Best Sarah Barnes Humphrey Podcasts (2025)

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29: From Freight to Founder: Sarah Barnes-Humphrey's Supply Chain Evolution 41:15

14d ago41:15

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This week, we welcome Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, founder of podcasts Let's Talk Supply Chain and Blended. Sarah shares her inspiring journey from her family’s freight forwarding business to becoming a champion for diversity and inclusion in supply chain management, reminding us why this industry is so vital and exciting. We explored the evolution of he…

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31: Beyond the Bylines: Unearthing Supply Chain's Hidden Heroes with Marina Mayer 39:55

1h ago39:55

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This week, we welcome Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, Director of Content at Iron Markets, and co-founder of the Women in Supply Chain Forum. From juggling family schedules as the “in-house logistics manager” to launching award-winning programs that elevate underrepresented voices, Marina brings …

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56 - Designing Inclusive Spaces: Neurodiversity, Accessibility, and Mindful Communication 1:33:56

3d ago1:33:56

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Welcome back to Blended! Today, we’re talking about inclusion – one of our favorite topics here on the show! But we’re thinking about it from a different angle. Not from the team we build or the people we hire, but the environment around us. We’re talking about inclusive spaces. This might be familiar to you, or maybe it’s a concept that’s fairly n…

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469: Join a Network of $20B of Freight Under Management, with Uber Freight 35:28

5d ago35:28

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Megan Keith & Shawn Piper talk about Uber Freight; bridging tech & service; bringing product & design together; automation; & the future of freight technology. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [04.00] Introductions to Megan and Shawn, and their roles at Uber Freight. “I was drawn to logistics because of its complexity and impact. It’s a space where smar…

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30: Trust, Foresight, and Collaboration: Supriya Madhavi Bal on Leading Commercialization in Global Markets 41:06

7d ago41:06

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This week, we welcome Supriya Madhavi, whose career spans diverse roles and geographies in the supply chain world. An award-winning global leader with over 17 years of experience in the FMCG and retail industries across the US, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Supriya shares her journey of leading commercialization and delivering complex strategic CAPE…

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468: Make Intelligent Purchases Driven by Data, with ProcurementIQ 44:26

14d ago44:26

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Anthony & Lyle of ProcurementIQ talk about client collaboration, leveraging data, the growth of procurement & the biggest challenges impacting teams in 2025. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.08] Lyle’s background and the journey that led him to co-found ProcurementIQ. [09.00] How ProcurementIQ has evolved over the last decade, and where they are now…

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467: Put The Pedal To The Metal with Hassle-Free Rentals & Leasing, with Premier Trailer Leasing 39:29

20d ago39:29

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Craig Barth of Premier Trailer Leasing talks about understanding if your business needs to buy, rent or lease; & leveraging fleet management for success. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.31] An overview of Premier Trailer Leasing – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers. [06.07] What sets Premier apart, and the secret to their…

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28: Beyond the Bio: Courtney & Katie Unscripted Answers to Your Questions 33:12

21d ago33:12

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In this episode, we answer listener questions. We reflect on our self-descriptions, career aspirations, and the challenges faced as women in a male-dominated field. The discussion also touches on the importance of mentorship, finding one's voice, and the advice we would give to future generations of women in supply chain. We explore various aspects…

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466: Women in Supply Chain, Alexia McLaughlin 31:31

28d ago31:31

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Alexia McLaughlin talks about making an impact through innovation; her commitment to cultures of excellence; & her big achievement as an industry rising star. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [03.52] An introduction to Alexia and her role at Veho. “If Uber and UPS had a baby, it would be Veho!” [05.08] How Alexia began her career in sales, and her journ…

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27: The Art and Science of Supply Chain: Inspiring the Next Generation with Stephanie Thomas 36:03

28d ago36:03

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This week, we welcome Stephanie Thomas, Associate Professor of Practice & Executive Director of WISE at the University of Arkansas. Stephanie has also had experience at giants like Lowe's, IBM, and Stanley Tools. With degrees from the University of Tennessee and a Ph.D. focused on the fascinating intersection of logistics, supply chain management, …

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465: Your Fulfillment Transformation Starts Now, with TGW Logistics 49:30

1M ago49:30

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Dexter Weber of TGW Logistics talks about the trends, challenges & opportunities in warehouse logistics; building strategic partnerships; and TGW's new brand. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.31] TGW’s 50+ year journey from small fitters shop in Austria to global manufacturing leader. “Part of our journey was becoming a foundation-owned company... W…

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26: Looking Around Corners with Michelle Tartalio: Strategic Thinking in Today's Supply Chains 37:58

1M ago37:58

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This week, we welcome Michelle Tartalio, the head of marketing and corporate strategy for Clarkston Consulting. She has an impressive background in supply chain and consulting. Michelle has advised a variety of Fortune 500 executives and board directors in industries including consumer products, life sciences, retail, and internet software and serv…

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464: Women in Supply Chain, Beverly Steele 31:33

1M ago31:33

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Beverly Steele talks about her journey, making a big change mid-career; what it means to be a workforce innovator; and her take on work-life balance. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [04.29] An introduction to Beverly and her role at Inmar. [05.11] Beverly’s career journey, and her decades of varied experience. “I’ve been in reverse logistics well over …

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25: The Human Side of Supply Chain Transformation with Wanda Johnson 44:16

1M ago44:16

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This week, we welcome Wanda Johnson, a Supply Chain Technology Fellow at Deloitte Consulting. We discuss Wanda's extensive background in supply chain and the importance of mentorship and community among women in the industry. The conversation delves into misconceptions about supply chain transformation, the challenges faced during implementation, a…

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55 - Mental Health Awareness 1:27:14

