Richard White talks about WiseTech; his entrepreneurial journey; visibility; growth through acquisition; and his vision for the industry

[07.23] An introduction to WiseTech and its vision for the industry.
[09.10] The ideal customer for WiseTech, and why scale breeds success.
[10.57] An overview of Richard’s entrepreneurial journey, how he founded WiseTech, and why he decided that this brand would be his “forever job.”
[14.11] How Richard created WiseTech’s credo, and why workplace culture is so important.
[18.18] How the pandemic changed the industry, why WiseTech were so quick to adapt, and how they are helping customers to navigate the current challenges of the ‘new normal.’
[23.07] A closer look at CargoWise, and the many and varied ways it is helping customers.
[26.43] How CargoWise helped DHL to reduce their Information Systems costs by around 200 million euros per year, and DSV to dramatically grow their company through quick and successful mergers and acquisitions.
[31.03] Why the CargoWise Partner Program was developed, and the benefits of industry collaboration.
[34.34] The complexity of visibility – why it means different things to different people, and why visibility might not be as valuable as you think.
[39.46] WiseTech's tactical acquisition strategy, why that approach is key to building a global business, and the recent acquisitions of Envase and Blume.
[47.00] The future for WiseTech.

The panel discusses emotional recovery; share their experiences & words of advice; and reflects on how we can open up conversations to better support others.

Sharon Manker talks about her career; finding community through education; advocating for change unapologetically; and successful supplier diversity programs

[07.29] Sharon’s childhood career ambition, and how she inherited her impressive drive and passion from her mother.
[08.59] Sharon’s ongoing learning journey, the importance of education, and how it led her to supply chain.
[15.10] Sharon’s role as Director of Supplier Diversity at Radian, and her plans to bring data-driven, innovative initiatives to the industry.
[15.56] The current challenges within supplier diversity, and the importance of advocates in bridging the gap to bring large corporates and small diverse businesses together.
[22.41] How Sharon became a contributing author to Drexel University Black Alumni Council’s unique book "A Legacy to Share," and a sneak peek at her upcoming book.
[25.10] Sharon discusses Juneteenth – what it is, why it’s so important, and what she’s doing to mark the occasion this year.
[30.36] Why Sharon is so passionate about pursuing roles on boards and committees and championing women and under-represented voices.
[34.04] Sharon’s experience as a woman across her 20 years in supply chain, how important other women have been to her career, and how the landscape of the industry is changing.
[35.53] The difference between mentors and sponsors, and the many and varied mentors that continue to play an important role in Sharon’s career development.
[39.04] Sharon’s advice for companies looking to better support women and diverse voices in the industry.
[40.30] The future for Sharon.

Jonas Krumland chats about Logward; improving relationships through integration; and the importance of changing mindsets, as well as building great software

[07.24] Jonas's background, and why he founded Logward in 2018.
[09.56] What has, and hasn’t, changed in the last five years, and a look at today’s key challenges and trends.
[12.03] An overview of Logward – what they do, how they help their customers, and their approach to technology integration and onboarding.
[18.22] The ideal customer for Logward.
[22.23] A closer look at Logward’s Sourcing Solutions - what they do, the key features, and benefits.
[25.17] From #capacity to forecasting, how Logward’s Procurement Solutions are addressing some of the industry’s trending concerns.
[31.33] An overview of Logward’s Transport Solutions, and the visibility it provides.
[33.59] How Logward works with customers to understand their unique needs and develop strategic, customized control towers.
[37.28] How the lack of transformational resources across many businesses is impacting change and #digitization across the industry; and why it is so important to change mindsets as well as build great software.
[41.10] What does and doesn’t work when it comes to digitizing supply chains in the real world.
[44.17] The future for Logward.

Juliette Samson talks will about her career; hyper-collaboration; how tech is changing; and helping to raise the influence of women on boards

[07.53] Juliette’s background; her education and early years; and where she found her incredible drive at such a young age.
[10.36] Juliette’s long career at AT&T; her experiences; and her approach to embracing #opportunity.
[13.31] An overview of Juliette’s career highlights, as she explored new markets and moved from Fortune 50’s to smaller companies; her biggest achievements; and what she’s most proud of.
[20.47] Why Juliette took a chance on supply chain, despite a lack of experience, and her words advice of advice for other young people.
[24.01] Juliette’s role as CIO of Genpro Inc; her perspective on how technology is changing; and why tech is an enabler to work smarter, not harder.
[26.47] Juliette’s position at Targatek; how it’s leading the way in hyper-collaboration; and why that approach is increasingly important in business.
[30.20] Why Juliette is on the board of the National Kidney Foundation, and the importance of giving back to the #community.
[33.41] Juliette’s experience as a woman in a male-dominated industry; her advice; and why she wants to help all young people do the right thing.
[36.28] A look at Extraordinary Women on Boards (EWOB), and what they’re doing to help increase the presence and influence of women on boards.
[39.49] From putting yourself out there to embracing change, Juliette’s advice for girls and women looking to follow in her footsteps.
[44.19] The future for Juliette.