People That Deliver’s Esther Ndichu on Purpose, Logistics, & African Innovation – SAPICS 2025

In this episode of Veteran Voices, host Mary Kate Soliva sits down with Jim Hutchins, a Marine Corps veteran with over 30 years of service. They discuss Jim’s lifelong passion for joining the Marine Corps, his diverse military roles, and his transition to civilian life. Jim offers valuable insights on the significance of service, the hurdles of transitioning, and the importance of mentorship. He also talks about his current role as a football coach and his ongoing dedication to making a positive impact.     This episode is hosted by Mary Kate Soliva, and produced by Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Watch this episode NOW on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZQGH6PPYV8Y Check out the episode transcript here: https://bit.ly/3yVzDG5 Connect with Jim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-hutchins28/ Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about Learn more about the Guam Human Rights Initiative: https://www.guamhri.org/   Want more Supply Chain Now and Veteran Voices? We know you can’t get enough Supply Chain Now! Don’t miss a single episode, livestream, or webinar: Watch and listen to more Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voices Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on…

Join us as we tackle the imperative role of innovation within the supply chain sector, particularly as organizations endeavor to navigate the complexities of the current global business landscape, today on The Buzz! This week, hosts Scott Luton and Enrique Alvarez explore critical topics, alongside special guest Jenny Froome, Director of Upavon, as they discuss: How the manufacturing industry in the United States is striving to rebound despite encountering significant obstacles The transformative potential of artificial intelligence in optimizing freight brokerage operations Insights into the upcoming SAPICS annual conference and Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards And much more! Listen in on this episode, as we underscore the importance of collaboration and knowledge exchange in fostering a resilient supply chain ecosystem.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Enrique Alvarez, and produced by Amanda Luton, Trisha Cordes, and Joshua Miranda.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Watch NOW on YouTube With That Said Manufacturing is on the rebound, but tariffs threaten growth 5 ways truck brokers are using AI to boost efficiency SAPICS Conference Survey Vector Global Logistics B Corp Certification Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn Connect with…