of Jennifer’s career—starting a company 19 years ago. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of transparency in the supply chain, mentioning how technology helps. Discover more details here. Q…

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#180: Managing Retail Transformation, Talent, and Leadership 24:00

5M ago24:00

24:00

*Hosted by Stéphanie Moles-Rota* In this episode, I sat down with Wouter Kolk, CEO of Europe and Indonesia at Ahold Delhaize, to discuss the latest trends in talent, leadership, transformation, and diversity. Wouter shared his personal journey, from joining Ahold Delhaize to leaving the company to expand his horizon, returning, and the valuable les…

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#178: Revolutionizing the Mexican Trucking Industry with Innovative Financial Infrastructure with Jaime Tabachnik of Solvento 38:10

4M ago38:10

38:10

Highlights from their conversation include: Solvento and Logistics Payment Automation (0:41) Jaime’s background in Supply Chain and Logistics (1:51) Solvento's Infrastructure for Freight Industry (9:46 Lending Facility and Quick Pay Solutions (15:49) Mexican Trucking Industry Insights (22:34) Nearshoring and the Mexican Supply Chain (25:53) Lending…

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#179: What Makes the Beauty Industry’s Supply Chain Different 26:28

5M ago26:28

26:28

*Hosted by Fei Yu* As a leader in the supply chain industry, Graeme Carter had a fascinating and adventurous career in the space. In this episode, he shared his journey with me, including how his time with P&G shaped his supply chain knowledge. He also shared how his roles in different companies before made him the leader he is today. Discover more…

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#177: Going “All-In” on Supply Chain Innovation for 2024 42:13

5M ago42:13

42:13

Highlights from their conversation include: Discussion about recent supply chain conferences (0:41) Cautious optimism and conference reflections (3:21) Venture side of funding (8:35) Outlook on the market and funding (12:15) Discussion on downstream capital and themes (16:13) Series A and B funding perspective (19:09) Freight market challenges and …

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#178: New Balance Story - How Innovation and People Helped Double Revenue 36:47

5M ago36:47

36:47

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, we explore the journey of Dave Wheeler, the Chief Operating Officer of New Balance, a renowned sports apparel corporation. Having gained valuable experience as an electrical engineer during the peak of the Cold War, Wheeler's transition from defense to apparel marks an intriguing career shift. Throughout …

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#177: Building Kenvue, Cross Industry Success and People 40:36

6M ago40:36

40:36

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Meri Stevens, Chief Operations Officer at Kenvue. Meri shares her vast experience in an industry that constantly demands adaptability and clear strategy and how this led to Kenvue’s domination in the market. She briefly explains how strategic divestitures help companies maximize their value …

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#55: Strategic Projects and Customer Experience Insights in Supply Chain 55:11

6M ago55:11

55:11

ESPAÑOL: Tania es la Directora de Operaciones Logísticas y Servicio al Cliente de General Mills con sede en Brasil. Es una ejecutiva con más de 20 años de experiencia en cadena de suministro, farmacéutica y bienes de consumo. Antes de esta asignación, Tania fue Líder Regional de la Cadena de Suministro para Sudamérica para Zoetis durante más de 4 a…

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#176: Geopolitics, Green Economy, the Monkey and the Money 46:06

6M ago46:06

46:06

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* You might already be very familiar with Dr. Kjell Anders Nordström, the author of several books, including Momentum. It’s been my pleasure to have him as a guest on the Leaders in Value Chain podcast. We discussed how the Corona events initiated his decision to write the book and the disruptions around the global economy.…

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#175: Journey to CEO, AVON’s Omnichannel and Value Chain Development 41:16

6M ago41:16

41:16

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, we talked about Angela’s career – as a professional and as a leader- what drove her to pursue the executive path, and how her environment growing up affected her decisions. She shared some of the inflection points in her career, emphasizing how she didn’t let her degree and diploma define her career path …

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#174: Principles to Grow Costa Coffee's Reach Exponentially 29:59

