Blake Coram is a seasoned supply chain professional with expertise in requirements gathering, solution design, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. In his current role as Director of Product Management at Manhattan Associates since November 2020, he has played a pivotal role in designing and implementing Manhattan's Warehouse Management software, integrating with third-party systems, and enhancing various software modules. Blake's career highlights include leading design efforts for mul...
Sep 25, 2023•42 min•Ep. 49
Rick Watson , CEO and Founder of RMW Commerce Consulting, LLC., he’s an eCommerce veteran with over two decades of experience. He founded RMW Commerce Consulting and played a crucial role in creating the WHP+ platform. Rick also hosts "The Watson Weekly'' podcast and has appeared on various news programs and industry events like Shoptalk. Nate Skiver , Founder of LPF Spend Management, is a parcel transportation and eCommerce delivery expert with 20 years of experience. He previously worked for A...
Sep 14, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 48
Mark Lavelle has over 20 years of experience growing businesses at the intersection of commerce, payments, and internet technology. He’s Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of Deep Lake Capital. Previously, Mark was SVP of Commerce at Adobe as a result of the $1.7B acquisition of Magento where he was CEO. Other senior leadership roles include eBay, PayPal and Bill Me Later. SHOW SUMMARY In this episode of eCom Logistics Podcast , Mark Lavelle discusses the changing landscape of e-commerce logistics and...
Aug 29, 2023•49 min•Ep. 47
Ninaad Acharya , Co-founder and CEO of Fulfillment IQ, is a dynamic supply chain leader with 20 years of experience in digital transformation. He's driven by simplicity and effectiveness, having spearheaded disruptive tech solutions for Fortune 50 firms, retailers, 3PLs, and eCommerce brands, including Nordstrom and FedEx. Ninaad accelerates supply chain startups to market, saving costs and enabling $500M in capital automation and 135+ warehouse tech projects. His dedicated team counters rising ...
Aug 24, 2023•46 min•Ep. 46
Jorrit Steinz is the Founder of ChanngelEngine.com, a platform that helps stores, brands, and distributors find millions of new customers by connecting them to marketplaces globally. He has been active in eCommerce for almost 20 years building expertise in areas such as B2C, B2B, and D2C eCommerce, marketplaces, SaaS, and international platform strategies. He is a public speaker at various events and an adviser on the rapid changes in the global retail landscape for brands, distributors, and lar...
Aug 14, 2023•46 min•Ep. 45
In this episode of eCom Logistics Podcast , Udai Tennati discusses the evolution of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and the shift towards cloud-based solutions. He explains how technology has advanced from mainframe systems to distributed architectures and now to cloud-native applications. Udai emphasizes the importance of being API-savvy and highlights the benefits of using cloud-based WMS, such as increased scalability, reliability, and security. He also shares insights on when it is the ri...
Aug 01, 2023•49 min•Ep. 44
In this episode of eCom Logistics Podcast, Will Lovatt discusses the challenges and opportunities in the European eCommerce logistics landscape compared to the North American market. He highlights the fragmented nature of the European market due to different languages, legal jurisdictions, and tax regimes. Will also emphasizes the importance of understanding consumer expectations in the UK, such as fast and reliable delivery, sustainability, and the rise of pickup spots and lockers. He also touc...
Jul 25, 2023•43 min•Ep. 43
In this episode, Corey Apirian , Founder and CEO of DaVinci Micro Fulfillment, discusses his experience in the supply chain industry, starting with his major in supply chain management at Syracuse University. He then shares his experience working for a wholesale distributor, where he learned inventory and receiving. Corey talks about his experience starting a multi-million dollar business with Amazon's drop-ship program and how he helped brands build their online strategies through a wholesaler....
Jun 27, 2023•47 min•Ep. 42
In this episode, Simon Kalouche , founder and CEO of Nimble, joins the hosts to discuss the future of ecommerce logistics and the role of automation and robotics. Simon emphasizes the importance of automating core warehouse processes while acknowledging the challenges of handling edge cases. He shares his background in robotics and the application of deep learning in the field. Simon also highlights the potential of gecko adhesive technology for gripping and handling objects in logistics. The co...
Jun 22, 2023•46 min•Ep. 41
HIGHLIGHTS The pivotal experiences of Joe's journey Making the chaos work to your benefit Should I do it myself or seek a partner to fulfillment for me? You can now get a WMS that is affordable and you can implement quickly The customer is your most important stakeholder Utilize software that helps you do your job QUOTES Focus on what's going to drive revenue - Joe: "I think that's really the question you have to answer for yourself, "What do you want to do? Do you want to be great at fulfillmen...
Jun 12, 2023•44 min•Ep. 40
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Andreu Marco, Former Global SVP of Supply Chain at Burberry. Transforming luxury brands with the approach of innovation in tech and strategy can mean a world of difference, especially in today's time. Andreu shares his insights on the importance of customer centricity and how this can propel your performance overall. ABOUT ANDREU Andreu Marco has Over 25 years of End to End Retail SC experience with leading Luxury, fashion, retail, and F...
Jun 05, 2023•44 min•Ep. 39
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Brittain Ladd, Strategy Advisor Shatranj Capital Partners. Amazon is technically one of the biggest players in the eCommerce space, so you would not expect them to make pretty crucial mistakes when it comes to online grocery retail. Aside from explaining why this is the case, Brittain takes us through a master class of online retail overall in today's episode! ABOUT BRITTAIN Brittain has 20 years of experience in supply chain management ...
May 29, 2023•37 min•Ep. 38
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Erin Van Zeeland, Chief Commercial Officer and Group SVP/GM of Logistics at Schneider. A lot has changed for providers of transportation and logistics services over the pandemic. Erin shares her insights on sustainability in the trucking and distribution management industries and how much the space has been evolving over time. ABOUT ERIN Erin Van Zeeland is the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Logistics at Schneider, a premie...
May 22, 2023•45 min•Ep. 37
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Kevin Lawton, Founder of The New Warehouse. Today, he talks about the innovations that are starting to take over warehousing operations today. Kevin shares how he started his podcast and how the warehousing space has changed over time with the emergence of technology. From AI and computer vision being utilized in training to more practical applications on the job. He also discusses how he got into the micro-fulfillment space and what he ...
May 17, 2023•46 min•Ep. 36
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Mark Delaney, Vice President of Global Industry Strategy at FourKites. Making sure that customers' expectations are met every time they come to your store is much harder than it sounds. Mark talks about the overall value of visibility not only for customer experience but for more efficient processes on the business side. ABOUT MARK Mark Delaney is currently VP Industry Strategy at FourKites. In this role, he engages with retailers’ C-lev...
May 15, 2023•41 min•Ep. 35
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Sucharita Kodali, Vice President and Principal Analyst at Forrester Research. Today, she shares a wealth of knowledge on retail and the consumer goods space. We go through topics including trends in the ecommerce and retail world today, strategies for retention and improvement, and the potential of technology in the space. ABOUT SUCHARITA Sucharita serves digital business strategy professionals. She is an expert in e-commerce, omnichanne...
May 08, 2023•44 min•Ep. 34
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Scott Weiss, Vice President Technical Sales-Warehousing and Distribution Services at Maersk North America. Today, he shares his thoughts on why many brands and 3PL relationships end up falling apart and how to approach issues that arise within the partnership. ABOUT SCOTT Scott Weiss has over 25 years of 3PL warehouse and distribution leadership experience. As Vice President of Technical Sales, Scott oversees the Warehouse and Distributi...
May 01, 2023•23 min•Ep. 33
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Josh Jewett, Operating Partner at NewRoad Capital Partners. Today, he shares his time and experience in working with enterprises and exploring opportunities in supply chain and operations using the technological advancements of today. He also shares his thoughts on professional services and how they interact with logistics overall. ABOUT JOSH Josh Jewett is an operating partner at NewRoad Capital Partners, a private equity firm investing...
Apr 24, 2023•20 min•Ep. 32
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Patrick Nikoletich and Nima Elyassi-Rad, the CTO and the Vice President of Global Business Development of Shippo respectively. We sit with the amazing duo to talk about understanding fulfillment from different perspectives, creating a great delivery experience, and the innovations shaping the space for businesses and consumers alike. ABOUT PATRICK AND NIMA Patrick is a technology executive and founder. He currently serves as the Chief Te...
Apr 17, 2023•28 min•Ep. 31
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Prashant Shah, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Swag Up at Prologis Ventures. Today, he shares his from being part of the Marine Corps to now leading businesses in the supply chain side. Prashant talks about what he learned in the military that has transitioned through the supply chain and logistics side of his career today. He also shares insights on driving growth while also making sure to reduce costs at the same time. ABOUT PRASHANT Pra...
