In this episode, Scott W. Luton dives into the story behind the story of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and how it got started. He also sheds a little little on Macy’s genesis – – as well as the challenging set of circumstances that the company finds itself in now.
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This Week in Business History – Episode-25
In this special episode of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton dives into the back story of Tony Hsieh, the late founder & transformational CEO of Zappos. Gone way too soon at age 46, Hsieh leaves behind an enormous legacy, in a number of respects.
This Week in Business History – Episode-26
In this episode of This Week in Business History, Scott W. Luton explores the tremendous impact and legacy that Grace Hopper had on the computer science & technology world. Beyond becoming one of the world’s first computer programmers, “Amazing Grace” built the world’s first compiler and was one of the earliest pioneers in the tech democratization movement.
This Week in Business History – Episode-27
This episode of “This Week in Business History” discusses one of the really seminal moments from the last century – The Wright Brothers and the Dawn of Modern Aviation. Filling in for Scott W. Luton, special guest host Gary Smith will describe how the brothers first became interested in flight, studied and developed their theories of flight, and turned those theories into the first practical powered aircraft.
This Week in Business History – Episode-29
In this episode of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton explores the origin story of one Stanley Martin Lieber, better known to the world as Stan Lee. From modest beginnings in New York City to successfully revolutionizing the comic book industry on a number of fronts, “Smilin’ Stan” offers quite a story, driven by following his passion in life. And doing things his way.
This Week in Business History – Episode-30
In this episode of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton offers a double feature, as he shares the story behind Katharine Ryan Gibbs, who founded one of the most successful educational institutions in the U.S. during the early 20th Century.
This Week in Business History – Episode-31
In this episode of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton shares ten things about Jeff Bezos that he bets many don’t know. Where is Jeff Bezos from and what was he like growing up? What was the humbling lesson learned at age 10? What advice did the Princeton alum get from Harvard grad students? Tune in to learn the answers to each of these & more.
This Week in Business History – Episode-34
In this special episode of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton kicks off a new mini-series, where he interviews business leaders on key developments in 2020 that we’ll be talking about 100 years from now. In this episode, Scott speaks with Dyci Sfregola, Managing Director with New Generation Architects.
Supply Chain Now – Episode-498
Excelling as a female executive in a male-dominated area like supply chain is no small feat, but Cyndi Lago, Vice President and leader of Supply Chain for Capgemini, proves that it is absolutely possible with the right mindset and work ethic. In fact, she is quick to point out that the greatest obstacle most professionals face is their own limited perception of what they can achieve.
Digital Transformers – Episode-578
Amazon, Tesla, PayPal, and Mastercard are all using bitcoin. Should cryptocurrency be a part of your digital transformation? Join us Kevin L. Jackson on this episode of Digital Transformers where we will explore the importance of digital currency and blockchain technology to global supply chains and B2B commerce.
This Week in Business History – Episode-552
In this edition of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton tracks Dr. Martin Luther King Jr through 7 key cities that shaped his journey & legacy. Dr. King impacted industry, our country & the world like few have. His story will give you hope & strength, even in these challenging times.
Supply Chain is Boring – Episode-561
In the January 29th edition of the Business Buzz, host Scott W. Luton tackles a variety of developments ranging across industries such as automotive, F&B, pharma, retail and more.