Transform Talks: The Supply Chain Transformation Podcast

In this episode, "Transforming Supply Chains: Building Resilience in a Disruptive Era," we explore the challenges and opportunities facing supply chain leaders today. This episode features an insightful discussion with Dr. Arne Flemming, Senior Vice President of Corporate Supply Chain and Global Logistics Services at Bosch, and Frank Arnold, VP of Intelligent Supply Chain Germany at Capgemini Invent. The conversation highlights the need for continuous adaptation and innovation in supply chain management. Key topics include: The growing importance of servitization in supply chain management How to navigate the complexity of a large, established organization The impact of technological advancements like Generative AI on supply chain planning Building a future-proof supply chain that can adapt to disruptions By sharing their experiences and insights, Arne and Frank provide valuable guidance for businesses seeking to build more resilient and efficient supply chains. ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca…

In this episode of Transform Talks featuring Tom Krause, author of the book "If Your Culture Could Talk" we discuss the importance of culture in organizational transformation, particularly within the supply chain domain. Key Points: Culture is the Hidden Impediment: Many supply chain transformation efforts fail due to cultural issues. A nebulous definition of culture makes it difficult to address. Culture as Infrastructure: Tom suggests viewing culture as infrastructure, like information flow and decision-making processes. This allows for measurement and improvement. Quantifying Culture: While traditional surveys are often ineffective, there are ways to measure cultural variables through subgroups and regular feedback mechanisms. Decision-Making and Cognitive Biases: Analysing decision-making processes helps identify cognitive biases leading to catastrophes. Collective Intelligence and Leadership: Collaborative decision-making that fosters open communication and utilizes a diverse range of perspectives leads…

This is episode #215 - The Misconceptions of Building Resilient Supply Chains with Harry McCarney from Hack & Craft On this episode of Transform Talks, I am joined by In this episode we discuss: Moving beyond the myth of perfect prediction: The discussion will explore why focusing solely on accurate forecasting can be a misconception in building resilient supply chains. Human expertise and digital models: The conversation will highlight the importance of a balanced approach, integrating human expertise alongside digital tools for a more robust supply chain. Beyond just cost reduction: The potential drawbacks of solely relying on strategies that prioritize only cost reduction in supply chain management. Digital models for all players: The podcast will delve into the role of digital models for the entire supply chain ecosystem, including suppliers, distribution centres, retailers, and customers. Hack and Craft: Facilitating change: The episode will explore how Hack and Craft work with innovation directors to…

On this episode of Transform Talks,, I am joined by Mourad Tamoud, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Schneider Electric where we explore the rise of digitization and artificial intelligence (AI), and how they're transforming supply chain management. In this episode you will hear about Schneider Electric’s innovative approach to tackling these challenges and ensuring supply chain success in a complex global landscape. In this episode we discuss: The new global equilibrium and its impact on supply chains The rise of digitization and AI in supply chain management Rethinking supply chain operations for resilience Building visibility across the entire supply chain Schneider Electric's approach to navigating supply chain challenges …and much more. ↓ FIND OUT ABOUT TFEST24 IN EUROPE ↓ The destination for supply chain transformation. Find out who else is attending below: https://lp.futureinsights.org/tfest24-homepage ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/…

On this episode of Transform Talks, I am joined by Eric Enselme, a supply chain and innovation management expert with experience of leading multiple global supply chains. Eric is an accomplished executive specializing in innovation and supply chain management with a career spanning three decades at Procter & Gamble. In this episode we discuss: The importance of supply chain resilience and agility How supply networks are adapting to disruptions (e.g., rethinking global vs regional sourcing) The rise of cyber threats targeting industrial operations (e.g., ransomware attacks) The impact of climate change on supply chains How to navigate an ever-changing regulatory landscape The priorities for supply chain leaders in the next five years …and much more. ↓ FIND OUT ABOUT TFEST24 IN EUROPE ↓ The destination for supply chain transformation. Find out who else is attending below: https://lp.futureinsights.org/tfest24-homepage ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host)…

On this episode of Transform Talks, I am joined by Nina Anttila, the Chief Supply Chain Officer at verkkokauppa.com. Nina is a Customer focused E2E Supply Chain Management expert with international experience, particularly interested in Supply Chain Management, Sourcing and Logistics, processes, tools and systems and how to continuously improve efficiency by using data and leading people and organizations to new heights. In this episode we discuss: The negative impacts of siloed data on supply chain management. Strategies for breaking down silos and promoting data sharing. The role of control towers in managing complex supply chain networks. The importance of data for effective control tower operations. The types of data critical for managing a supply network. …and much more. ↓ FIND OUT ABOUT TFEST24 IN EUROPE ↓ The destination for supply chain transformation. Find out who else is attending below: https://lp.futureinsights.org/tfest24-homepage ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host)…

