Micro-Fulfillment, Micro-Warehousing and Shipping Logistics with Ben Jones of Ohi
In this week's episode, we sit down with Ben Jones, Co-Founder and CEO of Ohi to talk about micro-fulfillment, micro-warehousing and the future of shipping logistics.

In this week's episode, we sit down with Ben Jones, Co-Founder and CEO of Ohi to talk about micro-fulfillment, micro-warehousing and the future of shipping logistics.
In this episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, we spoke with Priya Rajagopalan, CPO of FourKites . We discussed integrating technology to bring real-time tracking and data to the supply chain space.
*From time to time we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed.* Max Farrell, CEO of Workhound , joins Santosh to discuss how Workhound is changing the way trucking and logistics companies handle employee retention.
In this episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, we spoke with Laura Ann Howell, COO of Reliance Partners . We discussed how to know when a business needs a COO, diversity, and workplace flexibility.
*From time to time we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed.* Breton Birkhofer, Director of Investments at Prologis Ventures , joins Santosh to discuss the modern warehouse workforce, and how supply chain companies must evolve to attract top talent in the marketplace.
In the latest episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, we sat down to chat with Chris Nordh, Senior Director of Advanced Vehicle Technologies and Global Fuel Products at Ryder . We discuss electric fleets, updating electrical and physical infrastructure, and automation technology in the supply chain. The post #40: Electric Fleets, Updating Infrastructure, and Automation with Chris Nordh of Ryder appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
In this episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, we sat down with Bill Driegert, Head of Operations and Co-Founder of Uber Freight . We discussed surge pricing, understanding the market, and building a sustainable supply chain business. The post #39: Surge Pricing, Understanding the Market, and Building a Sustainable Business with Bill Driegert of Uber Freight appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
In the latest episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, we sat down with Eric Johnson, senior editor of the Journal of Commerce Technology section. We discussed the 2020 IMO regulations and the impact they have on logistics carriers, port diversification across the United States, and the potential of carriers that partner with multiple transportation management system (TMS) vendors. The post #38: Maritime Emissions Regulations, Port Diversification, and TMS Partnerships with Eric Johnson ap...
In our latest episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, we interviewed John Larkin, transportation and logistics operating partner of Clarendon Capital Management , about the cyclical nature of business, how those cycles impact the freight industry, and finding opportunity in inevitable economic dips. The post #37: Supply Chain Business Cycles, Freight Downturns, and Future Opportunity with John Larkin of Clarendon Capital appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podc...
On this episode, Santosh talks with Eric Rempel, CIO of RedWood Logistics . Eric discusses how he got into the Supply Chain Industry, and what he sees in building the future of TMS. The post Re-Air: Talking TMS with Eric Rempel appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast .
In the latest episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, we sat down with Tom McLeod of McLeod Software to discuss disruption, customer satisfaction, and the future of transportation. The idea of an industry being disrupted by the birth of new technology can be a frightening prospect for many organizations, but Tom shares a fresh perspective on the concept. The post #36: Disruption, Customer Satisfaction, and the Future of Transportation with Tom McLeod of McLeod Software appeared first on T...
In the latest episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, we sit down with Matt McHugh, a recent college graduate and Venture Fellow at Dynamo. We discuss Matt’s unconventional path into venture capital, essential traits of VC professionals, and some major takeaways from his first few months in the industry. The post #35: Following a Non-Traditional Path into VC with Matt McHugh of Dynamo appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
*From time to time we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed.* On this episode, Shastri Mahadeo , Founder & CEO of Union Crate sits down with Santosh to discuss his team is building powerful and flexible products to empower the consumer supply chain by leveraging artificial intelligence. The post ReAir: Empowering the Consumer Supply Chain through AI with Shastri Mahadeo appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
In this episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, we talk with Chad Eichelberger, President of Reliance Partners . Chad discusses insurance coverage for truckers and freight brokers, liability coverage in the supply chain industry, and the growing insurance market within the industry. The post #34: Insurance for Truckers and Freight Brokers with Chad Eichelberger of Reliance Partners appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
In this episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, Santosh sits down with Jon Bradford, Dynamo’s newest partner , to talk about investment opportunities in the supply chain industry. They discuss the shift from startup to B2B, fundamental similarities between supply chain and other industries, building great startup teams, and the vast array of opportunities in the industry right now. The post #33. Investment Opportunities in the Supply Chain Industry with Jon Bradford of Dynamo appeared fir...
