Supply Chain Now

"The Buzz: Global Trade, Retail Projections, iPhone Supply Chain & Nike Sustainability Project”

The Supply Chain Buzz Series

Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 168

The Supply Chain Buzz is this week's supply chain news in less than 15 minutes!

Scott W. Luton is the founder & CEO of Supply Chain Now Radio. He has worked extensively in the end-to-end Supply Chain industry for more than 15 years, appearing in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Dice and Quality Progress Magazine. Scott was named a 2019 Pro to Know in Supply Chain by Supply & Demand Executive. He founded the 2019 Atlanta Supply Chain Awards and also served on the 2018 Georgia Logistics Summit Executive Committee. He is a certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and holds the APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) credential. A Veteran of the United States Air Force, Scott volunteers on the Business Pillar for VETLANTA and has served on the boards for APICS Atlanta and the Georgia Manufacturing Alliance. He also serves as an advisor with TalentStream, a leading recruiting & staffing firm based in the Southeast. Follow Scott Luton on Twitter at @ScottWLuton and learn more about SCNR here: https://supplychainnowradio.com/

Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

DHL Global Trade Barometer: https://tinyurl.com/y2vfc84t

Retail Projections from Deloitte: https://tinyurl.com/y279rhlz

iPhone Supply Chain: https://tinyurl.com/yym642w2

Wal-Mart DC Training: https://tinyurl.com/yxj63znw

New Nike Sustainable Facility: https://tinyurl.com/y3a4dwcr

Manufacturing Day 2020: https://www.mfgday.com/

Help with Hurricane Dorian Relief: https://www.alanaid.org/

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/

Georgia Manufacturing Summit on October 9th: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/annual-summit

SCNR to Broadcast Live at SC Logistics 2019 Fall Tech Talk: https://tinyurl.com/y2mttrg8

eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw

Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1

SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/

SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube

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The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog

APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org

TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/

Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/

Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/

ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g

Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/

Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/

For more information, please visit our episode page: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-168

"Kyle Hooper with Volvo Cars: Driving Growth in South Carolina”

Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 167

Live from the 2019 SCAC AIAG Supply Chain & Quality Conference in Charleston, South Carolina

Episode 167 of SCNR features Kyle Hooper. W. Kyle Hooper, MBA, CQE, CQA, LSSGB is the Manager of Procurement and SQM Excellence for Volvo Cars in North and South America. His responsibilities include: Procurement Sustainability, Digitalization, Process Management, and Training. Kyle brings over 15 years of experience working with complex supply chains and supplier development in the automotive and aerospace industries. Prior to joining Volvo, Kyle was the Manager of Supplier Development and Quality Systems at Enovation Controls who is a tier one automotive supplier producing on and off road electronic instrumentation in Tulsa, OK. In this role he was responsible for supplier development in North America, TS 16949 certification, and the deployment of a product lifecycle management system at five global locations. Additionally, Kyle has worked as a Supplier Quality Manager at Frontier Electronic Systems in the aerospace sector that provided high reliability electronic assemblies to Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and NASA. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Oklahoma State University. He also received a Master’s of Business Administration degree from Oklahoma Christian University. Kyle holds several quality certifications from the American Society of Quality (ASQ) which includes: Certified Quality Engineer, Certified Quality Auditor, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. Learn more about Volvo Cars here: https://www.volvocars.com/us

Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Help with Hurricane Dorian Relief: https://www.alanaid.org/

Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/w-kyle-hooper-mba-cqe-cqa-cssgb-b6755a27/

Connect with Beau on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beaugroover/

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/

Georgia Manufacturing Summit on October 9th: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/annual-summit

SCNR to Broadcast Live at SC Logistics 2019 Fall Tech Talk: https://tinyurl.com/y2mttrg8

eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw

Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1

SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/

SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube

Check Out News From Our Sponsors:

The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog

APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org

TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/

Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/

Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/

ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g

Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/

Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/

This episode was hosted by Greg White, Scott Luton, and Beau Groover of the Effective Syndicate. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-167

"Suzanne Dickerson with SC Council on Competitiveness &

Maureen Woolshlager with Vector Global Logistics”

Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 166

Live from the 2019 SCAC AIAG Supply Chain & Quality Conference

In Charleston, South Carolina

This episode of Supply Chain Now Radio features Suzanne Dickerson and Maureen Woolshlager. Suzanne Dickerson joined the SC Council on Competitiveness in 2016 after serving for 8 years as the Director for International Business Development at Clemson University’s International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR). She began her career with BMW in Munich Germany at corporate headquarters upon completion of the Bosch Foundation Fellowship Program. Suzanne serves as Vice President of the multi-state Southern Automotive Women’s Forum and is a Board Member of the South Carolina Automotive Council. Locally, Suzanne is a Board member on the Roper Mountain Science Center and a Fellow of the Riley Institute Diversity Leadership Program. The South Carolina Research Authority awarded Suzanne the Knowledge Economist Award in 2013 and in 2015, Suzanne was the recipient of the Clemson Women in Leadership Award. In 2018 Suzanne joined the South Carolina Manufacturers Extension Partnership Executive Board. Learn more about the SC Council on Competitiveness here: https://sccompetes.org/

Maureen Woolshlager started her career at McMaster-Carr's Management Development Program working in sales, marketing, distribution operations, finance and accounting. After McMaster-Carr, she spent a year managing operations in one of Target Corporation's warehouses before finding a role within a small management consulting company in Denver, Colorado. She worked on large projects for international food and restaurant companies and advised on account management, business development, operations management, warehouse operations, continuous improvement and distribution center operations, and procurement/supplier/inventory optimization. Maureen has her B.A. from Emory University. She earned a certificate in Management & Marketing from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania & her M.B.A. from the University of Phoenix. Learn more about Vector Global Logistics here: http://vectorgl.com/

Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Help with Hurricane Dorian Relief: https://www.alanaid.org/

Connect with Suzanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-dickerson-42a14a2/

Connect with Maureen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureen-woolshlager-738860/

Connect with Beau on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beaugroover/

Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/

Georgia Manufacturing Summit on October 9th: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/annual-summit

SCNR to Broadcast Live at SC Logistics 2019 Fall Tech Talk: https://tinyurl.com/y2mttrg8

eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw

Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1

SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/

SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube

Check Out News From Our Sponsors:

The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog

APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org

TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/

Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/

Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/

ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g

Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/

Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/

This episode was hosted by Greg White, Scott Luton, and Beau Groover of The Effective Syndicate. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-166.

"Birgit Matthiesen with Arent Fox: Trade & Tariff Update”

Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 165

Live from the 2019 SCAC AIAG Supply Chain & Quality Conference

In Charleston, South Carolina

This episode of SCNR features Birgit Matthiesen. Birgit serves as Director, North America Manufacturing with Arent Fox. Birgit serves on the advisory board of Global Business Dialogue of Washington DC and has authored numerous articles on trade related policies for media publications. Along with her colleague, David Hamill, Birgit is often asked to provide her trade insight and analysis for industry webinars and executive-level presentations. A complete list of her recent publications and events can be viewed by clicking on the newsroom tab on the Arent Fox website. Birgit’s widely read “Travels in Canada” are designed to provide readers with both a timely but broader perspective of developing US trade policy. Birgit is a frequent speaker on the NAFTA renegotiations, and works with clients on how they can best position themselves to minimize risks and create competitive opportunities through compliance and understanding of the NAFTA. Birgit's specialties reflect a career building a network of cross-border interests in North America. She previously served as the US Special Advisor to the President and CEO of Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) and prior to this role, she served on the Trade and Economic Policy staff at the Embassy of Canada in Washington, DC. At the Embassy, Birgit provided advice to companies in North America on the NAFTA implementing rules, interpretation of policy and enforcement targeting. Learn more about Arent Fox here: https://www.arentfox.com/

This episode was hosted by Greg White, Scott Luton, and Beau Groover of The Effective Syndicate at the AIAG SCAC Supply Chain & Quality Conference in Charleston, SC. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychiannowradio.com/episode-165

"Micah Mallace with the South Carolina Ports Authority”

Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 164

Live from the 2019 SCAC AIAG Supply Chain & Quality Conference

In Charleston, South Carolina

Episode 164 featured special guest Micah Mallace. Micah is the Director of Regional Sales at the South Carolina Ports Authority. He is responsible for long term growth strategy and sustaining double market growth at the Port. This involves development of the marketing approach and guiding companies through supply chain optimization studies, site location processes, transportation vendor selection, and incentive negotiations. The Port of Charleston has been the fastest growing port in the US since 2009 and Micah has been fortunate to be involved. Micah graduated from the College of Charleston with a Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management degree and MBA in Finance. Learn more about the South Carolina Ports Authority here: http://scspa.com/

Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode

Help with Hurricane Dorian Relief: https://www.alanaid.org/

Connect with Micah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micah-mallace-93280a7/

Connect with Beau on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beaugroover/

Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/

Georgia Manufacturing Summit on October 9th: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/annual-summit

