You Never Know Who You are Going to Meet Featuring Evan Kirstel
Supply Chain Now16 Jan 2023

You Never Know Who You are Going to Meet Featuring Evan Kirstel

In order to succeed as a ‘TechFluencer’ in today’s digital society, you have to be plugged into a lot of different trends and markets. From supply chains to consumer electronics, to community building to virtual connections, the landscape is constantly shifting and evolving.

Evan Kirstel is a B2B thought leader and technology influencer focused on B2B networking, engagement, and social selling. Rather than just establishing his own expertise and using it to guide others, he is still on a learning journey of his own – exploring new disciplines and platforms as he becomes aware of them.

In this interview, Evan and Scott discuss some of the trends affecting digital media, modern business, and consumer tech:

• The groundbreaking changes in content creation and writing made possible by a new Generative AI technology called ChatGPT

• The rise of electrification in mobility showcased at CES 2023, including multiple modes of transportation, personal and commercial vehicles

• How to build communities and network reach by expanding into new forms of content, moving from written to spoken to visuals to engage different audience members

• Places where tech and automation have met their limit, failing to overcome the human preference for authentic, trust-based relationships

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/never-know-who-meet-1067

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The Buzz: Women in Supply Chain Awards

The Buzz: Women in Supply Chain Awards

In today's episode of Supply Chain Now, we present an incisive exploration of the current landscape within the global supply chain sector, focusing particularly on the essential role of leadership in navigating prevailing challenges. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by EasyPost!Today, hosts Scott Luton and Tandreia Bellamy welcome special guest Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, to discuss the Women in Supply Chain Awards and the upcoming Women in Supply Chain Forum. Listen as they cover:The rising demand for foreign trade zone accessThe state of the industry report by ColliersInsights from chief people officers on talent strategiesThe 2025 Women in Supply Chain Awards and the upcoming Women in Supply Chain Forum The importance of communication, strategic thinking, and inclusivity in navigating the complexities of the supply chain industryJoin us as we collectively seek to understand the implications of these developments on future supply chain operations.Additional Links & Resources:With That Said: https://bit.ly/WTS-7SEP2025 Colliers State of Industry Report: https://bit.ly/ColliersStateoftheIndustryReportChief People Officers Outlook 2025: Talent strategy amid global disruption: https://bit.ly/CPOviewsU.S. Foreign Trade Zones Draw New Demand as De Minimis Ends: https://on.wsj.com/4nrwm53Why AI Is the Conversation at Parcel Forum: http://bit.ly/4m7Q8kTConnect with Marina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marinamayer/Learn more about EasyPost: https://supplychainnow.com/easypostCheck out the U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: bit.ly/scn-us-bankLearn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comWatch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-nowSubscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/joinWork with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVkWEBINAR- Real stories: Fast-tracking value, a pioneering digital transformation with impactful results.: https://bit.ly/4mgp1EWWEBINAR- Real Shipping Stories. Real Money Saved.: https://bit.ly/45PegUmWEBINAR- From Compliance to Impact and Competitive Advantage: How to Decarbonize Your Supply Chain: https://bit.ly/47uXKKoWEBINAR- The Power of Partnership: Building Long-Term Success with Automation Integrators: <a href="https://bit.ly/3Ie1WUO" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

