Mike’s Take on the Gartner Top 25

In this crossover episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter interview Miren Oca, founder of B Corp certified Ocaquatics Swim School. Miren shares her journey from aspiring orthopedic surgeon to successful entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of leadership, purpose, and community impact. Ocaquatics, which teaches lifesaving swimming skills, is now 100% employee-owned through an Employee Ownership Trust, fostering a culture of ownership and long-term commitment. Miren also discusses her involvement with Florida for Good and the nonprofit Ripples of Impact, which extends their mission to underserved communities. Tune in for a conversation that underscores the value of purpose-driven business practices in creating sustainable, positive change.   This episode is hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.     Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Watch NOW on YouTube Connect with Miren Learn more about Ocaquatics Learn more about Logistics with Purpose Learn more about Vector Global Logistics Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose Learn more about our hosts   Want more Supply Chain Now? We know you can’t get enough Supply Chain Now! Don’t miss a single episode,…

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Tevon Taylor sit down with Will Quinn, supply chain consultant at CAMM Consulting and better known as The Distribution Guy® to unpack the evolving world of warehousing and distribution. With a rich background spanning military logistics, Coca-Cola operations, and enterprise tech systems, Will offers a grounded yet forward-looking view of how distribution excellence is built from the floor up. Together, they explore why the biggest risk in distribution is doing nothing, how to use AI to document standard operating procedures, and what the dirtiest ceiling fan in the building might say about a warehouse’s performance. Will also shares why digital transformation should support—not drive—your business strategy and why automation won’t replace people, but poorly managed change might. The discussion also touches on tariff-induced uncertainty, rising labor costs, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and the rising importance of nearshoring. Will and Tevon share leadership insights that emphasize culture, consistency, and communication—and leave us with a simple but powerful reminder: success starts with taking care of your people.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Tevon Taylor, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources…