In the first new Logistics with Purpose podcast episode of 2024, hosts Monica Aurora Roesch and Noria Sierra welcome Kaitlin Marian to the show, with In Kind Direct, a charity focused on preventing surplus products from going to waste by distributing them to charities in need across the UK. Kaitlin shares her journey from a corporate career to In Kind Direct, highlighting the charity’s mission to tackle hygiene poverty and its impact on individuals’ lives. Listen in and learn more about: The importance of partnerships with corporate donors and the environmental benefits of diverting products from landfills. The logistics of managing donations for over 5,000 charities and addressing challenges in meeting specific product needs. The practical role of logistics in driving purpose-driven initiatives.

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, co-hosts Enrique Alvarez and Nuria Sierra shine a spotlight on organizations dedicated to making a positive impact. Their guest, Christina Aleixendri, shares her journey with bound4blue, a company developing automated wind-assisted propulsion systems for ships. Christina’s story encompasses her transition from wanting to pursue medicine to becoming an engineer, driven by her passion for problem-solving. She delves into the challenges of starting a company and the technological innovations behind bound4blue’s solutions. Listen in and learn more about the importance of purpose-driven work, the impact of regulations on the maritime industry, and the future of sustainable shipping. Learn why Cristina emphasizes the significance of finding purpose in every job, and how you can apply it to your own journey.