9 episodes
Logistics in Motion Arnon Melo & Peter Hawkins
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Welcome to LOGISTICS IN MOTION a podcast that brings news and information on logistics and supply chain in Canada and around the world. We share with you some of the stories behind the news, and discuss the day to day issues that directly affect you and the world we live in. This podcast is hosted by Arnon Melo, President of MELLOHAWK Logistics and long time community organizer, entrepreneur and mentor and Peter Hawkins, co-owner of MELLOHAWK Logistics, and award-winning mentor for entrepreneurs, newcomers and new grads.
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9. New Year. Old Problems!
In this new episode Arnon Melo and Peter Hawkins (co-founders of MELLOHAWK Logistics) talk about how the corona virus attacks supply chain. Global supply chain is no longer Just in Time . Now it is just get it to me! Music by Beth TaitProduction by Jornal de Toronto News & ArtsArt by Eduardo Pares
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8. MELLOHAWK Logistics president receives Brazilian Order of Rio Branco
On December 8, Arnon Melo, MELLOHAWK Logistics president and two-term CONCID Brazilian Citizenship Council of Ontario member was presented the Order of Rio Branco medal at a formal ceremony at Itamaraty Palace in Brasilia.The Order of Rio Branco is awarded to Brazilian citizens and foreigners for distinguished service to Brazil in the field of international diplomacy, through commendable actions of charity, and consultation.Arnon is recognized as an Officer of the Order for service to the Bra...
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7. Christmas is coming
In this episode Christmas is coming and it’s going to get ugly. Arnon Melo and Peter Hawkins (co-founders of MELLOHAWK Logistics) talk about the high prices for container rates across the globe and how this could effect product delivery for the Christmas rush. Music by Beth TaitProduction by Jornal de Toronto News & ArtsArt by Eduardo Pares
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6. Trucking freight and an unexpected fire!
In this episode Arnon Melo and Peter Hawkins (co-founders of MELLOHAWK Logistics) talk about trucking freight in north america and how insurance is important when you have a big accident. Music by Beth TaitProduction by Jornal de Toronto News & ArtsArt by Eduardo Pares
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5. Entrepreneurial horror stories: costly importing and exporting mistakes
In this episode Arnon Melo and Peter Hawkins (co-founders of MELLOHAWK Logistics) share stories of importers and exporters who didn’t do their research and had to pay a severe price. Products include: packaged food, coffee, lingerie and PPE. Then they offer tips on how to successfully penetrate a new market and the value of spending money on market entry specialists and, of course, using EDC (Export Development Canada). Music by Beth TaitProduction by Jornal de Toronto News & ArtsAr...
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4. Customs clearance and importing a "personal satisfaction device"!
In this episode Arnon Melo and Peter Hawkins (co-founders of MELLOHAWK Logistics) talk about Customs Clearance and product classification and how a "personal satisfaction device" got a lower duty rate into Brazil, true story.Music by Beth TaitProduction by Jornal de Toronto News & ArtsArt by Eduardo Pares