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The Buzz: Supply Chain Talent Trends

Join us today as we discuss the necessity for organizations to adopt sustainable supply chain practices to enhance their competitive advantage in the marketplace, and also emerging supply chain talent trends. Welcome to The Buzz!

This week, Scott Luton and special guests EALgreen CEO Claudia Freed, and Managing Partner of SCM Talent Group, Rodney Apple get into:

  • The idea that understanding the entirety of natural resource management, including water footprint, is crucial for effective sustainability efforts.
  • The importance of soft skills, particularly in leadership roles, as essential for navigating the complexities of modern supply chains.
  • How innovation and sustainability will reshape supply chain talent in 2025
  • The growing significance of reverse logistics in supply chain management, asserting that its effective implementation can mitigate waste and enhance efficiency.
  • The idea that active participation in sustainability initiatives is vital for fostering a culture of environmental responsibility within organizations.
  • The urgent need for educational institutions to adapt their supply chain curricula to better integrate emerging technologies and sustainability practices.
  • Key lessons from recent environmental initiatives, including Earth Day 2025

Listen in as we illuminate actionable strategies for organizations to enhance their operational efficiency while simultaneously addressing their environmental responsibilities amidst the evolving supply chain talent landscape.

 

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.

 

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