12 Sep 49min

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10 Sep 52min

From Brownfield to Breakthrough: Evolving Your Operations with Retrofits

From Brownfield to Breakthrough: Evolving Your Operations with Retrofits

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott W. Luton and Deborah Dull welcome Will Mansard and Ahmed Arif of Bastian Solutions for a practical, field-tested conversation on retrofitting brownfield warehouses and the real cost of doing nothing. They frame retrofits as logistical projects first, unpack why so much existing space goes underutilized, and share how to minimize disruption while upgrading live operations. They discuss the playbook that works in the real world: start with discovery and reverse engineering when documentation is thin, build a phased mechanical plan, sequence electrical with quick-connect, preassembled components, and treat controls and software as the heart of the system using emulation and thorough testing. With rules one and two both being “get orders out the door,” they stress contingency planning, speaking the customer’s language, and orchestrating equipment, controls, and software to avoid faults and bottlenecks. Jump into the conversation:(00:00) Intro(09:27) What defines a brownfield warehouse site(12:19) Addressing customer concerns about cost(15:53) Viewing retrofits as logistical projects(20:14) Why orchestration matters in automation(22:44) Critical considerations for warehouse retrofits(24:26) Setting realistic project expectations upfront(25:53) Deborah’s favorite retrofit planning framework(26:36) Minimizing disruption with new technologies(29:37) Speaking the customer’s language effectively(32:40) Examples of successful retrofit projects(40:35) Enterprise-level considerations for customersResources:Learn more about Bastian Solutions Strategy Guide: Consulting Strategies for Warehouse Distribution Operations: https://info.bastiansolutions.com/warehouse-operations-strategy-guideLearn more about the Hercules Sealing Products Case Study: https://www.bastiansolutions.com/resources/case-studies/industrial-distribution/hercules/?srsltid=AfmBOoqy12r2gfk64cuMt6Heyoz8Ts5lAJwZ-4qAejswM0oZVEuW5pPKConnect with Will Mansard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mansard-b90a2b25/Connect with Ahmed Arif: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmedarif001/Connect with Deborah Dull: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahdull/Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/join Work with us!...

8 Sep 52min

Breaking News Now: Ready for CHAINge 2025 with ASCM’s Abe Eshkenazi

Breaking News Now: Ready for CHAINge 2025 with ASCM’s Abe Eshkenazi

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton welcomes special guest Abe Eshkenazi, CEO of the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), to discuss the reinvention of ASCM's annual supply chain event, now rebranded as CHAINge North America 2025. Scheduled for September 9th and 10th in Columbus, Ohio, CHAINge North America 2025 aims to provide supply chain leaders with opportunities to gather critical market intelligence and learn strategies to tackle both existing and emerging challenges. Listen in as Scott and Abe discuss the importance of collaboration, technology, and talent development in navigating the current dynamic supply chain landscape, key insights from the 2025 ASCM Supply Chain Salary and Career Report, and highlight significant gains in supply chain compensation and the increasing recognition of supply chain professionals' roles. Tune in for an episode that underscores the value of human interaction and relationship-building in addressing the complex challenges faced by supply chain professionals today.Additional Links & Resources:Register now for CHAINge North America 2025: https://na.chainge.events/website/81303/?&utm_source=supplychainnow&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=conf_chainge-north-america_20250801Connect with Abe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aeshkenazi/Learn more about ASCM: https://www.ascm.org/Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comWatch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-nowSubscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/joinWork with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVkWEBINAR- Mastering Data in the AI Explosion Age - Managing the Fuel That Powers Innovation: https://bit.ly/4ogPN1kWEBINAR- Real stories: Fast-tracking value, a pioneering digital transformation with impactful results.: https://bit.ly/4mgp1EWWEBINAR: Real Shipping Stories. Real Money Saved.: https://bit.ly/45PegUmWEBINAR: From Compliance to Impact and Competitive Advantage: How to Decarbonize Your Supply Chain: https://bit.ly/47uXKKoThis episode is hosted by Scott Luton and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/breaking-news-now-ready-chainge-2025-ascm-1476

5 Sep 21min

How Supply Chain Leaders Are Finding Calm & Clarity Amidst the Chaos

How Supply Chain Leaders Are Finding Calm & Clarity Amidst the Chaos

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3 Sep 46min

The Buzz: Innovations in Warehouse Automation

The Buzz: Innovations in Warehouse Automation

Additional Links & Resources:With That Said: http://bit.ly/4lGixylEasyPost Guide: https://bit.ly/45PpFCC EasyPost Website: https://www.easypost.com/ Inside the automated warehouse where robots are packing your groceries: http://bit.ly/3Juj213Beauty brands blend AI into operations: http://bit.ly/4oRsVWJSnickers maker Mars pursues stable chocolate supply with gene-editing: http://bit.ly/4mIWHeAKait on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitvinson/Learn more about Locus Robotics: https://locusrobotics.com/Allison on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisongiddens/Dave Krache Foundation: https://davekrache.com/ Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comWatch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-nowSubscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/joinWork with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVkWEBINAR- Mastering Data in the AI Explosion Age - Managing the Fuel That Powers Innovation: https://bit.ly/4ogPN1kWEBINAR- Real stories: Fast-tracking value, a pioneering digital transformation with impactful results.: https://bit.ly/4mgp1EWWEBINAR: Real Shipping Stories. Real Money Saved.: https://bit.ly/45PegUmWEBINAR: From Compliance to Impact and Competitive Advantage: How to Decarbonize Your Supply Chain: https://bit.ly/47uXKKoThis episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Allison GIddens and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-innovations-warehouse-automation-1474

