In this thought-provoking episode of Logistics With Purpose®, host Enrique Alvarez and special co-host Nathan Chaney sit down with Abby Nawrocki, Founder and CEO of Stock, to explore how excess inventory can move beyond warehouses and landfills to create value for businesses, nonprofit organisations, and communities.

Every year, businesses across industries face the challenge of managing surplus inventory, including abandoned goods, overstocked products, and customer returns. Abby shares how Stock is helping brands and logistics providers rethink inventory management by connecting excess goods with nonprofit organisations that can put those resources to meaningful use.

The conversation explores how technology, data, and intentional decision-making can transform inventory management while supporting sustainability and impact goals. Abby explains how brands can choose the nonprofit organisations they support, creating stronger connections between business operations, reduce costs, community impact, and corporate responsibility.

From evolving consumer expectations to emerging sustainability regulations, this conversation highlights why businesses are increasingly re-evaluating how they manage excess inventory and how purpose-driven logistics can create value for organisations, nonprofit partners, and the environment.

If you're passionate about supply chain innovation, inventory management, sustainability, reverse logistics, ESG initiatives, or creating positive impact through business, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why excess inventory remains one of the biggest challenges facing supply chains today

• The three major categories of excess inventory: abandoned goods, overstock, and returns

• How technology can connect surplus inventory with nonprofit organisations to reduce waste

• Why sustainable inventory management is becoming a strategic business priority

• How data, accountability, and intentional decision-making can help organisations create value beyond the movement of goods

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Logistics With Purpose®: https://logisticswithpurpose.co/

Subscribe to Logistics With Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen

Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/

Learn more about Stock: https://www.stockitbetter.com/

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Nathan Chaney.

Can businesses help solve one of the world's biggest environmental challenges?

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with Jesse Langley, CEO of Lotus Sustainables, to explore how innovation, purpose-driven leadership, and supply chain collaboration are reducing our dependence on single-use plastic bags.

Jesse shares his remarkable journey from serving in the U.S. Navy to leading a global sustainability company that has already diverted more than 6.5 billion plastic bags from landfills. Together, they discuss why changing consumer behavior is so difficult, the role legislation plays in accelerating sustainability, and how businesses can create products that are better for both people and the planet.

The conversation also explores leadership during uncertainty, the power of B Corps and Conscious Capitalism, sustainable innovation, resilient supply chains, and why solving environmental problems starts with building better partnerships.

Whether you're a supply chain professional, sustainability leader, entrepreneur, or simply passionate about creating positive impact, this episode offers practical insights and inspiring ideas for building a better future.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why legislation may be the biggest driver of reducing single-use plastics
• How Lotus Sustainables has diverted over 6.5 billion plastic bags from landfills
• What purpose-driven leadership looks like during uncertain times
• Why innovation should focus on solving real customer problems
• How B Corps and stakeholder-focused businesses create lasting impact
• Lessons from military leadership that translate into business success
• Why Europe is leading the way in sustainability and what others can learn

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Jesse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-langley/
• Learn more about Lotus Sustainables: https://lotus-sustainables.com/
• Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/brands/logistics-with-purpose/
• Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen
• Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
• Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For addtional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/how-why-retailers-replacing-billions-plastic-bags-lwp161

In this powerful episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with Tarana Burke, founder of the Me Too Movement and Chief Vision Officer of Me Too International, for an essential conversation about leadership, workplace culture, empathy, and creating safer organizations.

While the Me Too Movement is often associated with social change, Tarana explains why conversations about sexual and gender-based violence belong in every industry—including logistics and supply chain. She shares how organizational culture, leadership, transparency, and accountability directly impact employee wellbeing, trust, and business performance.

From the origins of the Me Too Movement to practical advice for executives, HR leaders, managers, and coworkers, this discussion challenges leaders to build workplaces where people feel seen, heard, valued, and safe.

If you're passionate about leadership, organizational culture, employee engagement, or creating workplaces where everyone can thrive, this episode is one you won't want to miss.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why psychological safety is essential for high-performing organizations
• How silence becomes normalized in workplace culture
• The leadership behaviors that create trust and accountability
• Why empathy is a competitive advantage—not a weakness
• How peers, managers, and executives all play a role in preventing harmful workplace cultures
• Why Tarana Burke believes sexual and gender-based violence is a community problem that requires a community response
• Practical steps leaders can take today to create safer, healthier workplaces

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Tarana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taranajburke/
• Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/brands/logistics-with-purpose/
• Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen
• Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
• Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For addtional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/what-metoo-movement-revelaed-about-workplace-culture-lwp160

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In this classic episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome former US Women's soccer team goalkeeper Hope Solo to the show! Hope discusses her career, her advocacy for women's rights and gender equality, and her involvement with the Homeless World Cup.