On this episode of Transform Talks, I am joined by Aamir Shaukat the Chief Supply Chain Officer at Fiskars Group and a leader who understands the power of collaboration across the entire supply chain and beyond. Aamir is responsible for the Group wide leadership of full operations and end to end supply chain incl sourcing, manufacturing, engineering, planning, logistics and QEHS. In this episode we discuss: The importance of cross-functional collaboration and top-down leadership alignment How to achieve successful transformation with shared goals The benefits of a collaborative and aligned organisational culture …and much more. ↓ FIND OUT ABOUT TFEST24 IN EUROPE ↓ The destination for supply chain transformation. Find out who else is attending below: https://lp.futureinsights.org/tfest24-homepage ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US ONLINE ↓ https://futureinsights.org/…

On this episode of Transform Talks, I am joined by Nuno Miller, the Digital COO of N Brown Group, a leading online retailer of fashion and homeware products. In this episode we discuss: In the supply chain, while technical skills are important, most digital transformations fail because they neglect the human element. How leaders play a crucial role in driving cultural change and buy-in from all levels. Why employees need to grasp the "why" behind the transformation and how it different from the current state. Why effectively informing employees about the transformation principles and goals is essential for any transformation project. …and much more. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. ↓ FIND OUT ABOUT TFEST24 IN EUROPE ↓ The destination for supply chain transformation. Find out who else is attending below: https://lp.futureinsights.org/tfest24-homepage ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host)…

In this episode of Transform Talks I am joined by Stephen Tonks the Chief Supply Chain Officer at Fujikura Automotive who has 35 years of experience working within a number of purchasing and supply chain roles. From purchasing and sustainability to supply chain mapping and capacity planning, this episode unpacks the practical steps of transformation initiatives and the importance of cross-functional team collaboration. In this episode we discuss: How breaking down departmental silos and fostering cross-functional teamwork fuels efficient transformation. The strategies required to overcome leadership hurdles and achieve buy-in for your transformation plan. The practical steps of transformation initiatives and the importance of cross-functional team collaboration. The importance of integrating customer insights into your transformation journey. …and much more. Listen to the full episode now and discover the strategies to build a collaborative, cross-functional team, secure top leadership buyin and navigate…

On this episode of Transform Talks, I am joined by Brigitte Michaud, the Senior Vice President of Business Transformation at Stada Group. Brigitte has a strong track record of designing and executing high-degree transformations in the end-to-end supply chain ecosystem. In this episode we discuss: How to identify and overcome potential pitfalls during your supply chain transformation. Key tactics for effective communication with leadership and creative approaches to change management structure. How to empower your team and leverage new tools like S/4HANA for real-time insights. …and much more. Listen to the full episode now and discover how to transform your supply chain by adopting a people-centric approach, while also utilising new and emerging tools and technologies as part of your transformation journey. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. ↓ FIND OUT ABOUT TFEST24 IN EUROPE ↓ The destination for supply chain transformation. Find out…

On this episode of Transform Talks, I am joined by Nico Nuerbchen, the Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain Management at Olympus Corporation. In this episode, we discuss: The key hurdles companies face when automating their supply chains. Why successful transformation hinges on clear communication and well-defined strategies. How automation empowers your team to move beyond transactional tasks and focus on strategic initiatives. And we'll discuss the exciting world of predictive maintenance and how automation unlocks valuable data insights. …and much more. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US ONLINE ↓ https://futureinsights.org/ https://futureinsights.org/transform-talks/ Get more on-demand supply chain content https://sctvplus.com/pages/sctv-individual…

On this episode of Transform Talks, I am joined by the Head of Ocean at FourKites, Mike Deangelis. In this episode we discuss: How visibility solutions act as bridges, bringing in additional data sources. How end-to-end data is crucial, including ETAs and pre-planning for each facility. How to gain complete control and ensure on-time deliveries. The need to move beyond port-to-port tracking. …and much more. Mike DeAngelis is Head of Ocean at FourKites. He drives strategy and innovation around FourKites’ ocean solutions. A proven industry leader, DeAngelis served as General Manager and Head of Product Management at Maersk, Senior VP of global carrier strategy at WiseTech Global, and was most recently Senior Director of Growth, Ocean, at project44. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks…

