Join us for an insightful journey into the heart of the beauty industry’s retail supply chain. In this episode of Supply Chain Now, sponsored by Microsoft, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson delve into the intricate world of beauty retail with special guest Caroline Troit, Senior Vice President, Salon Centric, for L’Oreal. Listen in and discover why the retail supply chain is the lifeblood of the beauty industry, powering the seamless delivery of products to millions of independent stylists and salon owners and explore how innovation, sustainability, and the relentless pursuit of efficiency are shaping the future of beauty retail supply chains. Get ready to uncover the strategies and insights driving retail success in the dynamic world of beauty, in this episode, as we hear directly from a leader at the forefront of the industry, Caroline Troit.

The future of supply chain is entering a pivotal moment, and in this episode of Supply Chain Now, we unpack the trends, risks, and realities that will define 2026 and beyond. From geopolitical uncertainty and economic turbulence to shifting trade policy, energy innovation, and workforce challenges, this conversation cuts through the headlines to focus on what supply chain leaders must be ready for now. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by EPG! Listen in as hosts Scott Luton and Jake Barr break down the most critical forces reshaping global supply chains — and what they mean for strategy, resilience, and execution in an increasingly volatile world. They’re joined by special guest Tanzil Uddin, Senior Vice President of Content and Partnerships at Manifest, who brings a unique perspective on industry leadership, community, and the broader role supply chains play in society. Together, they discuss: Why geopolitical risk and economic turbulence are no longer episodic — and how leaders must redesign supply chains for constant volatility The potential implications of upcoming Supreme Court decisions on tariffs and what normalization of trade disruption could mean for 2026 planning Five defining trends executives should be watching closely, including supply chain fragmentation, cost optimization pressures, AI…