People on the Move by Cargomatic: Recent Episodes
Cargomatic
Welcome to Cargomatic’s Media Hub, where you can find our latest videos and podcasts which include interviews with our team along with influential leaders in the industry. Please check out what they have to say and enjoy!
Unlock the secrets of supply chain success with Kevin Parkerson, former supply chain leader for Walmart, Dollar General and Hasbro. Join host Weston LaBar on the latest episode of Cargomatic’s People on the Move podcast, where Kevin reveals how he's helping small and medium-sized importers optimize their supply chain operations. With over 30 years of experience in international logistics and maritime operations, Kevin provides invaluable insights into building adaptable and flexible supply chain networks. From fostering strong partnerships to leveraging technology and taking care of your people, Kevin shares the top three strategies every shipper should embrace in 2024. Tune in now to gain expert advice and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of supply chain management!
Join host Weston LaBar and the insightful Andrew Clarke, former CH Robinson CFO, on the latest episode of "People on the Move." In this engaging discussion, our experts discuss the transformative role of technology in shaping the future of transportation, exclusive insights into the latest trends in the freight market and capital markets including logistics trends in Mexico. Don't miss this enriching episode that provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape in transportation and logistics.
Join host Weston LaBar and the insightful Andrew Clarke, former CH Robinson CFO, on the latest episode of "People on the Move." In this engaging discussion, our experts discuss the transformative role of technology in shaping the future of transportation, exclusive insights into the latest trends in the freight market and capital markets including logistics trends in Mexico. Don't miss this enriching episode that provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape in transportation and logistics.
Join us for a riveting conversation with Cargomatic’s Weston LaBar and guest Matt Schrap, CEO of the Harbor Trucking Association. Together they dive into game-changing legislation set to transform the drayage industry in California. Discover tips from Matt on navigating the Advanced Clean Fleets Rule, compliance in the TRUCRS registry and the Clean Truck Check. Gain valuable knowledge on accessing grant funding to support your fleet's transition to cleaner technologies. You won’t want to miss this informative discussion affecting the future of drayage carriers. Click to watch now and stay ahead of the curve!
On the latest People on the Move podcast, Cargomatic's Weston LaBar has a captivating conversation with Chris Sultemeier, former EVP of Supply Chain for Walmart. Together, they dive into the fascinating world of the supply chain, offering unique insights on recent industry developments like the Convoy and Yellow collapses, the rise of private fleets, the asset-light versus asset-based debate—all while highlighting the utmost importance of prioritizing the customer experience. Tune in now to gain a deeper understanding of the ever-evolving logistics landscape and hear their predictions as we look ahead to 2024!
Don’t miss our special People on the Move Podcast episode featuring CEO and Executive Director Stephen Edwards from the Virginia Port Authority. Hosted by Weston LaBar, this episode explores the unique advantages and strategic positioning of the Port of Virginia, its role in global trade through the Suez and Panama Canals, infrastructure investments for accommodating larger vessels and their pioneering approach to chassis management. This episode is an essential listen for those interested in the future of sustainable and efficient port operations on the East Coast. Tune in for a forward-thinking podcast experience!
Discover the future of the chassis market in a captivating podcast featuring TRAC Intermodal’s President and CEO Daniel Walsh and Cargomatic’s Weston LaBar as they sat down together on a special episode of People on the Move at #VMA23. Their engaging discussion delves into the pandemic’s impact, TRAC’s commitment to growth, sustainability and improving customer experiences—all while introducing groundbreaking AI technology. Tune in for insights on staying ahead in this dynamic industry.
Article written by MarketScale.
Tune in to a special edition of the Cargomatic People on the Move podcast, recorded live at #VMA23, featuring an engaging conversation with Pete Mento, the Commercial Director of Customs and International Trade at DSV. In this episode, Weston LaBar asks about the world of freight from a freight forwarder’s perspective, exploring crucial topics such as technology advancements, rate expectations, service enhancements and the unique challenges posed by blank sailings. Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights from an industry expert. Listen now to stay informed about the ever-evolving freight landscape!
Article written by MarketScale.
Weston LaBar, Chief Spokesperson, SVP of Industry Relations, speaks with Matt Priest, President & CEO of Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America Association. The two talk about post-pandemic, sustainability, and all things surrounding the supply chain. They discuss how the government, shareholders and CEOs of companies can be more sustainable while creating quality products and continuing to be profitable. Matt Priest highlights some of the key takeaways from the Supply Chain Summit like broader policy issues, investments from government, the impact of technology and where the industry is heading next.
Weston LaBar, Chief Spokesperson, SVP of Industry Relations, speaks with Matt Priest, President & CEO of Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America Association. The two talk about post-pandemic, sustainability, and all things surrounding the supply chain. They discuss how the government, shareholders and CEOs of companies can be more sustainable while creating quality products and continuing to be profitable. Matt Priest highlights some of the key takeaways from the Supply Chain Summit like broader policy issues, investments from government, the impact of technology and where the industry is heading next.
Sunil took the center stage at FWTV for an exclusive interview on the renowned "What the Truck" Podcast. Sunil's presence and insightful remarks about data, AI, and their convergence to deliver the best supply chain solutions truly captured the attention of the audience. His expertise and vision showcased our commitment to innovation and staying at the forefront of industry advancements.
Join Cargomatic Chief Spokesperson and SVP for Industrial Relations Weston LaBar for a conversation with newly elected US Representative Robert Garcia discussing Southern California’s “greenest sustainable laws anywhere in the country” as the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles lead the way on electrification and “really being green ports”.
Weston LaBar, Chief Spokesperson, SVP of Industry Relations at Cargomatic talks with Peter Friedmann who runs the Agricultural Transportation Coalition as well as many other organizations that deal with imports and exports. The two focus on exports in this podcast. They talk about big wins that have led up to this year and the support it takes to keep the supply chain going. There is an importance of holding people accountable in order to get export shipments where they need to be. They talk about conflicts between the business and the political side of things and many other things surrounding the supply chain.
Weston LaBar, Chief Spokesperson, SVP of Industry Relations at Cargomatic talks with Josh Lowenthal, State Assemblymember for the state of CA, representing Long Beach and most of the major goods movement corridors of Southern California near the port. The two talk about Josh’s background and the good movement and the issues and opportunities that come with his role. Josh emphasizes the importance of being involved in your community and helping your surrounding neighbors which he learned from his parents from a young age.
Weston LaBar, Chief Spokesperson, SVP of Industry Relations at Cargomatic talks with Josh Lowenthal, State Assemblymember for the state of CA, representing Long Beach and most of the major goods movement corridors of Southern California near the port. The two talk about Josh’s background and the good movement and the issues and opportunities that come with his role. Josh emphasizes the importance of being involved in your community and helping your surrounding neighbors which he learned from his parents from a young age.
Cargomatic celebrates Driver Appreciation Week! Eric Watkins, Senior Editor and Writer at Cargomatic, talks with Richard Baldwin who is a Driver at Three Rivers Trucking. The two talk about the different steps Richard took to get to where he is today and what his jobs have looked like over the years. Thank you drivers for all that you do!
Cargomatic celebrates Driver Appreciation Week! Eric Watkins, Senior Editor and Writer at Cargomatic, talks with Richard Baldwin who is a Driver at Three Rivers Trucking. The two talk about the different steps Richard took to get to where he is today and what his jobs have looked like over the years. Thank you drivers for all that you do!
The presence of Cargomatic as a corporate team for the Bike MS has significantly boosted and expedited the research and local programs aimed at helping those affected by multiple sclerosis (MS). Collaborating with companies like Cargomatic is crucial for advancing the MS community work, and the impact runs across numerous people and families affected by the disease. Those connected to MS showed gratitude for Cargomatic’s support, which motivates the MS Society to continue its mission of ending MS and funding a cure. The enthusiasm for having Cargomatic as a corporate partner lies in their shared commitment to make a difference in the lives of those affected by MS.
People on the Move’s Weston LaBar talks with Bill Sullivan, EVP of Advocacy of the American Trucking Association, and Jonathan Eisen, Executive Director of the Intermodal Motor Carriers Conference. The three discuss policy issues affecting shippers and carriers. The past year has brought many challenges and opportunities for the industry to grow. Some big topics include the automatic chip shortage, wait times, and the rising cost of equipment which is essential for so many located in states that will follow the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Weston LaBar, Chief Spokesperson, SVP of Industry Relations at Cargomatic with the "People on the Move" Podcast and Marc Marling a Consultant with the "Corporate Thought" Podcast come together to discuss men's health and wellness. The two talk through lifestyle tips and strategies and the importance of keeping healthy in the freight and shipping industry and beyond.
In this episode of "People on the Move," Weston LaBar from Cargomatic interviews Max Vekich, the newest commissioner from the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). Max shares his background, including his experience in the waterfront industry and his journey to the FMC. He emphasizes the importance of operational expertise in addressing supply chain challenges and expresses his commitment to improving enforcement and streamlining processes at the FMC.
In this episode of "People on the Move," Weston LaBar from Cargomatic interviews Max Vekich, the newest commissioner from the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). Max shares his background, including his experience in the waterfront industry and his journey to the FMC. He emphasizes the importance of operational expertise in addressing supply chain challenges and expresses his commitment to improving enforcement and streamlining processes at the FMC.
The discovery of talent for any field requires a lot more than simple recruiting at times. Whereas the goal of recruiting is to quickly fill a role, the goal of talent acquisition is a continuous recruitment process that requires a lot of strategizing, and also aims to search and maintain talent for the long-haul. When it comes to the logistics industry there are several specific factors that have to be considered when acquiring new talent.
What does talent acquisition look like in the supply chain, specifically in regard to logistics?
For an episode of People on the Move, host Michelle Dawn Mooney talked to Sam Ahmed, the Principal Recruiter for the Talent Acquisition Team at Cargomatic. The two discussed Ahmed’s professional background, the logistics industry, and what procuring talent looks like in the logistics field.
Mooney and Ahmed talked more about …
1.The basic strategies that go into talent acquisition
2.The type of journey new talent can experience at Cargomatic
3.What Cargomatic provides to the logistics industry
“Cargomatic is making great strides to bring new solutions to old problems in this industry and is therefore a recognized leader at the forefront of innovation and supply chain and logistics. This is one of the last Industries to be changed by any form of industrial and technological revolution. We are just starting to scratch the surface on digitization as an industry, and Cargomatic may well be the first to make major changes besides the physical — technology and AI,” said Ahmed.
Sam Ahmed is the Principal Recruiter for the Talent Acquisition Team at Cargomatic. He was previously a Consulting Partner with Whitehaven Consulting, Inc. Ahmed also has certification as a UX Project Manager.
Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Commissioner Carl Bentzel discusses MTDI and OSRA with Weston Labar, host of the People on the Move podcast by Cargomatic. Bentzel explains that during the pandemic, the FMC saw just how crucial cargo transportation is to the national economy and realized they needed to take a more aggressive posture and work with the industry to address problematic issues such as congestion. The report on Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI) aimed to assess movement information quality and recommend standards for harmonization of data of maritime data. As for OSRA, it was designed to reform existing shipping legislation to better protect shippers and investors from so-called "bad actors". in the industry.
Beth Ann Rooney, Port Director of the Port Authority of New York/New Jersey, recently joined Cargomatic’s People on the Move podcast to speak about her journey in the transportation industry and her insights on women in leadership roles within the supply chain. She emphasized finding mentors, taking risks and stepping out of one’s comfort zone, and stepping outside of the box to gain exposure to different aspects of the industry. She also discussed collaboration and breaking down silos in the supply chain to create transparency and make improvements for everyone’s benefit.
For every People on the Move podcast, head to the Cargomatic website today.
California is set to adopt the nation’s first zero-emission requirement for the trucking industry in a regulation called “Advanced Clean Fleets” slated to take effect on January 1, 2024, with a transition deadline expected as early as December. Under these regulations, fleets with all sizes and operating classifications will have to switch entirely to zero-emission technologies like battery-electric or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
Fleet operators are concerned about the feasibility of these goals due to weight restrictions, equipment availability, and infrastructure supporting it. There are grants available for vehicle and infrastructure upgrades; however, they are limited and likely insufficient to cover the number of vehicles that need replacement. The measure is expected to be passed by the Air Resources Board, which is viewed as one of the country’s most powerful regulatory agencies where regulations permit it through a waiver from the federal EPA allowing California state-specific standards.
To better understand what these changes mean, Cargomatic’s Weston LaBar sat down with Matt Schrap, CEO of the Harbor Trucking Association and Chris Shimoda, Senior VP, Government Affairs at the California Trucking Association.
The Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission, Daniel Maffei, and Weston LaBar, Chief Strategy Officer with Cargomatic, discussed the commission’s focus on implementing the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022, making sure carriers know the standards are rising in a fair manner. They also discussed the commission’s work with stakeholders to improve supply chain issues such as port congestion and said all hands need to be on deck to improve the supply ecosystem. Finally, they discussed how OSRA has created an opportunity for the FMC to play a bigger role in defining supply chain policies moving forward and how important it is not to waste this opportunity for improvement.
Major legislative developments that impact the trucking industry are underway throughout the country, but especially in Southern California. Listen as we discuss these issues with Bill Sullivan, Executive Vice President of Advocacy for the American Trucking Associations and Jon Eisen, Executive Director of the ATA's Intermodal Motor Carriers Conference.
June is Pride Month, making it the perfect time to catch up with the state of the LGBTQ community in the trucking industry. People on the Move’s Tyler Kern caught up with Shelle Lichti, the Founder and Executive Director of LGBT Truckers, Inc., for an enlightening discussion on the industry’s past, present, and future regarding LGBTQ issues.
As a female truck driver, Lichti knows discrimination against women and underrepresented populations haunts the trucking industry. Lichti founded LGBT Truckers to fight stereotypes and pave new paths in an industry dominated by men. For trucking to evolve, it needs to become an industry of acceptance. “The culture of the industry has slowly shifted,” Lichti said. “Do we still have room for growth? Yes. In all diversity inclusion levels, there is still a big need.”
Lichti recognized that certain behaviors and attitudes in the trucking industry would not be tolerated or accepted in any other mainstream workforce, so there are still barriers to conquer. “Not vilifying individuals within your workforce or demeaning their value, and what they’re saying,” Lichti said, "are critical components in promoting the well-being of truckers in the LGBTQ community. And companies must not minimize situations occurring with drivers. Apologies without action and remedy quickly become lip service."
June is Pride Month, making it the perfect time to catch up with the state of the LGBTQ community in the trucking industry. People on the Move’s Tyler Kern caught up with Shelle Lichti, the Founder and Executive Director of LGBT Truckers, Inc., for an enlightening discussion on the industry’s past, present, and future regarding LGBTQ issues.
As a female truck driver, Lichti knows discrimination against women and underrepresented populations haunts the trucking industry. Lichti founded LGBT Truckers to fight stereotypes and pave new paths in an industry dominated by men. For trucking to evolve, it needs to become an industry of acceptance. “The culture of the industry has slowly shifted,” Lichti said. “Do we still have room for growth? Yes. In all diversity inclusion levels, there is still a big need.”
Lichti recognized that certain behaviors and attitudes in the trucking industry would not be tolerated or accepted in any other mainstream workforce, so there are still barriers to conquer. “Not vilifying individuals within your workforce or demeaning their value, and what they’re saying,” Lichti said, "are critical components in promoting the well-being of truckers in the LGBTQ community. And companies must not minimize situations occurring with drivers. Apologies without action and remedy quickly become lip service."
The rise of women within previously male-dominated industries continues to grow. People on the Move podcast host Michelle Mooney met with Mahsa Pan, Senior Civil Engineer and Construction Manager for the Port of Los Angeles, and WTS Vice President of Professional Development and Student Outreach to discuss her career path and how she helps women break down the barriers to success within engineering.
Pan works for the City of Los Angeles Harbor Department, which oversees the waterfront areas of San Pedro and Wilmington, also known as the Port of LA. In her role, she manages multiple expansion projects including the development of Wilmington waterfront park and promenade.
