Leaders in Tech and Ecommerce

*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu*In this episode, I had a great conversation with two amazing leaders, Jörg Junghanns and Matthias Hodel from Capgemini and Kuehne + Nagel, respectively, discussing the partnership between the two organizations focusing on supply chain orchestration. We talked about the partnership's inception, emphasizing its global scale and the integration of logistics and supply chain operations.Discover more details here.Questions I asked:Can you share with us how the partnership between Capgemini and Kuehne+Nagel started?How does the partnership come together to add value to the clients?How do you practically manage all the data that you have from both Capgemini and Kuehne + Nagel?How do you see AI or Generative AI work within this partnership and add value to the end client?What's your take on the topic of sustainability, and how do you approach it? How can you help supply chain executives with risk management or disruption management?How do you see the partnership going forward?What are some of the main things that the listeners should remember and take with them after listening in terms of the partnership between Capgemini and Kuehne + Nagel?Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu*In this episode, I interviewed Kent Ledgerwood, the Senior Vice President of Value Engineering at One Network. We discussed his extensive experience in the supply chain industry and his insights on the evolving role of technology in addressing the challenges facing businesses today. We also discussed the trends and disruptions shaping the supply chain landscape, from the impact of COVID-19 to the growing importance of sustainability and data management. Kent explains how AI and machine learning are transforming the way companies approach supply chain optimization, enabling them to predict better and mitigate disruptions, improve efficiency, and drive innovation.Throughout the conversation, Kent emphasizes the need for a holistic, collaborative approach to supply chain management, where data and technology are leveraged to create value for all stakeholders. He shares practical examples of how his team has helped clients streamline their operations, reduce costs, and enhance their sustainability efforts.Discover more details here.Questions I asked:Can you share some of the big milestones and what attracted you to say yes to One Network?What are the trends you're seeing in supply chain?What are the expectations of your clients, and how do you manage them in a healthy way?How much are CFOs and other C-suite executives getting involved in supply chain management?How much focus are you seeing from clients on the topic of sustainability in supply chains?How can companies improve their control and management of supplier data and create a single source of truth?Can you share some practical examples or applications of general AI and data quality improvements that you've seen with your clients?What are some things that excite you about the future of supply chain, both from a technology and people/change management perspective?Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu*I had a great conversation with Tobias Sjölin, CTO of Fulfilment & Logistics at Boozt. In this episode, we discussed Tobias's career journey- helping to build Boozt's in-house technology capabilities from seven developers to over 200 today. He shares insights into Boozt's entrepreneurial culture and how it empowers teams through autonomy, flexibility, and exciting challenges. He explains how Boozt encourages daily innovation and uses AI to automate tasks and elevate developers' work. He also outlines Boozt's future growth strategies and how fulfilling the consumer experience is central to their supply chain improvements. Discover more details here.Questions I asked:What are the big milestones from your career so far?What are the key characteristics that define an ideal candidate?How is AI implemented in Boozt, and what is its impact?What are the expectations, trends, and sustainability on the fulfillment side?Where do you see Boozt going in the next five years?If you could offer advice to executives in the supply chain industry, regardless of the sector, with a focus on the consumer perspective, what would it be?Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu*I had a great conversation with Donald Hicks, CEO and Founder of Optilogic. He had such a wonderful career journey as a leader in his field. He shared in our conversation how a talk from a college student back when he was young inspired him to pursue a career as an Operations Research Systems Engineer. We also dived into his time with Llamasoft, buying a bar and finally starting Optilogic.  Discover more details here.Questions I asked:Can you share with us some of the milestones you had in your career so far?What is the significance of LLama in LLamasoft? And why did you choose the name Cosmic Frog?Can you give us an example where one of your clients applied the design thinking strategy and had a great outcome after? If you could change one thing in the way supply chain professionals act or think, what would that one thing be? And why?Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu*In this episode, I interviewed Jennifer Bisceglie, Founder and CEO of Interos. We started the discussion with some of the highlights of Jennifer’s career—starting a company 19 years ago. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of transparency in the supply chain, mentioning how technology helps.  Discover more details here.Questions I asked:What makes Interos different from other players in the space?How does Interos help supply chains in terms of cost saving?How does Interos’ system help in addressing disruptions like climate change and geopolitical instability?How do you address the challenges of demand forecasting and allocating inventory?How do you manage the resistance from the organization during the implementation of your solution?What advice would you give supply chain leaders in terms of risk management?Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

