In this episode of Supply Chain Connections, Brian Glick speaks with Dan Bailey, co-founder and CEO of Nexcade, about the evolving role of AI automation in logistics and how forward deployment is reshaping software development for freight forwarders. Drawing on his unique journey from investment banking to logistics tech, Dan shares what drew him into the industry and why he stayed.Key discussion points include:

 * Dan’s transition from finance to supply chain tech via Sedna and venture capital
 * The foundational ideas behind Nexcade and its focus on rate lifecycle automation
 * How forward deployment enables scalable AI implementation in logistics operations
 * Lessons learned about change management and customizing software in complex environments
 * The shift from deterministic to adaptive software approaches in supply chain tech
 * Insights into improving the software buying process within logistics organizations

About the Guest:
Dan Bailey is co-founder and CEO of Nexcade, a company building AI-powered automation tools for global freight forwarders. With a background that spans investment banking, venture capital, and supply chain tech, Dan brings a unique perspective to solving operational challenges in logistics. Before launching Nexcade, he served as COO at Sedna and was part of MMC Ventures, where he focused on early-stage supply chain software platforms. Dan’s work centers on simplifying complex workflows and helping logistics teams operate more efficiently through automation.

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AI Automation and Forward Deployment with Dan Bailey

In this episode of Supply Chain Connections, Brian Glick sits down with Juan Cora, founder and CEO of Aquatio Software, to explore the intersection of software innovation, supply chain operations, and the evolving role of AI. Drawing on his decades of experience in warehouse management systems and technology leadership, Juan shares insights into the balance between productized software and service-heavy implementations, the challenges of interoperability, and the importance of designing solutions for the “lowest common denominator” in the supply chain.
Key discussion points include:

 * Juan’s career journey from consulting to leading WMS development at Manhattan Associates to founding Aquatio
 * How AI tools are transforming the speed, ease, and creativity of software development
 * The analogy between Roman concrete and today’s AI capabilities as a “new building material”
 * Why extensibility and configuration matter in supply chain technology design
 * The critical role of interoperability in connecting shippers, carriers, brokers, and customers
 * Strategies for meeting diverse technology capabilities across supply chain partners

About the guest:
Juan Cora is the founder and CEO of Aquatio Software, where he focuses on democratizing technology and enhancing multi-enterprise collaboration. A recognized thought leader in supply chain logistics, he has worked with Fortune 500 companies to advance digital enablement in fulfillment, transportation, and visibility.

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Building Interoperable Supply Chain Solutions with Juan Cora

In this episode of Supply Chain Connections, Brian Glick speaks with Carly Monzo, founder of ExFreighters, about making freight forwarding more accessible and empowering logistics professionals with practical education and personal AI tools. Carly shares her journey from freight forwarding rookie to consultant and entrepreneur, offering a candid look at the challenges newcomers face and the critical importance of industry education.
Topics discussed include:

 * Why logistics feels more complicated than it is—and how jargon plays a role
 * How Carly’s workshops demystify freight operations and invoice auditing
 * Strategies for preserving vendor relationships while improving freight visibility
 * The emotional toll of burnout in logistics and Carly’s own experience with it
 * How AI “knowledge bases” can help individual operators preserve and grow their expertise
 * The importance of gratitude and recognition in a high-pressure, problem-solving culture

About the Guest:
Carly Monzo is a Supply Chain & AI Strategist with experience across the full spectrum of international logistics. She has worked for freight forwarders, consulting firms, and startups before founding her own fractional consulting and coaching practice, ExFreighters. There, she helps teams "speak forwarder," streamline invoice auditing, and strengthen vendor relationships. In addition to her consulting work, Carly focuses on equipping individual supply chain professionals with practical AI skills through her Substack, The Average User: Supply Chain Edition, helping them future-proof their careers and make their expertise irreplaceable.

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Practical Education and AI Empowerment in Freight with Carly Monzo

In this episode of Supply Chain Connections, Brian Glick sits down with Blythe Brumleve—seasoned logistics marketer and founder of CargoRex and Digital Dispatch—to explore her unique path from executive assistant to tech founder in the logistics space. Blythe shares how early mentorship, hands-on experience, and a passion for digital media helped her carve a niche at the intersection of freight and marketing.
Topics covered include:

 * How Blythe transitioned from content creator to product founder
 * The vision behind CargoRex and its mission to unify logistics information
 * Lessons from launching a tech platform in the freight industry
 * Why imperfect product launches matter—and how to iterate quickly
 * The future of search and digital experiences in logistics

Blythe Brumleve (Milligan) is a veteran logistics marketer with over 15 years of experience in digital strategy. She’s the founder of website management firm Digital Dispatch, host of the Everything is Logistics podcast, and creator of CargoRex—a search engine for logistics professionals. She also serves on the board of the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association and is cofounder of Jax Podcasters United.

