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Everything is LogisticsBTS of a NASA + SpaceX LaunchDuring our two-day NASA Tour, host Blythe Brumleve assumed that one episode (this one) would be sufficient. But considering we had enough content to make this episode 5 of the NASA Series, this is the one where we’re showing the BTS of what goes into a launch, favorite moments from creating this series, and the NASA goodie bag.NASA SERIES LINKS:NASA Series: Building Space InfrastructureNASA Series: Shipping Weather Satellites to SpaceNASA Series – How to Grow Food in SpaceNASA Series – Deep Space EPISODE LINKS:Blythe's Instagram post with photos...2024-08-291h 08Everything is LogisticsHunters, Farmers, and CRMs: Evolving the Logistics Sales RoleIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Holly LaBoda from Logistics Luminaries Live! They explore the challenges of implementing CRM systems in logistics companies and strategies for encouraging adoption among seasoned salespeople. Holly offers advice on creating a balanced sales team with both "hunters" and "farmers," and discusses the importance of aligning commercial strategy with team structure. She also shares tips on crafting effective cold calls and the underutilized power of phone communication in modern sales.LINKS:Holly’s LinkedInLogistics Luminaries, Live! with Blythe BrumleveLuminaries Consulting’s website2024-07-1137 minEverything is LogisticsWhy I Separated Digital Dispatch and the Everything is Logistics PodcastIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe explains the reasons behind her decision to separate her podcast from her web design company, Digital Dispatch. She discusses the need for better communication with clients, upgrading her financial acumen, and streamlining processes to maintain profitability and sustainability.QUOTES:"I went through and I wrote down every part of the process for onboarding, off-boarding, what happens during lead conversations, what happens when somebody becomes a customer, what happens when they move into an active opportunity. I ripped it all down and built it back up from...2024-06-1154 minEverything is LogisticsLeveling Up Your Freight Sales StrategyThis episode features a discussion between Blythe and Holly LaBoda from "Logistics Luminaries Live!" focusing on leveling up freight sales strategy. Topics include bridging the gap between marketing and sales, leveraging content creation for customer engagement, the power of storytelling, and using AI tools to enhance sales processes. This episode provides valuable takeaways for logistics professionals seeking to improve their sales approach, align marketing efforts, and effectively connect with customers.LINKS:Holly's LinkedInLogistics Luminaries, Live! with Blythe BrumleveLuminaries Consulting's websiteWATCH THE FULL EPISODE HEREFeedback? Ideas for...2024-03-1933 minEverything is LogisticsFreight Friends: Surviving Conference Season, Cybersecurity, plus Logistics of WhalesThis fun and engaging Freight Friends podcast episode covers conference survival tips, favorite business ideas in freight, cargo crime trends, and fascinating logistics stories. Hosts Blythe Brumleve and Grace Sharkey also discuss ELD hacks, Drake's merch model, shipping whale sharks cross-country, and more. Listeners will enjoy the hosts' passion for the industry and learn something new throughout this entertaining discussion.LINKS:Grace’s Linktree Israel-Hamas War and Its impact on Supply Chain [twitter space recording]Ryan Peterson’s The Big Ship and The Little Digger book“The Box” by Marc LevinsononClip from What the TruckMGM...2023-10-171h 54Everything is LogisticsFreight Marketing and Sales Strategies to Close Out 2023This episode features a conversation with Blythe Brumleve, Bill Priestley, and Kevin Hill about marketing and sales strategies for freight companies to survive 2023 and thrive in 2024. They discuss approaches like focusing on customer needs, picking the right marketing platforms, embracing challenges, and monitoring sales activity and attitude. Listen to gain insights into planning, budgeting, and mindset shifts to drive growth despite economic headwinds.LINKS:Episode: How to Start Incorporating AI In Your Work and Creating ‘Why Buy’ Cold Email CampaignsBill Priestley LinkedInKevin Hill LinkedInWATCH THE FREIGHTWAVES EPISODE HEREFee...2023-10-0526 minEverything is LogisticsClosing More Logistics Leads with Kara Brown [rebroadcast]Are you looking to boost your marketing game in freight and logistics? Don't miss the newest episode of Everything is Logistics where host Blythe Brumleve interviews supply chain marketing expert Kara Brown. They dive into proven tactics to generate more leads, close more deals, and make your marketing efforts pay off. Kara shares specific strategies including how to leverage LinkedIn, pick the right marketing tech stack, generate warm leads, and much more. Tune in now to get actionable tips to take your freight marketing to the next level.Connect with Kara Brown on LinkedinCheck ou...2023-09-0548 minEverything is LogisticsFreightX is so backFascinated by the social and media giants of today, Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are shining a light on the freight communities growing on X (read: Twitter) and Discord. Plus Dave Portnoy buying Barstool back for $1, war-time CEOs, best hustles in freight, cargo crime, and our fav 'logistics of' stories for the month of August.Links:Grace’s Linktree MIT Study ReferencedLost Fr8 DiscordWatch This Episode on YouTubeFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to...2023-08-171h 58Everything is LogisticsBuilding Truck N Hustle to 144k Subscribers with Rahmel WattleyRahmel Wattley discusses starting Truck N Hustle as a passion project, growing it into a multimedia empire, transitioning to on-location video interviews, and using positivity and opportunity to build community in transportation. He and Blythe Brumleve explore leveraging partnerships, using AI tools, and creating crossover content.LINKS: SAVE 15% off your ticket to FreightFest by using our code EIL15Subscribe to Truck N Hustle on Youtube and follow the podcastConnect with Rahmel on LinkedinWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBEFeedback? Ideas for a future e...2023-08-021h 30Everything is LogisticsExploring AI in Marketing, Personal Growth, and Diversity in the Workplace: Insights from Industry Experts LIVE at TMSA in SavannahWho wouldn't want to accelerate mundane tasks, spark fresh ideas, and swiftly create content? Tune into our latest podcast episode where we, your hosts Trey Griggs and Blythe Brumleve, peel back the curtain on how ChatGPT and AI technologies are shaping the world of marketing and sales. We chat about the wonders of ChatGPT and Swell AI, and even guide you on creating large language models using your very own data sets. Rest assured, the conversation is not all tech. We pivot towards the subject of personal growth and its undeniable role in professional success. Joined by t...2023-07-0758 minEverything is LogisticsUnpacking the Savannah Bananas' Marketing Strategies and Insights from the TMSA Elevate ConferenceIn this episode, Blythe Brumleve shares her takeaways from the TMSA Elevate Conference. She discusses the innovative marketing strategies of the Savannah Bananas, a minor league baseball team, and the operational efficiency of the Port of Savannah. Blythe also shares her experience co-hosting a live show during the conference.What You Will Learn:Innovative marketing strategies from the Savannah Bananas.The importance of employee engagement and investment.The operational efficiency of the Port of Savannah.The experience and benefits of hosting a live show at a conference.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:00] Overview...2023-07-0552 minEverything is LogisticsTrucking's Biggest Problems and How to Solve Them with Mike LombardIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Mike Lombard, owner-operator of Lombard Trucking, about the good, bad, and ugly of the trucking industry. Lombard shares his family's history in the business and his personal journey to becoming a driver. They discuss the challenges facing drivers in the supply chain industry, including the impact of the pandemic and perceived driver shortage talking points that lead to misinformation about the true problems in the trucking industry.Visit Lombard Trucking website for socials and showsWHAT YOU'LL LEARN: T...2023-06-081h 37Everything is LogisticsThe Relationship Between Venture Capital and Logistics with Auto Tech VenturesIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve talks about venture capital and logistics to Burak Cendek, partner at Auto Tech Ventures. The conversation covers the investment strategy and cultural aspects of VCs, specifically in the freight industry. Cendek shares his journey from growing up in Turkey and coming to the United States for college to working in engineering and eventually venture capital. The episode highlights the importance of understanding the unique challenges and opportunities in the logistics industry when it comes to venture capital investments.LINKSConnect with Burak...2023-05-2546 minEverything is LogisticsHow Transfix Breaks Down the Sales and Marketing Silos with Carly GunbyBlythe Brumleve is joined by Carly Gunby, who at the time of recording was VP of Sales Strategy and Marketing at TransFix, but has since been promoted to VP of Shipper Success and Sales--which deserves a big congrats! On this episode of Everything is Logistics, Carly discusses the growing relationship between digital freight brokerages and traditional freight brokerages. Carly is a Jacksonville resident, a FSU graduate and Jacksonville Jaguars fan, who despite having an Art History degree, stumbled into the logistics industry. After beginning her career with inside sales, she was promoted and had the opportunity to l...2023-05-1942 minEverything is LogisticsHow Pitney Bowes Refines Their E-Commerce Operations with Stephanie CannonIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Stephanie Cannon, SVP at Pitney Bowes, about her background in logistics and how she fell in love with the industry. Cannon shares that she started as an industrial engineer in college and landed her first co-op job with UPS, which ultimately led to a full-time job offer and participation in their management trainee program. She discusses the importance of understanding all facets of a logistics company and the value of hands-on experience.LINKS: Pitney Bowes websiteConnect with Stephanie on Linkedin2023-05-1836 minEverything is LogisticsUsing Social Media to Grow Your Brokerage Business and Personal BrandIn this episode of "Everything is Logistics host Blythe Brumleve welcomes CEO of Scale Logistics, Shay Lynn Dixon, to discuss using social media to grow your brokerage business and personal media brand. They chat about their personal histories in the logistics industry and how they got to where they are today. Dixon shares how she started in the industry and how her previous job taught her the basic skill set that she needed for her current business. The episode emphasizes the importance of leveraging social media to build a brand and connect with potential clients.2023-05-111h 06Everything is LogisticsThe State of Logistics Podcasting with Joe LynchBlythe Brumleve welcomes Joe Lynch, host of The Logistics of Logistics podcast, to discuss the state of podcasting in the freight industry. They talk about the growing popularity of podcasts in the logistics industry and how podcasting can be a helpful tool for professionals to stay up-to-date on industry trends and insights. They also discuss the challenges of starting and maintaining a podcast and offer tips for success. Overall, it's a lively conversation between two industry veterans who are passionate about sharing knowledge and creating engaging content for their audiences.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:...2023-05-091h 06Everything is LogisticsThe World of E-Commerce and Fulfillment with GEODIS e-LogisticsOn this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve welcomes Reed Loeffel, manager of merchant acquisition and strategy at GEODIS e-Logistics, to discuss the world of e-commerce and fulfillment. Blythe and Reed reminisce about meeting at the Manifest logistics conference and discuss the infamous GEODIS puppy lounge sponsorship that garnered lots of attention. The conversation touches on the latest trends in e-commerce, the challenges of fulfillment in a fast-paced industry, and how e-commerce companies can optimize their supply chain networks. LINKS: Check out the new GEODIS e-Logistics websiteConnect with Reed on L...2023-05-0256 minEverything is LogisticsBreaking Down the Middle Mile with CloudSort CEO Derek SzopaIn this episode of "Everything is Logistics," host Blythe Brumleve interviews Derek Szopa, CEO of CloudSort, about the middle mile in logistics. They discuss Szopa's background in the Marine Corps and how it has helped shape his career in the corporate world. Szopa emphasizes the importance of being resourceful with limited resources, which is a key aspect of small-unit leadership in the military. The conversation highlights the need for more attention and innovation in the middle mile of logistics, which often goes overlooked in discussions of the first and last mile.LINKS:Connect...2023-04-2736 minEverything is LogisticsThe Fascinating and Frustrating Aspects of Cargo CrimeIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe Brumleve interviews Ron Greene, the VP of biz development at Overhaul, about the world of cargo crime. Greene discusses his experience in cargo risk management and how his company works with various industries to mitigate the risk of cargo theft. They also talk about the importance of establishing risk protocols and recovery systems in case theft does occur. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the fascinating and frustrating world of cargo crime.LINKS: Visit the Overhaul websiteTIME S...2023-04-2544 minEverything is LogisticsThe Role of IT in a 3PL with Eze PeraltaIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe Brumleve interviews Ezequiel (Eze) Peralta, the VP of Technology at SPI Logistics, about the role of IT in 3PL. Eze talks about his early background in technology and databases, including creating software for his own small businesses. He then goes on to describe his work with SPI Logistics on developing data warehouses and analytics solutions. The discussion highlights the importance of investing in IT infrastructure for 3PLs and the significant role it plays in optimizing their operations.LINKS: Connect with Eze via e...2023-04-201h 02Everything is LogisticsMental Models, Highway Care, and Retailers Battling Tight Markets with Grace SharkeyIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve and guest Grace Sharkey of FreightWave discuss mental models, an interstate healthcare network for truck drivers, import reports, and how retailers are coping with a tightening market and a wacky economy. They also briefly discuss the drama surrounding Meghan Markle and the royal family. Tune in to hear their insights on all these topics.LINKS: Connect with Grace and scope her workInterstate HealthMarch Import ReportTIME STAMPS: [00:01:55] Mental models for problem-solving.[00:03:58] Decision-making and Hi...2023-04-1859 minEverything is LogisticsThe State of Warehousing in 2023 with Wagner LogisticsIn this episode of "Everything is Logistics," host Blythe Brumleve interviews Joe Oliaro, VP of Sales and Chief Real Estate Officer at Wagner Logistics, about the state of warehousing. Oliaro outlines his company's history and growth, which has been primarily focused on contract logistics in support of manufacturing groups, as well as their current size and expansion plans. The conversation covers topics such as technology in warehousing, labor shortages, and the impact of e-commerce on the industry.LINKS: Connect with Joe Oliaro on LinkedinCheck out the Wagner Logistics website2023-04-1141 minEverything is LogisticsThe Schneider Evolution with CCO Erin Van ZeelandOn this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Erin Van Zeeland, the chief commercial officer, SVP and GM of logistics at Schneider about the evolution of the logistics industry and the company. Erin shares her story of how Schneider recruited her from Penn State and introduced her to the world of logistics. They also discuss the value of staying with a company long-term, despite the common belief that employees should constantly be seeking new opportunities. As someone who has spent over 30 years at Schneider, Erin provides insights into the benefits of longevity and building a...2023-04-0645 minEverything is LogisticsThe Evolution of Last Mile and Customer Expectations with Guru Rao of nuVizzIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve speaks with Guru Rao, CEO of nuVizz, about the evolution of last mile delivery and customer expectations. They discuss how software and technology like digital twin are helping companies adapt to faster delivery speeds and complex carrier partnerships in today's logistics landscape. Listen to learn how the industry is changing and how nuVizz helps businesses tackle last mile challenges.LINKS:Connect with Guru Rao on LinkedinCheck out nuVizz websiteTIME STAMPS:00:04:20 Technology solves Last Mile problems.00:06:11...2023-04-0457 minEverything is LogisticsBuilding the Most Badass Event in Logistics: The Manifest StoryIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve welcomes Courtney Muller, the President at Manifest and Chief Corporate Development Officer at Connective, to talk about building the most badass event in logistics. In the conversation, we cover the strategy behind building not only knowledge-based discussions but also experiences that bring out the conversation naturally among strangers--which is a major key when networking with folks you might not see all that often. Have we mentioned Manifest has a puppy lounge? Because in case I haven't mentioned it enough, it's the best sponsorship dollars money...2023-03-3148 minEverything is LogisticsRecruiting the Non-Conformists for Executive Supply-Chain RolesIn this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve speaks with Heidi Hoffman, partner at ON Partners, about their strategy of recruiting when it comes to procurement and sustainability in the supply chain industry. During the convo, they discuss the importance of nonconformity and how it can lead to innovative solutions. Hoffman explains her approach to recruitment and finding the best candidates, not just based on traditional qualifications but also considering strategic mindset and new industry developments.In addition, we also discuss ON Partners' new 2023 Executive Women Impact Report and the company's findings on...2023-03-2839 min