Darcy MacClaren is a multi-award-winning strategic global leader who has spent 30 years growing, differentiating, and improving businesses through technology transformation, with a focus on supply chains. Over the last twelve years, she has held various leadership roles at SAP. Today, she serves as the Chief Revenue Officer of SAP Digital Supply Chain, overseeing the global supply chain business and helping companies build resilient, agile, and sustainable supply chains. On this week's episode of Transform Talks, Darcy and Maria discuss: Whether generative AI is deserving of the buzz it’s generated and what supply chains stand to gain from its adoption The inherent challenges and pitfalls of operationalizing transformational change in global supply chains The five indispensable skills and characteristics that future supply chain leaders must possess to effectively harness technologies like generative AI, paving the way for more efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. The importance of recruiting…

Richard Howells has been working in the ERP, supply chain management and manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP’s ERP, Finance and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, industry 4.0, digitization and sustainability. Richard has implemented ERP and supply chain management systems at Nestle, Gillette, and Colgate Palmolive. On this week's episode of Transform Talks, Richard and Maria discuss: The prominent disruptors and areas of focus for supply chain leaders post-covid to 2023 Predictions on the biggest problem areas and opportunities for leaders in 2024 and beyond Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. ↓ RICHARD HOWELLS ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardjhowells/ Get a free copy of the SAP Supply Chain Resilience report and de-risk your supply chain in 2024…

Chris Ortega is the CEO of Fresh FP&A, a leading fractional CFO and advisory services firm that provides businesses with the right tools to transform and scale their finance organisation. Chris started his career in public accounting at EY and has since gone on to accumulate more than 17 years of experience in accounting and finance. On this week's episode Chris and Maria discuss: The biggest challenges and opportunities facing CFOs today. How AI is impacting Finance. The skills and qualities that CFOs will need in order to be successful in the future. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Chris Ortega ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/freshcfo/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US ONLINE ↓ https://futureinsights.org/ https://futureinsights.org/transform-talks/…

Jacqueline Krage Strako is Chief Commerce and Business Solutions Officer and Executive Vice President of the United States Postal Service. Jacqueline began her career in 1989 as an industrial engineer. In the 35 years since she has held multiple positions within the Postal Service including Budget and Financial Analyst, Area Finance Manager and Chief Customer and Marketing Officer. Jacqueline is currently responsible for developing shipping products and commercial solutions and leading business development for over $30 billion in shipping revenue. On this week's episode Jacqueline and Maria discuss: Jacqueline's role at USPS The work that has gone into the Delivering for America transformation project The best way to create clear career pathways for women in Supply Chain Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Jacqueline Krage Strako ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-strako/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON…

Sasha Pailet Koff is the Senior Vice President, Digital Supply Chain at Dell Technologies. Sasha has over two decades of experience spanning a series of leadership positions helping organisations solve complex business challenges. In fact prior to joining Dell Sasha worked for the likes of Johnson & Johnson, Rohm & Haas (now Dow), Accenture, and at The White House. Sasha is currently responsible for leading Dell's global digital supply chain function with the ultimate goal of maximising operational efficiency while reducing costs and improving the customer experience. On this week's episode Sasha and Maria discuss: Her time interning at The White House. How AI will unlock a new wave of creativity. Practical advice for women who want to pursue a career in Supply Chain. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Sasha Pailet Koff ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasha-pailet-koff-5429323/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON…

Gabriel Villablanca Sr was born in the North of Chile in 1935. He began his working career as a homicide detective, following in his father's footsteps. At the age of 35 he decided to completely transform his life and join the aviation industry, where he remained until his retirement. The dictatorship in Chile made working in this industry extremely difficult and Mr. Villablanca moved his young family to the United States in the mid 1970’s to continue working in the industry at the time of fast paced innovation. During his career, Mr. Villablanca ran several charter airlines for the tourism industry before moving on to run cargo airlines transporting automotive parts from Latin America to service the American automotive industry. Mr. Villablanca retired in his mid 70’s and began another career. At this point, he had moved back to Chile and begun teaching English to young children and business executives. He is an avid Miami Heat and Miami Dolphins fan. Mr. Villablanca has three daughters, one son, 5…

