Private Equity in Supply Chain with John Anderson

About this episode

Brian Glick interviews John Anderson to discuss the impact of private equity on the transportation and logistics industry.

In this episode of Supply Chain Connections, Brian Glick sits down with John Anderson, Operating Partner at Greenbriar Equity, to unpack the role of private equity in the transportation and logistics industry. John shares insights from over two decades of investing in and operating supply chain businesses, offering a clear view into how private equity firms evaluate companies, create value, and drive growth. The conversation explores what private equity really means for companies and employees, how leadership and culture impact outcomes, and where technology—especially AI—is shaping the future of logistics. Key topics discussed include: * What private equity firms do and how they invest in logistics companies * How value is created through growth, operations, and M&A strategies * Why combining companies can unlock cost and revenue synergies * The importance of leadership, culture, and decision-making in PE-backed businesses * How employees can better understand and adapt to private equity ownership * The evolving role of technology and AI in supply chain operations * Why AI is more about better decision-making than just cost reduction * How time horizons influence investment…

People in this episode

Hosts: Brian Glick, Brian

Guest: John Anderson

Topics covered

• private equity
• transportation
• logistics
• company evaluation
• value creation
• leadership
• culture
• technology
• AI
• investment strategies

Keywords

• supply chain
• M&A strategies
• cost synergies
• revenue synergies
• decision-making
• automation
• innovation
• data

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