SCNR to Broadcast Live at SC Logistics 2019 Fall Tech Talk: https://tinyurl.com/y2mttrg8

eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw

Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1

SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/

SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube

Check Out News From Our Sponsors

The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog

APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org

TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/

Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/

Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/

ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g

Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/

Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/

Episode 164 was hosted by Greg White, Scott Luton, and Beau Groover of The Effective Syndicate. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-164

"Jim Liegghio with the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG)”

Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 163

Live from the 2019 SCAC AIAG Supply Chain & Quality Conference

In Charleston, South Carolina

This episode of Supply Chain Now Radio features Jim Liegghio of the Automotive INdustry Action Group (AIAG). Jim serves as Program Manager-Supply for the Automotive Industry Action Group. Jim has 20 years of automotive and manufacturing industry experience in a wide variety of supply chain disciplines. He has significant hands-on, plant-level material and production control experience in addition to having held several corporate logistics roles at what is now FCA (formerly Chrysler Group LLC). His corporate logistics experience spanned both inbound materials logistics, as well as finished vehicle logistics – both in a domestic and international capacity. Following his OEM experience, Jim held various roles within international logistics operations, purchasing, and trade compliance management within several global, tier-level manufacturing companies. His post-OEM experiences allowed him to gain diverse global experience, develop well-rounded manufacturing perspectives, and acquire valuable exposure to broader compliance oversight functions – all within a highly entrepreneurial setting. Happy to be officially "back in automotive", Jim has now been with AIAG for 2.5 years, managing multiple programs within the Supply Chain division. Learn more about the Automotive Industry Action Group here: https://www.aiag.org/

Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Help with Hurricane Dorian Relief: https://www.alanaid.org/

Connect with Jim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-liegghio-a90abab/

Connect with Beau on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beaugroover/

Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/

Georgia Manufacturing Summit on October 9th: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/annual-summit

SCNR to Broadcast Live at SC Logistics 2019 Fall Tech Talk: https://tinyurl.com/y2mttrg8

eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw

Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1

SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/

SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube

Check Out News From Our Sponsors:

The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog

APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org

TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/

Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/

Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/

ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g

Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/

Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/

This episode was hosted by Beau Groover of The Effective Syndicate, Greg White, and Scott Luton. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-163.

"The Successful Business Partnership Between Japan and the State of Georgia”

Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 162

Hosted by Vector Global Logistics

Learn more: www.vectorgl.com

Episode 162 of Supply Chain Now Radio features Scott McMurray, Mary Waters, and Doug MacMaster. Scott McMurray serves as Deputy Commissioner, Global Commerce for the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD). In this role, he leads Georgia’s team focused on job creation and investment through locating new and expanding businesses, as well as growing small businesses. The Global Commerce team includes statewide and existing industry project teams, small business, and Georgia’s international representatives in 12 strategic global markets around the world. Scott currently resides in Atlanta. Learn more about the Georgia Department of Economic Development here: https://www.georgia.org/

Mary Waters serves as Deputy Commissioner, International Trade for the Georgia Department of Economic Development. In this role she oversees the state’s International Trade program which provides services that contribute to the expansion of Georgia’s exports and the continued internationalization of Georgia’s economy. Ms. Waters is active in trade policy, and serves as a Board Member for the Southeast Region with the State International Development Organizations (SIDO), based in Washington, D.C. Learn more about the Georgia Department of Economic Development here: https://www.georgia.org/

Doug MacMaster is the Senior Vice President of US Operations for Miura America Company. After a 15 year tenure in the energy industry Doug MacMaster joined Miura in 2014. Before leaving the energy industry, Doug was deeply involved in alternative energy applications within the automotive industry. MacMaster is now focused on Miura’s growth in the US. As part of the largest industrial steam boiler manufacturer in the world, MacMaster’s group is aggressively adapting the technical expertise developed by Miura in Japan in order to expand the company’s capabilities in providing complete boiler room solutions for all industrial users throughout the country. Learn more about Miura here: https://www.miuraboiler.com/about and connect with Doug MacMaster on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-macmaster-921157b/

Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Help with Hurricane Dorian Relief: https://www.alanaid.org/

Learn more about SEUS Japan 2019: https://seusjapan2019.com/

Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/

Georgia Manufacturing Summit on October 9th: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/annual-summit

SCNR to Broadcast Live at SC Logistics 2019 Fall Tech Talk: https://tinyurl.com/y2mttrg8

eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw

Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1

SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/

SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube

Check Out News From Our Sponsors:

The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog

APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org

TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/

Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/

Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/

ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g

Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/

Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/

This episode was hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For more information, visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-162

“Supply Chain Real Estate Series: Successfully Renewing a Lease”

