The Supply Chaney Podcast

In this episode, Will Fediw, Senior Vice President of the Virginia Maritime Association, shares his journey from growing up around water to leading industry advocacy. Discover insights on maritime careers, industry programs, and the importance of networking in the supply chain sector.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the episode and guest
01:09 Will Fediw’s background and early influences
02:00 Growing up in Ham...

In this episode, we explore the principles of learning from failures, community building among practitioners, and the application of DDMRP in supply chain management. Our guest emphasizes the importance of shared experiences and practical insights for continuous improvement.

Key Takeaways
-Smart people learn from their own failures, wise people learn from others' failures.
-Building a community of practitioners acceler...

In this episode, Will Haraway shares his extensive journey through supply chain, marketing, and PR, highlighting how organic relationships and diverse experiences have shaped his success. Discover insights on media evolution, PR strategies, and the importance of staying curious in a rapidly changing industry.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Will’s background in sports and journalism
01:20 Will’s entry into supply c...

In this episode, Jeff Piela, founder and CEO of Centurion Worldwide, shares his journey from warehouse worker to leading a innovative freight forwarding company. We explore the complexities of international logistics, the importance of customer service, and how Centurion is doing things differently in the busy supply chain industry.

Key  topics
Jeff Piela's background and early career
The role and importance of freight fo...

In this episode, Todd Boone from Dexory shares insights into how their innovative warehouse visibility technology is transforming supply chain operations, the importance of accurate inventory management, and the evolving role of logistics in the global economy.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Todd Boone and Dexory
01:02 Todd Boone's Background and Career Path
02:00 Growing Up in Toronto and International Moves
03:...

In this episode, Evan Shelley, co-founder of Truck Parking Club, shares his journey from small-town Kentucky to building a innovative marketplace solving truck parking shortages. Discover how his background, mindset, and industry insights shaped this impactful business.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Evan Shelley and his background
01:05 Evan's small town roots and early influences
03:24 Evan's journey through real estate a...

In this episode, Tom Strain from Surgere shares his journey from a childhood fascination with technology to leading innovative supply chain visibility solutions. We explore the evolution of data, AI's role in transforming industries, and the importance of human wisdom in leveraging technology effectively.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tom Strain and Surgere
02:30 Tom's childhood, sports, and early interests in technol...

In this episode, Jay Webb shares his journey from entrepreneurial beginnings to specializing in supply chain talent acquisition, highlighting how AI is transforming recruiting and the importance of adaptability in fast-growing industries.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jay Webb and the podcast
01:12 The origin of The Goats of Growth and its mission
03:11 Jay Webb’s focus on supply chain and go-to-market roles
04:37...

In this episode, Bryan Corbett, VP of Sales and Marketing at Barrett Distribution, shares his extensive experience in supply chain, entrepreneurship, and logistics. We explore his career journey, insights into the 3PL industry, and strategies for building strong client relationships.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and guest background
00:25 Bryan Corbett’s early life and entrepreneurial start
01:52 Career evolution and i...

Justin Cramer, "Mater of Eclectic Obligations" of ProShip, shares insights into the evolution of parcel shipping, logistics technology, and the impact of industry changes like AI, automation, and the Amazon effect. Discover how complex systems, military experience, and software innovation shape modern supply chain solutions.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Justin Cramer and ProShip
01:59 Justin's military background and underst...

In this episode, Michael Chen, CEO and co-founder of Yondu AI, shares his journey from building robots as a kid to leading a general-purpose robotics company. We explore the future of physical AI, its impact on industries like logistics and restaurants, and the importance of responsible automation.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Supply Chain and Robotics
01:09 Michael Chen's Journey: From Immigrant Roots to Robotics

In this episode, Krish Nathan, CEO of Element Logic Americas, shares his journey from engineering to industrial automation and supply chain solutions. He discusses the evolution of warehouse technology, the role of integrators, and insights for supply chain professionals.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Supply Chaney Podcast
00:57 Krish Nathan's Background and Journey
03:08 Early Influences and Education
07:38 Transit...

In this episode, Colin Singh Dhillon shares his journey from the UK to Canada, his insights on design, innovation, AI, and the future of education and autonomous vehicles. Discover how his diverse experiences shape his vision for a better, more sustainable world.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Human Element of Supply Chain
00:59 Colin's Journey: From the UK to Canada
05:25 Growing Up in Tipton: Early Influences
09:08...

In this episode, Alon Partuk shares his entrepreneurial journey from military service to founding Octup, a cutting-edge AI-driven 3PL management platform. Discover how his experiences, failures, and innovations are transforming the logistics industry.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Alon and Octup
02:45 Alon's Early Life and Entrepreneurial Spirit
05:35 Military Service and Its Impact on Alon's Career
08:56 The Journey of...

In this episode, Greg Braun, co-founder and CRO of C3 Solutions, shares his 26-year journey in the supply chain industry, focusing on yard management and dock scheduling innovations. Discover how his early experiences, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit have shaped solutions that improve visibility, efficiency, and collaboration in logistics.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Supply Chain Podcast
01:56 Gr...

In this episode, Cliff Hardesty from Hardesty Technologies shares his journey from a family business rooted in supply chain solutions to leading a tech-forward company. He discusses industry trends, the importance of strategic partnerships, and insights into emerging warehouse technologies.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction at Truist Park
01:04 Cliff's Background and Family Business
04:05 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Compan...

In this live podcast-style conversation from the IWLA event, Kevin Lawton and Nathan Chaney dive into the evolution of podcasting, content creation, and marketing in the warehousing and logistics industry. Both share their paths into supply chain, lessons learned from operations leadership, and how curiosity, networking, and consistent content creation opened unexpected doors in their careers.

The discussion explores the power of po...

In this episode, Nathan Chaney shares his journey through the supply chain industry, highlighting the importance of networking, continuous learning, and authentic content creation. Discover how his diverse experiences and passion have shaped his role as a thought leader and community builder in logistics.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Nathan Chaney
02:16 Early Life and Education
05:46 Career Beginnings in Logistics
08:0...

In this episode, Alex Rhea, CTO and co-founder of Takt, shares his journey from high school web development to leading innovative supply chain technology. He discusses the evolution of supply chain tech, the importance of human elements, and how Takt is transforming warehouse performance with data-driven solutions.  

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Context at MODX 2026
01:09 Alex Ray’s Background and Business Jo...