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Conversations with industry experts, tech leaders and masters in e-commerce that reveal the secrets of their success, and the most important lessons they learned while creating an impact with their business.

  1. AI Is Revolutionizing Distribution Strategy! What You Really Need to Know (with Brooks Hamilton)

    1D AGO

    AI Is Revolutionizing Distribution Strategy! What You Really Need to Know (with Brooks Hamilton)

    Joining us for this deep diving episode is Brooks Hamilton, Founder of AI Strategy Advisors, to talk about cutting-edge innovation, game-changing trends, navigating challenges, and more. Artificial intelligence is transforming industries across the globe. As more and more businesses implement AI in distribution, it's essential to understand the implications of this technology on your operations, customers, and employees. Karthik and Brooks explore key insights you need to know to stay ahead of the curve.

    40 min
  2. What Makes Top Business Leaders Different From The Rest? (Breaking It Down with Eric Chernik)

    MAR 13

    What Makes Top Business Leaders Different From The Rest? (Breaking It Down with Eric Chernik)

    Eric Chernik, the CEO of Building Controls & Solutions, joins us on this episode to break down how to navigate challenges and success, cultivating leadership and growth, utilizing technology effectively, strategizing for your long term goals and continually driving towards them, and more. Tune in to gain an invaluable perspective on leading a team to the top!

    37 min
  3. What Every Business Leader Needs For Success (Deep Diving with Kevin Weadick, CEO of FleetPride)

    FEB 27

    What Every Business Leader Needs For Success (Deep Diving with Kevin Weadick, CEO of FleetPride)

    Kevin Weadick, the CEO of FleetPride, joins this episode to share his journey of over two decades in experience leading teams in digital transformations, industrial product management and marketing, and being appointed to his current role leading for the largest distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts in North America. Their discussion offers valuable insights about organizational effectiveness and efficiency, improvement strategies in modern business operations, exploring how decision making and organizational culture shapes successful enterprise outcomes, and demonstrating how process improvement methods can drive sustainable growth.

    31 min
  4. Master the Art of Business Leadership! (Key Insights with Jim Derry, CEO of Field Fastener)

    FEB 20

    Master the Art of Business Leadership! (Key Insights with Jim Derry, CEO of Field Fastener)

    Jim Derry, the CEO of Field Fastener joins this episode to share his journey in distribution, to discuss key leadership insights and explore essential personal development strategies. We learn how an industry pioneer turned a company with humble beginnings into a great success, while continuing to see amazing growth and becoming a touchstone to the community. Through knowledge management practices and professional development approaches, we hear how a successful leader navigates challenges and fosters growth. Listen in on their conversation to hear more about some of these transformative methods that drive organizational success, inspire lifelong learning and sustainable business evolution.

    24 min
  5. Discover Why NAW is the Ultimate Game Changer in Distribution! (with Eric Hoplin, CEO of NAW)

    FEB 13

    Discover Why NAW is the Ultimate Game Changer in Distribution! (with Eric Hoplin, CEO of NAW)

    Eric Hoplin, the President and CEO of the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW), sits down with Karthik Chidambaram while in Washington DC at the NAW Executive Summit for an insightful discussion on the conference, the organization and their dedication to the betterment of distribution, as well as his positive future outlook on the industry.

    13 min
  6. The Secret to Sustaining Over 125 Years of Family Business Legacy | Kathryn Poehling Seymour

    FEB 6

    The Secret to Sustaining Over 125 Years of Family Business Legacy | Kathryn Poehling Seymour

    In the premiere episode of the 2025 season of the Driven by DCKAP podcast, Founder and CEO of DCKAP, Karthik Chidambaram, sits down with Kathryn Poehling Seymour, the President and CEO of First Supply. As a longstanding family-owned leader in the industry, First Supply serves as a comprehensive supplier for plumbing, HVAC, municipal needs, waterworks, well and septic systems, building PVF, and industrial supplies. With over 125 years of family business legacy behind her, Kathryn is at the forefront of steering the business into the future. In this insightful conversation, she discusses her journey within the business, their comprehensive succession planning, the significance of preserving family legacy, the vital role of community engagement, job creation alongside automation and emerging technologies in the industry, and more.

    28 min
  7. 70. Looking Back at The Best Moments of 2024 | Highlight Reel

    12/18/2024

    70. Looking Back at The Best Moments of 2024 | Highlight Reel

    It’s that time of year once again, where we reflect back on the 2024 season of the Driven by DCKAP podcast. This year has been full of many great conversations, with outstanding guests that we’ve been honored to speak with and to have the opportunity to dive into important topics and share their experiences and expertise.   We’re excited for the new year ahead and our plan to continue featuring industry experts and inspiring leaders who share their journeys, offer the secrets of what they’ve learned along the way, and inspire others to pave their own way to success. Subscribe and follow along as the stories continue to unfold!  From all of us here at the Driven by DCKAP podcast, we wish everyone a Happy Holidays and a very Happy New Year!

    19 min
  8. 69. How Small Businesses Can Stay Ahead in Today’s Market with Technology | Tighe Greenhalgh, President of Central Components

    11/14/2024

    69. How Small Businesses Can Stay Ahead in Today’s Market with Technology | Tighe Greenhalgh, President of Central Components

    Small businesses are said to be the heart of our communities. They are what laid the groundwork for the kind of massive success now seen by the likes of companies such as Amazon and Walmart. Yet, today, many small businesses are waning under their shadow and continuing to struggle in order to stay relevant, growing, and successful amongst these giants. So what’s a small family-owned wholesale supplier to do?  To dive into this question and gain the perspective of a small business looking to compete in this environment, Karthik sits down with Tighe Greenhalgh, the President of Central Components. In their discussion, Tighe shares his journey in the family businesses, what his goals are today as a small business leader, and what their plans are for upgrading technology and competing with bigger corporations. Watch the full episode for this insider’s perspective on how small businesses can utilize advancements in technology to help eliminate the ‘big boy’ advantage.

    31 min
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Conversations with industry experts, tech leaders and masters in e-commerce that reveal the secrets of their success, and the most important lessons they learned while creating an impact with their business.

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  • Creator
    DCKAP
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    75
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