Listen in as she shares her journey from a young girl with a passion for soccer to becoming one of the world's top goalkeepers, and discusses the challenges she faced in advocating for equal pay and better conditions for women in sports. Also learn more about the Homeless World Cup, an organization that Hope supports and has a personal connection to, that uses soccer to inspire homeless people to change their lives.

Tune in to gain insight into Hope Solo's remarkable journey, filled with resilience, passion, and a profound commitment to making a difference in the world through the game of soccer.

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Hope: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hope-solo-9522065/
• Learn more about Hope: http://hopesolo.com/contact/
• Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purpose
• Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
• Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/logistics-purpose-classic-saving-goals-changing-lives-hope-solo-journey-soccer-star-social-advocate-lwp159

In this inspiring classic Logistics with Purpose®️ episode, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Nuria Sierra sit down with Honey Thaljieh — public relations manager for FIFA, international activist, and the trailblazing first captain of the Palestinian women’s national football team.

Honey shares her remarkable journey from the narrow streets of Bethlehem to co-founding women’s football in Palestine, breaking barriers in a region where cultural and political challenges could have stopped her. She reveals how the beautiful game became her tool for promoting peace, inclusion, and gender equity — from leading a national team to collaborating with FIFA and the Homeless World Cup.

Whether you’re passionate about sports, equality, or human rights, this episode will leave you motivated to dream big and fight for change.

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Honey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/honey-thaljieh-a7640828/
• TEDxZurich: http://www.tedxzurich.com/speaker/honey-thaljieh/
• Interview with Mel: https://youtu.be/hbbrcjLDAZg?si=g4j8WFZLQMv0_yEr
• Interview with Hope Solo: https://youtu.be/-GYS4zpWWdU?si=qmnAonOw4Vww4iaS
• NETFLIX movie: https://www.netflix.com/mx-en/title/81001287
• Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purpose
• Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
• Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Nuria Sierra. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/logistics-purpose-classic-amazing-power-football-fifa-homeless-world-cup-lwp158

In this episode of Logistics With Purpose®, presented by Vector Global Logistics in partnership with Supply Chain Now, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with Benjamin Reich and Ronny Horvath from Accenture for a powerful conversation about the future of supply chain, AI, resilience, and human-centered leadership.

From AI-driven logistics and supply chain orchestration to trust, culture, and meaningful workplace relationships, this episode explores what it really takes to build resilient supply chains in a rapidly changing world. Benjamin and Ronny share practical insights on how organizations can adopt AI without waiting for “perfect” data, why curiosity and adaptability matter more than ever, and how companies can balance automation with humanity.

You’ll also hear personal stories about their journeys from Germany to leading global transformation initiatives across the U.S., lessons learned from companies like Porsche and IBM, and why the future of logistics depends just as much on people and trust as it does on technology.

Whether you’re a supply chain leader, technology enthusiast, logistics professional, or someone curious about how AI is reshaping business, this conversation delivers practical takeaways, leadership wisdom, and an inspiring look at the future of work.

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Ronny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronhorvath/
• Connect with Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bereich/
• Learn more about Accenture: https://www.accenture.com/us-en
• Götz Wolfgang Werner: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G%C3%B6tz_Werner
• Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purpose
• Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
• Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https:/supplychainnow.com/how-ai-adaptability-reshaping-resilient-supply-chains-accenture-lwp157

What does it really take to deliver lifesaving aid in the middle of war zones, natural disasters, and humanitarian crises? In this powerful episode of Logistics With Purpose®, Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with Noemi Pazienti and Kelly Bradley from the Logistics Cluster, the World Food Programme-led coordination platform supporting humanitarian operations across the globe.

From Lebanon and Gaza to Burkina Faso and Ukraine, this conversation takes listeners behind the scenes of humanitarian logistics operations happening in some of the world’s most complex and dangerous environments. Learn how the Logistics Cluster coordinates global partnerships, activates emergency supply chain networks, and works with NGOs, governments, and private sector leaders to ensure aid reaches the people who need it most.