SCNR 161

The Supply Chain Real Estate Series

Exclusively On Supply Chain Now Radio

Episode 161 of Supply Chain Now Radio features Ward Richmond. Ward is an Executive Vice President and shareholder at Colliers International (NASDAQ: CIGI). His team within Colliers specializes in working with C-level executives and operational specialists to develop and execute corporate real estate strategies on a local and global basis in an effort to maximize operational efficiencies and value. Ward’s primary focus is representing dominant logistics companies in the acquisition and disposition of “supply chain real estate”: distribution centers, truck terminals, last mile hubs, manufacturing facilities and industrial land. With over 12 years of experience, Ward has developed an unparalleled understanding of Supply Chain Real Estate strategy via negotiating 500+ transactions, globally, in 50+ cities while generating millions in value for his customers. Ward enjoys reading, writing and speaking about eCommerce and the logistics industry. He’s been featured on podcasts like the GaryVee Audio Experience and interviewed by multiple publications including The Wall Street Journal. Ward has also been a featured speaker at multiple real estate and logistics conferences around the globe. Ward currently serves on the steering committee for the Colliers International Logistics & Transportation Solutions Group and is an active member of IWLA, IAMC, and the semi-legendary, Texas Warehouse Association. Be sure to check out Ward’s blog at: https://supplychainrealestate.com/ and learn more about Colliers International here: https://www2.colliers.com/en

This episode was hosted by Scott Luton. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-161.

"Supply Chain Leadership & Professional Development: A Conversation with Guillermo Juvera with Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC"

Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 160

Hosted by Vector Global Logistics

Learn more: www.vectorgl.com

Episode 160 of SCNR features Guillermo Juvera. Guillermo is Vice President of Supply Chain Management at Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC. He is responsible for end to end supply chain, implementing strategies that assure cost efficiencies and fulfill customer expectations. He works closely with distributors, the residential and commercial business units, factories and vendors to ensure proper inventory levels and supply chain practices are maintained. Guillermo joined the Cooling & Heating Division in August 2015. Previously, he was employed in several management roles at Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, including Production Control Manager at the PIMS Factory in Mexico. He was also Business Planning Manager at Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America (MDEA) in Irvine, California. Prior to joining the company, he served as Executive Director of Supply Chain, Global Operations at Dell Inc., Austin, Texas, where he lead the deployment of “build to stock” planning strategy. He studied industrial and systems engineering at Tecnológico de Monterrey, Querétaro, Mexico, and earned a master’s degree in business administration from the University of California in Irvine, California. Learn more about Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC: https://www.metahvac.com/

Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Help with Hurricane Dorian Relief: https://www.alanaid.org/

Connect with Guillermo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gjuvera/

Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsmoss/

Connect with Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminjharris1/

Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/

2019 AIAG/SCAC Supply Chain & Quality Conference: https://myscma.com/scac-events/2019-supply-chain-quality/

Georgia Manufacturing Summit on October 9th: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/annual-summit

eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw

Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1

SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/

SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube

Check Out News From Our Sponsors:

The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog

APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org

TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/

Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/

Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/

ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g

Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/

Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/

This episode was hosted by Jason Moss, Ben Harris, Greg White, and Scott Luton. For more information on this episode, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-160.

"Fueling the Sustainable Supply Chain: A Conversation with Mike Wasson of Tosca"

Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 159

Hosted by Vector Global Logistics

Learn more: www.vectorgl.com

Episode 159 of Supply Chain Now Radio features Mike Wasson.

Michael Wasson, CSCP, is chief operations officer at Tosca, an industry leader and innovator, providing a comprehensive portfolio of reusable packaging and supply chain solutions across a diverse range of perishable food markets. In this role, he provides leadership and direction for a state-of-the-art supply chain network, providing unmatched service and lower costs to growers, suppliers and retailers. Wasson has more than 25 years of experience with other industry leaders, including Coca-Cola, DHL Express-USA, YRC Worldwide and Hammacher Schlemmer. He also serves as Chairman of the Board of directors for the Reusable Packaging Association, and also the Secretary / Treasurer for ASCM and serves on their board of directors. Learn more about Tosca here: https://www.toscaltd.com/

Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Help with Hurricane Dorian Relief: https://www.alanaid.org/

Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-wasson-69540a9/

Learn more about ASCM: https://www.ascm.org/

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisrbarnes/

Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/

2019 AIAG/SCAC Supply Chain & Quality Conference: https://myscma.com/scac-events/2019-supply-chain-quality/

Georgia Manufacturing Summit on October 9th: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/annual-summit

eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw

Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1

SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/

SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube

Check Out News From Our Sponsors:

The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog

APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org

TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/

Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/

Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/

ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g

Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/

Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/

This episode was hosted by Chris Barnes, Greg White, and Scott Luton. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-159