Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution Podcast Kevin Brown & Tom Burton

The wholesale distribution landscape is changing fast, and in this week's episode, we've got the insight and information to help you make heads or tails of it. We're joined by Dr. Jonathan Bein, Managing Partner at Distribution Strategy Group and a seasoned entrepreneur who leverages his marketing, technical, and sales expertise to develop clear value propositions based on economic value.In this episode, we start by discussing the importance of making promises to customers and how it can sign...

AI is changing the landscape of B2B eCommerce faster than we can imagine...and sometimes, faster than businesses can keep up with. In this episode, Kevin and Tom discuss the challenges—and improvements—AI can pose to the economy, supply chain, manufacturing, distribution, e-commerce, marketing, cybersecurity, and more. We start by taking a deep dive into the recent announcement by OpenAI regarding their new multimodal model, GPT-4. What will be the potential impact of this new technology...

As AI advances on a seemingly daily basis, wholesale distributors have a new tool to establish thought leadership, create marketing innovations, and deepen partnerships with manufacturers. But how does this new tool work? And is it authentic? On this week's episode, Kevin and Tom take a closer look at the impact of B2B AI on content creation, and the importance of authentic thought leadership in marketing. (Hint: it's all about the need for data-driven marketing strategies and the chall...

Do you know what a buying signal is? Could you read one if you saw one? And if you can recognize them, what do they tell you? If you're a little lost, you're not alone. Buying signals refer to the various behaviors, content consumption, and social interactions that indicate a potential buyer's interest and engagement with a product or service. In this episode, we look at how finding them, and reading them correctly, is a key to understanding (and nurturing) the customer journey.And read...

Let's face it: when it comes to the tech adoption curve, wholesale distributors and manufacturers can be a little behind (Are you? Hint: if you don't know what "adoption curve" means, you are).On this episode, we dive into the critical role that digital resources play in driving both growth and customer engagement. From providing valuable digital content, to the challenges of balancing self-service experiences with the need for personalized interactions, we'll help you assess your own digital...

AI may be the most recent technology game-changer for wholesale distribution and manufacturing, but it's by no means the only one. In this week's episode, we're joined by guest Lin Chase, Ph.D., a 35-year veteran of enterprise technology and artificial intelligence and University Administrator. Together, we discuss the evolving landscape of technology in the manufacturing and distribution industry. We also dive into the reasons behind the surge in investment in Mexico's manufacturing infrastr...