29 Aug 52min

Honoring Kathy Purtill’s Legacy: Moving (and Climbing) Mountains

Honoring Kathy Purtill’s Legacy: Moving (and Climbing) Mountains

In this moving episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton sits down with Kristi Porter, Adrian Purtill, and Enrique Alvarez of Vector Global Logistics to explore a powerful story of purpose and community. Adrian shares a deeply personal initiative in honor of his late ex-wife, Kathy Purtill, who bravely battled leukemia. To carry her legacy forward, their son Kieran is climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.This conversation goes beyond logistics, shining a light on the value of giving forward, building community, and leading with purpose. The Vector Global Logistics team reflects on how purpose-driven action can change lives—both in the global supply chain and beyond.Learn how you can support Kieran’s mission, and be inspired to embrace the power of relationships, resilience, and purpose.Additional Links & Resources:Kathy Purtill's fundraising page for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society: https://diy.lls.org/fundraiser/6467059Connect with Enrique: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enrique-alvarez-64332a2/Connect with Kristi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kporter9876/Connect with Adrian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-purtill-947a2b5/Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/Learn more about Logistics with Purpose: https://logisticswithpurpose.co/Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comWatch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-nowSubscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/joinWork with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVkWEBINAR- Mastering Data in the AI Explosion Age - Managing the Fuel That Powers Innovation: https://bit.ly/4ogPN1kWEBINAR- Real stories: Fast-tracking value, a pioneering digital transformation with impactful results.: https://bit.ly/4mgp1EWWEBINAR: Real Shipping Stories. Real Money Saved.: https://bit.ly/45PegUmWEBINAR: From Compliance to Impact and Competitive Advantage: How to Decarbonize Your Supply Chain: https://bit.ly/47uXKKoThis episode is hosted by Scott Luton and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/honoring-legacy-moving-climbing-mountains-1473

27 Aug 53min

How Theory of Constraints Can Drive Enterprise Impact

How Theory of Constraints Can Drive Enterprise Impact

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton and special guest host Kim Humphrey, President & CEO of AME (Association for Manufacturing Excellence), welcome retired Air Force Lieutenant General Andy Busch, Strategic Advisor at Goldratt Consulting, for a high-impact conversation on the Theory of Constraints (TOC) and its ability to transform complex operations. Drawing from a 38-year military career, Andy shares how TOC’s five focusing steps helped him cut C-5 aircraft maintenance timelines from 340 days to 110, save hundreds of millions through inventory discipline, and reduce a 15-month procurement backlog to just three months. He also highlights the leadership skills required to drive these changes, including clear communication, organizational alignment, and active workforce engagement.They also discuss the universal applicability of TOC across industries and geographies, with Andy recounting implementations at the Defense Logistics Agency, large-scale MRO depots, and in international settings such as Japan and India. From managing high-variability environments to avoiding the trap of local optimization, the conversation delivers actionable insights for supply chain and manufacturing leaders seeking breakthrough results, stronger team alignment, and sustained performance improvement in today’s volatile business climate.Jump into the conversation:(00:00) Intro(02:47) Meet Andy Busch(05:29) From Utah trails to global supply chain insights(13:32) The impact of the Theory of Constraints(25:28) Implementing consumption pull systems(29:29) Five focusing steps vs. five whys(30:42) Work in process discipline(32:44) Overcoming supply chain hurdles(37:05) International experiences with TOC(43:07) How to navigate industry volatility (45:45) Why focus is key to organization's successResources:Learn more about the AME St. Louis International Conference: https://www.ame.org/ame-st-louis-2025-international-conference Connect with Andy Busch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-e-busch/Learn more about Goldratt Group: https://goldrattgroup.com/ Connect with Kim Humphrey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlee-kim-h-5977474/ Learn more about AME: https://www.ame.org Connect with Scott Luton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/join Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit: <a href="https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

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