Noemi and Kelly share firsthand stories from the field, including coordinating humanitarian convoys during active conflict, setting up emergency warehouse capacity in Beirut, navigating collapsed infrastructure in Gaza, and balancing operational efficiency with humanity and compassion.

You’ll also hear valuable leadership lessons on adaptability, collaboration, communication, resilience, and why details matter in supply chain operations where every decision can impact lives.

Whether you work in supply chain, logistics, humanitarian aid, or simply want a deeper understanding of how global relief efforts operate, this episode offers an inspiring and eye-opening look at logistics truly driven by purpose.

Additional Links & Resources:

• Learn more about the Logistics Cluster: https://logcluster.org/en
• Connect with Kelly: www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-bradley-6646a744
• Connect with Noemi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noemi-pazienti/
• Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purpose
• Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
• Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For additional information, please visit our dedicated episode page: https://supplychainnow.com/itlays-logistics-cluster-delivering-aid-crisis-zones-world-food-programme-lwp156

What if your company isn’t broken… just misaligned?

In this episode of Logistics With Purpose®, Fred LeFranc shares powerful insights from decades of leadership experience—revealing why most organizations struggle not because of bad strategy, but because of a lack of alignment, clarity, and purpose.

From navigating complex global supply chains to leading companies through chaos and transformation, Fred breaks down what it really takes to create sustainable results. You’ll learn how culture, purpose, and leadership mindset directly impact performance—and why emotional intelligence may be the most underrated skill in business today.

This conversation goes beyond theory and into real-world application, with practical frameworks leaders can use immediately to improve alignment, decision-making, and long-term strategy.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why misalignment—not failure—is the root of most business problems
• How to think strategically with a 2-year leadership lens
• The role of purpose in building high-performing organizations
• How emotional intelligence impacts leadership success
• Why culture is a company’s ultimate competitive advantage
• How AI is reshaping business—and what leaders must do now

Whether you're a supply chain leader, executive, or entrepreneur, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership, strategy, and the future of business.

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredlefranc/
• Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purpose
• Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
• Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/purpose-driven-leadership-aligning-strategy-culture-purpose-lwp155

What if your “waste” is actually one of your biggest profit opportunities?

In this episode of Logistics With Purpose®, we sit down with Stephanie Benedetto, CEO and co-founder of Alokia, to uncover the massive hidden problem inside global supply chains—and how companies can turn excess inventory into measurable profit and impact.

Right now, businesses are sitting on an estimated $2 trillion in excess inventory—costing them money in storage, labor, and lost opportunity. But what if that “waste” could be reused, resold, or repurposed at scale?

Stephanie shares how leading brands are using AI, data, and smarter allocation strategies to:

• Reduce excess inventory
• Increase supply chain efficiency
• Cut costs and unlock new revenue
• Lower environmental impact without sacrificing growth

Whether you're in logistics, operations, procurement, or leadership, this conversation will change how you think about waste, efficiency, and opportunity in your business.

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Stephanie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniebenedetto/
• Learn more about Aloqia: https://www.aloqia.com/
• Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purpose
• Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
• Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/why-your-excess-inventory-costing-millions-how-fix-lwp154

In this inspiring episode of Logistics with Purpose®, Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with Hannah Cox, founder of betternotstop and the Better Business Network, to explore what it truly means to live and lead with purpose.

From her early days in the music industry to launching a global movement for sustainable business, Hannah shares the deeply personal story behind her mission—including the powerful advice from her father that became the foundation for her work. She also dives into her extraordinary challenge of running 100 marathons in 100 days to raise $1 million and drive meaningful change.

Tune in to hear how Hannah is helping leaders rethink success, build values-driven organizations, and create a better world—one bold step at a time.

Key Learnings:

• Why purpose—not profit alone—is the future of business
• What truly makes people happy (based on real-world global insights)
• The mindset behind running 100 marathons in 100 days
• The power of community in driving sustainable change
• How businesses can align impact, leadership, and profitability

Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or simply someone seeking more meaning in your work, this episode offers a powerful reminder: when you follow your purpose, you don’t just build a career—you build impact that lasts.

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Hannah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/onlyhannahcox/
• Learn more about the Better Business Network: www.thebetterbusiness.network
• Learn more about betternotstop: https://betternotstop.com/
• Learn more about Logistics with Purpose: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purpose
• Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
• Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For additional information, please visit the dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/betternotstop-turning-purpose-action-lwp153