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Bridging Content and Technology in Logistics with Blythe Brumleve

In this episode, Kara Smith Brown, Founder and CEO at LeadCoverage, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to break down how logistics companies can build go-to-market engines that are precise, scalable, and grounded in what actually moves the needle. They cover:

 * How to build a revenue engine that focuses only on customers you can actually help
 * The difference between having a controversial POV and having a useful one
 * What intent data actually is (and why supply chain companies are finally catching up)
 * Why logistics marketing has to stay grounded in the physical movement of goods
 * How strong partnerships can accelerate growth without burning out

Kara Brown is the Chief Executive Officer at LeadCoverage. In 2017, after senior roles at SEKO Logistics, OHL (now Geodis), and Rubicon Global, she co-founded LeadCoverage with Will Haraway to bring modern go-to-market strategy to the logistics industry.

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Building a Revenue Engine in Logistics with Kara Smith Brown

In this episode, Erez Agmoni Co-Founder and General Partner at Interwoven Ventures, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

 * Why innovation inside large logistics organizations requires more than just tech
 * The integration pitfalls startups face when selling into enterprise supply chains
 * How politics, change management, and culture impact transformation
 * What startups and VCs often get wrong—and how to fix it
 * The rise of digital twins and why small wins beat moonshots
 * Why tariff disruptions actually drive demand for supply chain technology
 * What makes supply chain a career worth sticking with for decades

Erez shares insights from both sides of the table—as a global logistics operator and now as an investor guiding the next generation of supply chain startups. He brings over 20 years of global experience across airlines, logistics, 3PL, and IT. He has held leadership roles including Chief Commercial Officer, Managing Director, and Head of Regional Airfreight and Supply Chain Development in both Asia and the Americas.

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Navigating innovation, integration, and investment in logistics with Erez Agamoni

In this episode, Audrey Ross, Import and Export Compliance Manager at Orchard Custom Beauty, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * The constant changes in trade compliance and impact of new regulations and tariffs
 * How to balance work, industry involvement, and personal growth
 * The traits of strong trade compliance professionals
 * Why long-term relationships with brokers and forwarders win in supply chain
 * Evolving technology in the supply chain landscape, including AI

Audrey is a trade compliance specialist with over 20 years of experience in global shipping, supply chain operations, customs compliance, free trade agreements and international tax.

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Evolving tariffs, trends, and tech in the supply chain with Audrey Ross

In this episode, Hardik Chawla, Senior Product Manager at Amazon, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * The role of product management in supply chain
 * Building effective vendor relationships through technology
 * The evolution from EDI to APIs
 * Real-time supply chain visibility
 * Making data-driven decisions with emerging tech
 * Creating user-centric solutions for suppliers
 * The future of supply chain innovation

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Product Management in Supply Chain with Hardik Chawla

In this episode, Lance Healy, Co-Founder and CEO of Freight Facts, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * Lance's journey into LTL technology
 * The evolution of APIs in freight
 * AI and automation in freight
 * FreightFacts freight scoring
 * The future of LTL and industry standards
 * Balancing work and life as a founder

Lance Healy is the Co-Founder and CEO of Freight Facts, the industry’s first data driven shipper scorecard relating to LTL shipping location attributes and behaviors. Prior to Freight Facts, Lance served as the VP of Innovations at Optym, that focused on developing applications for LTL Carrier line and P&D optimization. Prior to that, Lance was the Founder and President of Banyan Technology that pioneered API connections to LTL Carriers in the late 1990’s. He was awarded a US patent on LTL Carrier Dynamic Pricing in 2017.Lance serves several positions on numerous industry associations including the CSCMP, Center of Excellence chair of Technology and Awards committees, and serves as a chair of Digital LTL Council workshops defining the next evolution of efficiency through APIs.

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LTL Technology Deep-dive with Lance Healy

In this episode, Bart De Muynck, Strategic Advisor and Supply Chain Expert, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss:

 * Evolving technology across supply chains from the early days to now
 * Technology implementations and the importance of organizational change when getting started
 * Staying competitive with technology
 * The future of AI in supply chains
 * What supply chain pros should expect for 2025 any beyond

Bart De Muynck is an Industry Thought Leader with over 30 years of Supply Chain and Logistics experience. Bart has worked for major International companies such as EY, GE Capital, Penske Logistics, PepsiCo as well as several Tech companies. Bart spent 8 years as a VP of Research at Gartner and most recently served as the Chief Industry Officer at project44.

The Freight Technology Adoption Curve with Bart De Muynck

In Supply Chain, relationships come first. Learn about the unique Supply Chain Connections that make up the Chain.io partner and customer ecosystem. 

Each of us has a unique journey through this industry. In each episode we focus on the individual, learning about how they got into the industry, what made them stay, and how they're overcoming the industry's biggest challenges. 

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