6M ago29:59

29:59

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Francisco Javier Martínez Moreno, Chief Supply Chain Officer of Costa Coffee. We dived into the personal inflection points that shaped his journey as a supply chain professional and explored how adaptability and exposure to diverse cultures can lead to transforming operations for sustained v…

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#54: Vision for Logistics Growth in Latin America 55:48

6M ago55:48

55:48

ESPAÑOL: Antonio Domínguez es el Presidente de la Región de América Latina y el Caribe en A.P. Moller-Maersk. Antonio ha desarrollado su carrera como líder clave en la Industria Logística a lo largo de más de 28 años en A.P. Moller-Maersk en América Latina en posiciones de liderazgo: Director General de Área para Centroamérica, Andina y el Mar Cari…

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#173: Ports, Global Trade and What Matters Most in Transportation 29:06

7M ago29:06

29:06

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In episode 173 of the Leaders in Value Chain Podcast, my guest is Keith Svendsen, an influential figure in the port operations industry and CEO of APM Terminals- one of the world's largest port operators. We discussed the extensive networks of APM Terminals and how they overcome the logistical challenges in over 40 countr…

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#176: The Impact of Emerging Technologies on Traditional European Freight Brokerage Business Models with David Nothacker of sennder 35:28

6M 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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#172: Corning, Leaving a legacy and Non-Executive Boards 39:08

7M ago39:08

39:08

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Cheryl Capps, Board Member at Integer Holdings (NYSE: ITGR), World 50 Group, Elementum, ketteQ, and o9 Solutions, Inc. We looked back at her career in the corporate world- how she successfully transitioned from one stage of her career to another and how speaking the language of different fun…

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#76: Exploring the Impact of Transformative Tech in India's Logistics 44:00

7M ago44:00

44:00

In this episode, I interviewed Pali Tripathi, the CEO of Taabi Mobility, an Indian conglomerate. She has 16 years of experience across diverse leadership roles across Unilever, EY, Booz, and CEAT Tyres. We discussed how logistics, infrastructure, and technology contribute to the business momentum in India, what value Taabi Mobility brings to its cu…

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#175: Exploring the Impact of Technology and Venture Capital on the Evolution of Freight Brokerage with Barry Large 23:48

7M 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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#53: Navigating Supply Chain Challenges in Metallurgical Industries 41:21

8M ago41:21

41:21

ESPAÑOL: Jacobo Alvarado es el CSCO de Aceros Guatemala y lleva casi 22 años en esta organización. Durante este tiempo, desempeñó diferentes roles como Gerente de Ventas en El Salvador & Belice, Gerente de Línea y Ventas Norte de Guatemala & Belice, y Gerente de Líneas de Mallas Soldadas. ENGLISH: Jacobo Alvarado is the CSCO at Aceros Guatemala and…

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#174: Why Global Supply Chain Continues to Thrive with Ryan Petersen of Flexport 1:02:57

8M 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 importers…

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#171: Managing Supply Chain in a Spin Off and Navigating Purpose in Consumer Health 33:55

9M ago33:55

33:55

Bart is the Chief Supply Chain Officer of Haleon, which he helped through the spin off journey from GSK. He also spent 14 years at Reckitt, where he was Head of Quality, Safety Sustainability and Compliance as well as Head of Global Operations for RB Health and held various other roles in the global health supply chain. Bart previously worked at Un…

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#170: How to beat distractions and create a focused work environment 35:03

9M ago35:03

35:03

Nir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. Nir previously taught as a Lecturer in Marketing at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford. Nir co-founded and sold two tech companies since 2003 and was dubbed by The M.I.T. Technology Revi…

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#173: Convoy’s Ripple Effect on Digital Freight Brokerage with Craig Fuller of FreightWaves 51:19

8M 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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#52: Optimizing Medical Device Supply Chains in ATL Technology 1:00:44

9M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

ESPAÑOL: Roy Calderón ha sido el Gerente General y Líder de ATL Technology en Costa Rica durante los últimos dos años. Anteriormente, ha desempeñado diferentes funciones en la industria médica dentro de Phillips, CRx Life Science, Establishment Labs, Abbot y Allergan, durante más de 14 años desempeñando funciones como Director de Cadena de Suminist…

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