In this episode of Supply Chain Now, and part of the Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa series, Scott Luton is joined by co-host Clare Fincham of SAPICS, with guests Nicole Petersen from the South African Graduate Employers Association, and Yaseen Ahmid, CEO of Luna, to explore the biggest takeaways from the SAPICS Annual Conference 2025 in Cape Town. Together, they discuss the rising demand for supply chain graduates, the growing emphasis on sustainability skills, and the widening gap between what universities teach and what employers need. Nicole shares how initiatives like Quantify Your Future are creating clear pathways for students, while Yaseen highlights the importance of tailoring resumes, building early employer relationships, and showcasing entrepreneurial soft skills. Clare emphasizes the role of community and collaboration in extending conference conversations into universities and businesses. This discussion offers a roadmap for addressing supply chain talent shortages and preparing Africa’s workforce to lead in global innovation.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Clare Fincham, 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:   Connect with Nicole Petersen Learn more about the…

On this episode of Logistics with Purpose, presented by Vector Global Logistics in partnership with Supply Chain Now, we sit down with Janine Firpo, co-founder of Invest For Better and author of Activate Your Money, for a conversation that connects finance, impact, and real-world change. With more than 35 years working across technology, philanthropy, and global development, including leadership roles with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Hewlett-Packard, Janine shares how a life-changing journey through Sub-Saharan Africa reshaped her career and inspired her mission: helping people, especially women, align their investments with their values. We explore the growing movement of values-aligned investing, why women are poised to control a massive share of global wealth by 2030, and how even small financial decisions can influence industries, communities, and supply chains worldwide. Janine also explains how Invest For Better has already helped thousands of women gain confidence and clarity around money, not through jargon, but through conversation and community. Whether you’re new to investing, curious about impact investing, or thinking about the broader purpose behind business and logistics, this episode offers practical insight and an empowering starting point.   This episode is hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter, and produced…