Supply Chain Connections

Margie Shapiro has led Shapiro, the Baltimore-based customs brokerage and freight forwarder her family founded in 1915, through remote work, a major tech overhaul, and one of the most turbulent tariff environments in recent memory. In this episode, she joins Brian Glick to talk about what it actually takes to keep a company culture intact through all of it. Topics covered include: * How Shapiro stayed connected and kept its culture through the shift to fully remote work * Why Margie sees AI as a tool for elevating people, not replacing them * The unresolved compliance questions customs brokers are still working through around AI tools * What it took to finally replace a legacy platform -- and what she'd tell other leaders holding on too long * How the pace of tariff change is affecting the people doing day-to-day compliance work * What customers really need from their logistics partners right now Margie Shapiro is the CEO of Shapiro, a family-owned global logistics company specializing in international freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and compliance consulting. She has spent her career helping businesses navigate the complexities of international trade and has led the company through significant modernization while keeping its relationship-first culture intact. Learn more about Shapiro [https://www.shapiro.com/] Connect with Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansglick/] Follow Chain.io on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]

In this episode, Lance Healy, Co-Founder and CEO of Freight Facts, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss: * Lance's journey into LTL technology * The evolution of APIs in freight * AI and automation in freight * FreightFacts freight scoring * The future of LTL and industry standards * Balancing work and life as a founder Lance Healy is the Co-Founder and CEO of Freight Facts, the industry's first data driven shipper scorecard relating to LTL shipping location attributes and behaviors. Prior to Freight Facts, Lance served as the VP of Innovations at Optym, that focused on developing applications for LTL Carrier line and P&D optimization. Prior to that, Lance was the Founder and President of Banyan Technology that pioneered API connections to LTL Carriers in the late 1990's. He was awarded a US patent on LTL Carrier Dynamic Pricing in 2017.Lance serves several positions on numerous industry associations including the CSCMP, Center of Excellence chair of Technology and Awards committees, and serves as a chair of Digital LTL Council workshops defining the next evolution of efficiency through APIs. Connect with Lance [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-healy-a3a361/] Explore FreightFacts [https://freightfacts.io/] Connect with Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansglick/] Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]Chain.io [http://chain.io/] on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]

In this episode, Ken Potts, Director of Global Pricing at C.H. Robinson, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss: * Operating supply chains with paperless processes * The importance of technology in supporting global pricing initiatives * How the pandemic accelerated the need for cohesive pricing * The role of AI and technology in freight forwarding Connect with Ken [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethpotts/] Connect with Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansglick/] Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]Chain.io [http://chain.io/] on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]

In this episode, Justin Kyngdon, Principal of Supply Chain Solutions at Expeditors, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss: * The importance of data, technology, and team alignment in supply chain management * Why you need a clear philosophy and collaboration between procurement and supply chain * The challenges of supply chain negotiations and partnerships * Some best practices for organizing supply chain data Justin has over 20 years of experience in the supply chain and transport industry across APAC. In his current role at Expeditors, he works on the Supply Chain Solutions team to offer professional consulting services with a focus on supply chain performance utilizing Digital Twin technology, and network performance. Connect with Justin [https://chain.io/integrations/sitetrax/] Connect with Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansglick/] Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]Chain.io [http://chain.io/] on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]

In this episode, Cesar Vence, Executive Director, U.S.-Colombia Business Council at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss: * How strong trade policy and relationships facilitate global trade and commerce * The challenges and opportunities faced by businesses in global markets * U.S. Chamber of Commerce's advocacy work for MSME's * Nearshoring vs. Farshoring and the potential benefits for small businesses * Connecting MSME and larger enterprises for trade opportunities * US.-Colombia business relations and logistics opportunities Cesar Vence is the executive director of the US Columbia Business Council at the US Chamber of Commerce and has spent most of his career working on issues of international trade, from a policy standpoint and for the promotion of small business activity for exporters in and out of the United States and Latin America. US Colombia Business Council [https://www.uschamber.com/program/international-affairs/americas/us-colombia-business-council] Connect with Cesar [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cesarvence/] Connect with Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansglick/] Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]Chain.io [http://chain.io/] on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]

In this episode, Mike Honious, President and CEO at GEODIS Americas [https://geodis.com/us-en], joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss: * The state of the international supply chain * Opportunities to grow during a supply chain recession * How technology has changed the way supply chain teams work * Approaching supply chain problems from an engineering mindset * Leadership, culture, and communication in a global organization * Creating a workplace culture that fosters collaboration and flexibility As President and CEO of GEODIS' Americas region, Mike oversees the management and growth of its multiple business units across North and South America, including contract logistics, transportation management, freight forwarding, engineering and technology, IT, ProVenture, and Material Handling Resources. Mike has served several roles over his nearly 20-year tenure at GEODIS and was most recently named President and CEO of the Americas in 2020. Today, Mike leads the region's more than 17,000 teammates across eight countries to continue offering a better way to deliver for its customers. Connect with Mike [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-honious-690a172/] Connect with Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansglick/] Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]Chain.io [http://chain.io/] on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]

In this episode, Michael Rentz, CRO at Gnosis Freight, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss: * Tech that makes customer's jobs and lives easier * Growing container volumes and data complexities * Supply chain visibility purchasing trends * The importance of relationships in the supply chain industry * FinOps challenges in international trade * Gnosis company culture, sales, and product development Michael has spent his career helping people live a better life, by moving their goods to all parts of the world. In his role as Chief Revenue Officer at Gnosis Freight, he oversees sales and growth. Connect with Michael [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gmichaelrentzjr/] Follow Gnosis [https://www.linkedin.com/company/gnosis-freight/] Connect with Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansglick/] Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]Chain.io [http://chain.io/]

In this episode, Cindy Allen, CEO and Managing Director of Trade Force Multiplier, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io [http://chain.io/], to discuss: * Cindy's journey in the trade industry, from from CJ Tower and DHL, to FedEx Trade Networks and now as founder of Trade Force Multiplier * Navigating government interactions for a small business * Prioritizing collaboration between CBP, the trade, and other government agencies * The importance of mentorship and career support in the supply chain industry Cindy Allen is an accomplished executive with over 35 years of experience in international trade, showcasing a stellar track record in navigating the complexities of governmental agency liabilities and enhancing customer satisfaction.Connect with Cindy [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-allen-a3188210/] Follow Trade Force Multiplier [https://www.linkedin.com/company/trade-force-multiplier-llc/] Connect with Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansglick/] Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]Chain.io [http://chain.io/] on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/chain.io]