In this inspiring episode of ˆ®, presented by Vector Global Logistics in partnership with Supply Chain Now, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with world-renowned artist and technologist Drue Kataoka. As CEO of Drue Kataoka Art Studios in Silicon Valley, Drue blends art, science, meditation, and emerging technologies to create visionary works that span more than 30 countries—including several pieces sent to space.

Drue shares how her Zen and Samurai heritage shapes her approach to creativity, the power of meditation, and why building a strong “vision muscle” is essential in today’s fast-moving visual AI landscape. She also reveals how art and logistics overlap in their shared mission to orchestrate complexity, purpose, and innovation.

Throughout the conversation, Drue reflects on:

• Her multidisciplinary education at Stanford, Harvard, and Yale
• Her work with Space for Humanity and creating art for space missions
• The story behind her iconic piece, “Vitruvian Woman”, and its message of modern inclusivity
• How artists can embrace AI rather than fear it
• The balance between consuming and creating—and how it drives productivity
• Her global speaking work with the World Economic Forum

If you’re passionate about creativity, innovation, technology, or purpose-driven impact—this episode is packed with insights that will expand your thinking and spark new ideas.

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Drue: https://www.linkedin.com/in/druekataoka/
• Learn more about Drue: https://www.drue.net/
• Check out Drue's artwork: https://www.drue.net/artworks
• Follow Drue on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrueKataokaStudios
• 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, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated episode page at: https://supplychainnow.com/future-art-meets-logistics-purpose-vision-innovation-lwp144