In this episode, I interviewed Pali Tripathi, the CEO of Taabi Mobility,  an Indian conglomerate. She has 16 years of experience across diverse leadership roles across Unilever, EY, Booz, and CEAT Tyres.We discussed how logistics, infrastructure, and technology contribute to the business momentum in India, what value Taabi Mobility brings to its customers, and how the journey of a female CEO in India is - both fun moments and challenges.  Discover more details here.Questions I asked:What determined, and what was your journey from HR to business leadership?What is driving the overall business momentum in India?How has technology changed the game in the logistics space? Can you share some RPG success stories in the manufacturing industry: made in India for the world, made in India for India?What are the problems Taabi Mobility is solving, and what’s on the horizon?As a female CEO in India, you must have broken many barriers - what have been some fun moments and challenges along the way, and how have you navigated them?What career advice would you give to your younger self? Would you have done anything differently?Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

David Warrick is a thought leader and industry expert in the field of Global Supply Chain and is currently the Executive Vice President, Enterprise at Overhaul. In his current role, he is responsible for the strategy and growth of the Enterprise business, as well as being a key member of the Executive Team.  Overhaul, is a software-based, supply-chain visibility, integrity, safety and security solution for the world's leading brands.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:David’s supply chain journey- joining Microsoft, the rollout of the first Xbox gaming systems, and joining OverhaulCase studies on addressing supply chain challenges and building partnershipsWhat makes Overhaul different and partnership with MicrosoftA quick dive into the tech space in supply chain - how Amara’s Law is affecting the industryThe supply chain challenge is that you’re kind of judged on your last failure and not on your last successAdvice to startups and up-and-coming supply chain executivesFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Johanna Småros (PhD) is one of RELEX Solutions’ three co-founders. Before founding RELEX, Johanna conducted ground-breaking research on retail supply chains. Johanna received the Young Scientist Entrepreneur Award in 2014 and the Veuve Clicquot Business Woman Award in 2017. In 2021, Johanna was recognized as one of the Top 100 Women in Supply Chain by Supply Chain Digital. Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Growing from around 800 to 2000 employees in the span of 3 yearsWhat are the most important milestones for RELEX - how they closed 500 mil euro funding round 10 mil euro donated and 100 mil euro in stock for the RELEX Foundation  Five core values in RELEX - What does "Humble World Domination" mean to RELEX?Reducing food waste - how this makes a huge difference in the purpose of each RELEX employeeWhat’s next for RELEX - expansion and growth Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Ami Daniel is the CEO & co-founder of Windward. He developed his passion for the sea during his seven-year veteran in the Israeli Navy and founded Windward with the mission of bringing Predictive Intelligence and big data analytics to the maritime ecosystem. In the last two decades, Ami has harnessed innovation and a relentless focus on driving transformative change to build successful organizations in both the nonprofit and private sectors. He holds a BA in Law & Business from Tel Aviv University, and won numerous accolades over the course of his career, including the Ilan Ramon Award for Excellence and the Israeli President's Award for Social Good.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Ami’s story from a Naval Officer to becoming Winward’s CEOWhat does Winward do and how they assist company clientsData collection process at WinwardPrioritizing mental health and caring for personal and HR cultureEssential soft skills for Winward is looking for future employeesBook recommendations by AmiFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Martin Thaysen is the Chief Commercial Officer of Controlant. Prior to Controlant, he held a number of C-level positions as a CEO, CCO and Board Member within Supply Chain, Logistics, Shipping, Manufacturing, Professional Services in publicly listed and privately held companies. Martin is passionate about making a difference to businesses through Customer Experience, Digitalisation, Talent and Sustainability.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Cold Chain is the new trend - Controlant’s storyControlant’s story - founding and their focusedQuality and skills for a commercial talentTeam’s career perspective at ControlantMajor supply chain challenges pharma companies are facingMost sought skills in supply chain tech sectorsFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Matt Petot is Founder and CEO at CargoAI. He has a creative and out-of-the-box thinker, pragmatic and proactive, has strong leadership, and team management, has good communication abilities, result driven mindset, fast learner, is multicultural and a team player, and is well-organized.He also has experience in analytics, operations performance improvement, and global business strategy.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:How did Matt start his journey as an entrepreneur and ending up with air cargoWhat is the difference between Air Freight and Sea FreightThe upside of air cargo due to the pandemicCargoAI for the next 5 to 10 yearsSolutions related to carbon neutralizingKeeping up with the team's mental healthFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

As co-founder and CEO of Navia, Simon Borg is committed to making people’s lives easier through innovative freight solutions. He works with a world-class team, that continues to find ways to exceed our customers’ expectations and future-proof our offer through constant innovation. From one side of the world to the other, they take the complications out of it through their freight and logistic solutions.Simon is an avid futurist – always interested in how technology can add value to their customers and to Navia. He is actively involved in their technology team, specializing in big data, blockchain, IoT, automation, ML, and process improvement.Navia is a fully integrated freight and logistics company offering all aspects of freight forwarding logistics including sea freight, air freight, customs clearance, 3PL, and e-commerce.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Simon’s perspective on the “trends in supply chain”Journey in the freight forwarding businessHow the pandemic highlighted supply chain and how it helped Navia in terms of growthRegions Navia is currently covering and expansionLeadership style and company cultureThe situation of supply chain during a recessionFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Terry Chan is an eCommerce Supply Chain Leader with 25 years of experience in driving business growth.Awarded the "Most promising business leader of Asia 2019" by Economic Times in Singapore, featured by Forbes in 2018 in Vietnam, and invited by World Bank as a speaker in 2018 in Vietnam.An entrepreneur and executive: JUSTT GROUP (eCommerce Enabler), JUSTT BEAUTY (Healthcare), EC-POST (LogTech), Hong Kong eCommerce Supply Chain Association (HKeCSC) (the First & Only One in HK), held multinational organization leaderships (former GM Supply Chain Management at Alibaba/Lazada, general management/experience at FedEX, DHL eCommerce, S.F. Express, Swedish & Danish Post, KMB, Cathay Pacific).Adjunct lecturer at the University of Hong Kong. Advisor/mentor/trainer for Hong Kong Sciences & Technology Park Corporation (HKSTP), Hong Kong Trade & Development Council (HKTDC), City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Federation of Youths Group (HKFYG). Consultant for Estee Lauder, UBM, GLG, Atheneum, KPMG, EY, Mckinsey, Deloitte, Accenture, 300+ Startups. Chairperson/Keynote speaker/Moderator for 120+ international conferences. Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Terry’s career highlights and Justt Group offeringsStrengths and weaknesses of big eCommerce compared to the Western eCommerce businessesHow can Western eCommerce businesses learn from AsiaPain points and lessons learned from eCommerce businessesHow Justt group tackles the waste and environmental issuesFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Since 12 November 2019, Stephan has been CEO of Transporeon. His professional focus has always been to use his wealth of experience to help organisations grow – and that is also his goal at Transporeon. Stephan spent 13 years working for SAP, including his role as managing director of SAP Switzerland and as chief operating officer for the DACH region. After his time at SAP, Stephan successfully shaped the development of ERP provider Unit4 over a period of five years, three of which as CEO with responsibility for more than 4,000 employees. Stephan holds an MBA from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:How the last two years impacted Transporeon and the future of the companyAcquisition and cultural alignmentTransporeon’s sustainability initiativesWhat makes Transporeon uniqueOverview numbers of carriers and shippers in the company’s platformHow they made their acquisitions - culture was a big part of itTransporeon’s culture and successFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

About Nick Bartlett :Nick Bartlett is a Co-Founder & Director of Sales & Marketing for CBIP Logistics. Nick brings 12+ years of experience across logistics, e-commerce, marketing, supply chain, and traditional retail across multiple from Asia pacific to US and UK. Nick who founded CBIP in 2015 and saw a unique opportunity in the market for approaching logistics services differently. About Chris Crutchley:Chris Crutchley is the Finance and Operations Director for CBIP Logistics - a global B2B and e-commerce logistics company. Chris brings 10 years of corporate finance and operational expertise throughout Asia Pacific to this role. He strives to continuously innovate and challenge the way traditional logistics business is done and enjoys working with a vast range of clients to make their supply chains more efficient, to break into new markets, to allow clients to focus on growing their business. Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:How Nick and Chris started CBIP LogisticsWorking on sustainability offsetting and carbon footprint emissionChallenge for the next six months will look like for the freight business and logisticsFuture plans for CBIP Logistics and understanding what customers needThe most important long term decisionSoft skill required to be successful within the businessFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