In today’s episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, Santosh interviews Ben Gordon of Cambridge Capital . Ben and Santosh discuss how Ben got involved in the supply chain industry, investing in the supply chain, building a winning team, and strategic advice for logistics companies. The post #32: Strategic Advice for Logistics Companies with Benjamin Gordon of Cambridge Capital appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
In our latest Origins episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, Santosh spoke with Adam Fields of Arta Shipping, Inc. about what inspired him to found Arta, building an API infrastructure, and striking the right balance between logistics services and technology. The post Origins: Adam Fields of Arta Shipping, Inc. appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
Santosh interviews Henry Palmer, venture capital investor and Principal at AMPLIFIER Lab in Berlin, in the latest episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast. They discuss the supply chain industry as it relates to maritime, making investments in ocean shipping, and discussed market size and potential obstacles for incoming, early-stage companies. The post #31: Maritime Supply Chain and Investing in Ocean Shipping with Henry Palmer of AMPLIFIER Lab appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain:...
*From time to time we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed.* In this new series, Santosh digs deeper into the stories of the founders, investors, and executives we have on the show. Our first origin story is that of Stefan Seltz Axmacher from Starsky Robotics . Stefan explains how he identified the market need, and the lessons learned in building a world-class team at Starsky. The post ReAir: Origins: Stefan Seltz Axmacher of Starksy Robotics appeared ...
In this episode of the Future of Supply Chain Podcast, Santosh interviewed Zehra Akbar, Director of Strategy & Operations at SkyGrid . Zehra and Santosh discussed drone technology, safety, regulations, and industry acceptance. The post #30: Drone Regulation and Safety with Zehra Akbar of SkyGrid appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
In this episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, Santar interviewed Adam Fields, co-founder and CEO of Arta Shipping, Inc. Adam and Santosh discussed white glove logistics, the limitations of traditional parcel handlers, and the new future of e-commerce. The post #29: White Glove Logistics and the New Future of e-Commerce with Adam Fields of Arta Shipping, Inc. appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
*From time to time we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed.* On this episode, Santosh brings Ty Findley (Vice President at Pritzker Group Venture Capital ) onto the show to talk about why industrial/manufacturing companies are slow to tech adoption, and where Ty sees the new wave heading as part of “Operations 4.0.” The post Re-Air: Diving Into Operations 4.0 with Ty Findley appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
In this episode of the Future of Supply Chain podcast, Santosh talks with Barry Large, supply chain industry investor, founder, and co-founder of Access America. They discuss the origins of Access America, investing in the supply chain industry, supporting industry founders as their businesses grow and scale, and the future of automation in the industry. The post Origins: Barry Large of Access America appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
*From time to time we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed.* On this episode, Santosh talks with Ricardo Salgado (Founder & CEO of Loadsmart ) about re-architecting the truckload lifecycle with technology, and how Loadsmart has improved the shipping experience for their customers. The post Re-Air: Providing On-Demand Truckload Shipping with Ricardo Salgado appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
In our latest episode of Future of Supply Chain, Santosh sat down with Afton Capital’s Justin Hall, an industry-leading visionary, growth fanatic, five-time founder, and supply chain logistics guru. Justin and Santosh talk about Justin’s entry into the industry, tech integrations for supply chain businesses, and often-overlooked ways founders can increase their businesses’ bottom line. The post #28: Industry Disruption and Process Automation with Justin Hall appeared first on The Future of Suppl...
In each “Origins” episode, our host, Santosh, interviews industry leaders in the supply chain world, including founders, investors, and executives. Today’s episode features Guillermo Garcia of SmartHop , a web-based service that matches truckers with the load board and brokers that need their services. Guillermo talked with us about the company’s origins, how he got started in the supply chain business, and what truckers and businesses should focus on for success in the supply chain industry. Th...
In our series of “Origins” episodes, Santosh sits down with executives, founders, and investors of industry-leading supply chain businesses. On today’s episode, our guest is Dan Johnston of WorkStep . Dan dug deep into his early experience as a founder in the education space and how that translated into the supply chain industry; how he keeps his team passionate about WorkStep’s mission; and the one thing founders in the supply chain business need for success. The post Origins: Dan Johnston of W...
*From time to time we’ll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed.* On this episode, Scott Auslund (Chief Supply Chain Officer of Gulf Relay ) talks about the importance of innovation supporting the bottom line, and how companies in the industry evaluate new technology for implementation. The post Re-Air: Innovation That Drives the Bottom Line with Scott Auslund appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
On this episode, Santosh chats with Dan Johnston (CEO at Workstep ). Together, they discuss how Workstep is rebuilding the industrial hiring process by enabling workers to market their experience and abilities while connecting with companies looking for their specific skill set. The post #27: The Future of the Industrial Workforce with Dan Johnston appeared first on The Future of Supply Chain: A Dynamo Ventures Podcast ....
On this episode, Santosh chats with the Co-Founder and CEO of SmartHop , Guillermo Garcia. Guillermo and Santosh discuss how SmartHop is using artificial intelligence to enable trucking owner/operators to find and book competitive loads in their native language, and how this technology can be applied to help traditional brokerages compete with their digital counterparts. The post #26: Using A.I. to Book Loads & Empower Trucking Entrepreneurs with Guillermo Garcia appeared first on The Future...