The rise of women within previously male-dominated industries continues to grow. People on the Move podcast host Michelle Mooney met with Mahsa Pan, Senior Civil Engineer and Construction Manager for the Port of Los Angeles, and WTS Vice President of Professional Development and Student Outreach to discuss her career path and how she helps women break down the barriers to success within engineering.
Pan works for the City of Los Angeles Harbor Department, which oversees the waterfront areas of San Pedro and Wilmington, also known as the Port of LA. In her role, she manages multiple expansion projects including the development of Wilmington waterfront park and promenade.
March is Women’s History Month. To honor the women who make an impact in business every day, People on the Move host Daniel Litwin spoke to one of Cargomatic’s newest leaders, Stacey Bonetti. Bonetti is Cargomatic’s Head of Account Management. As a woman in a male-dominated industry, Bonetti spoke about how she sees women shaping the future of the industry.
Bonetti possesses a long career within the shipping and logistics industry. “I started as a management trainee at Maersk Line,” Bonetti said. “That gave me the opportunity to meet with global trainees across the world. It really opened my eyes to the global supply chain.”
Different economic circumstances impact global logistics daily on a micro and macro level. While these types of challenges might not be for everyone, Bonetti said she thrives on them. The shipping and logistics industry provided opportunities for Bonetti to work in various parts of the world where she could take what she learned and apply it in new ways. “There’s a lot of cross-referencing and learning that we can find from other countries,” she said.
February 4th marks World Cancer Day. To recognize this day, John Elliott of Carevive joined host Tyler Kern on the latest episode of People on the Move to discuss the cancer risks that exist for truck drivers. While not a clinician, through his role at Carvive, Elliott professional career revolves around oncology and knows the unique problems that affect the truck driver population.
Among the risks drivers face includes skin cancer. “They’re on the road, windows down, windows up, you’re still receiving a lot of sunlight,” Elliott said.
Elliott noted that there is a direct correlation between the side of the vehicle a driver is sitting on and where they might develop skin cancer. Another potential risk is lung cancer, considering the level of fumes drivers encounter.
One of the most important elements for mitigating cancer risk is early detection, which means developing regularity with a primary care physician. “Early detection… leads to more treatment plans, higher survival rate, better quality of life while in treatment,” Elliott explained. “Think of that primary care provider… as more of a home base. They can help you in many ways and have a significant impact on the outcome if you [are] diagnosed.”
A recent development that has helped truck drivers is telehealth. Telehealth popularity rose throughout the pandemic and has made it easier for consultations to be made regardless of where a driver might be on the road.
Even during treatment, there is remote technology that can assist with monitoring the severity of symptoms. “[It’s] really filling the gaps between those consults,” said Elliott, “that could also [mean] through telemedicine that the outcome is substantially better.”
Speaking to World Cancer Day, Elliott provided parting advice for listeners. “Align with the preventions protocols, align with screening and, in the worst case for treatment, remain connected.”
The supply chain story of 2021 was, unfortunately, a sequel to 2020. The weaknesses linger, but the future can be different by applying data and modernizing the framework. Offering the year in review, Weston LaBar, Head of Strategy at Cargomatic, joined Host Tyler Kern on Careers on the Move.
Labar explained, “The supply chain is only built for a certain amount of volume. When it increases, there’s a disruption. In the past, these were brief and there was time to dig out.”
However, since the pandemic, the supply chain hasn’t been able to catch up. LaBar pointed to two reasons:
-
Consumer spending increased.
-
E-commerce dominated consumption.
These compounding trends moved into uncharted territory as demand stayed high while supply was low. It also changed how people received goods, so delivery was to thousands of homes, not one store.
Naturally, disrupted supply chains lead to disrupted economies. “It’s the backbone of the global economy. Modern manufacturing is supply chain-focused with sourcing, importing, assembly and exporting,” LaBar explained.
To make the supply chain more efficient and robust, LaBar noted it’s critical to focus on wide-spread benefits via technology and data. However, there are still hurdles to overcome, including local policy and legacy mindsets.
Additionally, LaBar explained the complexity of the shortages. “It’s not black or white. Is it really a shortage or inefficiency and capacity constraint? Looking at data can reveal if resources aren’t used effectively,” said LaBar.
Similarly, shortages of workers is another issue that deserves some rework: “We need a reframe to talk about how these jobs contribute to people, the economy and the country.”
The supply chain story of 2021 was, unfortunately, a sequel to 2020. The weaknesses linger, but the future can be different by applying data and modernizing the framework. Offering the year in review, Weston LaBar, Head of Strategy at Cargomatic, joined Host Tyler Kern on Careers on the Move.
Labar explained, “The supply chain is only built for a certain amount of volume. When it increases, there’s a disruption. In the past, these were brief and there was time to dig out.”
However, since the pandemic, the supply chain hasn’t been able to catch up. LaBar pointed to two reasons:
-
Consumer spending increased.
-
E-commerce dominated consumption.
These compounding trends moved into uncharted territory as demand stayed high while supply was low. It also changed how people received goods, so delivery was to thousands of homes, not one store.
Naturally, disrupted supply chains lead to disrupted economies. “It’s the backbone of the global economy. Modern manufacturing is supply chain-focused with sourcing, importing, assembly and exporting,” LaBar explained.
To make the supply chain more efficient and robust, LaBar noted it’s critical to focus on wide-spread benefits via technology and data. However, there are still hurdles to overcome, including local policy and legacy mindsets.
Additionally, LaBar explained the complexity of the shortages. “It’s not black or white. Is it really a shortage or inefficiency and capacity constraint? Looking at data can reveal if resources aren’t used effectively,” said LaBar.
