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Supply Chain Shock Waves: Strategies for Survival and Success with Mark Baxa and John Delgado

Release Date: 03/21/2025

The TRAFFIX Report: The Strategic Forecast for North American Freight with Alex Fuller

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In “Scaling with Intent: Removing the Constraints to Growth” and , Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Formula L, discuss how logistics leaders can bridge the gap between high-level strategy and field execution by building a sustainable, system-led sales infrastructure. About Holly LaBoda is the Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Formula L, a sales operating system built for logistics, supply chain, distribution, and complex B2B service organizations. She has spent 18 years working inside these industries — including a decade at C.H. Robinson leading enterprise sales system design and...

Reducing TCO Through Renewable Natural Gas with Scott Brinner

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Penske's Supply Chain Insight: A Unified View with Mike Medeiros

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

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How FDH Aero is Simplifying the Aerospace Supply Chain with Bob Loycano

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In “How FDH Aero is Simplifying the Aerospace Supply Chain”, and , Vice President, Supply Chain for FDH Aero, discuss how specialized distribution and strategic inventory buffering eliminate bottlenecks in the global aerospace industry. About Bob Loycano serves as Vice President, Supply Chain for FDH Hardware. In his role, Bob is responsible for establishing the purchasing and planning strategies utilized by each of the FDH Aero businesses. He aggregates the collective’s purchasing synergies, enabling improved partnerships with suppliers. He reports to President of FDH Hardware, Matt...

Single-Source Supply Chains in a Fragmenting World with Abe Eshkenazi

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In “Single-Source Supply Chains in a Fragmenting World”, and , Chief Executive Officer at ASCM, discuss the shift from low-cost efficiency to resilient, regionalized networks. They emphasize that visibility and talent are now the primary tools for navigating global disruption. About Abe Eshkenazi , CSCP, CPA, CAE is chief executive officer at ASCM, the largest organization for supply chain and the global pacesetter of organizational transformation, talent development and supply chain innovation. During his tenure, ASCM has significantly expanded its services to corporations,...

The Rise of Freight Orchestration with GoodShip's Derek Netelenbos

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In “The Rise of Freight Orchestration with GoodShip's Derek Netelenbos”, and , VP of Partnerships at GoodShip, discuss how an orchestration layer unifies fragmented data to shift logistics from reactive manual tasks to proactive, AI-driven strategy. About Derek Netelenbos is the VP of Partnerships at GoodShip, the all-in-one platform for freight orchestration and procurement, built for transportation teams, by transportation teams. Derek brings extensive experience building and scaling partnerships and revenue organizations across the logistics and technology sectors. Prior to...

Navigating Energy Markets with Breakthrough's Matt Muenster

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In “Navigating Energy Markets with Breakthrough's Matt Muenster”, and , Chief Economist at Breakthrough, discuss how data-driven transparency and strategic fuel management help shippers navigate global energy volatility and decarbonization. About Matt Muenster , Chief Economist at Breakthrough, brings extensive expertise spanning energy, freight, and sustainability across global supply chains. In his role, Matt leads a team of supply chain analysts who deliver actionable market intelligence to some of the world’s largest enterprise shippers across the food, beverage, retail, and...

OCM: The New Standard for Global Imports with Century's Jim McCullen

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Mark Baxa, John Delgado and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain shock waves: strategies for survival and success. Mark is the President and CEO of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), a global organization dedicated to advancing the supply chain profession. John is CEO of FreightPath, an innovative talent firm that offers both a comprehensive learning management system and a direct candidate sourcing solution.

About John Delgado

John Delgado, CEO of FreightPath, leads the company with extensive expertise in business management, technology, analytics, economics, and recruitment. FreightPath is renowned for its innovative cloud-based learning management system and candidate recruitment solutions tailored for the logistics industry. Under John's leadership, the company has established itself as a key player in the global freight forwarding sector. John's vision for continuous service improvement and his prior experience with global recruitment firm Search Logistics drive FreightPath's success. The company excels in creating logistics education content, managing a premier industry-specific learning management system, and maintaining the largest direct candidate pipeline, all of which are vital for global logistics operations. FreightPath addresses multiple industry challenges by offering both a comprehensive learning management system and a direct candidate sourcing solution. These offerings enable logistics companies to overcome obstacles and achieve their financial objectives. “Nothing moves without educated people; we bring the people and educate them,” states Delgado. This philosophy, combined with his global recruitment background, helps companies stabilize staffing levels and enhance productivity. John's vision also includes the Pathfinder program, designed to onboard and continuously educate candidates throughout their careers. FreightPath's approach integrates a deep understanding of human capital costs and revenue drivers essential for financial success. Previously, John served as CEO of Search Logistics, a firm providing logistics candidates across six continents. Since 1999, Search Logistics has focused on improving recruitment experiences and candidate quality, serving over half of the top 100 global logistics companies. John holds Bachelor's degrees in Theology and English from Methodist University and has completed postgraduate studies at Harvard Business School. He also contributes as a guest columnist to various logistics magazines and online news sources.

About Mark Baxa

Mark Baxa is the President and CEO of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP). With a 37-year career, primarily focused on supply chain, he brings vast expertise in areas such as sales, customer service, logistics, distribution, global trade, procurement, sustainability, supplier diversity, and supply chain strategy leadership. Mark has a longstanding commitment to fostering innovation, driving value-added results, and cultivating global synergy. He is dedicated to developing leaders and helping individuals grow in their careers, achieving more than they ever thought possible. Mark’s involvement with CSCMP spans over two decades, including serving on the Executive Board of Directors as Chairman of the Board-Elect. He also co-leads the St. Louis University Center for Supply Chain Excellence Global Supply Chain Certificate Programs and has taught executive courses. His passion for diversity in supply chain is evident in his four-year term as a global board member for WEConnect International and his work influencing supply chain policy at the federal level.

About FreightPath

Nothing moves without people. FreightPath helps logistics companies find, train, and retain the future leaders of the industry. In today's fast-paced global economy, logistics companies face challenges in filling open positions with qualified workers. This talent shortage is a significant contributor to disruptions in global supply chains. FreightPath's solutions are designed to be both simple and engaging for the next generation of logistics leaders. Empower your team with knowledge, elevate your workforce, and stay ahead in the logistics landscape with our innovative educational offerings. FreightPath Solutions:

Find and train tomorrow's leaders
Provide custom learning paths for existing employees
Build curriculums to meet your specific standards
Navigate the complex landscape of recruitment

About Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is a global organization dedicated to advancing the supply chain profession. Founded in 1963, CSCMP connects, educates, and develops supply chain professionals at all stages of their careers. The organization offers a variety of resources, including professional certifications, leadership development opportunities, and research aimed at expanding supply chain knowledge and best practices. With a mission to elevate the global supply chain community, CSCMP supports members through networking events, educational programs, and strategic initiatives that drive industry innovation and improvement. The organization also emphasizes the importance of sustainability and diversity within the supply chain sector. Through its ongoing commitment to connecting professionals and fostering leadership, CSCMP plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of supply chain management across the globe.

Key Takeaways: Supply Chain Shock Waves: Strategies for Survival and Success

Navigating Geopolitical Disruptions: Explore the profound impact of global events like tariffs and ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East on today's intricate supply chains, and how industry leaders are adapting.
Addressing the Talent Crisis: Uncover the root causes of the supply chain talent shortage, including demographic shifts and gaps in traditional education, and discover innovative solutions to bridge the skills gap.
Strategic Collaboration for Talent Development: Learn about the groundbreaking partnership between CSCMP and FreightPath, combining eLearning and certification programs to accelerate talent acquisition and retention within the supply chain industry.
The Future of Supply Chain Education: Gain insights into how integrated training programs are revolutionizing supply chain education, making it more accessible and relevant to professionals and educators worldwide.
Practical Strategies for Survival and Success: Discover actionable strategies and insights from Mark Baxa and John Delgado to help your organization not only survive but thrive amidst the ongoing supply chain shock waves.
CSCMP's Mission: To advance the supply chain profession by connecting, educating, and developing the world's supply chain management professionals throughout their careers.
FreightPath's Mission: To provide accessible and effective eLearning curriculum within the supply chain industry, to help bridge the talent gap, and increase the industries overall education.