Future-Focused Terminal

In this episode of Future-Focused Terminal, host Seana Fairchild is joined by Noel Hacegaba, COO of the Port of Long Beach, and Chris Hoffmeister, CCO of Hub Group, to explore the state of the industry as we approach 2025. Together, they discuss how innovation, sustainability, and collaboration are shaping the landscape, offering actionable insights and fresh perspectives for the road ahead.

In this episode of the Future-Focused Terminal podcast, host Seana Fairchild dives into a critical and timely topic: anxiety. As the year winds down and workplace demands increase, understanding and addressing mental health challenges is more important than ever. Joining are guests Dijana Karajic, Magenta Roberson, and Tim Ranney, LPC, who share insights into the rise of anxiety, its impact on workplace culture, and actionable strategies for managing stress. Together, they explore how benefits, leadership, and practical daily habits can support employees and foster a culture of care and resilience.

In this episode of The Future-Focused Terminal podcast, host Seana Fairchild talks with Matt Kozar, VP of Business Development at ConGlobal, and Andrew Peschong, President of KTI, about how partnerships are key to tackling the logistics industry’s evolving challenges. They explore how collaboration and technology enhance yard operations, customer service, and competitive edge—reshaping the future of logistics through strategic alliances and innovation.

Join host Seana Fairchild and dive deep into the world of customer experience with Barry LaBov, Founder and CEO of LABOV Marketing, Training and Communications, Marsel Oxhaku, VP of Enterprise Accounts at ConGlobal, and Chelsey Linden, AVP of Commercial Strategy & Support at ConGlobal. In this episode, we explore how customer experience shapes business strategy, the role of technology in CX transformation, and how feedback can drive innovation and operational improvements.

In this episode of the Future-Focused Terminal podcast, Seana Fairchild is joined by Chad Meyer, Founding Partner & Owner of NorthPoint Development, and Jason Simonson, ConGlobal's VP, Logistics Center Services, to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of logistics real estate. They explore the impact of e-commerce growth on logistics centers, the strategic advantages of large-scale logistics parks, and how technology and automation are shaping modern terminals. The conversation also delves into the challenges and opportunities in supply chain management and the increasing importance of sustainability.

In this episode of the Future-Focused Terminal podcast, host Seana Fairchild explores the significant shift in global trade dynamics with Rene Etcharren and Diego Anchustegui. As the U.S. increasingly turns to Mexico for goods over the Far East, our guests delve into the USMCA, nearshoring, and the evolving Texas-Mexico trade corridor and its impact on industrial demand, logistics, and cross-border operations.

In Episode 14 of the Future-Focused Terminal Podcast, host Seana Fairchild is joined by Vanessa Alas, Terminal Manager from ConGlobal; Mark Mills, ConGlobal’s VP of Advanced Solutions; and Kirk Freimuth, President of CR England, a valued customer of ConGlobal. Together, they explore the biggest challenges in managing terminals and how automation and AI streamline operations, optimize yard management, and provide a competitive edge.

In time for Earth Day, Seana Fairchild and her panel of experts discuss the urgency for net zero, operational challenges, industry collaborations, and technologies helping accelerate decarbonization in the freight and logistics industry. Guests include Paige Bartine, Brandon Banashak, Alan White, Roland Butzke, and Ashley Lane.

This episode spotlights Empowering Women in Logistics. Four remarkable women making waves in the logistics industry—Ashley Ritteman, Meghan Marsden, Kristy Knichel, and Bonnie Michael—join us to discuss their motivations for choosing logistics careers, the importance of diversity, steps for creating inclusive environments, and the role mentorship played in each guest’s career growth.

In this episode, we explore the intricacies of building a culture of innovation with guests Holly Morgan, Chief People Officer, and Yamini Vellore, Chief Technology Officer, from ConGlobal. Join us for insights, anecdotes, and expert guidance to cultivate a culture of innovation in your organization!