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57: The Power of Supply Chain: A Global Perspective with Sofia Rivas Herrera

In this engaging conversation, Sofia Rivas Herrera shares her journey from a curious child in Guadalajara, Mexico, to a passionate advocate for supply chain management. She discusses the importance of creativity in engineering, her experiences in the supply chain industry, and her mission to amplify Latin voices. The conversation also touches on the significance of storytelling, cultural nuances in global teams, and the challenges women face in taking up space and building confidence in their careers.
Keywords: supply chain, Latin voices, storytelling, confidence, cultural nuances, engineering, creativity, women in STEM, global teams, problem-solving
 
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56: Business First Supply Chain Strategy with John Church

Supply chain leadership is the focus this week as we welcome John Church, whose career at General Mills spans over three decades of guiding everything from product development to global strategy. Known for his servant leadership style, John excels at connecting business agendas with operational execution while mentoring the next generation of industry leaders.
In this conversation, John reflects on his journey from developing Multigrain Cheerios to leading massive integrations like the Pillsbury acquisition and ultimately serving as Chief Supply Chain Officer. He shares why the basics of the industry still hold true despite changes in technology and speed, the essential nature of servant leadership, and how his transition into board leadership has provided a fresh perspective on guiding complex organizations.
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Darden Ideas to Action (2026)
Korn Ferry: Featured Insights (2025)
 
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55: Network Transformation in Supply Chain with Erin Mitchell

This week, we welcome Erin Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer of YMX Logistics. Erin describes herself as a logistics and operations nerd, someone who thrives at the intersection of people, technology, and supply chain. Erin spent over two decades at Kraft Heinz, leading major transformation projects, overseeing logistics operations, and even spearheading the design and execution of an automated Mega Distribution Center.
After building her career inside one of the world’s largest consumer packaged goods companies, Erin made the bold decision to step into the unknown. Leaving the comfort of a global enterprise to become employee number two at a startup. 
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Transportation Today: Kraft Heinz to Invest in Automated CPG Distribution Center
First Round Review: Read This Before Joining as Employee 1 to 20 at a Startup
 
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54: Gratitude in Supply Chain with Courtney and Katie

This short and sweet episode is a reminder that gratitude doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re leading a team, supporting colleagues, or simply connecting with friends and family, appreciation is free and powerful.
Join the Movement!Share your gratitude stories on Instagram or LinkedIn with #SheSupplyChains
💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Sid Meadows: Why Gratitude Is a Leadership Strategy (2026)
ADAA: Gratitude - A Mental Health Game Changer
 
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53: You Get What You Tolerate: Raising Standards in Supply Chain Leadership & Life

This week, we're diving into a powerful and transformative principle that applies to every facet of your professional and personal life. You get what you tolerate.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated by inefficiencies, or like you’re settling for "good enough," this episode is for you. Inspired by a thought from Dr. Julie Gurner, we're challenging you to reflect on where you might be tolerating "less than" in your career, from vendor relationships and team performance to your own personal growth. We’ll also cover how women leaders can model elevated expectations while maintaining empathy and inclusivity.
💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
HBR: Why Good Managers Let Bad Behaviors Slide
Forbes: How Women Leaders Can Set High Standards Without Losing Their Team
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52: Val Mack: Servant Leadership and the Heartbeat of the Supply Chain

 This week, we welcome Val Mack, a supply‑chain leader who’s worked across operations, logistics, and now people and culture. Val calls supply chain the “heartbeat” of a business, with people and leadership its heart. In this episode, Val tells the story of stepping straight from a development program into supervising factory shifts, explains the lessons of leading across generations and diverse teams, and shares practical leadership habits that keep teams healthy and productive.
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
ReFED Insights: How Food Waste Reduction Is Taking Shape In 2026
Food Logistics: Top 5 Food Waste Trends to Expect in 2026
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51: Kathy Fulton: The Power of Logistics—Applying Supply Chain Principles to Disaster Relief

This week, we welcome Kathy Fulton, Executive Director of the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN). Kathy leads the nonprofit that connects private-sector logistics capacity with disaster-impacted communities to get food, water, medical supplies, and critical services where they are needed most.
Kathy explains how ALAN decides when and where to activate, why donated services like transportation, forklifts, and warehousing often deliver far more value than boxes of unsolicited goods, and how simple supply‑chain thinking can prevent wasted effort and landfill-bound donations. She shares hard lessons from Hurricane Harvey, Puerto Rico, Maui, and recent U.S. storms, and offers practical ways individuals and companies can strengthen community resilience.
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
USAID CIDI: The Critical Role of Logistics in Humanitarian Aid
FEMA: Partnering with the Private Sector for Emergency Management
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50: 26.2 Brew and Beyond: Shelley Smith with Leadership Lessons from the Brewing Supply Chain

This week, we welcome Shelley Smith, Senior R&D and Lab Operations leader at Boston Beer Company, a chemical engineer turned brewer, one of only 28 Master Cicerones in the world, and the creator of the marathon-inspired 26.2 brew.
Shelley walks us through how a new beer goes from idea to shelf, the surprising upstream supply-chain constraints that shape production, and the R&D tactics her team uses to test quickly and scale thoughtfully. We talk yeast and flavor, the booming extremes in beer (high-alcohol flavor bombs and sophisticated non-alcoholic options), leadership lessons from long study hours to asking for help, and practical advice for founders on getting scrappy without over-scaling. 
 
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
IFT: Scaling Up - The Intersection of Food Science and Brewing Operations
IWSR: The Evolution of No- and Low-Alcohol Transitions in Craft Brewing
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49: Simone Hardeman-Jones: How to Build Trust and Resilience with Stakeholders in the Community Supply Chain

Supply chain for social impact is the focus as we welcome Simone Hardeman-Jones, a policy expert and the founding Executive Director of GreenLight Fund Twin Cities. From her time on Capitol Hill and in the Obama Administration to her current mission of transforming communities through locally driven change, Simone shares her journey of leadership and humility. This conversation highlights how listening to community voices creates the most efficient "delivery system" for lasting social impact.
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
Stanford Social Innovation Review: Using Venture Philanthropy to Scale What Works
Nonprofit Quarterly: The Power of Proximity in Social Justice Leadership
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48: Fail Fast, Pivot Faster: A Supply Chain Conversation with Carly Gunby

Building a career in the supply chain and freight tech sector is our focus as we welcome Carly Gunby, VP of Revenue at Transfix. From her beginnings as an Art History major to her current leadership role in a high-growth technology firm, Carly shares a powerful perspective on navigating this ever-changing field. Her journey highlights the importance of problem-solving, resilience, and a people-centered approach, proving that confidence and curiosity are the ultimate tools for mastering the human side of logistics.
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💻Learn more on the topics discussed here: 
FreightWaves: The Human Element in Digital Freight Brokerage
Supply Chain Dive: Why the Next Generation of Logistics Leaders Won't All Have Supply Chain Degrees
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