Apr 10, 2023•36 min•Ep. 30
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome William O’Donnell, Managing Director at Prologis Ventures. Today, he shares his expertise in supply chain technology and real estate and adjusting to the changes in these spaces. William gives a few insights on the Silicon Vally Bank failure before diving deep into supply chain logistics technology. How it's slowly becoming a C-suite priority, learning from and adjusting to adjacent industries, and what it could like for the rest of the ...
Apr 03, 2023•45 min•Ep. 29
In today's episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Supriya Iyer, Director of Google Global Networking Supply Chain & Commercial Operations at Google. For this part of our Women in Supply Chain, Retail, and Ecommerce series, we dive into the power of value chain, establishing reliable partnerships, and operating network at scale. Supriya talks about the need for transparency and establishing connections, especially with today's global ecosystem in supply chain. She shares her insigh...
Mar 29, 2023•44 min•Ep. 28
In today's episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Alicemarie Geoffrion, President of Packaging for DHL Supply Chain in North America. For this part of our Women in Supply Chain, Retail, and Ecommerce series, we dive into packaging operations and what has changed for the packaging space over the last few years. Alicemarie talks about the different innovations and practices that are now shaping packaging operations today. She shares her insights on the automation and technology trends b...
Mar 20, 2023•43 min•Ep. 27
In today's episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Melissa Minkow, Director of Retail Strategy at CI&T. For this part of our Women in Supply Chain, Retail, and Ecommerce series, we talk about the role of consumer insights when it comes to success in retail. Melissa shares her early experience with Target Canada and how doing retail coverage at a global research company essentially widened her perspective on retail and commerce overall. She also dives deep into the various models we...
Mar 15, 2023•34 min•Ep. 26
This episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast is the first in our series, Women in Supply Chain, Retail, and Ecommerce running for the month of March. Today, we welcome Stephanie Cannon, SVP Operations Excellence and Collaborative Innovation at Pitney Bowes. Stephanie talks about her leadership role at Pitney Bowes and her experience in handling multiple functions including automation and systems innovation, ops excellence, workforce optimization, and more. She also discusses how they integrate aut...
Mar 07, 2023•42 min•Ep. 25
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Ben Emmrich, Co-Founder and CEO of Tusk Logistics. Today, he talks about how delivery providers can provide the most value not only for their own service but also for their shippers. Ben shares his experiences and insights in the small parcel industry and the philosophy behind Tusk. He discusses the importance of carrier diversification and the strategic roles that regional and national carriers have been playing for the last 10 or so ye...
Feb 13, 2023•33 min•Ep. 24
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Sandra MacQuillan, Chief Supply Chain Officer of Mondelēz International. Today, she shares her experience in supply chain leadership and provides meaningful insights to excel in this field. She talks about how it was leading Mondelēz at the beginning and during the pandemic and the regional differences between Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America when it came to innovation in supply chain efforts. Sandra also shares advice on b...
Feb 06, 2023•46 min•Ep. 23
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Essa Al-Saleh, CEO and Board Member of Volta Trucks. Today, Essa shares his experience as a leader in the logistics space and how he used this background to innovate in the electric fleet market. He talks about building a culture as a leader that encourages creativity and drive especially during challenging moments like economic crises. He also tackles how fleet owners and operators can smoothly transition to the electric models from the...
Jan 30, 2023•42 min•Ep. 22
Dan Coll and Ninaad Acharya welcome Mike Simpson, Vice President of E-Commerce at NFI, joined for this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast. They discussed Mike's impressive career, which began with him serving in the Army and went on to include him becoming President of Retail and E-Commerce for Jenko, which was later acquired by FedEx and is now known as FedEx Supply Chain. Mike is now the executive sponsor for NFI Veterans Committee and is leading FedEx's expansion in the E-Commerce fulfillm...
Jan 23, 2023•39 min•Ep. 21
For this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Sarah Scudder, Chief Marketing Officer of SourceDay and host of the What the Duck podcast. Today, Sarah digs into building partnerships between suppliers and procurement organizations. She discusses how the sheer volume of orders makes first-mile critical in the operations of manufacturers and the role of technology in automating manual processes. Sarah also gives actionable tips on how to build partnerships, from hiring the right talent...
Jan 16, 2023•45 min•Ep. 20