Sabine Mueller is the CEO & EVP at DHL Consulting, an independent management consultancy dedicated to creating value for Deutsche Post DHL Group, its customers and external companies. Sabine has spent the past 20 years helping supply chain leaders navigate the changes created by digital transformation, the impact of emerging technologies, new work modes, and the need to operate sustainably. Sabine also works tirelessly to help female leaders succeed by promoting more diversity and inclusion in management teams. On this week's episode Sabine and Maria discuss: The best way to promote diversity in the workplace. Why change needs to come from the top. The role AI will play in implementing forward thinking ideas. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Sabine Mueller ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/muellersabine13/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host)…

Amir Ghannad is a leadership development specialist, international keynote speaker and the founder of The Ghannad Group, which offers speaking, workshop facilitation, executive coaching and consulting services, focused on guiding leaders in creating cultures that deliver breakthrough results and unprecedented fulfilment. For over 31 years, Amir led multi-functional, multinational teams in manufacturing and Supply Chain roles in a variety of business situations in the US, Asia, and Europe with companies such as Procter and Gamble and Campbell Soup Company. Amir is also the author of The Transformative Leader, a book which explores how to harness your inner leader. On this week's episode Amir and Maria discuss: His experience at ASCM Connect 2023 The difference between a leader and a transformative leader How to transform culture by positively influencing your peers Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every…

Harald Emberger is the Chief Supply Chain Officer at Beiersdorf, one of the world's leading FMCG companies, whose brands include Nivea, Eucerin and Tesa. Prior to joining the company Harald held several different leadership roles with both Unilever PLC and Mars Inc, including Head of the Supply Chains for the Americas and Europe. Since joining Beiersdorf in 2015, Harald has been focused on growing the company's end-to-end supply chain. On this week's episode Harald and Maria discuss: The impact Beiersdorf's new production centre has had on the business. Why the Supply Chain should be taking more risks when it comes to talent. How a cyber attack changed the company's fortunes. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Harald Emberger ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/harald-emberger-8604a98/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks…

Dr. Wolfgang M. Partsch is a pioneer in Supply Chain Management and an internationally recognized thought leader in this field. Throughout his 30+ years in international consulting he has managed major projects in industries such as consumer products, chemical, pharmaceutical, electronics and automotive. Dr. Wolfgang has also authored dozens of Thought Leadership Papers in Supply Chain Management. Earlier this year he released his latest book, Breakthrough Supply Chains, which examines how companies and nations can thrive and prosper in an uncertain world. On this week's episode Dr. Wolfgang and Maria discuss: The problems facing the Supply Chain today. How to redesign Supply Chains so that they can thrive in this new world. His new book, Breakthrough Supply Chains. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Dr. Wolfgang Partsch ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-wolfgang-m-partsch-843966/ ↓…

Ayesha Simons is the Sr. Director, Supplier Diversity and Global Project Management at Colgate Palmolive, one of the world's leading global consumer products companies. All in all Ayesha has worked for Colgate for 15 years and held several leadership roles in Global Project Management as well as Global and Regional Packaging Engineering roles within Global Supply Chain. Her current role sees her lead the development and implementation of strategies to enable the success of diverse owned businesses and deliver a world class Colgate Supplier Diversity program. Prior to joining Colgate Ayesha worked for Kraft Foods for 10 years leading teams in product and packaging development. On this week's episode Ayesha and Maria discuss: Colgate-Palmolive's Supplier Diversity Transformation Program. How to balance supplier diversity with the company's wider corporate goals. How to get more women into STEM. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New…

Marisa Farabaugh is the SVP & Chief Supply Chain Officer at AdventHealth. Marisa joined AdventHealth in July 2019. Prior to this, she held several roles within the healthcare supply chain, most recently as the Chief Supply Chain Officer for Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. During her career Marisa has also held positions with the University of Florida Health and The Hershey Company. On this week's episode Marisa and Maria discuss: The role faith plays in the business decision making process. How to implement ESG initiatives in a healthcare supply chain. The best way to build meaningful professional relationships. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Marisa Farabaugh ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisa-farabaugh-43327412/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND…

Anand Medepalli is the Chief Product Officer at Shippeo, a global leader in real-time multimodal transportation visibility. Anand has over 25 years of experience as a trusted advisor with leading companies in product strategies, commercial account strategies, and asset planning decisions in transportation, supply chain, and financial services. He has spent much of his career advising companies and defining innovative solutions to drive their growth. Before Shippeo, Anand was Head of AI Solutions at ServiceNow, following the acquisition of Element AI, where he was Head of Products. Previous to this experience, Anand worked for several years at Blue Yonder, as the VP of Retail Planning products. On this week's episode Anand and Maria discuss: What people get wrong about Visibility. What a resilient Supply Chain looks like. Why Supply Chain Management has fundamentally shifted. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released…

In this special monthly round-up episode of Transform Talks, Maria looks back at some of the best moments from July. For those of you that are interested in listening back to the full episodes, the excerpts were taken from the following podcasts: #189 - Francesca Gamboni on how to succeed in Supply Chain Management #190 - Cheryl Capps on Maintaining high standards during periods of disruption #191 - Kurt Ritter on how to operationalize sustainability initiatives #192 - Bindiya Vakil on how risks are shaping the Supply Chain Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US ONLINE ↓ https://futureinsights.org/ https://futureinsights.org/transform-talks/ Get more on-demand supply chain content https://sctvplus.com/pages/sctv-individual…

Bindiya Vakil is the CEO and co-founder of Resilinc. Founded in 2010, Resilinc is a leading cloud provider for supply chain and risk management that currently works with over 450 thousand suppliers in 200 countries. Prior to launching Resilinc, Bindiya worked for the likes of Cisco, Flextronics and MIT. As a supply chain expert, Bindiya has appeared on nationally syndicated TV, radio, and print media and in 2013 was named a Top Female Supply Chain Executive by Supply & Demand Chain Executive. On this week's episode Bindiya and Maria discuss: What it is like running a business in Supply Chain. The impact that new regulations such as CSDD ESG legislation will have on the Supply Chain. What the future holds for Resilinc. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Bindiya Vakil ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bindiya-vakil-resilinc/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host)…

Kurt Ritter is the VP and General Manager Sustainability North America at The Coca Cola Company, one of the world’s largest beverage companies. In total the company offers 500 brands in more than 200 countries and territories. These of course include Fanta, Sprite and vitaminwater. Kurt has worked for Coca Cola for over 15 years and is currently responsible for overseeing the company's North American sustainability initiatives. On this week's episode Kurt and Maria discuss: His key takeaways from the recent Circularity event. The work that is going into achieving Coca Cola’s ambitious ESG goals. The thought process behind the company's recent Recycled Records campaign. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Kurt Ritter ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurt-ritter-29a193a/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks…

Cheryl Capps is the Senior VP & Chief Supply Chain Officer at Corning Incorporated, one of the world's leading innovators in materials science. Cheryl has over 35 years of diverse leadership experience in manufacturing, supply chain and business management. Prior to joining Corning, Cheryl worked in several senior manufacturing and supply chain roles most notably with Bristol Myers Squibb. Since joining Corning in 2011, Cheryl has worked to transform the company’s global supply chain into a competitive advantage for Corning, enabling innovation, growth, and financial success. On this week's episode Cheryl and Maria discuss: The work that has gone into making their shared service model a reality. The idea that how you do things is just as important as what you accomplish. What Corning has been able to achieve as a result of launching Project Proteus. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Cheryl…

Francesca Gamboni is a Supply Chain executive with over 30 years experience in supply chain management, manufacturing and procurement. In her time, Francesca has worked in a diverse number of industries including Automotive, Pharmaceutical, Oil & Gas, Pulp & Paper, Aerospace, Aluminium and Cosmetics. Throughout her career she has worked for some of the most prestigious brands in the world such as PWC, Robert Bosch, Renault-Nissan, L'Oréal and PSA-Stellantis. On this week's episode Francesca and Maria discuss: The key to her success in so many different industries. The best way to manage diverse teams. Advice she has for the next generation of supply chain leaders Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Francesca Gamboni ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-gamboni-225b141/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks…

In this special monthly round-up episode of Transform Talks, Maria looks back at some of the best moments from June. For those of you that are interested in listening back to the full episodes, the excerpts were taken from the following podcasts: #185 - David Strauss on how a connected Supply Chain helps you become resilient #186 - Dr Wayne Visser on why it is time to start reframing sustainability #187 - Meaghan Ziemba on how she became a Maven of Manufacturing #188 - Lynn Torrel on how the True Demand initiative will help improve forecasting Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US ONLINE ↓ https://futureinsights.org/ https://futureinsights.org/transform-talks/ Get more on-demand supply chain content…

Lynn Torrel is the Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer of global supply chain & manufacturing solutions provider, Flex. Lynn is responsible for direct and indirect materials, transportation and logistics, business operations, materials management and strategic supply chain management. Prior to joining Flex, Lynn held several leadership roles at Avnet spanning global supply chain solutions, strategic accounts and semiconductor business development, among others. In May 2019, she was named one of the Outstanding Women in Business by the Phoenix Business Journal. On this week's episode Lynn and Maria discuss: The True Demand Initiative. The responsibility customers have when it comes to improving demand forecasts. Why it is time for the Supply Chain to come together. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Lynn Torrel ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynntorrel/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria…

Meaghan Ziemba is a technical writer, brand storyteller, and marketer for industrial manufacturers. As the owner of Z-ink Solutions, Meaghan provides the industry with copywriting and copyediting services. As well as this she is also the host of Mavens of Manufacturing, a live video broadcast series, which focuses on women in the sector. Its mission is to attract younger generations to join manufacturing or engineering career pathways to help close the skills and gender gaps. On this week's episode Meaghan and Maria discuss: Her love of Whisky. The best way to address the topic of diversity. Who she looks up to in the manufacturing content space. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ ASCM Connect Europe ↓ https://eu.eventscloud.com/website/10720/about ↓ Meaghan Ziemba ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/meaghan-ziemba/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host)…

Dr Wayne Visser is a globally recognized academic, public speaker and author. Dr Wayne’s work has taken him to 78 countries in the past 30 years. In that time he has worked with over 200 clients, ranging from Coca-Cola, Dell, DHL and HSBC to the United Nations Environment Programme and the World Bank. Dr Visser sees his mission as helping to bring about transformative thinking and action in business and society. His latest book, Thriving: The Breakthrough Movement to Regenerate Nature, Society and the Economy explores how innovation can regenerate nature, society, and the economy by taking us from degradation to restoration of ecosystems. On this week's episode Dr Wayne and Maria discuss: Dr Wayne’s love of shirin yoku/forest bathing. The motivation behind writing his new book. Why the future will be better than we think. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Dr Wayne Visser ↓…

David Strauss is the VP, Strategic Partner & Enterprise Solutions at e2open, the supply chain software platform that enables the world’s largest companies to transform the way they make, move, and sell goods and services. David has over 20 years experience working for international supply chain software companies. In fact, prior to joining e2open David spent nearly a decade supporting the global chemical industry at Elemica. Since joining e2open in 2014 David has been focused on working with the company's strategic partners to bring the value of e2open’s best-in-class, end-to-end cloud-based supply chain platform. On this week's episode David and Maria discuss: The key takeaways from the recent e2open Connect European Summit How resiliency has become a buzzword in supply chain management What resiliency actually means in 2023 Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ David Strauss ↓…

In this special monthly round-up episode of Transform Talks, Maria looks back at some of the best moments from May. For those of you that are interested in listening back to the full episodes, the excerpts were taken from the following podcasts: #180 - Joe Sullivan on the importance of being a resource to your audience #181 - Aaron Prather discusses the future of Automation & Robotics #182 - Amy Englemark on how to prevent burnout and stay on top of your game #183 - David Yang on why every company will become a logistics company #184 - Jim Vinoski on how the energy transition is impacting manufacturing Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US ONLINE ↓ https://futureinsights.org/ https://futureinsights.org/transform-talks/ Get…

Jim Vinoski is an industry executive who has spent decades in manufacturing, focusing predominantly on engineering, operations, and management. During his 30-year career he has helped companies such as Ralston-Purina and General Mills make products ranging from food to plastics and paints to bourbon. Jim is currently the president of Cosgrove Content, which provides writing and editing services. As well as this he writes a regular column for Forbes magazine and hosts the Manufacturing Talks podcast, where he interviews the movers and shakers in the industrial world. On this week's episode Jim and Maria discuss: His love of 80’s heavy metal music. Why the pivot away from reliable energy is fraught with challenges. What the ideal energy set-up looks like Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Jim Vinoski ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimvinoski/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host)…

David Yang is a Partner at Activant Capital, a global investment firm that partners with high-growth companies that seek to transform commerce. Since the firm’s inception in 2015, Activant has invested in more than 25 private and public start-ups including market-leading companies such as Deliverr, Better.com and Bolt. Last year the firm released a report in which they claim that every company will soon become a logistics company. On this week's episode David and Maria discuss: The key takeaways from that report. The role fintech's will play in solving the biggest pain points in logistics. Avoiding the shiny new object syndrome. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ David Yang ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjyang/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US…

Amy Englemark is a Speaker, Author, Consultant and Business Coach. Amy coaches ambitious executive leaders on how to prioritise personal health and happiness without sacrificing financial security, productivity or family connection. Last year Amy released a book titled, From Burnout to Bliss: The 21-Day Plan To Boost Health, Wealth & Happiness, which provides actionable advice on how to decompress and find your bliss. On this week's episode Amy and Maria discuss: The signs that leaders should look out for, which may indicate that they are experiencing some underlying stress. What is missing from the current way in which the corporate sector talks about and handles the topic of mental health. Why the journey towards happiness is not straight forward. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Home Delivery World ↓ www.terrapinn.com/conference/home-delivery-world ↓ Amy Engelmark ↓…

Aaron Prather is the Director, Robotics & Autonomous Systems Program at ASTM International, one of the world’s largest and most established standards creating organisations. Prior to joining ASTM Aaron spent almost 27 years working for FedEX. During his time there he held various positions, including Senior Technical Advisor. Aaron is now focused on helping the Robotics Industry to grow and expand through standardisation, workforce development, and research efforts. In his current role he works with researchers, manufacturers, integrators, and end users to develop support structures that speed up deployments. On this week's episode Aaron and Maria discuss: The common misconceptions around robotics. How small & medium size companies should tackle the move towards industrial automation. The progress that has been made in RaaS. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Aaron Prather ↓…

Joe Sullivan is the Founder of industrial marketing agency, Gorilla 76. Joe has worked as a manufacturing marketing consultant for over 10 years. In that time he has helped countless B2B manufacturers grow through revenue-focused marketing programs. Joe is also the host of The Manufacturing Executive podcast. The show focuses on the successes and struggles of manufacturing leaders. On this week's episode Joe and Maria discuss: The latest innovations in manufacturing The importance of marketing in manufacturing How senior manufacturing leaders can get better at marketing Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Joe Sullivan ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gorilla76joe/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US ONLINE ↓ https://futureinsights.org/…

In this special monthly round-up episode of Transform Talks, Maria looks back at some of the best moments from April. For those of you that are interested in listening back to the full episodes, the excerpts were taken from the following podcasts: #176 - Ieke le Blanc & Freek Aertsen on how ChatGPT is reshaping the way we do business #177 - Mathew Elenjickal and Marc Boileau on the importance of End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility #178 - Stephan Sieber on how to leverage platform innovations to overcome Supply Chain Challenges #179 - John Dyck on the democratisation of Smart Manufacturing Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US ONLINE ↓ https://futureinsights.org/ https://futureinsights.org/transform-talks/ Get more on-demand…

John Dyck is the CEO of CESMII, the Smart Manufacturing Institute. Prior to joining CESMII, John held senior leadership positions in large corporations like GE and Rockwell Automation. He was also effective in raising VC funding and building a successful software start-up called Activplant. In 2020 he was recognised by the Society of Manufacturing Engineering as one of ‘30 Leaders Transforming Manufacturing in the USA.’ On this week's episode John and Maria discuss: The key principles of Smart Manufacturing Why the US is still lagging behind How to help manufacturers transition into this new era of manufacturing. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ John Dyck ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnsdyck/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/ Transform Talks https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/transform-talks/ ↓ FIND US ONLINE ↓…

Stephan Sieber is the CEO of Transporeon, one of the world's leading Transportation Management Platforms. Prior to joining Transporeon Stephan spent 13 years working for SAP in a number of senior management roles before going on to shape the development of ERP provider Unit4. Stephan now focuses on growing Transporeon's global freight network, which includes +1,300 industrial shippers, +100 large retailers and +145,000 carriers and logistics service providers, which as a result makes it the largest network of its kind. On this week's episode Stephan and Maria discuss: The art of keeping things simple. How to leverage platform innovations to overcome supply chain challenges. What the future holds for the Supply Chain. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Stephan Sieber ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-sieber-ceo-transporeon/ ↓ FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN ↓ Maria Villablanca (Host)…

Joining us this week are Mathew Joseph Elenjickal and Marc Boileau from FourKites, the world's leading supply chain intelligence platform. Founded in 2014 FourKites delivers real-time visibility and execution for over 1200 companies and third-party logistics firms across 200 countries. Using a patented artificial intelligence to calculate shipment arrival times, FourKites enables customers to lower operating costs, improve on-time performance, and strengthen end-customer relationships. On this week's episode Mathew, Marc and Maria discuss: The trends in the European supply chain industry. The specific challenges that European supply chain leaders are facing at the moment. The innovations we can expect to see in the Supply Chain in the next 12/18 months. Make sure to like and subscribe to Transform Talks to never miss the supply chain conversations that matter. New episodes are released every Wednesday. ↓ Mathew Joseph Elenjickal ↓ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattelenjickal/ ↓ Marc Boileau ↓…

In this session, we're joined by Lufthansa Cargo's CIO, Jochen Gottelmann, to discuss Lufthansa Cargo's accelerated leap to digital throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. For many companies, managing through the Covid-19 crisis has been the priority. For Lufthansa Cargo, however, digitalization has continued to take precedence, alongside daily firefighting. Watch this podcast to hear Lufthansa Cargo's impressive digitalization story from the man who has been spearheading it. About the Speaker After studies and a Ph.D. in mathematics, physics, computer sciences, and economics in Mainz, Germany, and Valencia, Spain, Jochen Göttelmann started his professional career as a software developer at Dresdner Kleinwort Benson. After several IT positions in reinsurance (Cologne Re) and private banking (Credit Suisse), he spent 12 years at Allianz Global Investors with European responsibility for their core IT systems. In 2015 Jochen joined Lufthansa Cargo as Chief Information Officer, now in charge of the IT of Lufthansa…

In this episode, Leslie Nicholson, SVP Supply Chain Operations and Digital Transformation at Nestle, talks to us about the rise of what she calls 'accessible leadership' amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Leslie addresses her biggest takeaways of how the pandemic has affected leadership styles and some of the positive developments she's seen first-hand from her experiences in the past year. We discuss the modern-day competencies supply chain leaders must embody during digital transformations and the common misconception that being 'technical' is a prerequisite to being 'digitally savvy' and leading successful large-scale digital transformations. About This Speaker Leslie Nicholson is SVP Supply Chain Operations and Digital Transformation at Nestlé Canada, a member of the business executive team, reporting directly to the President & CEO of Nestlé Canada. In this capacity, Leslie provides leadership and insight across the consumer value chain for Nestlé in Canada. She is responsible for the following functions:…

It’s no secret that the penetration of e-commerce has been amplified during the pandemic, with those who would traditionally shop in brick and mortar stores switching to online shopping. This has put a lot of pressure on 3PLs and postal companies to fulfil higher levels of demand with ill-equipped infrastructure, changing consumer needs, and a reduced workforce to make the deliveries. In this high-energy episode, Charles Brewer, Chief Operating Officer of Canada Post shares with us how the penetration of e-commerce during Covid-19 and infrastructure constraints have affected Canada Post's operations and customer-centricity efforts, and what the future holds for the provision of logistics. About The Speaker As Canada Post's Chief Operating Officer, Charles Brewer leads all operational aspects of Canada Post's business, including plants, delivery, engineering, network, and real estate. Charles holds an Advanced Logistics diploma from Cranfield University School of Management and has completed the Advanced…

In this special episode, Mourad Tamoud, Chief Supply Chain Officer of Schneider Electric, talks to us about the key learnings of Schneider Electric's Tailored Sustainable Connected 4.0' (TSC 4.0) transformation (2018-2020) and what's in store for Schneider Electric in their new transformation program, STRIVE (2021-2023). We learn how Schneider Electric moved up from 18th place (2016) to 4th (2020) on the Gartner Top 25 Supply Chain rankings in just four years, Mourad's predictions of what the supply chain landscape may look like in the next year, and how Schneider Electric have weathered the Covid storm. About the Speaker Mourad Tamoud joined Schneider Electric in 1997 as Supply Chain & Logistic Manager. In 2012 he became Senior VP of Global Supply Chain China, a post in which he had oversight of manufacturing and distribution operations for the region and was responsible for safety, quality, customer satisfaction, procurement, and supply chain. Having been with Schneider Electric for over 20 years, Mourad…

Kim Faulkner, Vice President, Global Demand, Systems & eCommerce-Palmolive, joins us to discuss the outcomes of Colgate-Palmolive's 2020 supply chain agility strategy and what's in store for them in their 2025 reimagine strategy. Kim shares her advice on building agility into the supply chain, arguing agility results from understanding resiliency and where your supply chain's vulnerable spots are. Kim also highlights Colgate-Palmolive's recent sustainability achievements and how sustainability will continue being the front and centre of Colgate's business strategy as they advance. About The Speaker Kim Faulkner, Vice President, Global Demand, Systems & eCommerce of Colgate-Palmolive, joins us to discuss the outcomes of Colgate-Palmolive's 2020 supply chain agility strategy and what's in store for them in their 2025 reimagine strategy. Kim shares her advice on building agility into the supply chain, arguing agility results from understanding resiliency and where your supply chain's vulnerable spots are. Kim…