In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, host Enrique Alvarez sits down with Masami Sato, Founder & CEO of B1G1, a global giving movement and certified B Corp. Masami shares her inspiring journey from growing up as a shy child in Japan to becoming a world-traveling entrepreneur and changemaker. Along the way, she discovered the incredible power of small, consistent actions to create meaningful global impact. What began as a food venture in New Zealand with a mission to give back evolved into B1G1, an initiative helping thousands of businesses weave giving directly into their everyday operations. This powerful conversation explores: How businesses can create sustainable ecosystems by embedding purpose into their models The ripple effects of giving—not only on recipients but on the givers themselves Why starting small can spark extraordinary change A call to action for companies and individuals to embrace giving as part of their daily lives If you’re ready to be inspired by the joy of purpose-driven business and the global movement making it possible, this episode is for you.   This episode is hosted by Enrique Alvarez, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all…

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton welcomes special guest Abe Eshkenazi, CEO of the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), to discuss the reinvention of ASCM’s annual supply chain event, now rebranded as CHAINge North America 2025. Scheduled for September 9th and 10th in Columbus, Ohio, CHAINge North America 2025 aims to provide supply chain leaders with opportunities to gather critical market intelligence and learn strategies to tackle both existing and emerging challenges. Listen in as Scott and Abe discuss the importance of collaboration, technology, and talent development in navigating the current dynamic supply chain landscape, key insights from the 2025 ASCM Supply Chain Salary and Career Report, and highlight significant gains in supply chain compensation and the increasing recognition of supply chain professionals’ roles. Tune in for an episode that underscores the value of human interaction and relationship-building in addressing the complex challenges faced by supply chain professionals today.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, 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: Register now for CHAINge 2025 (Use code SCN200 for $200 off)…