James Chin Moody is co-founder and CEO of Sendle. Sendle builds shipping that is good for the world that helps small businesses thrive by making package delivery simple, reliable and affordable and is the only 100% Carbon Neutral Delivery Service in Australia and the United States.James is an experienced senior executive and board member. He was a member of the Executive team at Australia’s national research agency, CSIRO, for eight years with organisational-wide responsibility for business development, government relations, international development and strategic foresight. He was also the Chief Systems Engineer for FedSat, the first Australian satellite to be launched in 30 years.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Sendle’s origin storyHow Sendle became so big in Australia and USAReaching a 100% Carbon Neutral Delivery ServiceSkills required to be successful in SendleHow to keep your sanity at workFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Johnny Slattery is the Chief Executive Officer at SCNX. He is a seasoned technologist and has been building software for 20+ years. Verticals of focus include derivatives trading, management consulting and logistics. Johnny has rich experience building and running companies and maintains a passion for developing novel technical solutions that solve real problems.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Becoming the CEO of SCNXSCNX’s portfolio and servicesDeploying technology using IoT and machine learningCulture and skills needed within supply chain tech industryAdvices to young graduates and interns that will enter corporate worldFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

About Jamil Khan:Jamil Khan is the President of Sayurbox. Jamil is an International Logistics Leader, bringing almost 30 years of Operational & Supply Chain experience, having lived in 6 and worked in 11 countries across Europe & Asia. He is an experienced senior leader, with a great career as EVP of Logistics at Lazada, and VP of Operations of Redmart, Jamil has also worked in Tesco, METRO Group and Dairy Farm International, in a variety of roles and locations.He is the driver of a culture that is Customer centric and focussed on quality. Jamil believes in finding talent, building capability through coaching and training to create extraordinary teams at all levels. Jamil has built operational capacity and resilience and has scaled massively in a cost effective way.About Amanda Cole:Amanda Susanti Cole is the Co-Founder and CEO of Sayurbox.Amanda has spent most of her career in agriculture and distribution. Graduating from Manchester university, she headed the supply chain and operations of her family’s distribution company before finding her passion in agriculture. She started and built a farm as well as closely working with farmers to supply high end restaurant. Seeing the inefficiencies in the fresh produce supply chain, she co-founded Sayurbox as a means to distribute fresh produce directly from farmers to end consumers.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Sayurbox origin storyHow Sayurbox is building relationships with the farmersUpsides and challenges that Sayurbox faced in times of disruptionSayurbox future plans in the next 5 to 10 yearsManaging sustainability and some initiativesCulture and skills needed within the organizationFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Lalit Das is a Founder and CEO of SS Supply Chain Solutions Pvt Ltd (3SC).  He worked in the various segments of the Supply Chain Domain and Manufacturing & Services Sector in Supply Chain Functions.He founded 3SC in 2012, the firm holds strong expertise in Predictive, Prescriptive and Descriptive analytics combined with collaborative and consultative approach.  3SC orchestrates organizations to streamline the entire supply chain and create value for customers in order to gain competitive advantage.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Lalit’s career journey and how 3SC startedForecast accuracy and using machine learning and neural network algorithmsDifferent products by 3SC and product integration lead timeHow 3SC is helping their clients in terms of sustainabilityDemand planning and challenges in data forecastingFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Jonathan Savoir is the CEO and Co-founder of Quincus. Jonathan grew up in Belgium and Luxembourg and attended colleges in London and in the USA. In college, he studied engineering and economics. Upon completing his Master's Degree at 20, he pursued his Ph.D. and decided to drop out at 21 to make some global investments and build startups. In 2014 he founded Quincus with his co-founder.Quincus Execution and Intelligence platforms allow ground providers, port operators, and airlines to adapt and optimize their operations to efficiently execute their logistics inflows and outflows. Quincus’ platforms and open APIs are fundamentally underpinned by its state-of-the-art artificially intelligent supply chain optimization and geo-mapping to allow for real-time data, visibility, and operation in hypercomplex regions.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:[01:47] Creation story of Quincus; becoming an operating system for logistics [05:54] How Quincus is different and focuses on data accuracy [08:18] Quincus’ product implementation and training [10:25] Trends seen in the industry with the disruptions happening globally [13:12] Getting diverse teams to work together [18:10] What keeps Jonathan up at night and excites him in the morningFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd