Moving the World

Prologis
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Get a front-row seat to the big ideas—and bold moves—reshaping how the world moves. Moving the World dives into the future of logistics, from smarter supply chains and cleaner energy to the tech transforming trade.  Join Prologis experts and industry insiders as we connect the dots across real estate, innovation and global commerce.  New episodes drop monthly. 

  1. #10: The Dealmaker’s Playbook: CBRE’s Darla Longo on the Future of Logistics Real Estate, AI & Leadership

    APR 21

    #10: The Dealmaker’s Playbook: CBRE’s Darla Longo on the Future of Logistics Real Estate, AI & Leadership

    How is the logistics real estate market shaping up in 2026 — and how is CBRE creatively using AI in its business?  In this episode of Moving the World, Prologis’ Chris Burns sits down with CBRE Managing Director Darla Longo, one of the most experienced dealmakers in logistics real estate. With more than four decades in the business and over $91.5 billion in closed transactions, Darla shares where she’s seeing real momentum, how AI is changing decision-making on the ground, and what leaders often get wrong as technology reshapes the industry.  The conversation goes beyond market forecasts to explore how Darla has built and led teams across cycles — and why culture, judgment and relationships still matter just as much as data in an increasingly digital, global business.  In this episode:   00:00 - Intro  00:59 - Early Days in Logistics Real Estate and Market Growth  05:09 - Transition from Leasing to Capital Markets  07:40 - 2026 Logistics Real Estate Market Outlook and Demand Trends  10:30 - Global Logistics Momentum and Emerging Markets  12:08 - U.S. Logistics Capital Markets and Investment Trends  20:02 - Role of AI in Logistics Real Estate  22:10 - Human Element and Future of AI in Business  26:25 - Nurturing Corporate Culture in a Digital Age  29:44 - Leadership, Mentorship and Building High-Performance Teams  Today’s experts:  Chris Burns is head of deployment for North America at Prologis. He oversees deployment forecasting, portfolio strategy, multi-market acquisitions and dispositions, and manages the company’s investment services group and Investment Analyst Program. Prior to joining Prologis, Burns spent more than two decades at Duke Realty, where he served as executive vice president of real estate operations and helped expand the company’s West Coast portfolio to nearly 30 million square feet.  Darla Longo is vice chairman and managing director with CBRE’s West Coast Institutional Group and one of the most accomplished industrial real estate brokers in the country. Over a 47-plus-year career, she has been involved in more than $91.5 billion in real estate transactions, including investment sales totaling more than 1.5 billion square feet. Longo is the first woman elected to CBRE’s board of directors and has ranked among the firm’s top producers for more than four decades. In 2021, CBRE named the Darla Longo Award in her honor, recognizing the next generation of outstanding producers.

    35 min
  2. #09: Maximizing Throughput, Automation & Warehouse Performance

    MAR 10

    #09: Maximizing Throughput, Automation & Warehouse Performance

    At the center of every warehouse operation is one metric: throughput. How much product can move through a building — accurately, efficiently and profitably — in a given period of time?  In this episode of Moving the World, Prologis’ Marv Cunningham sits down with Ninaad Acharya, CEO of Fulfillment IQ, to talk about the biggest challenges facing fulfillment centers and what it takes to scale AI logistics solutions that deliver real results for brands, retailers and 3PLs.  What’s hype and what can be deployed at scale? What must be true before an operator greenlights an AI rollout? And why is scaling from one successful building to a full network still so difficult?  The conversation dives into data readiness, operational discipline, workforce realities and the hidden barriers that stall innovation. It’s a candid, operator-level discussion about what it really takes to deploy AI at scale to increase throughput, maximize space and optimize operational efficiency.   In this episode:  Why scaling AI across a network is exponentially harder than proving ROI in one facility The prerequisites to AI success: clean data, strong governance and usable systems The human side of automation: trust, change management and workforce adoption Why most warehouses still have very little automation—and what that means for opportunity How digital twins and simulation can reduce risk before investing real dollars Today’s experts:  Marv Cunningham is the global head of Operating Essentials and Workforce Solutions at Prologis, overseeing the company’s workforce and community programs, as well as its Essentials platform, which delivers solutions for some of the most critical challenges fulfillment centers face today. Marv brings more than 15 years of experience in supply chain and logistics, including senior leadership roles at GXO Logistics, Saks Off 5th & Hudson Bay, Rent the Runway, Target and Amazon.  Ninaad Acharya is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Fulfillment IQ, an ecommerce fulfillment product studio that supports brands, retailers and 3PLs with bespoke solutions. He also hosts the eCom Logistics Podcast, where he brings together industry leaders to share insights on the future of supply chain and logistics. With over 16 years of experience in the supply chain and logistics industry, including serving as supply chain product executive at FedEx Supply Chain, Ninaad has a proven track record of delivering innovative and impactful solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

    35 min
  3. #08: Where Sports & Logistics Meet: A Conversation with Orange Bowl CEO Eric Poms

    JAN 13

    #08: Where Sports & Logistics Meet: A Conversation with Orange Bowl CEO Eric Poms

