Supply Chain Connections

In this episode, Peter Tirschwell, VP of S&P Global, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

• AI investments, industry trends, and progress toward greener supply chains
• How personal relationships continue to drive growth in logistics
• The value of S&P’s annual maritime event, TPM
• Peter’s journey with the Journal of Commerce and lessons learned in his role

Peter has been reporting on supply chains for nearly 30 years. Prior to his role as the Vice President of S&P Global, he served as a shipping and international trade reporter, bureau chief, assistant managing editor, and editor in chief of the Journal of Commerce newspaper. Peter is also the Founder and a chairman of the TPM conference, the world's largest container shipping event founded in 2001. Peter continues to write as a columnist for The Journal of Commerce and JOC.com covering a range of international logistics topics.

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In this episode, Tim Weiss, Co-Founder and CEO of Optera, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

• Balancing grassroots impact and corporate regulation in sustainability
• Environmental activism strategies for businesses
• Reducing emissions and decarbonization efforts in the logistics industry
• New regulations, taxes, and considerations for shippers and forwarders
• Climate tech for emissions reduction

Tim is Co-Founder and CEO of Optera, a platform that helps corporations measure, manage, and reduce their carbon emissions up and down their value chains, backed by comprehensive and trusted data.

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In this episode of supply chain connections, we're sharing a recording from a recent webinar hosted by Brian Glick, CEO, and Rose Smith, VP of Customer Success, at Chain.io. In this episode, Brian and Rose explain the evolving shipper needs LSPs should be aware of as we move into 2024 including:

• The different requirements of shippers based on their size and complexity
• What shippers are focused on post-pandemic
• The importance of maintaining relationships during a downturn
• Innovation, sustainability, and compliance across supply chains
• Three main motivations for shipper sustainability
• Trade compliance challenges and opportunities for LSPs

Rose Smith recently joined Chain.io as our VP of Customer Success, where she leverages her supply chain expertise building large scale digital solutions to drive innovation with our customers. Prior to joining Chain.io, Rose held pivotal leadership roles as Senior Director of Supply Chain Operations for iRobot and Head of Supply Chain Development for the LEGO Group. In these roles, Rose played an instrumental role in strategizing, implementing, and evolving supply chain frameworks.

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In this episode, Chris Jamroz, Executive Chairman of the Board and CEO at Roadrunner, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

• Improving logistics services through direct connectivity
• Process optimization and technology to improve efficiency and customer experience
• Challenges of relying on outdated technology

Chris Jamroz is the Executive Chairman of the Board and CEO at Roadrunner. Chris is a highly experienced executive focused on creating shareholder value through active executive management of portfolio companies in transportation, logistics and cyber security. Before coming to Roadrunner, Chris served in executive roles at Emergent Cold, STG Logistics, and Garda Cash Logistics.Tune into a related episode, Embracing a Digital Supply Chain with Mauro Rodrigo Gonzalez, CSO + President of Ascent On-Demand at Ascent Global Logistics.

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In this episode, Tom Durrenberger, CEO at Bravotran, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

• Software investments for freight forwarders
• Methods for cost saving and improved visibility
• Streamlining the payables and invoicing process
• Industry challenges and culture in supply chain
• BravoTran’s focus on payables automation

Tom was inspired by BravoTran’s ability to bring just the right tools to the freight forwarding world. He saw what BravoTran can do to overcome massive business challenges and it was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up. Listen to his story on the podcast now!

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In this episode, Roger Garza, Director of Global Product Management at xpd global, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

• The problems that logistics providers solve for their customers
• Challenges in supporting manufacturers
• How xpd organizes data across their company and customers
• Why project planning is a pivotal part of his role in product management
• The value logistics providers bring to the market

Roger Garza, Director of Global Product Management at xpd global, a prominent supply chain logistics solutions provider, oversees the development and implementation of cutting-edge products and services designed to meet the needs and expectations of global manufacturers.With over two decades of experience in the logistics and sales industry, Roger boasts a proven track record of delivering exceptional results, adeptly managing teams, and generating substantial value to the company and its customers.

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In this episode, David de Picciotto, CEO and Co-Founder of Pledge, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

• The cultural surprises and business complexities of supply chains
• Sustainability in the logistics industry
• The climate data that is important to freight forwarders
• How climate data can boost business growth
• Lessons David has learned as a founder of a climate technology company
• The benefits of digitization in climate technology

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In this episode, Amy Morgan, VP, Head of Trade Compliance at Altana Technologies,, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

• Amy’s journey in the supply chain industry
• The definition of trade compliance and recent paradigm shifts
• How data elevates trade compliance
• The evolution of supply chain compliance
• Altana’s compliance work with customs

As the VP, Head of Trade Compliance at Altana Technologies, Amy leads the development and implementation of innovative solutions for the global supply chain. Amy leverages over 20 years of experience in international trade, compliance, leadership, and strategy to help governments and the private sector build safe, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. She is a licensed U.S. Customs Broker and a member of the Trade Support Network.

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In this episode, Eric Ritchey, Director of Operations and Business Development at Panda Logistics, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

• How Eric got started in international trade and logistics
• The role of a freight forwarder and how it’s evolved
• Obstacles forwarders face in international shipping
• The motivation for creating a tracking portal
• Tips to run an efficient and effective logistics business

Eric works as the Director of Operations and Business Development at Panda Logistics, a logistics operator providing a full range of service in transportation and customs clearance worldwide, for any type of cargo.Tune in now!

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In this episode, Mauro Rodrigo Gonzalez, CSO + President of Ascent On-Demand at Ascent Global Logistics, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

• How technology has powered their supply chain operations
• The challenges of leading on-demand supply chains
• The difference between a digital platform and a logistics operation
• How to approach change management in supply chains
• The differences in workplace culture across the world
• Their strategy for embracing a digital experience

Mauro is an experienced supply chain executive with over 25 years in the industry. He led and transformed one of the top countries within the Kuehne + Nagel Network, and now serves as the CSO and President of On-Demand operations at Ascent Global Logistics. In his current role, he works with the M&A team to search, analyze and execute potential operations around the world to keep growing their business platform. Tune in now!

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