In this episode, Mike Honious, President and CEO at GEODIS Americas [https://geodis.com/us-en], joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * The state of the international supply chain
 * Opportunities to grow during a supply chain recession
 * How technology has changed the way supply chain teams work
 * Approaching supply chain problems from an engineering mindset
 * Leadership, culture, and communication in a global organization
 * Creating a workplace culture that fosters collaboration and flexibility

As President and CEO of GEODIS’ Americas region, Mike oversees the management and growth of its multiple business units across North and South America, including contract logistics, transportation management, freight forwarding, engineering and technology, IT, ProVenture, and Material Handling Resources. Mike has served several roles over his nearly 20-year tenure at GEODIS and was most recently named President and CEO of the Americas in 2020. Today, Mike leads the region’s more than 17,000 teammates across eight countries to continue offering a better way to deliver for its customers.

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Building a Flexible Supply Chain and Company Culture with Mike Honious

In this episode, Vincent Iacopella, EVP Growth & Strategy at Alba Wheels Up International, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * The evolution of apparel supply chains
 * Mapping and predicting risks across your supply chain
 * Navigating forced labor regulations, supply chain disruptions, and ESG
 * How Forwarders can use new tech to create opportunities for customers

For over 30 years Vince managed global customer relationships in Transpacific markets with cross border imports and exports considered trade sensitive for USG agencies, such as CBP, FDA, and others. Vince works externally and within Alba on strategy and initiatives that drive value to mid-market and global customers through this approach. Vince focuses collaboration with US Government agencies, such as COAC, which allows the trade to align CBP policy commercially to the private sector, and the private sector to align their practices with long term strategic policy of government regulatory agencies.

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The Role of Freight Forwarders in a Tech-Enabled World with Vincent Iacopella

In this episode, Michael Rentz, CRO at Gnosis Freight, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * Tech that makes customer’s jobs and lives easier
 * Growing container volumes and data complexities
 * Supply chain visibility purchasing trends
 * The importance of relationships in the supply chain industry
 * FinOps challenges in international trade
 * Gnosis company culture, sales, and product development

Michael has spent his career helping people live a better life, by moving their goods to all parts of the world. In his role as Chief Revenue Officer at Gnosis Freight, he oversees sales and growth.

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Giving Customers Their Lives Back with Michael Rentz

In this episode, Christopher Wall, Co-Founder and CEO of Zeus Logics, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * Why accurate, real-time data is essential for the customs process
 * The importance of understanding current legislation during the customs process
 * Developing customs clearance technology to help importers take control of their customs clearance
 * The future of customs data and compliance
 * Chris’ background in investment management and his transition to the supply chain industry

Christopher is an entrepreneur and investor in enterprise software systems serving the global trade management, logistics, and FINTECH industries. He specializes in global trade compliance systems and is the Cofounder of Zues Logics, a software company focusing on creating more efficient customs processes.

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Customs Brokerage is an Information Business with Christopher Wall

In this episode, Cindy Allen, CEO and Managing Director of Trade Force Multiplier, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * Cindy’s journey in the trade industry, from from CJ Tower and DHL, to FedEx Trade Networks and now as founder of Trade Force Multiplier
 * Navigating government interactions for a small business
 * Prioritizing collaboration between CBP, the trade, and other government agencies
 * The importance of mentorship and career support in the supply chain industry

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Modernizing Customs and Trade Systems with Cindy Allen

In the second and final part of this series, Ami Daniel, Co-Founder and CEO of Windward, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * Global trade, job security, and the impact of technology
 * AI-generated content and its impact on businesses
 * The cost of capital and company growth
 * The future of supply chains with emerging technologies

Ami is the co-Founder and CEO of Windward, a maritime data and analytics company bringing visibility to the maritime domain.

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Part 2: Global Trade and Gen AI with Ami Daniel

In this episode, Ami Daniel, Co-Founder and CEO of Windward, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss:

 * His journey from Naval Officer to Founder
 * Entrepreneurship, purpose, and resilience in turbulent times
 * Building company culture and learning from failures
 * Taking Windward public and lessons learned

Ami is the co-Founder and CEO of Windward, a maritime data and analytics company bringing visibility to the maritime domain.

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Part 1: Building Supply Chain Tech with Ami Daniel

In this episode, Peter Tirschwell, VP of S&P Global, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://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 [http://joc.com/] covering a range of international logistics topics.

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Building Trust Through Supply Chain Journalism with Peter Tirschwell

In this episode, Tim Weiss, Co-Founder and CEO of Optera, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://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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Decarbonizing Logistics with Tim Weiss

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 [http://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 [http://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 [http://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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Tips for LSPs Navigating Changing Shipper Needs in 2024 with Rose Smith

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. 