In this episode of The Results Loading… podcast, Michael Atkin engages with Mohamed Sameh to explore his journey in the cement industry. Mohamed shares his early career challenges and pivotal shifts in construction, leading to the founding of his own company. He offers insights into his role at SESCO Cement and strategies for entering the US market. The discussion covers supply chain efficiency, logistics, and managing global teams. Mohamed elaborates on customer relationships, operations strategies, and the role of technology in distribution. The episode also addresses sustainability efforts, leadership philosophy, and the importance of learning from business mistakes, concluding with future expansion plans.

(0:10) Introduction and Mohamed Sameh's journey in the cement industry

(2:18) Challenges and early career shifts in construction

(3:03) Founding a company and cement industry insights

(6:06) Role at SESCO Cement and US market entry strategies

(11:27) Supply chain efficiency and logistics in cement distribution

(12:51) Leadership and managing global teams

(18:01) Expansion and supply chain resilience in the US market

(24:42) Customer relationships and sales in the cement industry

(27:20) Operations and stocking strategies for market demands

(35:04) Technology's impact on logistics and distribution efficiency

(38:29) Digital transformation and future expansion plans

(42:28) Sustainability and carbon footprint reduction in cement production

(45:02) Leadership philosophy and personal achievements

(50:53) Handling business mistakes and the value of continuous learning

(52:07) Sponsor: Tech Innovators Inc.