The current market volatility is making disruptions commonplace, so how can you anticipate and navigate an ever changing landscape? In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott W. Luton and Allison Giddens delve deep into the turbulent waters of supply chain management with industry experts Nathan Crocker and Drew Herpich from Nolan Transportation Group (NTG). Nathan Crocker shares his decade of experience in drayage operations, offering invaluable perspectives on strategic decisions, cost understanding, and the significance of diversification in today’s shipment landscape. Drew Herpich, NTG’s Chief Commercial Officer, highlights the essentials of planning capacity and connections at ports, shedding light on how inflation and capital constraints impact shipping decisions. From discussing how to use historical data to predict shipping timelines to the challenges posed by fluctuating interest rates, this episode covers it all. Listen in and also gain insights into the importance of choosing the right partners to handle unpredictability in supply chain dynamics effectively. Prepare for actionable insights that could profoundly impact how you manage logistics and make strategic decisions.

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, host Enrique Alvarez welcomes Daniel Shemtob, CEO of Snibbs, to discuss his journey from restaurateur to entrepreneur. Shemtob shared his experiences of starting his first business at 19, learning the importance of passion in entrepreneurship, and the success of his food truck business, The Lime Truck. He also discussed his transition into the fashion industry with Snibbs, a footwear brand that uses 95% recycled materials and holds the Global Recycle Standard certification. Tune into today’s episode for lessons on entrepreneurship, leadership, giving back, and so much more.