Best Broker Associate Podcasts (2025)

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Barry Habib, CEO of MBS Highway, to talk about how mortgage professionals can prepare clients for optimal timing in the market—and turn planning into action when rates hit. Barry shares his strategy around “strike rates” and how leveraging this powerful tool helps…

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From Rail Roots to Leading IANA 59:20

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Anne Reinke didn’t plan on leaving the Transportation Intermediaries Association, but when the longtime IANA leader retired after more than two decades, she received an offer she couldn’t refuse. With a lifelong passion for rail and deep experience at CSX and TIA, Anne stepped into the role of President and CEO of the Intermodal Association of Nort…

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FCA’s Charlotte Clark on the firms ‘over-interpreting’ Consumer Duty, how the watchdog plans to help City firms navigate compliance, and its role in supporting firms through rapid AI adoption 30:05

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Today’s guest discusses how some wholesale financial institutions may be unnecessarily “gold-plating” their efforts to comply with the Financial Conduct Authority’s Consumer Duty regime. She details how the regulator plans to both clarify and simplify its expectations of all firms subject to the far-reaching ruleset. She also discusses the FCA’s pl…

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Episode One: Welcome to The NAMB Podcast with Hosts Ginger Bell & Matt Shields 18:28

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Welcome to the debut episode of The NAMB Podcast with hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields, brought to you by the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB). In this first conversation, Ginger and Matt share their vision for the show, why they’re passionate about bringing mortgage professionals together, and how being part of a strong community …

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Tariff Announcements - Facts! 35:07

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In this episode of the International Trade Resource Podcast, host Kim Kirkendall sits down with Ann Shipherd, owner of A.C. Ship Global Trade Law and a seasoned consultant with extensive experience in customs brokerage and trade compliance. Together, they tackle one of the most pressing and confusing issues in international trade today: understandi…

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Shipium’s Jason Murray on Delivery Promises, Multi-Carrier Playbooks, and Agentic AI 1:01:39

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Jason Murray—CEO & co-founder of Shipium and 19-year Amazon vet—joins Everything Is Logistics to unpack what really moves the needle for shippers: accurate delivery promises, multi-carrier execution, and where AI agents add real value today. We get into the “coordination layer” most retailers are missing across OMS/WMS/TMS, building a digital twin …

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Freight Fraud Action Plan for Agents 59:57

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Freight fraud is one of the biggest threats facing independent brokers today, and many agents are left without a playbook for how to respond. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe talks with Mark Funk and Shiv Narayan of SPI Logistics about building an action plan to protect agents, their customers, and their carriers. From red flags t…

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Freight Friends: Tech Mergers, Logistics SEO, and Market Shifts 39:12

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Mergers and acquisitions are reshaping the logistics tech landscape. In this episode of Freight Friends, Blythe and Grace Sharkey unpack what recent deals mean for the industry, how SEO strategies are shifting under AI pressure, and what freight markets could look like in the coming months. They also explore the ripple effects for carriers, shipper…

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Building CargoRex’s Associations Hub: Who It’s For and What It Solves 34:01

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This solo episode of Everything is Logistics pulls back the curtain on CargoRex’s new Associations directory—why we built it, who it serves, and how to use it to find the right freight, logistics, and supply chain associations for your goals. You’ll hear the product decisions behind the category (taxonomy, search, and selection criteria), the probl…

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How To Step Into Leadership with Jennifer Viano, TRAR Board of Directors President-Elect, Managing Broker/Owner Town Center Realty 23:47

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In this inspiring episode, we dive into the power of getting involved in REALTOR® Association leadership with special guest Jennifer Viano, TRAR Board of Directors President-Elect and Managing Broker/Owner of Town Center Realty in Joliet. Jennifer shares her journey from new agent to managing broker/owner and now president-elect of the Three Rivers…

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Trade Associations & Trade Policy 34:16

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In this episode of the International Trade Resource Podcast, host Kim Kirkendall chats with Ed Brzytwa, Vice President of International Trade at the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). With experience spanning the Department of Commerce, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, and multiple trade associations, Ed brings deep insight into the…

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Building The New Silk Road in Space with CisLunar Joe Pawelski 1:04:56

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Before we can build a base on the Moon, we need something even more important than astronauts: a supply chain. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we're exploring the "New Silk Road in Space" with Joe Pawelski, CTO and co-founder of CisLunar Industries. Joe breaks down how his company is developing the infrastructure to support in-space man…

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Special episode: How to track non-financial misconduct within your business with Smarsh's Shaun Hurst and former Standard Chartered surveillance chief Emily Wright 29:52

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Today’s episode is a special one produced in association with Smarsh, a technology firm providing global financial institutions with the tools to capture, store, and monitor their communications. It also marks the launch of a new Following the Rules series providing practical, actionable guidance to help listeners and the financial services firms t…

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What It Takes to Build a Driver-First Freight Business 1:02:13

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The logistics industry can often feel like a numbers game, but Linda Carrion is here to remind us it’s always been about the people, especially the drivers. In this episode, Linda shares how she went from medical assistant to CEO of two freight companies, why her approach to leadership is grounded in empathy, and how local networks like the Propell…

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Mark Watson, SVB’s former management governance head, on the crisis policymakers, regulators, and financial institutions are sleepwalking into and how to avoid it 30:20

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Today’s guest outlines where governments and financial regulators are going wrong in their supervision of the sector. He details where he sees potentially systemic risks mounting and he explains what banks, financial institutions and their supervisors can do now to prevent a significant blow-up from occurring on their watch. Mark Watson is a govern…

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Freight Friends: Warehouse Drones, Market Shifts, and Logistics Biz Favorites 1:46:06

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Drones are doing a lot more than flying packages. They’re quietly transforming how warehouses operate behind the scenes. In this episode of Freight Friends, Grace Sharkey and Blythe explore how drones are being used in logistics operations both inside and outside the warehouse, what the second half of 2025 might look like for freight, and the freig…

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Save Packaging Costs & Tariffs 32:59

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In this episode of the International Trade Resource Podcast, host Kim Kirkendall chats with Ying Lu, founder of Blue Lake Packaging and former global operations leader at Apple. With a rich background in industrial engineering and a passion for sustainable design, Ying brings a practical, design-forward perspective to a topic many companies overloo…

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FMSB CEO Myles McGuinness on his plans to help the City tackle non-financial misconduct, and bolstering the standard setters' future in an increasingly polarised world 33:22

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Today’s guest explains why global standards for financial conduct could help counter the risk of rising regulatory fragmentation - providing, as he puts it, “the glue to hold diverging rule books together.” He outlines how a robust governance framework could help financial institutions better tackle toxic workplace behaviour. He explains why he bel…

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The Talent Shift Happening in Freight 46:12

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What happens when the company you helped grow suddenly shuts down? For Mia Mazel, it sparked the launch of a brand new one, Talento. Recorded live at TMSA Elevate in Austin, this conversation with Mia explores her journey from grad student to logistics leader, how she navigated the closure of Sworkz, and how Talento is redefining nearshore staffing…

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AI in the Background, Brokers in Control 50:35

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If you're still relying on check calls and spreadsheets to track freight, you're already behind. In this episode, Chain’s EVP of Sales, Kevin Coomes, joins the show to break down how his team is building AI-powered tools that make life easier for freight brokers, from exception management to proactive customer communication. We also dig into the or…

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Picture Perfect Sales: Why Professional Photography Pays Off for REALTORS® and Sellers - Plus Tips from the Pros! 37:09

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In today’s episode, Christie and Joe dive into the world of real estate marketing with Corey Krakowski, co-founder of Vizimage Productions, LLC, a media company specializing in real estate photography, videography, and visual marketing tools. Corey shares his expert insight on how professional photography can make or break a listing in today's digi…

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How to Do Business in Space With Kelli Kedis Ogborn 1:18:26

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What if the final frontier isn’t as far away as it seems? In this episode, Kelli Kedis Ogborn, VP of Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship at the Space Foundation, breaks down how space is no longer just about astronauts and satellites. It’s an economic engine already driving trillions in opportunity. From reusable rockets to orbital infrastructure a…

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Leverage Your Customs Broker Expertise 32:58

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Today on the International Trade Resources Podcast, our host Kim Kirkendall is joined by Nathan Reed, a licensed customs broker and Director of Customs and Foreign Trade, to discuss the importance of knowledgeable and reliable customs brokers. Navigating the complexities of international trade regulations and customs compliance can be complex, and …

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The Freight Sales Formula That Still Wins 37:59

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What does it take to build trust in freight? In this episode, recorded live at TMSA Elevate in Austin, Texas, SPI Logistics' CRO Senior Vice President, Mike Mikulik, joins Blythe to share the freight fundamentals that never go out of style, like proving your worth, asking better questions, and why breaking bread still beats fancy tech. Whether you'…

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Jillien Flores of the Managed Funds Association on how rulemakers can best rethink overly-onerous regulations for alternative asset managers, and the "misguided" policies they should avoid 32:48

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Today’s guest calls on regulators and policymakers to stop seeking to regulate alternative asset managers like they’re banks. She details how policymakers can best rethink the regulatory framework for the non-bank sector to benefit not only alternative asset managers but also the financial sector more broadly. And she explains how a push to harmoni…

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5 Things We Learned at TMSA Elevate 2025 59:47

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What happens when freight’s brightest minds in sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship unpack the biggest shifts in logistics? Recorded live at TMSA Elevate 2025, this episode features Charlie Saffro (CS Recruiting), RJ Finnegan (SPI Logistics), and Anthony Pagnotto (Mohawk Global) as they share the biggest takeaways from the conference, including h…

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6 Things I Learned On a DHL Tour 1:33:58

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What does the future of logistics really look like? In this episode, host Blythe Milligan shares details on her recent behind-the-scenes tour of DHL’s Export Facility and Innovation Center in Chicago. From sorting 10,000 packages an hour with only a dozen employees to integrating robotics and generative AI, the tour demonstrates how tech and transp…

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Freight Friends Reunion: How Orderful is Shaking Up EDI 1:16:32

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Is EDI broken or just misunderstood? In this reunion episode of Freight Friends, Blythe Brumleve welcomes Grace Sharkey back to the mic to talk about her new role at Orderful, the state of freight media, and why so many companies are still struggling with EDI integrations. From customer horror stories to a Christmas Eve miracle involving Walmart, G…

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Edwin Schooling Latter, ex-FCA regulator now Mizuho's UK compliance head, on the reforms that could unlock "big savings" and the lessons we missed from recent failures of major financial institutions 41:25

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Today’s guest pinpoints the “very technical” but overly complex regulatory requirements underpinning financial markets that he believes regulators could rethink to generate “big savings” for both themselves and the market participants they oversee. He discusses the lessons he would like to see industry players take on board and the changes he belie…

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Clear The Clutter: Expert Tips to Organize Your Home and Keep It That Way! 43:59

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In this episode of The Real Estate Ripple, hosts Megan Wendtland and Christie Murawski, are joined by Kris Todd and Laura Cunningham from KAT Organizing & Relocation Solutions. Together, they dive into the emotional and practical sides of home organization—whether you’re staging a home to sell, helping aging loved ones transition, or just trying to…

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Negotiating With Customer on Duties & Tariffs 33:10

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In this episode of the International Trade Resource Podcast, host Kim Kirkendall chats with international marketing consultant Kathryn Read, dialing in from Vienna to unpack the art and science of negotiating import duties and tariffs. They kick off by discussing who traditionally bears the cost of import duties under common Incoterms and why build…

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PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series- Kareen Boyadjian, VP of UW at Tokio Marine HCC – Cyber & Professional Lines Group 26:57

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The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads, and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction. In this episode our host, Spencer Houldin, Managin…

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The Supply Chain Is the Product 34:19

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Your brand isn’t just your logo or your tagline. It’s your supply chain. In this solo episode, Blythe breaks down her recent BBC appearance and expands on a bold new thesis: your supply chain isn’t just a backend function. It’s the product. From viral TikToks to luxury handbag knockoffs, this episode explores why today’s buyers are more concerned t…

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ESMA chair Verena Ross on her to-do list for 2025, simplifying the EU financial rulebook, and life at the helm of the watchdog 44:51

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Today’s guest discusses the European Securities and Markets Authority’s to-do list for 2025, and she explains the regulator’s priorities as it responds to an EU-wide effort to simplify the bloc’s rulebook. She outlines ESMA’s expectations of market participants subject to its landmark reforms on digital operational resilience and crypto-assets and …

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Research Reveals How Many Marketers Are Using AI 1:10:53

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We’ve all heard the hype about AI, but what’s actually happening behind the scenes? In this episode, Blythe breaks down two major studies that reveal how marketers are really using AI tools, where they’re struggling, and what’s coming next. If you're trying to figure out what to adopt (and what to ignore), this episode offers a blueprint for smart …

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Importer Liabilities & Risk 34:06

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In this episode of the International Trade Resource Podcast, host Kim Kirkendall chats with Emmet McGovern, a seasoned trade compliance expert about the often-overlooked but critically important world of importer liabilities and risks. Together, they unpack the role of the Importer of Record, explaining how legal responsibility for declaring goods,…

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Freight Tech in Real Life: How SPI Logistics Builds for 2025 1:04:58

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Most freight tech stacks are a tangled mess of tools that don’t talk to each other. Ezequiel Peralta, VP of Technology at SPI Logistics, is working to fix that. This episode strips away the hype and digs into what it really takes to build functional, secure, and scalable freight systems. Peralta shares how SPI is moving beyond the TMS-first mindset…

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Unlocking Freight Capacity on Inland Waterways with OpenTug 39:08

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Barges move over 70 percent of U.S. grain and can carry the equivalent of 4,000 truckloads with a single tugboat. Yet this massive freight channel has remained invisible to most supply chains due to outdated systems and zero visibility. In this episode, OpenTug CEO Jason Aristides shares how his team is digitizing barge and tug operations with GPS …

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Capstone's Mathew Gilbert on navigating Trump 2.0, and the regulatory changes needed to drive "tangible" growth in the UK and EU 27:05

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Today’s guest outlines how he expects financial services regulators in the UK and European Union to react to President Trump’s increasingly erratic policymaking. He details the regulatory changes he believes are needed to ensure the UK government achieves its growth mission and he highlights what Brussels must get right if the EU is serious about r…

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Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month with Cleo Aquino, President of the Greater Chicago Chapter of AREAA 27:02

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Podcast Show Notes: Episode Title: Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month with Cleo Aquino of AREAA Episode Summary: Christy and Joe welcome Cleo Aquino, President of the Greater Chicago Chapter of the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA), to discuss her personal and professional journey, the mission of AREAA, and the impact of advocacy in r…

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Why Your Routing Guide Is Failing 1:02:14

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The freight market doesn’t work the way most people think it does, and Chris Caplice is here to explain why. As the Chief Scientist at DAT Freight & Analytics and Executive Director of MIT’s FreightLab, Chris has spent years studying the breakdowns in routing guides, the myth of economies of scale, and why AI isn’t a magic bullet for bad freight st…

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Using Podcasting for Customer Education 52:44

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Business owner, podcast host, and SPI Logistics freight agent Dave Gulas is back on the show to talk about how he uses podcasting to create content for his customers and leads. By using education, he’s able to stay top of mind and earn future opportunities by delivering value long before the sale. From sharing entrepreneurial stories to building le…

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How I Used AI to Decode Tariff Chaos 1:00:53

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Tariff news changes by the hour, and freight pros can’t afford to fall behind. In this solo episode, Blythe shares how she used AI tools to get smart on global trade policy fast and prep for a talk on tariffs with real confidence. From building a research system to generating a podcast from her notes, Blythe walks through the AI workflows that help…

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Country of Origin Analysis 32:40

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In this episode of the International Trade Resource Podcast, host Kim Kirkendall chats with Diego Montemayor, a seasoned trade compliance expert with over 15 years of global market experience. They dive deep into the sometimes confusing world of country of origin determination—especially when components are sourced, partially assembled, and finishe…

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How Tariff Shifts Are Rewriting the E-Commerce Logistics Playbook 52:14

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From de minimis drama to geopolitical trade shakeups, tariffs are doing more than raising prices, they're forcing a full rewrite of how e-commerce logistics gets done. Harshida Acharya, Chief Strategy Officer at Fulfillment IQ and host of the eCOM Logistics Podcast, joins the show to explain what these policy changes really mean for brands. If you’…

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Governance expert Vera Cherepanova on why ethics and compliance professionals need a more influential voice in the boardroom, and the obstacles standing in their way 26:51

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Today’s guest is on a mission to bring ethics and compliance to the top table. She explains why ethics and compliance professionals should be given a seat in the boardroom and what’s stopping them from getting there. She also discusses how businesses and their compliance executives can best navigate today’s increasingly fragmented regulatory enviro…

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Special Edition - Midland States Bank, Presenting Sponsor of The Three Rivers Home Expo! 15:47

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In this special episode of The Real Estate Ripple, Joe and Christy sit down with Chris Marconi, a dedicated lender from Midland States Bank, the presenting sponsor of the upcoming Three Rivers Home Expo. Chris shares valuable insights on the current real estate market, tools and resources for buyers and sellers, and how Midland is supporting homeow…

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How Logistics Veterans Should Be Thinking About AI with David Bell 50:39

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AI is being hyped as the magic bullet for supply chains—but what happens when your infrastructure isn’t ready to support it? In this episode, Blythe Brumleve chats with David Bell, CEO of Cloneops.ai, about the cold, hard realities of deploying AI in logistics. From unreliable data pipelines to the complexity of nearshoring, David breaks down what’…