    The Orange Bowl is a South Florida institution, a national spotlight moment and a logistical marvel. And, this year, the home of the Orange Bowl, Hard Rock Stadium, is also hosting the College Football Playoff National Game. For the first time, we’re giving you a look behind the scenes.  In this episode of Moving the World, Jason Tenenbaum from Prologis sits down with Orange Bowl CEO Eric Poms to discuss what it takes to pull off one of the biggest games in football.   In this episode:   What it takes to deliver one of the nation’s most iconic bowl game—from citywide operations to the community mission powering youth sports, education and civic partnerships across South Florida. How the Orange Bowl fuels the region’s economy and how its role in the College Football Playoff continues to evolve. The surprising connections between sports and logistics—including how partners like Prologis help make championship moments possible. Today’s experts:  Jason Tenenbaum is senior vice president and market officer for South Florida at Prologis, where he leads a team managing over 32 million square feet across Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties. Jason is actively involved in the industry, serving as a member of the Orange Bowl Committee, the Board of Directors for NAIOP South Florida and as an advisor for Florida International University's MS in Logistics Engineering Industry Advisory Board.  Eric Poms is the chief executive officer of the Orange Bowl Committee (OBC). Since joining the OBC in 1993, and becoming CEO in 2006, Poms has led major milestones including the Orange Bowl’s integration into the College Football Playoff and hosting multiple national championships. Beyond football, he has expanded the OBC’s community impact across youth sports, education, engagement and legacy programs—positioning it as one of South Florida’s leading civic organizations.

    37 min
  4. #07: Tariffs, Treaties & Power Shifts in Global Trade

    12/09/2025

    #07: Tariffs, Treaties & Power Shifts in Global Trade

    Every product you touch today has crossed a border: your phone, your shoes, the coffee that started your morning. Behind each journey is a policy decision that shapes how quickly, affordably and reliably that product reaches you.  Trade doesn’t just move through ports. It moves through policy.  In this episode of Moving the World, Steven Hussain, senior vice president and head of government affairs at Prologis, and Safiya Ghori-Ahmad, senior director of global public affairs at APCO Worldwide, unpack how a new era of geopolitics is reshaping trade—and what it means for companies operating across borders.  In this episode:   Why today’s tariffs and industrial policies aren’t a temporary blip, but a long-term, bipartisan shift in how countries approach trade. How India’s rapid rise, digital infrastructure and “strategic autonomy” are reshaping global power dynamics and the role of the Global South. How companies are rethinking supply chains from “China + 1” to “China + many,” building resilience across multiple regions and markets. Why long-term relationship building with governments is essential in a world of regional blocs, shifting alliances and emerging technologies like AI. Today’s experts:  Steven Hussain is senior vice president and head of government affairs at Prologis. In that capacity, he leads the organization's efforts to engage the public sector to deepen relationships and advance Prologis' business objectives. Before joining Prologis, Steven served in various senior leadership roles in the public and nonprofit sectors focused on economic development, education and municipal policy.   Safiya Ghori-Ahmad is senior director of global public affairs at APCO Worldwide, where she helps companies navigate the intersection of business, policy and international markets. Based in Washington, D.C., she brings a decade of U.S. government experience, including roles at the State Department and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and deep expertise in South and Central Asia. Before joining APCO, Ghori-Ahmad was a senior managing director at McLarty Associates, advising global investors and multinational companies on government affairs and market-entry strategy. Ghori-Ahmad is a nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, a founding member of Chief D.C. and serves on several advisory boards, including the Clinton School of Public Service.   Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    37 min
  5. #06: Inside 2026: The Supply Chain Trends You Need to Know

    11/18/2025

    #06: Inside 2026: The Supply Chain Trends You Need to Know

    The global supply chain is entering a new era—defined by scarcity of space, of power and time. From tariffs to trade shifts to AI-driven energy demand and a coming trucking crunch, 2026 is shaping up to be a turning point for logistics real estate worldwide.  In this episode of Moving the World, Justin Meng, head of investor relations for Prologis, sits down with Prologis’ Head of Research, Melinda McLaughlin, to unpack Prologis Research’s 2026 Predictions paper—a data-driven look at what’s next for warehousing, e-commerce, trade routes and energy infrastructure.  Together, they revisit the surprises of 2025 and look ahead to how logistics operators, investors and communities can prepare for a reshaped landscape.    In this episode:  How tariffs and supply chain diversification are redrawing global trade maps What’s driving the return of coastal gateway markets in the U.S. Why energy capacity and “power-ready” locations will define the next decade of logistics Why trucking capacity is tightening—and how it will reshape last-mile strategy Read the full Prologis Research paper — Bold Predictions 2026: Supply Chain Trends to Watch.  Today’s experts:  Justin Meng is senior vice president and head of investor relations for Prologis. Justin brings more than two decades of investment experience across real estate, public markets and alternative asset management. Previously, he was co-founder and managing partner of V3 Capital Management L.P., a boutique investment firm focused on publicly traded REITs. Earlier in his career, Justin served as partner and head of REIT research at High Rise Capital Management.   Melinda McLaughlin is senior vice president and global head of Prologis Research, where she focuses on tracking, analyzing and forecasting logistics real estate fundamentals and structural industry trends, and translating insights into strategic decision-making for Prologis and its customers. Previously, Melinda was a vice president at Rosen Consulting Group, where she advised major clients on economic, housing and commercial real estate strategy.

    32 min
  6. #05: Freight by Water: The New Way Goods Move Through Cities

    10/21/2025

    #05: Freight by Water: The New Way Goods Move Through Cities

    In this episode of Moving the World, Jeremiah Kane, senior vice president at Prologis, sits down with Andrew Kimball, president and CEO at the New York City Economic Development Corporation to discuss Blue Highways—urban waterways—as an overlooked but powerful lane in the future freight network. With road congestion at record levels and delivery demand still rising, is it time to put the waterfront back to work? In this episode: How waterborne freight could reshape urban logistics—and why now is the momentWhat it takes to turn aging waterfront infrastructure into a modern supply chain assetWhy public-private partnerships are essential to scaling solutions that work for both commerce and communitiesToday’s experts: Jeremiah Kane is senior vice president of Value-Added Investments at Prologis. He leads the New York team for Prologis developing and acquiring industrial properties in a market at the forefront of innovation in dense urban logistics. He also spearheads the Prologis Blue Highway initiative.   Andrew Kimball is the president and chief executive officer of the New York City Economic Development Corporation. Previously, Andrew served as the chief executive officer of Industry City, where he directed the transformation of the long-underutilized industrial facility in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Prior to that, he served as president and chief executive officer of the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation, overseeing the transformation of the 300-acre former Naval ship-building facility into a national model for the creation of innovation-economy jobs, sustainability and community partnerships. He also served as director of operations for NYC2012, the privately funded bid to bring the 2012 Olympic Games to New York City, and as vice president of the New York Public Library. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    38 min
  7. GROUNDBREAKERS 2025 | AI, Nuclear & the Future of the Grid: A Conversation with Top Energy Executives

    10/02/2025

    GROUNDBREAKERS 2025 | AI, Nuclear & the Future of the Grid: A Conversation with Top Energy Executives

    In this special episode of Moving the World, recorded live at Prologis’ 2025 GROUNBREAKERS forum in Los Angeles, Prologis’ Chief Energy and Sustainability Officer Susan Uthayakumar is joined by Joseph Dominguez, president and CEO at Constellation, and Rebecca Kujawa, former CEO of NextEra Energy Resources, to look examine the growing collision between AI’s energy demands and the future of the grid.   With data centers and manufacturing ramping up power needs at unprecedented levels, they explore how nuclear, renewables, storage and natural gas all fit into the equation—and what it will take to expand transmission, reform permitting and bring public and private players together. From hyperscalers signing long-term nuclear contracts to the role of AI in balancing peak demand, the conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities facing utilities, policymakers and businesses.  In this episode:  How AI and large-scale manufacturing are driving historic increases in electricity demand The role of nuclear power, renewables, storage and natural gas in maintaining grid reliability Why permitting reform and transmission investment are critical bottlenecks How AI-enabled demand response could function like “virtual nuclear plants” The balance between decarbonization, affordability and national security Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    34 min
  8. GROUNDBREAKERS 2025 | Prologis CEO & U.S. Secretary Burgum on AI, Infrastructure and Energy

    10/02/2025

    GROUNDBREAKERS 2025 | Prologis CEO & U.S. Secretary Burgum on AI, Infrastructure and Energy

    In this special episode of Moving the World, recorded live at Prologis’ 2025 GROUNBREAKERS forum in Los Angeles, Prologis Co-Founder and CEO Hamid Moghadam and U.S. Secretary Doug Burgum sit down with Susie Gharib, anchor and senior special correspondent at Fortune, for a conversation exploring the link between U.S. energy policy, infrastructure strategy, national security and the rapid rise of AI. They explore how abundant, affordable and reliable energy underpins both economic growth and global competitiveness, and why permitting reform, baseload power and critical mineral supply chains are at the center of the debate.  From the race to build AI data centers and small modular reactors to the challenges of transmission, renewables and geopolitics, this conversation highlights the difficult tradeoffs—and opportunities—shaping the future of U.S. infrastructure and energy.  In this episode:  Why energy abundance is central to both prosperity at home and national security abroad The role of nuclear, natural gas and renewables in meeting AI’s 24/7 power demands How permitting reform and faster project approvals could unlock new capacity The risks of supply chain dependence on China for critical minerals and solar equipment Why policy stability is essential for long-term investment in energy and infrastructure Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    41 min
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Get a front-row seat to the big ideas—and bold moves—reshaping how the world moves. Moving the World dives into the future of logistics, from smarter supply chains and cleaner energy to the tech transforming trade.  Join Prologis experts and industry insiders as we connect the dots across real estate, innovation and global commerce.  New episodes drop monthly. 

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    Prologis
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
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