Small Actions, Lasting Change: Kate Williams with 1% for the Planet

Join us for this week’s episode of The Buzz, as we dive deep into the implications of a recent $6 billion federal loan aimed at supporting Rivian’s expansion in Georgia, while also examining the broader impact of tariffs and political dynamics on the automotive industry. In this episode, host Scott Luton welcomes special guest host Koray Kose to the show to discuss: Rivian’s significant hurdles and the future of the EV market The rise of agentic AI, which has the potential to transform supply chain operations by autonomously making decisions and executing actions based on real-time data The critical need for organizations to prioritize cybersecurity in light of increasing ransomware attacks And much more! Join us as we unpack these pressing issues and explore actionable insights for navigating the complexities of today’s supply chain environment.     This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Koray Kose, and produced by Amanda Luton and Trisha Cordes.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/HhCOxrTOr1A Connect with Koray: https://www.linkedin.com/in/koraykoese/ Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about   Want more Supply Chain Now? We know you can’t get enough Supply Chain…

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, we continue our popular series, Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa as host Scott Luton explores how public-private partnerships are reshaping access to healthcare across Africa, particularly when it comes to affordable, quality medicines. Joined by Anderson Ti-Timi of VillageReach and Trip Allport of XS2Meds, we dive into the complex pharma value chain and the urgent need to build up local private distributors through improved procurement systems, working capital access, and internal infrastructure. Anderson shares insights from the front lines—including a potential new partnership in the Democratic Republic of the Congo—and emphasizes the importance of trust, visibility, and scalable systems. Trip highlights how lessons from 15 years of outsourcing distribution can now be applied across the full value chain to accelerate innovation, integration, and cost reduction. Together, they underscore how collaboration among governments, donors, manufacturers, and distributors is the key to achieving universal health coverage. Whether you’re in global health, supply chain, or looking to make a difference, this conversation is a call to build smarter, stronger, and more connected systems.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources…