In this Episode, Wade and Sarah discuss all things supply chain but also have a focus on what the future holds for the security of our supply chains.   Sarah has a popular podcast and membership business model that gathers the best in class supply chain experts to talk about supply chain.   Together this duo has decades of experience as they  appear on the floor of the Home Delivery World Show floor in Philly. Sarah LinkedIN Let's Talk Supply Chain: Website Wade Wickus: Here Email:...

In this episode, Wade discusses with Charu the revolutionary concept of how humans work with technology to improve supply chain wearables in operations.  Meeting at the Home Delivery World show in 2023, the show drives through how operations and technology has been stuck until Ox broke the barrier.  Charu is a innovator with many professional achievements that have brought positive change to the world.  Charu LinkedIN Ox Website Wade Wickus: Here Email:...

In this episode, Wade and Tyler meet at the Home Delivery World Show in Philly for a fun discussion about how companies get stuck in "Shipstation rate rules" or other carrier issues with out flexibility to lower parcel costs.  Learn how String works to solve that issue and the future of parcel shipping. Tyler Douglas in a entrepreneur in every sense of the term.  He is excited about logistics, the middle mile and how to solve problems with technology.  Tyler LinkedIN Meet String...

In this episode, Wade and Ryan meet at the Home Delivery Show (2023) and discuss the costs and visibility lacking in the middle mile of logistics transactions.  This brings together shippers and carriers, to 3PLs and end-consumers to a winning solution.  This only works with visibility.  How can a company better understand their true costs in the middle?  Ryan Park is Head of Product and Insights at CloudSort.  Prior to that he worked at Amazon Web Services and other areas at Amazon. He has...

In this episode I speak with Juli Herdegen Lassow who is the owner of JHL Solutions, LLC.  JHL Solutions takes the mystery out of building successful retail partnerships.  We connect the dots for brands breaking into big box retail.  Juli has a unique background that can help developing brands navigate the trenches of retail while controlling costs and growing the brand.   www.jhl-solutions.com.   Join us as we explore the pitfalls and market conditions of retail post covid. Juli on...

Prashant Shah is known for change and innovation.  Listen to Prashant and Wade as they discuss how supply chain is evolving and in some cases revolutionizing old strategies.  As everyone reinvents their supply chains, we share some ideas that are critical to the new journey.  SwagUp is a fulfillment solution that has a mission to help companies to strengthen and find their tribes.   Through swag or gear - people relay their message to the world.  With SwagUp that message is done in a very...

In this episode, Wade speaks with the CTO and co-founder of Omniboom which is a tech company focused on cloud and mobile development.  They discuss the future of API's and how they are evolving into Ai connectivities that have different dependencies than today which makes great efficiencies for device integrations. Richie Brees has decades of experience in the technology sector.   His direction of thinking different has generated several solutions for top companies that innovated...

In this episode, Johnathan and Wade discuss the future which is now in fulfillment.  Nimble.ai has autonomous robots picking and fulfilling e-commerce orders.  Listen in as they discuss what is happing today, the benefits in the market and how this will disrupt the future of Direct To Consumer channels.   I could look at their website for hours as robots fulfill orders. Johnathan is VP, Sales & Solutions at Nimble.ai.  He is responsible for building autonomous fulfillment at scale....

Join me as I interview an expert in the sustainability spectrum for a nice overview of the industry and trends occurring.  This is a great episode to listen to and become aware of the basics of package sustainability. Youtube Channel: HERE https://youtu.be/8gi-lILX0S8 Andrew Schrantz: linked in BGR Packaging: Here Wade Wickus: Here About Us: http://www.supplychainsecretsauce.com • Subscription Based Supply Chain Consulting • We are Supply Chain Rapid-Scale Experts! We repair, strengthen...

Join me as I interview these highly influential people at the Parcel Forum show, Chicago, 2022.  CEO of Parcel Forum, Publisher of Parcel Magazine, and Editor of Parcel Magazine.  Find out the latest trends in the parcel show industry and how Parcel Content continues to thrive with current trends. Parcel Forum Show: HERE Parcel Magazine: HERE LinkedIN profiles: Ken Waddell: HERE Joel Dunkel: HERE Amanda Armendariz: HERE About Us: http://www.supplychainsecretsauce.com • Subscription...

Join me as I meet with Akash Agarwal, Chief Business Officer and Co-founder, Beans.ai and Nick Miller, Chief Revenue Officer.   We speak at the Parcel Forum show in Chicago. Beans.ai has 3 core products: Beans Map+, Beans Route, Beans Optimization Listen to this episode to hear more about what Beans.ai is and how they became to be a leading disruptor in the last mile delivery process.  This is one of the best episodes to hear the journey of the latest in last mile delivery technology. ...

Join me as I speak with David Yokeum, at Parcel Forum Chicago, about his story and journey to the creation of the largest global freight network in the world.  This is a fascinating story that is rich with nuggets of solid advice.  WCAworld Website: HERE David Yokeum, Linked In: HERE Parcel Forum Show: HERE Parcel Magazine: HERE About Us: http://www.supplychainsecretsauce.com • Subscription Based Supply Chain Consulting • We are Supply Chain Rapid-Scale Experts! We repair, strengthen and...

Join me as I speak with Michael at the Parcel Forum show in Chicago.  Learn about Blue Crew Jobs and the platform that is changing how people are getting hired.  This is a fascinating story and a real disruptor to the traditional hiring marketplace. Michael Vaynerman Linked IN: HERE Blue Crew Jobs Website: HERE Parcel Forum Show: HERE Parcel Magazine: HERE About Us: http://www.supplychainsecretsauce.com • Subscription Based Supply Chain Consulting • We are Supply Chain Rapid-Scale...

Join me as I speak with Mathew Gunn about his upcoming show in July 2022 in Cincinnati about Fulfillment, Packaging, Logistics and Delivery.   UK Media is doing their first show in the USA.  They are well renowned for their shows in the European Union!  They are known for their unique ability to drive innovation and connection with best practices.    A unique interview with Mathew who talks about how their EXPO is different and what you can expect at their show.  There are a lot of things...

With parcel volumes set to DOUBLE BY 2026, the demand for innovative new technologies and solutions has never been greater! On this show we hear from Bernard Bukovc and the Postal Innovation Platform (PIP) that pulls together all the logistics startups, allows tech companies a one stop shop to know which start up is solving which problem, and enables shippers to connect with solution providers.  All on a open source platform.  We learn about the Supply Chain Tech industry, "hot new"...

Join me as I speak with Kenny Jones, Supply Chain Manager at FIRST WATCH RESTAURANTS.  www.firstwatch.com.  Kenny has great insights into the restaurant, how they are navigating the changing supply chain challenges and bringing healthy food to consumers. First Watch is an American restaurant chain based in Bradenton, Florida. As of June 2021, the chain has more than 420 locations in 28 states and 9,000 employees.  The First Watch restaurant concept is majority-owned by Advent International,...

Join me by listening to a discussion with Rich Dachman about Brighter Bites which is changing the lives of children & families in the USA.  Rich has over 40yrs of experience in Supply Chain Produce from the world's largest distributor Sysco to helping smaller farmers aid the mission of Brighter Bites.   The story of https://www.brighterbites.org is truly amazing! Rich Dachman [email protected] "Donating gives kids access to nutritious food" About Us:...

On this show we discuss how supply chain in Asia is a little different than the U.S..   We explore the impact of marketplaces, manufacturers impact on going direct to consumers,  Robotics, and the technology needed to digitize your supply chain.  There are no other options but to digitize your business if you want to succeed.  Bernard is a triathlete and a great story teller.  He has a vast experience as a SME in the supply chain biz in Asia.  Linked in:...

Today I have a conversation with William & Kristen Schumacher who are the core team at Uprising Food.   www.uprisingfood.com We explore how a start up travels through the journey of figuring out B2C supply chain strategies while growing exponentially. Deeper than that, we dive into the mental strength needed to be successful, find funding and create the right business approach with a national customer base to scale.  The drive is to deliver healthy food options to children &...

Today I have a conversation with Maria Amalia Robbin who is founder of La Amalia 1888 roasting & distribution company as well as 20yrs of experience with international food brokering.  Today we explore how the container market got turned upside down and what we can do about this to protect our supply chains.  We also start our story with a family journey to a discovery that led to the door step of a brand of coffee.  Truly a fantastic story that is as unique as the coffee.  More...

On this show we learn about the unique value proposition of the Kitchen Coop!  If you have great food product idea and you are looking for the right team to help make your product come to life, this group has the magic.  Based in Colorado, Jeff and his team have developed a end to end eco-system for product development.  They are well connected to ingredient supply chains and really understand what it takes to be successful in this market segment.  Listen as Jeff shares with us his insights...

In this episode we have a simply fascinating discussion about Artificial Intelligence, how nimble and specific it can be, to solve complex business problems.  The scale of these solutions is becoming more commonly used by businesses all over the world.  Listen as Sam Brown, CEO and Founder explains how he took what he had learned at Google and applied it to business.  Truly an amazing company with a gift for solving big data or complex business problems.  Strategic, Economic Engineering Corp...

In this episode I am blessed to be speaking to the founder and CEO of Ascentiya who's mission is focused completely on woman and their careers.  Ascentiya is comprised of a dynamic coaching  team, focused on helping woman increase their personal worth...

In this episode we hear some solid advice about how a family business succeeded and awareness to opportunity created more success. Key attributes of persistence and customer passion carry forward to today.  Lisa has more than 25yrs of experience in...