Similarly, shortages of workers is another issue that deserves some rework: “We need a reframe to talk about how these jobs contribute to people, the economy and the country.”
While the supply chain is featured daily in the media now, it’s not something most people thought about before. That’s not the case for the latest guest on Careers on the Move. Jon Gold, Vice President of Supply Chain and Customs Policy for the NRF (National Retail Federation), lives and breathes it every day and has for decades. He offered insights into his role at NRF and why supply chain policy is critical to the retail world.
Gold never expected to become a lobbyist, studying international business in college. He interned for a trade association. After graduation, he began his career. “It was on the ground floor of a retail trade association. The real intersection of supply chain and trade happened post-9/11 with port security.”
After spending several years in lobbying positions, Gold worked for the Customers and Border Protection on implementing the SAFE Port Act. He then joined NRF in 2007. “What I enjoy is bringing folks together to work collaboratively on solutions, including our members and partners like Cargomatic. I’m passionate about trade and advising members on its impact and then relaying their messages to the right people in government.”
Gold noted that while the private sector runs the supply chain, the government is part of the ecosystem. “Government sets regulations at the national and local level. That can involve everything from creating better technology to environmental restrictions.”
Several bills are making their way through the legislature, impacting the retail supply chain. Gold mentioned the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, just passed by the House, and the new FCC (Federal Communications Commission) working group focusing on data and the supply chain. According to Gold, more policy changes to mitigate supply chain disruption are likely forthcoming.
While the supply chain is featured daily in the media now, it’s not something most people thought about before. That’s not the case for the latest guest on Careers on the Move. Jon Gold, Vice President of Supply Chain and Customs Policy for the NRF (National Retail Federation), lives and breathes it every day and has for decades. He offered insights into his role at NRF and why supply chain policy is critical to the retail world.
Gold never expected to become a lobbyist, studying international business in college. He interned for a trade association. After graduation, he began his career. “It was on the ground floor of a retail trade association. The real intersection of supply chain and trade happened post-9/11 with port security.”
After spending several years in lobbying positions, Gold worked for the Customers and Border Protection on implementing the SAFE Port Act. He then joined NRF in 2007. “What I enjoy is bringing folks together to work collaboratively on solutions, including our members and partners like Cargomatic. I’m passionate about trade and advising members on its impact and then relaying their messages to the right people in government.”
Gold noted that while the private sector runs the supply chain, the government is part of the ecosystem. “Government sets regulations at the national and local level. That can involve everything from creating better technology to environmental restrictions.”
Several bills are making their way through the legislature, impacting the retail supply chain. Gold mentioned the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, just passed by the House, and the new FCC (Federal Communications Commission) working group focusing on data and the supply chain. According to Gold, more policy changes to mitigate supply chain disruption are likely forthcoming.
On this episode of Careers on the Move, Host Tyler Kern talked with Chelsea Heyward, Director of Marketing and Global Relations at Eye 2 Eye Global, which was founded to help beauty brands access quality, competitively priced, natural ingredients from Africa while improving access and quality of life for African suppliers and farmers.
Heyward ended up at Eye 2 Eye through a round-a-bout way. Her doctorate focused on organizational change and leadership, and her studies focused on athlete activism. This eventually led her to Eye 2 eye Global, as she worked with a couple of athletes who wanted to impact the beauty and cosmetics world.
“The work that I do in my sports world is about that impact and finding a deeper level of impact, which has contributed to here at Eye 2 Eye, where we’re trying to focus on access, ownership, and quality for communities of color,” Heyward said.
Coincidentally, Heyward started talking with Eye 2 Eye in February 2020, just before the world was put on hold. She recognized she wanted to have a more profound impact in this space “just because of how much black individuals, and individuals of color, make up the ethnic and beauty care market versus how much they are in ownership,” Heyward said.
When George Floyd’s murder caused nationwide civil strife, the world sort of opened up to them, according to Heyward. Through their products, they try to provide access and opportunities to their community while also providing products that are high quality.
On this episode of Careers on the Move, Host Tyler Kern talked with Chelsea Heyward, Director of Marketing and Global Relations at Eye 2 Eye Global, which was founded to help beauty brands access quality, competitively priced, natural ingredients from Africa while improving access and quality of life for African suppliers and farmers.
Heyward ended up at Eye 2 Eye through a round-a-bout way. Her doctorate focused on organizational change and leadership, and her studies focused on athlete activism. This eventually led her to Eye 2 eye Global, as she worked with a couple of athletes who wanted to impact the beauty and cosmetics world.
“The work that I do in my sports world is about that impact and finding a deeper level of impact, which has contributed to here at Eye 2 Eye, where we’re trying to focus on access, ownership, and quality for communities of color,” Heyward said.
Coincidentally, Heyward started talking with Eye 2 Eye in February 2020, just before the world was put on hold. She recognized she wanted to have a more profound impact in this space “just because of how much black individuals, and individuals of color, make up the ethnic and beauty care market versus how much they are in ownership,” Heyward said.
On this episode of Careers On The Move, Host Tyler Kern talked with Mark Manera, Founder of The Trucking Fitness Company, which helps truck drivers exercise consistently while on the road, so they stay behind the wheel longer and retire on their own terms. They dig into Manera’s career, why he founded the Trucking Fitness Company, and why they’re trying to keep truckers fit while on the road.
It all started about a year ago. Manera didn’t know anybody in trucking or transportation, however, he has a background in physical therapy and had noticed he was working with truckers during physical rehab. Working with a lot of workman’s compensation and overuse injuries, he really got to see both the good and bad side of driving a truck for a living.
“As I PT, I’m sitting there saying ‘For a lot of these drivers, poor health was really the underlying reason why they were in the clinic in the first place,’” Manera explained. “As I got to learn more and more about their lifestyle and the struggles they go through on a day-to-day basis out on the road, it really inspired me to help them fight back.”
He wanted to find a solution, so he started The Trucking Fitness Company, and they not only help with fitness, but they help drivers also learn to eat healthily. “Our goal is to make it as easy and accessible for the drivers as possible,” Manera explained. “We work with individual operators, and we also work as a corporate wellness program with trucking companies.”
On this episode of Careers On The Move, Host Tyler Kern talked with Mark Manera, Founder of The Trucking Fitness Company, which helps truck drivers exercise consistently while on the road, so they stay behind the wheel longer and retire on their own terms. They dig into Manera’s career, why he founded the Trucking Fitness Company, and why they’re trying to keep truckers fit while on the road.
It all started about a year ago. Manera didn’t know anybody in trucking or transportation, however, he has a background in physical therapy and had noticed he was working with truckers during physical rehab. Working with a lot of workman’s compensation and overuse injuries, he really got to see both the good and bad side of driving a truck for a living.
“As I PT, I’m sitting there saying ‘For a lot of these drivers, poor health was really the underlying reason why they were in the clinic in the first place,’” Manera explained. “As I got to learn more and more about their lifestyle and the struggles they go through on a day-to-day basis out on the road, it really inspired me to help them fight back.”
He wanted to find a solution, so he started The Trucking Fitness Company, and they not only help with fitness, but they help drivers also learn to eat healthily. “Our goal is to make it as easy and accessible for the drivers as possible,” Manera explained. “We work with individual operators, and we also work as a corporate wellness program with trucking companies.”
AI is no mere buzzword; it's popping up in practical applications in all industries. The supply chain is no exception, and, in an industry with a focus on process efficiency, enlisting AI's possibilities makes perfect sense.
Warren Kucker, CEO of Shelly.AI, joined Careers on the Move to talk with host Tyler Kern about his company's role in helping AI solutions enhance logistics in supply chains.
Shelly.AI is an email automation platform that sits within an organization’s email system to automate processes and create efficiencies that can make life a whole lot easier in the life of a supply chain operator.
Kucker got his first taste of supply chain working at UPS, and it instilled within him the desire to find ways to improve efficiencies through automation solutions.
“I’ve always been a process-oriented person,” Kucker said. “I love building processes, fixing problems and making them repetitive. Supply chain is the perfect spot for that.”
So, what changes does Kucker see occurring in supply chain?
“It’s definitely interesting to see what’s happening in the supply chain,” Kucker said. “Thirty years ago, it was hard to have a global supply chain. Only the top companies did. We were manufacturing in China or overseas and bringing in products into the U.S. Everything was hyperlocal. Now, it’s easier to come up with a product idea, source a manufacturer, have distribution to your customers through Google and Facebook ads, set up a 3PO, and get your supply chain going.”
But with more autonomy for smaller companies come the headaches for supply chain operators and managers to work with all of the various bits of technology and individual processes that may be completely different from another company's approach. This problem is where Kucker thrives, and his mission is to focus on creating efficiencies through AI solutions to improve those processes.
Worker shortages, geopolitical forces and the lingering impacts to the supply chain due to a global pandemic; that’s a lot of challenges for any industry to bear, but one could easily argue its impact on the trucking and logistics industry is by far the most prominent.
The situation today will make for lasting changes in trucking. So, what are those factors trucking companies must navigate into the future as they prepare for more pressures around environmental impact, operational efficiency and safety?
Matt Schrap, CEO of Harbor Trucking Association, joined host Daniel Litwin to tackle these topics and more.
The Harbor Trucking Association is an advocacy and education organization for the trucking industry, focusing on promoting strategies for emission reductions, internodal truck efficiencies and retaining American jobs across the west coast.
But perhaps most important is the agency’s mission to educate the consumer on the importance trucking plays on their everyday lives, something Schrap said Americans got a crash course in during the pandemic.
“Delivery of goods in a timely manner has really shined a light on how important the industry is,” Schrap said. “And as we move forward, there are so many discussions around technological solutions, air quality improvements through technology, driver shortage challenges that we’re all experiencing right now, and how technology might be able to assist with that.”
Even without a pandemic impacting workers and causing shortages, the trucking industry already faced challenges finding qualified drivers, which Schrap said is an ongoing issue and concern.
“The average age of a trucker today is around 57 years old, so we see folks eventually looking at retirement, and there is no one standing behind them to fill that gap,” Schrap said. “Money and compensation are a major factor, but also there are some of those ‘quality of life’ things that folks need to think about.”
Factors such as time at home, proximity to home, particular routes and equipment that a driver is operating all play a role in securing and retaining qualified drivers.
For this episode of Careers on the Move, one could say the guest truly lives that definition. Meet Alyssa Haerle. Haerle is the Director of Transportation Development at Circuit, an award-winning micro-transit service.
They employ a fleet of all-electric vehicles to offer complimentary and on-demand rides around busy downtown areas. Host Tyler Kern was excited to hear Haerle’s insights on how Circuit works with innovative municipalities, developments and brands to offer a fare-free service in an eco-friendly way.
The goal for Haerle and Circuit is to enhance cities, not disrupt them.
