Best The LAB Miami Podcasts (2025)

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Sustainability with Intention: Izzie Ali on Ethical Supply Chains at Coyuchi 28:33

8d ago28:33

28:33

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter interview Izzie Ali, Director of Operations at Coyuchi. Izzie shares insights into his career journey, the importance of sustainability in supply chain management, and Coyuchi's commitment to eco-friendly practices. He discusses the company's innovative program that…

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Small Actions, Lasting Change: Kate Williams with 1% for the Planet 39:09

22d ago39:09

39:09

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, host Kristi Porter interviews Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet. Kate shares insights into her background, the importance of environmental sustainability, and the mission of 1% for the Planet, which encourages businesses to donate 1% of their revenues to environmental causes. The discussion highligh…

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The Future of Purpose-Driven Business: Insights from B Lab U.S. & Canada's Jorge Fontanez 40:49

1M ago40:49

40:49

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome Jorge Fontanez, CEO of B Lab U.S. and Canada, to the show. Jorge discusses his background, the growth and impact of B Lab, and the importance of B Corp certification. Listen as Jorge emphasizes the role of community, continuous improvement, and aligning busi…

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Cotopaxi - Democratizing Sustainability 43:08

2M ago43:08

43:08

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose ®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome Annie Agle, VP of Impact and Sustainability at Cotopaxi to the show. Annie shares her journey from growing up in Park City, Utah, to her role at Cotopaxi, emphasizing her passion for sustainability and her personal experience with neurodiversity. She discus…

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Building a Business with Heart: How Jordi Ricart and Curated Prioritize Purpose Over Profit 51:33

2M ago51:33

51:33

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter interview Jordi Ricart, co-founder of Curated. Jordi shares his journey from Barcelona to Miami, detailing his early career in various industries and the challenges he faced in the luxury car business. He recounts the pivotal moment when a mentor's belief in him led…

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Tech, Leadership, and Conscious Capitalism: Roosevelt Giles with EndPoint Ventures 56:24

3M ago56:24

56:24

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter interview Roosevelt Giles, Founder and CEO of Endpoint Ventures and Chairman at Stakeholder Impact Foundation. Giles shares his journey from a humble beginning as the son of sharecroppers to becoming a tech expert, conscious capitalist, and marathon runner. He discu…

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Dive Into Purpose: Miami’s B Corp Ocaquatics Swim School Making an Impact 43:27

3M ago43:27

43:27

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter interview Miren Oca, founder of B Corp certified Ocaquatics Swim School. Miren shares her journey from aspiring orthopedic surgeon to successful entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of leadership, purpose, and community impact. Ocaquatics, which teaches lifesavin…

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Leveraging Logistics for Valencia: Panel with Logistics Experts 45:36

4M ago45:36

45:36

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Nuria Sierra discuss the recent devastating floods in Valencia, Spain, and the logistics community's response. They are joined by a panel of local leaders, including Justo Marmol from Translog Overseas, Maxim Molina from Tancomed, Arturo Torres from Matteco, and Laura Pedrero fro…

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Logistics with Purpose Classic- Humanitarian Logistics: Empathy in Action featuring Christelle Delenclos with Maersk Project Logistics 44:44

4M ago44:44

44:44

In this classic episode of Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter are joined by Christelle Delenclos, Senior Director for Aid & Relief for NAM at A.P. Moller-Maersk. Christelle shares her inspiring journey from France to her role today, highlighting pivotal moments and the power of empathy instilled by her grandmother. The …

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Empowering Women: Marissa Fayer's Mission for Health Equity with HERhealthEQ 53:22

4M ago53:22

53:22

Marissa Fayer, CEO and founder of HERhealthEQ, joins hosts Enrique Alvarez and Sofia Rivas in this episode of Logistics with Purpose to discuss the critical intersection of technology and healthcare, particularly in advancing women's health equity. With a mission to provide essential medical equipment to developing countries, Marissa emphasizes the…

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B Corp with Lift Economy: Building Purpose-Driven Success 40:26

5M ago40:26

40:26

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter interview Ryan Honeyman, partner at Lift Economy, co-host of the Beyond the B and Next Economy Now podcasts, and author of the B Corp Handbook. Ryan shares insights on using business as a force for good, the challenges and benefits of B Corp certification, and the im…

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From Earth to Space: How Space for Humanity and Aisha Said are Democratizing Space Travel 37:18

5M ago37:18

37:18

Space for Humanity is revolutionizing access to space travel by launching the planet's first sponsored citizen astronaut program, aiming to send 10,000 diverse individuals to space over the next decade. In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, host Kristi Porter and Aisha Said, the director of Human Experience at Space for Humanity, delve into th…

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Transforming Lives: Behind the Scenes of Organ Donation 56:51

6M ago56:51

56:51

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, presented by Vector Global Logistics in partnership with Supply Chain Now, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Wade Stiles interview John Bruens, founder and CEO of Global Transplant Solutions (GTS). John shares his journey from a professional soccer player to a biochemist and eventually a successful entrepreneur in…

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Juicing for Change: Transforming Health with Arden's Garden 42:44

6M ago42:44

42:44

With a focus on creating nutritious products and promoting healthy living, Leslie Sims, CEO of Arden's Garden, joins hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter for this episode of Logistics with Purpose. In this interview, Leslie shares her inspiring journey of health, wellness, and entrepreneurship, while also emphasizing the importance of accessibil…

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Transforming Global Health: Kelly Hamblin's Journey at the Gates Foundation 52:34

7M ago52:34

52:34

Join us for an enlightening conversation in this episode of Logistics with Purpose as hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter are joined by Kelly Hamblin, a senior program officer at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. With a focus on the critical role of supply chains in global health, particularly in vaccine delivery, Hamblin shares her extens…

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Generous Leadership in Action: Insights from Joe Davis on Feedback, Vulnerability, and Inclusivity 46:15

7M ago46:15

46:15

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome Joe Davis to the show, Managing Director and Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and author of "The Generous Leader." Listen in as Davis shares insights from his extensive career, emphasizing the importance of feedback, vulnerability, and inclusi…

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Building a Sustainable Skincare Brand: Patrice Mousseau with Satya Organic 49:19

8M ago49:19

49:19

In this new, inspiring episode of Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter have a conversation with Patrice Mousseau, founder and CEO of Satya Organic Skincare. The episode delves into Patrice's journey from a small-town upbringing and diverse career paths, including social services, modeling, and journalism, to becoming an e…

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Logistics with Purpose Classic: Leading a Revolution by Paying a Dollar a Pound with Paul Rice, Founder and CEO, Fair Trade USA 43:26

8M ago43:26

43:26

Paul Rice fell in love with Nicaragua when he was there doing research for his senior thesis at Yale. But the more time he spent in the country, the more disillusioned he became with the traditional government-funded, top-down approach to economic development. He heard about the fair trade movement gaining steam in Europe and decided to try the mod…

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Innovation for Humanity: Better Shelter's Solution for Displaced Communities 56:43

9M ago56:43

56:43

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, host Kristi Porter welcomes Johan Karlsson, managing director at Better Shelter, to the show. Better Shelter is a company that provides durable and dignified shelters for displaced people, and Karlsson discusses his background in design and how it led him to work in humanitarian shelter projects. Listen in…

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Logistics with Purpose Classic: Reinventing Emergency Disaster Relief feat. David Burke from Team Rubicon 42:44

9M ago42:44

42:44

Team Rubicon has been in operation for 13 years, during which time they have worked in 1,100 different disasters or crises across the country and around the world. The premise of the organization is that military veterans have great experience that can be applied in a disaster relief context and that the military culture and ethos – a bias for acti…

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Chocolate and Family: The Recipe of Success ft. Elaine Read and Matt Weyandt with Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate 1:06:53

10M ago1:06:53

1:06:53

Elaine Read & Matt Weyandt have stamped the most important values from their previous careers into every facet of their craft chocolate manufacturing business. In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, host Kristi Porter welcomes Elaine Read and Matt Weyandt, co-founders of Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate. The Atlanta-based company sources cacao di…

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Logistics with Purpose Classic: You Can’t Learn a New Trick If You’re Not Willing to Fall with Supergoop! CEO Amanda Baldwin 47:06

11M ago47:06

47:06

There are few opportunities in the world to combine creativity with analytics like those presented by the beauty industry. Because of this, Supergoop! CEO Amanda Baldwin had the courage to pivot from successful roles in banking and private equity to become an entrepreneur – even surprising herself. In this classic Logistics with Purpose episode, sh…

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From Industry to Impact: Tackling Global Challenges with Strategic Design featuring Paulina Garza Gordoa 32:17

11M ago32:17

32:17

In this new episode of Logistics With Purpose, hosts Luisa Garcia and Astrid Aubert welcome Paulina Garza Gordoa, the director of Institutional Development at Un Kilo de Ayuda (One Kilo of Help), to the show. Paulina shares her journey from being an industrial designer to working in the social sector, emphasizing the importance of strategic design …

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Turning Passion into Purpose: Daniel Shemtob's Entrepreneurial Journey 29:47

11M ago29:47

29:47

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, host Enrique Alvarez welcomes Daniel Shemtob, CEO of Snibbs, to discuss his journey from restaurateur to entrepreneur. Shemtob shared his experiences of starting his first business at 19, learning the importance of passion in entrepreneurship, and the success of his food truck business, The Lime Truck. He …

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From Sales Guru to Somatic Leader: Jon Berghoff's Journey to Redefining Leadership 1:09:45

12M ago1:09:45

1:09:45

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, John Berghoff, CEO of Exchange, a company dedicated to unlocking potential at scale through leadership development and large group facilitation, joins host Enrique Alvarez for a discussion about his journey and the importance of conscious leadership. Listen in as Berghoff shares his experiences growing up …

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Earth Month Special: Cultivating Sustainability with The Cheeky Panda 33:29

1y ago33:29

33:29

As we conclude the celebration of Earth Month in 2024, hosts Kristi Porter and Nuria Sierra welcome you to this episode of Logistics With Purpose, as Chris Forbes, co-founder of The Cheeky Panda, discusses the company's journey and commitment to sustainability. The Cheeky Panda, a UK-based startup, produces household products like toilet paper and …

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Isa Paz- Latin Recording Academy 41:16

1y ago41:16

41:16

Isabel C. Paz is the newly appointed Member Services Director at The Latin Recording Academy®. In her role she merges more than 20 years of industry expertise to provide upmost service to new and existing members, actively retaining, and growing a diverse membership body while strategically implementing campaigns motivating active and ongoing parti…

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Navigating Purpose: Innovations in Sustainable Shipping 33:29

1y ago33:29

33:29

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, co-hosts Enrique Alvarez and Nuria Sierra shine a spotlight on organizations dedicated to making a positive impact. Their guest, Christina Aleixendri, shares her journey with bound4blue, a company developing automated wind-assisted propulsion systems for ships. Christina's story encompasses her transition …

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Diana "Didi" Contreras: Miami-based artist & muralist 33:45

1y ago33:45

33:45

In this episode of Girls Gone Boss Podcast we feature Diana "Didi" Contreras, Miami-based artist & muralist. We dive deep into her amazing work and get and in depth look into the mind of an artist and creative. Didi has navigated through the male dominated space by paying homage to womanhood and love, creating unique pieces that have made her a wel…

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Saving Goals and Changing Lives: Hope Solo's Journey from Soccer Star to Social Advocate 44:51

1y ago44:51

44:51

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome former US Women's soccer team goalkeeper Hope Solo to the show! Hope discusses her career, her advocacy for women's rights and gender equality, and her involvement with the Homeless World Cup. Listen in as she shares her journey from a young girl with a passi…

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Brigitte Hall: Me + 1 (BFF Edition) 54:38

1y ago54:38

54:38

BFF Edition: These special episodes highlight some of my best friends who I admire and who have been pivotal in making me into the woman that I am today! Just want to give my people their flowers while they are here and for my GGB fam to get to know my tribe!This week's BFF Edition is dedicated to my girl Brigitte Hall, a wonder woman who is a jack…

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100th Episode of Logistics With Purpose® 45:41

1y ago45:41

45:41

Join us as we celebrate the 100th episode of the Logistics with Purpose podcast! This special episode, hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter of Vector Global Logistics, features many special guests, including Scott Luton of Supply Chain Now, Kelly Cobb with Bombas, Julie Forsyth with Partners for World Health, and so many more. Listen in as E…

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Brittany Berger: Mindful Music Lab 33:51

1y ago33:51

33:51

In this episode of Girls Gone Boss Podcast we feature Brittany Berger, author, entrepreneur and spiritual healer and owner of the Mindful Music Lab. Brittany's mission is to help heal the music industry via a one-of-a kind, immersive recording studio and mindful spiritual space for artists and creatives. Her goal is to raise awareness on the import…

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Revolutionizing Communication: Unleashing the Power of Purpose with Sam Horne, Part 2 56:11

1y ago56:11

56:11

Sam Horn is on a mission to help people create quality communications that add value for all involved. Are you ready to join her and embrace positive change? In the second part of a dynamic two-part interview on Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter are joined by the captivating Sam Horn- a keynote speaker, bestselling aut…

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Revolutionizing Communication: Unleashing the Power of Purpose with Sam Horn, Part 1 40:59

1y ago40:59

40:59

Sam Horn is on a mission to help people create quality communications that add value for all involved. Are you ready to join her and embrace positive change? In this first part of a dynamic two-part interview on Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter are joined by the captivating Sam Horn- a keynote speaker, bestselling aut…

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Transforming Business with Purpose: Insights from Aaron Edwards of The Charles Group 50:07

1y ago50:07

50:07

In this episode of "Logistics with Purpose," hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome Aaron Edwards, CEO of the Charles Group, to the show. Aaron shares his journey from finance to advertising, the evolution of his agency, and exciting initiatives like PeduL and First Close. Listen in as their conversation touches on talent retention, work c…

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Sustainable Innovation and Beyond: Atul Vir's Trailblazing Odyssey in International Entrepreneurship 45:03

1+ y ago45:03

45:03

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kevin Brown welcome Atul Vir, President of Equator Advanced Appliances to the show, to share his remarkable journey from a military boarding school in India to international entrepreneurship. He discusses key experiences, including navigating a coup, starting Equator, and collabor…

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Charitable Impact: Redefining Surplus for Social Good 55:45

1+ y ago55:45

55:45

In the first new Logistics with Purpose podcast episode of 2024, hosts Monica Aurora Roesch and Noria Sierra welcome Kaitlin Marian to the show, with In Kind Direct, a charity focused on preventing surplus products from going to waste by distributing them to charities in need across the UK. Kaitlin shares her journey from a corporate career to In K…

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Humanitarian Logistics: Empathy in Action featuring Christelle Delenclos with Maersk Project Logistics 44:44

1+ y ago44:44

44:44

In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter are joined by Christelle Delenclos, Senior Director for Aid & Relief for NAM at A.P. Moller-Maersk. Christelle shares her inspiring journey from France to her role today, highlighting pivotal moments and the power of empathy instilled by her grandmother. The conversa…

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Flying High and Flying Low with Caroline Troit, SVP Operations Luxe, L'Oreal 49:06

1+ y ago49:06

49:06

Operations and supply chain management are a science that require a lot of experience and technical know-how to lead – especially on a global scale. But people management is a science too, one that is often more challenging than the others. Caroline Troit leads Operations for the Luxe division of L’Oréal North America. She has end-to-end operationa…

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Logistics with Purpose Classic: Distributing the Gift of Giving at Scale with Jenise Steverdin 46:14

1+ y ago46:14

46:14

Whether helping Toms scale shoe delivery from a million pairs to 50 million or delivering 78,000 masks to healthcare workers during COVID, Gifts for Good Chief Impact Officer Jenise Steverding has found a way throughout her career to meld her knack for logistics with a propensity for giving back - and for that, we (and the world at large) are very …

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Giving Voice to Supply Chain Bootstrappers with Nate Shutes 47:31

1+ y ago47:31

47:31

In a discipline as rich, deep, and broad as supply chain, it is no wonder that there are also a million entrepreneurial stories waiting to be told – and heard. Nate Shutes, VP Global Fulfillment & Logistics for Blu Dot, has more than 20 years of industry experience working for shippers, carriers, and 3PLs in a variety of roles. He is also the host …

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Hosting a Global Water Party with John DeYoung, Founder and CEO of Vivoblu Inc 1:39:56

1+ y ago1:39:56

1:39:56

People all over the world struggle to access clean water, a necessity for survival and something that many people take for granted – but not John DeYoung, Founder and CEO, Vivoblu Inc. Since he was a teenager, he has wanted to make a difference in the world. His story began in the slum streets of South Korea, but today he is blessed to serve childr…

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Hitting the Open Road to Gain Focus with Brittney Richardson 46:20

1+ y ago46:20

46:20

Sometimes the most impactful efforts start as an unexpected spark of creativity. They can quickly be forgotten or nurtured into lasting programs – but someone has to make the decision to move forward. Brittney Richardson is the Owner and CEO of Midwest Road Rescue and TheBreTV. After starting her career in law enforcement and fire rescue, she spent…

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Seeking a Higher Purpose in Business with Karen Sammon, CEO of Conscious Capitalism 1:00:24

1+ y ago1:00:24

1:00:24

While people are always listed first in the classic ‘people, process, and technology’ paradigm, when it comes to leading change, they are often considered last. That creates a situation where transformation projects may not be able to succeed, simply because the culture is too weak to support them. Karen Sammon is a committed Conscious Capitalist, …

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Autonomy Plus Accountability Equals Results with Jody Thompson, Founder and CEO of CultureRx 1:01:07

1+ y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

For a long time, corporate performance has been managed by looking at worker time and presence. Rules and policies are usually focused on employee behavior, resulting in an inefficient, broken system. While working at Best Buy, Jody Thompson started to reimagine how a workplace could be managed, emphasizing results over time and presence. Now she i…

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Savings Lives with Logistics with Ronny Elfassy, International Medical Corps 48:55

1+ y ago48:55

48:55

Healthcare needs vary the world over, and for many people, accessibility is the number one challenge - especially when disaster strikes. International Medical Corps is a large organization, with a current presence in 30 countries and a staff of about 8,000. While most of their team is local to each country, the emergency response unit is comprised …

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Action, Action, Action featuring Sam Berman, Logistics Advanced Research Center (LARC) 1:15:42

1+ y ago1:15:42

1:15:42

There are a lot of inventors and products out there, but only a few innovators and solutions. In order to develop a true solution, entrepreneurs need to think big and allow themselves to escape the conventions of the past. In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, Kristi Porter and Maureen Woolshlager are joined by Sam Berman, the Founder and CEO …

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Reinventing Emergency Disaster Relief featuring David Burke from Team Rubicon 42:44

1+ y ago42:44

42:44

Team Rubicon has been in operation for 13 years, during which time they have worked in 1,100 different disasters or crises across the country and around the world. The premise of the organization is that military veterans have great experience that can be applied in a disaster relief context and that the military culture and ethos – a bias for acti…

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Getting Goods in the Hands of the Right Partners featuring Ben Grossman, Founder of SwagCycle 48:03

2y ago48:03

48:03

Companies spend thousands and thousands of dollars on ‘swag’ or promotional merchandise every year, but what happens when they change their logo or go through an acquisition? Swag Cycle helps companies repurpose and recycle items in a responsible, ethical, and affordable way, keeping unneeded swag out of landfills. In this episode of Logistics with…

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