Logistics With Purpose® I Building Better Supply Chains

You believe supply chains can be a force for good. So do we. But creating positive impact isn’t separate from the everyday work of supply chain and logistics. It happens in the decisions you make about cost, service, resilience, efficiency, technology, resources, people, and the planet. Sometimes doing better creates a win for everyone. Sometimes the choices are harder. Those are the conversations worth having. Logistics With Purpose® is the only podcast focused on supply chain’s positive impact. Here, you’ll meet people across business, nonprofits, humanitarian organizations, logistics, manufacturing, and beyond who are finding practical ways to build better supply chains. You’ll hear what they’ve tried, what they’ve learned, what’s working, and where the challenges remain. And every episode has a promise: to leave you with at least one practical idea you can take back to your own work. That might mean a new way to think about supply chain resilience or efficiency. A lesson about inventory management or AI in supply chain. A better approach to sustainability. An idea from humanitarian logistics that changes how you see a problem. Or simply a question that helps you make a more thoughtful decision tomorrow. Because building better supply chains isn’t about choosing between performance and purpose. It’s about understanding the full impact of the choices you make and looking for opportunities to make things better. For your organization. For your people. For your community. For people who depend on the supply chain. For the planet. Powered by Vector Global Logistics and co-hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter, Logistics With Purpose® is for people who want to learn from each other, challenge old assumptions, share what works, and keep moving our industry forward. You don’t have to wait for someone else to create positive change. Whatever your role, you have a part to play. Let’s build better supply chains together.

  1. 5일 전

    How B Corps Are Transforming Companies and Supply Chains Across Asia | Purpose-Driven Supply Chain

    Across Asia, a growing number of businesses are challenging the idea that success should be measured by profit alone. Brian Selby, CEO of B Lab Singapore, and Sally Wren, Founder of Diversability Lab and Director of the B Community at B Corps China, are helping organizations rethink the role business can play in society. Through the B Corp movement, they are working with companies that seek to create value not only for shareholders, but also for employees, communities, customers, and the environment. Brian and Sally share how the B Corp community is evolving across Singapore, China, and the broader region, why stakeholder-focused leadership is gaining momentum, and how purpose-driven businesses are building resilience in a rapidly changing world. Their insights challenge traditional assumptions about growth, performance, and long-term value creation. The conversation also explores the influence supply chains and logistics networks have on sustainability, inclusion, employee wellbeing, and environmental stewardship. From reducing waste to strengthening communities, business decisions made every day can create impacts that extend far beyond the bottom line. At its core, this is a conversation about leadership, responsibility, and the future of business. Explore this conversation through the lens of purpose-driven logistics, where business, people, partnership, and positive impact come together. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Logistics With Purpose®: https://logisticswithpurpose.co/ Subscribe to Logistics With Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/ Learn more about B Lab Singapore: https://www.blab.sg/ Learn more about B Corps China: https://bcorporation.cn/ Connect with Brian Selby on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-selby/ Connect with Sally Ren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-ren-she-her-hers-6a9256188/ This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Nuria Sierra.

  2. 8월 27일

    The Secret Behind GE Appliances' Customer-Centric Supply Chain with Marcia Brey

    Delivering an appliance every ten seconds requires far more than an efficient supply chain. It takes thousands of people making decisions every day, staying connected to customers, and adapting to constant change. Marcia Brey, Vice President of Logistics at GE Appliances, has spent more than three decades leading teams through the complexities of manufacturing, distribution, customer delivery, and supply chain operations. Her approach is grounded in a simple idea: the closer an organization stays to its customers, employees, and communities, the better it can serve them. Marcia shares how GE Appliances' "Zero Distance" philosophy shapes the way teams operate, empowering frontline employees to solve problems, improve customer outcomes, and build resilience in an increasingly complex environment. She also discusses the importance of communication, trust, and execution in creating a culture where operational excellence becomes part of everyday decision-making. The conversation extends beyond business performance to the role logistics can play in supporting communities. Through partnerships such as GE Appliances' work with the American Red Cross, Marcia highlights how supply chain capabilities can help deliver critical support when it is needed most. From leadership and customer experience to resilience and community impact, this conversation offers a thoughtful look at what it takes to build organizations that put people at the center of every decision. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Logistics With Purpose®: https://logisticswithpurpose.co/ Subscribe to Logistics With Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/ Learn more about GE Appliances: https://www.geappliancesco.com/ Connect with Marcia Brey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcia-brey-1511451a This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter.

  3. 8월 13일

    Why Do Most Brands Destroy Inventory Instead of Giving It a Second Life? Insights from Abby Nawrocki

    What happens when perfectly usable products become excess inventory? For businesses, surplus goods often mean rising costs, wasted resources, and sustainability challenges. But what if that inventory could create value instead of waste? Abby Nawrocki, Founder and CEO of Stock, is helping companies rethink what happens to abandoned freight, overstocked products, and customer returns. By connecting excess inventory with nonprofit organizations, Stock helps brands and logistics providers reduce waste, support communities, and create measurable impact. Abby shares how technology, data, and stronger partnerships can transform inventory management while helping organizations align business objectives with sustainability goals. The conversation explores why excess inventory remains a persistent supply chain challenge and how purposeful decision-making can turn an operational burden into an opportunity for positive change. From reducing waste and improving efficiency to strengthening community impact, this conversation offers a different perspective on the role logistics can play beyond simply moving goods. Explore this conversation through the lens of purpose-driven logistics, where business, people, partnership, and positive impact come together. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Logistics With Purpose®: https://logisticswithpurpose.co/ Subscribe to Logistics With Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/ Learn more about Stock: https://www.stockitbetter.com/ This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Nathan Chaney.

  4. 7월 30일

    How and Why Retailers Are Replacing Billions of Plastic Bags with Jesse Langley from Lotus Sustainables

    Can businesses help solve one of the world's biggest environmental challenges? In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with Jesse Langley, CEO of Lotus Sustainables, to explore how innovation, purpose-driven leadership, and supply chain collaboration are reducing our dependence on single-use plastic bags. Jesse shares his remarkable journey from serving in the U.S. Navy to leading a global sustainability company that has already diverted more than 6.5 billion plastic bags from landfills. Together, they discuss why changing consumer behavior is so difficult, the role legislation plays in accelerating sustainability, and how businesses can create products that are better for both people and the planet. The conversation also explores leadership during uncertainty, the power of B Corps and Conscious Capitalism, sustainable innovation, resilient supply chains, and why solving environmental problems starts with building better partnerships. Whether you're a supply chain professional, sustainability leader, entrepreneur, or simply passionate about creating positive impact, this episode offers practical insights and inspiring ideas for building a better future. In this episode you'll learn: Why legislation may be the biggest driver of reducing single-use plasticsHow Lotus Sustainables has diverted over 6.5 billion plastic bags from landfillsWhat purpose-driven leadership looks like during uncertain timesWhy innovation should focus on solving real customer problemsHow B Corps and stakeholder-focused businesses create lasting impactLessons from military leadership that translate into business successWhy Europe is leading the way in sustainability and what others can learn Additional Links & Resources: Connect with Jesse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-langley/Learn more about Lotus Sustainables: https://lotus-sustainables.com/Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/brands/logistics-with-purpose/Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listenLearn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For addtional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/how-why-retailers-replacing-billions-plastic-bags-lwp161

  5. 7월 16일

    What the #MeToo Movement Revealed About Workplace Culture with Tarana Burke

    In this powerful episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with Tarana Burke, founder of the Me Too Movement and Chief Vision Officer of Me Too International, for an essential conversation about leadership, workplace culture, empathy, and creating safer organizations. While the Me Too Movement is often associated with social change, Tarana explains why conversations about sexual and gender-based violence belong in every industry—including logistics and supply chain. She shares how organizational culture, leadership, transparency, and accountability directly impact employee wellbeing, trust, and business performance. From the origins of the Me Too Movement to practical advice for executives, HR leaders, managers, and coworkers, this discussion challenges leaders to build workplaces where people feel seen, heard, valued, and safe. If you're passionate about leadership, organizational culture, employee engagement, or creating workplaces where everyone can thrive, this episode is one you won't want to miss. In this episode you'll learn: Why psychological safety is essential for high-performing organizationsHow silence becomes normalized in workplace cultureThe leadership behaviors that create trust and accountabilityWhy empathy is a competitive advantage—not a weaknessHow peers, managers, and executives all play a role in preventing harmful workplace culturesWhy Tarana Burke believes sexual and gender-based violence is a community problem that requires a community responsePractical steps leaders can take today to create safer, healthier workplaces Additional Links & Resources: Connect with Tarana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taranajburke/Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/brands/logistics-with-purpose/Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listenLearn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For addtional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/what-metoo-movement-revelaed-about-workplace-culture-lwp160 View Transcript

  6. 7월 2일

    Logistics with purpose Classic: Saving Goals and Changing Lives: Hope Solo's Journey from Soccer Star to Social Advocate

    In this classic episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome former US Women's soccer team goalkeeper Hope Solo to the show! Hope discusses her career, her advocacy for women's rights and gender equality, and her involvement with the Homeless World Cup. Listen in as she shares her journey from a young girl with a passion for soccer to becoming one of the world's top goalkeepers, and discusses the challenges she faced in advocating for equal pay and better conditions for women in sports. Also learn more about the Homeless World Cup, an organization that Hope supports and has a personal connection to, that uses soccer to inspire homeless people to change their lives. Tune in to gain insight into Hope Solo's remarkable journey, filled with resilience, passion, and a profound commitment to making a difference in the world through the game of soccer. Additional Links & Resources: Connect with Hope: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hope-solo-9522065/ Learn more about Hope: http://hopesolo.com/contact/ Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purposeLearn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose®: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/logistics-purpose-classic-saving-goals-changing-lives-hope-solo-journey-soccer-star-social-advocate-lwp159

  7. 6월 18일

    Logistics with Purpose Classic: The Amazing Power of Football - Honey Thaljieh with FIFA and Homeless World Cup

    In this inspiring classic Logistics with Purpose®️ episode, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Nuria Sierra sit down with Honey Thaljieh — public relations manager for FIFA, international activist, and the trailblazing first captain of the Palestinian women’s national football team. Honey shares her remarkable journey from the narrow streets of Bethlehem to co-founding women’s football in Palestine, breaking barriers in a region where cultural and political challenges could have stopped her. She reveals how the beautiful game became her tool for promoting peace, inclusion, and gender equity — from leading a national team to collaborating with FIFA and the Homeless World Cup. Whether you’re passionate about sports, equality, or human rights, this episode will leave you motivated to dream big and fight for change. Additional Links & Resources: Connect with Honey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/honey-thaljieh-a7640828/TEDxZurich: http://www.tedxzurich.com/speaker/honey-thaljieh/Interview with Mel: https://youtu.be/hbbrcjLDAZg?si=g4j8WFZLQMv0_yErInterview with Hope Solo: https://youtu.be/-GYS4zpWWdU?si=qmnAonOw4Vww4iaSNETFLIX movie: https://www.netflix.com/mx-en/title/81001287Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purposeLearn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Nuria Sierra. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/logistics-purpose-classic-amazing-power-football-fifa-homeless-world-cup-lwp158

  8. 6월 4일

    How AI and Adaptability Are Reshaping Resilient Supply Chains with Ronny Horvath & Benjamin Reich from Accenture

    In this episode of Logistics With Purpose®, presented by Vector Global Logistics in partnership with Supply Chain Now, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with Benjamin Reich and Ronny Horvath from Accenture for a powerful conversation about the future of supply chain, AI, resilience, and human-centered leadership. From AI-driven logistics and supply chain orchestration to trust, culture, and meaningful workplace relationships, this episode explores what it really takes to build resilient supply chains in a rapidly changing world. Benjamin and Ronny share practical insights on how organizations can adopt AI without waiting for “perfect” data, why curiosity and adaptability matter more than ever, and how companies can balance automation with humanity. You’ll also hear personal stories about their journeys from Germany to leading global transformation initiatives across the U.S., lessons learned from companies like Porsche and IBM, and why the future of logistics depends just as much on people and trust as it does on technology. Whether you’re a supply chain leader, technology enthusiast, logistics professional, or someone curious about how AI is reshaping business, this conversation delivers practical takeaways, leadership wisdom, and an inspiring look at the future of work. Additional Links & Resources: Connect with Ronny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronhorvath/Connect with Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bereich/Learn more about Accenture: https://www.accenture.com/us-enGötz Wolfgang Werner: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G%C3%B6tz_WernerLearn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purposeLearn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https:/supplychainnow.com/how-ai-adaptability-reshaping-resilient-supply-chains-accenture-lwp157

소개

You believe supply chains can be a force for good. So do we. But creating positive impact isn’t separate from the everyday work of supply chain and logistics. It happens in the decisions you make about cost, service, resilience, efficiency, technology, resources, people, and the planet. Sometimes doing better creates a win for everyone. Sometimes the choices are harder. Those are the conversations worth having. Logistics With Purpose® is the only podcast focused on supply chain’s positive impact. Here, you’ll meet people across business, nonprofits, humanitarian organizations, logistics, manufacturing, and beyond who are finding practical ways to build better supply chains. You’ll hear what they’ve tried, what they’ve learned, what’s working, and where the challenges remain. And every episode has a promise: to leave you with at least one practical idea you can take back to your own work. That might mean a new way to think about supply chain resilience or efficiency. A lesson about inventory management or AI in supply chain. A better approach to sustainability. An idea from humanitarian logistics that changes how you see a problem. Or simply a question that helps you make a more thoughtful decision tomorrow. Because building better supply chains isn’t about choosing between performance and purpose. It’s about understanding the full impact of the choices you make and looking for opportunities to make things better. For your organization. For your people. For your community. For people who depend on the supply chain. For the planet. Powered by Vector Global Logistics and co-hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter, Logistics With Purpose® is for people who want to learn from each other, challenge old assumptions, share what works, and keep moving our industry forward. You don’t have to wait for someone else to create positive change. Whatever your role, you have a part to play. Let’s build better supply chains together.

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