“We work with cities to plan out our zones to make it designed toward the communities they want to reach and who they want to give more access to,” Haerle said. “We have some developments in disadvantaged communities, for example, and we’re working with community partners, cities and private developers to understand the needs of the people they want to serve.
As part of her role within Circuit, Haerle focuses on government strategy, grants and city procurement processes. She also focuses on Circuit’s impact and how they are doing with their environmental goals.
“I have a background in international development,” Haerle said. “I was always interested in economic development and how we could build economic policies that really support communities wherever they are. I got interested in local within the United States through the non-profits that I ran in Central California.”
Eventually, Haerle got interested in cleantech and how it could enhance city policies.
With the Los Angeles Olympics coming in 2028, Haerle said that moving people around a congested area in an eco-friendly manner is an issue to solve now. With Los Angeles’ proactive zero-emissions transportation goals, Haerle knew it was time to put her interests to use, and that led her to Circuit.
“How people move and how things move was compelling and interesting, especially when you talk about these large-scale events,” Haerle said.
AI is no mere buzzword; it's popping up in practical applications in all industries. The supply chain is no exception, and, in an industry with a focus on process efficiency, enlisting AI's possibilities makes perfect sense.
Warren Kucker, CEO of Shelly.AI, joined Careers on the Move to talk with host Tyler Kern about his company's role in helping AI solutions enhance logistics in supply chains.
Shelly.AI is an email automation platform that sits within an organization’s email system to automate processes and create efficiencies that can make life a whole lot easier in the life of a supply chain operator.
Kucker got his first taste of supply chain working at UPS, and it instilled within him the desire to find ways to improve efficiencies through automation solutions.
“I’ve always been a process-oriented person,” Kucker said. “I love building processes, fixing problems and making them repetitive. Supply chain is the perfect spot for that.”
So, what changes does Kucker see occurring in supply chain?
“It’s definitely interesting to see what’s happening in the supply chain,” Kucker said. “Thirty years ago, it was hard to have a global supply chain. Only the top companies did. We were manufacturing in China or overseas and bringing in products into the U.S. Everything was hyperlocal. Now, it’s easier to come up with a product idea, source a manufacturer, have distribution to your customers through Google and Facebook ads, set up a 3PO, and get your supply chain going.”
But with more autonomy for smaller companies come the headaches for supply chain operators and managers to work with all of the various bits of technology and individual processes that may be completely different from another company's approach. This problem is where Kucker thrives, and his mission is to focus on creating efficiencies through AI solutions to improve those processes.
Worker shortages, geopolitical forces and the lingering impacts to the supply chain due to a global pandemic; that’s a lot of challenges for any industry to bear, but one could easily argue its impact on the trucking and logistics industry is by far the most prominent.
The situation today will make for lasting changes in trucking. So, what are those factors trucking companies must navigate into the future as they prepare for more pressures around environmental impact, operational efficiency and safety?
Matt Schrap, CEO of Harbor Trucking Association, joined host Daniel Litwin to tackle these topics and more.
The Harbor Trucking Association is an advocacy and education organization for the trucking industry, focusing on promoting strategies for emission reductions, internodal truck efficiencies and retaining American jobs across the west coast.
But perhaps most important is the agency’s mission to educate the consumer on the importance trucking plays on their everyday lives, something Schrap said Americans got a crash course in during the pandemic.
“Delivery of goods in a timely manner has really shined a light on how important the industry is,” Schrap said. “And as we move forward, there are so many discussions around technological solutions, air quality improvements through technology, driver shortage challenges that we’re all experiencing right now, and how technology might be able to assist with that.”
Even without a pandemic impacting workers and causing shortages, the trucking industry already faced challenges finding qualified drivers, which Schrap said is an ongoing issue and concern.
“The average age of a trucker today is around 57 years old, so we see folks eventually looking at retirement, and there is no one standing behind them to fill that gap,” Schrap said. “Money and compensation are a major factor, but also there are some of those ‘quality of life’ things that folks need to think about.”
Factors such as time at home, proximity to home, particular routes and equipment that a driver is operating all play a role in securing and retaining qualified drivers.
For this episode of Careers on the Move, one could say the guest truly lives that definition. Meet Alyssa Haerle. Haerle is the Director of Transportation Development at Circuit, an award-winning micro-transit service.
They employ a fleet of all-electric vehicles to offer complimentary and on-demand rides around busy downtown areas. Host Tyler Kern was excited to hear Haerle’s insights on how Circuit works with innovative municipalities, developments and brands to offer a fare-free service in an eco-friendly way.
The goal for Haerle and Circuit is to enhance cities, not disrupt them.
“We work with cities to plan out our zones to make it designed toward the communities they want to reach and who they want to give more access to,” Haerle said. “We have some developments in disadvantaged communities, for example, and we’re working with community partners, cities and private developers to understand the needs of the people they want to serve.
As part of her role within Circuit, Haerle focuses on government strategy, grants and city procurement processes. She also focuses on Circuit’s impact and how they are doing with their environmental goals.
“I have a background in international development,” Haerle said. “I was always interested in economic development and how we could build economic policies that really support communities wherever they are. I got interested in local within the United States through the non-profits that I ran in Central California.”
Eventually, Haerle got interested in cleantech and how it could enhance city policies.
With the Los Angeles Olympics coming in 2028, Haerle said that moving people around a congested area in an eco-friendly manner is an issue to solve now. With Los Angeles’ proactive zero-emissions transportation goals, Haerle knew it was time to put her interests to use, and that led her to Circuit.
