Logistics With Purpose®

Who powers the world’s most powerful logistics network? That would be Dan March, CEO of WCAworld, the world’s largest network of independent freight forwarders. But he doesn’t do it alone, and it’s the communal spirit shared by WCAworld’s 10,841 member offices that helped the company form the WCA Foundation and ultimately send life-saving relief around the world, including to those affected by the Russia-Ukraine war. Tune in as Enrique and Maureen chat with Dan about his childhood pilot ambitions, what helped WCAworld grow, COVID pivots, network membership benefits, helping out in Ukraine and more.

After launching two businesses and snagging his MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Davis Smith was ready for something different. So why not change the world? Drawing from his childhood family adventures across Latin America, he launched Cotopaxi to eradicate poverty through unique, sustainably sourced outdoor gear. Don’t miss this chance to hear the whole story as Enrique sits down with this fascinating world traveler and change maker.

Dr. Kevin Strathy doesn’t just spend his days performing life-changing reconstructive surgery. As the Founder of Liberia Medical Relief, he’s also making sure emerging Liberian clinicians have the training they need to succeed while coordinating medical supply shipment and distribution in the country. Don’t miss the chance to learn more about his organization’s incredible work as he joins Kristi and Monica to discuss his career, pressing medical needs and lessons learned.

If you’re a supply chain professional interested in supporting Ukrainians as the Russia-Ukraine war continues, you don’t want to miss this Logistics with Purpose crossover episode with Procure 4 Peace founders Antti Suorsa, Sammeli Sammalkorpi and Volodymyr Vorobey. Join hosts Enrique and Maureen as they chat with these dynamic change-makers about the journey that led them to procurement and how they answered the call for support at the start of the violence in Ukraine. Tune in now to learn more about Ukraine’s most pressing needs and how you can make a difference.

If you’re a supply chain professional interested in supporting Ukrainians as the Russia-Ukraine war continues, you don’t want to miss this episode with Procure 4 Peace founders Antti Suorsa, Sammeli Sammalkorpi and Volodymyr Vorobey. Join Enrique and Maureen as they chat with these dynamic change-makers about the journey that led them to procurement and how they answered the call for support at the start of the violence in Ukraine. Tune in now to learn more about Ukraine’s most pressing needs and how you can make a difference.

The 2022 Supply Chain and Procurement Awards, sponsored by Coupa and presented by Supply Chain Now, Art of Procurement, and Buyers Meeting Point, were held on May 18, 2022, and celebrated the best in all things in global supply chain and procurement. If you missed the live awards, check out today’s special podcast replay. Listen as hosts Scott Luton, Kelly Barner, and Phil Ideson welcome special co-hosts, and guests Gina Tesla with Coupa and Tim Nelson with Hope for Justice as they announced the winners of the 9 awards that highlight the best organizations, innovations, and people the industry has to offer.

Plenty of global companies have made big headlines with their bold carbon reduction commitments—but how much have logistics played into those goals? Luckily, transport is making its way into the carbon conversation as companies like GoodShipping help organizations replace fossil fuels with biofuel to create carbon insets, effectively reducing carbon emissions within the industry. In this Logistics with Purpose crossover episode, learn more about the most optimal way currently available to reduce emissions from a supply chain perspective as co-hosts Enrique and Monica chat with GoodShipping Commercial Lead Katarin Van Orshaegen about current challenges, the future of biofuel and more.

Despite its popularity as a profession now, no one grows up intending to work in procurement (no one!) And yet, many people that follow windy roads into the field fall in love once they are there. With supply chains in the spotlight over the last couple of years, procurement professionals have had the opportunity to drive a new range of value through initiatives like supplier diversity and sustainability. Enrique and Maureen chat with Kelly Barner, Owner of Buyers Meeting Point and the host of Dial P for Procurement on Supply Chain Now.

Plenty of global companies have made big headlines with their bold carbon reduction commitments—but how much have logistics played into those goals? Luckily, transport is making its way into the carbon conversation as companies like GoodShipping help organizations replace fossil fuels with biofuel to create carbon insets, effectively reducing carbon emissions within the industry. Learn more about the most optimal way currently available to reduce emissions from a supply chain perspective as co-hosts Enrique and Monica chat with GoodShipping Commercial Lead Katarin Van Orshaegen about current challenges, the future of biofuel and more.