“How people move and how things move was compelling and interesting, especially when you talk about these large-scale events,” Haerle said.
At Careers On The Move, a Cargomatic podcast, we shine a light on what a career in supply chain is like and how the industry offers opportunities for irreplaceable experience. In this episode, host Daniel Litwin, Voice of B2B, talked with Lisa Morales-Hellebo, Co-founder of The Worldwide Supply Chain Federation, an organization changing how supply chain professionals learn, collaborate and adopt supply chain innovation around the world.
At Careers On The Move, a Cargomatic podcast, we shine a light on what a career in supply chain is like and how the industry offers opportunities for irreplaceable experience. In this episode, host Daniel Litwin, Voice of B2B, talked with Lisa Morales-Hellebo, Co-founder of The Worldwide Supply Chain Federation, an organization changing how supply chain professionals learn, collaborate and adopt supply chain innovation around the world.
On this episode of Careers On The Move, A Cargomatic Podcast, host Tyler Kern talked with Radu Palamariu, Managing Director Asia Pacific, Alcott Global.
As the Founder and Managing Partner of Cambridge Capital and CEO of BGSA Holdings, Ben Gordon has a wealth of experience and a lengthy career in the supply chain industry to draw on when forecasting the future of the sector.
For Jack Symington of Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI), the marriage of transportation and green innovation is a perfect fit. As Program Manager of Transportation, Symington helps accelerate the commercialization of green technology in the Los Angeles area.
Supply chains have been a hot topic of conversation since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
Now, however, with a new normal coming to life and supply chains growing and scaling once again – often in response to pressures, challenges and shortcomings exposed by the very thing that halted progress – careers in logistics are ready for another boom.
To discuss careers in the supply chain, Careers on the Move host Tyler Kern was joined by Mr. Supply Chain himself, Daniel Stanton.
Stanton is a “supply chain executive, entrepreneur and educator” and the author of “Supply Chain Management for Dummies.” The “Mr. Supply Chain” moniker was bestowed upon him by an observer of his voracious appetite and obsession with supply chains and logistics, and it’s stuck with him since.
In this conversation, Kern and Stanton outlined his journey to writing his “For Dummies” book, detailed how he goes about educating professionals about supply chains, and explored the careers now available in an industry currently squarely in the spotlight.
“It feels like it’s the Golden Age for the supply chain,” Stanton said. “It started with toilet paper – that’s the way it’s going to go down in the history books. … If there is one silver lining around all of those very, very dark clouds, it’s that everybody now understands that we live in a global economy.”
The supply chain is a tough concept to nail down, but most key players across the world of industry agree that it involves how organizations get products and solutions from point A to point B.
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, that journey has become more complex than ever – but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t opportunities to find unprecedented efficiencies out there waiting to be taken advantage of.
In this industry discussion, host Tyler Kern is joined by Private Equity CEO Steve Rubin to explore some of those opportunities and outline how companies the world over can take advantage.
“The act of moving freight from point A to point B really hasn’t changed much since I’ve been in [the industry] – in 30 years,” Rubin said. “But everything else around that, both physically and digitally, has changed dramatically. … The system has had to do that to account for the explosion in world trade.”
Still, for all the advancements and innovations, plenty of challenges exist, particularly in addressing escalating freight and congestion as spending grows in the wake of COVID-related shutdowns.
“The challenge of the movement now is the incredible rush of freight coming from overseas into the U.S. during the pandemic,” Rubin said. “That’s really item No. 1. What do we have to do as an industry to come together to figure out how to quickly reduce that congestion?”
There aren’t any easy answers, but the answers that do surface could play long-term roles in supply-chain efficiencies and in elevated engagement along the entire length of that supply chain moving forward.
The shipping industry has grown by leaps and bounds, especially with the onset of the pandemic. Many of us staying at home have taken full advantage of faster delivery times – and may have even begun to take it for granted.
But what most people tend to overlook are the truck drivers that help deliver much-needed goods to the places they need to go all over the country.
As a civilian, the average American might not think about how warfare abroad affects the people who live there. Kelvin Garvanne has, however, and he made sure to hammer that point home in each of the military exercises he was a part of.
Today, Garvanne works as a public policy researcher for the City of Los Angeles Board of Public Works. He brings his experience in supply chain management to develop solutions for food insecurity and food waste.
Throughout the career of Melanie Nuce, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development, GS1 US, three key business concerns related to the supply chain have remained constant: how to grow revenue, how to reduce costs and how to manage risks.
The desire to make supply chains more efficient is always the name of the game. Nuce spoke about the importance of data standards in emerging technologies to make these supply chain goals a reality for companies.
By its very nature, the supply chain is a behind-the-scenes magician, but today’s customer looking for that seamless omnichannel experience puts the spotlight on the supply chain in a new way.
It’s no solely on longer marketing and the front end required to satisfy the customer's needs; the supply chain must do its part.
“If anything, 2020 has taught us [this],” Nuce said. “We need to accelerate our investments in digital. It’s about delighting a customer, and the supply chain is three parts of it. It’s the physical goods that get to the shelf or doorstep. It’s the financials that make that possible. And it’s the data.”
But if data plays a vital role in shaping supply chain efficiencies, what challenges does this information bring?
“We’re in a world now where we all live attached to some device at all times,” Nuce said. “Data is at my fingertips. And so, whatever that data is, it had to come from somewhere.”
Nuce said there needs to be a way to share all that produce data amongst the community of multiple suppliers in a standardized way.