1M ago1:27:14

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Taking care of your team: why you can’t afford to ignore mental health at work Welcome back to Blended! Today, we’re talking about something that is often a strand that weaves through many of the issues we talk about here on the show, from burnout to bias – and that’s mental health. But today we’re focusing in on mental health, and putting the spot…

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463: Simplify Your Last Mile with Technology That Delivers, with CXT SoftwareD 45:31

2M ago45:31

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Phillip Lechter of CXT Software talks about challenges in last mile; building a people-first culture; & how they're helping customers grow, compete & thrive. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.45] How CXT innovated over the past 25 years to meet the changing needs of an evolving logistics landscape. “25 years is a long time in the software space!… In …

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24: Chicago Roots & Global Routes: Cindy Cochovity's Supply Chain Journey 39:16

2M ago39:16

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This week, we welcome Cindy Cochovity, Chief Commercial Officer at FreightPath. She shares her journey from growing up in Chicago to becoming a leader in the supply chain industry. She discusses her educational experiences, career transitions, and the challenges faced in both large and tech-first companies. Cindy emphasizes the importance of adapti…

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462: Procurement Unlocked: Sourcing Best Practices in a Tariff-Driven World, with ProcureAbility 45:55

2M ago45:55

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Carlos Perico of ProcureAbility talks about sourcing best practices in a tariff-driven world & how to turn procurement from cost center to competitive advantage IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [04.29] An introduction to Carlos and ProcureAbility. “All we do is procurement! It’s our speciality, it’s what we’re passionate about. And that’s key.” [05.59] …

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23: Solving Real-World Problems: The Co-Founders Journey with Sarah Hamer and Elle Smyth 35:18

2M ago35:18

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This week, we welcome Sarah and Elle, co-founders of Retail Ready, to discuss their journey from corporate careers to launching their own startup in the supply chain space. They share insights on their backgrounds, the challenges they faced, and the innovative solutions they are developing to streamline retail compliance. The discussion highlights …

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461: Go Behind the Scenes of a History-Making Partnership, with OneRail and PepsiCo 24:15

2M ago24:15

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Bill Catania of OneRail and Anna Farberov of PepsiCo talk all about their strategic partnership, how it works & the benefits it drives for Pepsi customers. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [03.42] Introductions to Bill and OneRail, and Anna and PepsiCo Labs. [06.22] Why PepsiCo reached out to OneRail to explore partnership opportunities. “They have the …

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22: Building Bridges: Cross-Functional Collaboration in the Supply Chain with Jaimie Hortsman 41:33

2M ago41:33

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This week, we welcome Jaimie Horstman, a Senior Supply Chain Planning and Operations leader with 24 years of end-to-end experience at Procter & Gamble. Jaimie shares her journey as a supply chain leader at P&G, discussing her personal and professional life, the importance of data visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI, and the role of AI in …

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460: Discover the Limitless Value of Dedicated Freight in Today’s Market, with Werner 45:33

2M ago45:33

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Eric Downing of Werner talks about dedicated freight solutions, the benefits, and the landscape of freight shipping and logistics in 2025. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.54] Eric’s background and transition from US Air Force to supply chain, and the different business areas he’s moved through in his 27-year tenure at Werner. [08.57] The landscape …

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458: Demystifying Industry Buzzwords and Innovating Intermodal, with Lynxis 37:56

2M ago37:56

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Allen Thomas of Lynxis talks about industry challenges, the biggest buzzwords, and why organizations need to pay more attention to improved orchestration. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [04.20] An introduction to Allen, and Lynxis. [04.53] The biggest conversations on the show floor at Manifest. “Agentic AI is the new buzzword – it’s the new blockchai…

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21: From Idea to Shelf: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Product Launches with Deidra Willis 38:55

2M ago38:55

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This week we welcome, Deidra Willis, Senior Program Manager at Kings Hawaiian. Deidra shares her background in engineering and business, her career path, and insights into the challenges and opportunities in product innovation. She emphasizes balancing creativity with structured project management to foster successful product launches while maintai…

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457: Discover Supply Chain Software that People Love, with Rygen Technologies 25:41

2M ago25:41

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Tony Winters of Rygen Technologies talks about being inspired by customer challenges; why visibility is still a challenge; & investing big in agentic AI. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [04.33] An introduction to Tony, his career journey, and his role at Rygen Technologies. “In college, you learn how to solve these algorithms and problems. And, in supp…

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456: Reach Supply Chain Excellence, with ITS Logistics 46:23

3M ago46:23

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Josh Allen of ITS Logistics talks about challenges & opportunities in 2025; & how they're providing strategic capacity & smart solutions for complex needs. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.23] How ITS Logistics has evolved, since its inception in 1999, and the reason behind its sustainable growth. “ITS has always been about smart, customer-driven gr…

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20: Beyond the Metrics: Building Customer-Centric Supply Chains with Elsy Ocejo 43:13

3M ago43:13

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This week, we welcome Elsy Ocejo, Vice President of Supply Chain at ILLES Foods. Elsy discusses her current role overseeing end-to-end supply chain processes and the unique challenges and opportunities she faces in a family-owned business. She highlights the importance of innovation, internal partnerships, and customer-centric strategies in supply …

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54 - Banning Non Competes: Good for Workers, Businesses and the Economy 1:20:49

3M ago1:20:49

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Today, we’re taking on a topic you’ve probably heard of – it may have even impacted you personally. But you might not be aware just how linked it is to the issue of diversity and inclusion. We’re talking about noncompete agreements. Noncompetes have long been a staple in corporate America. But, despite supposedly being in place to protect trade sec…

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455: Discover Event-Driven Platform Technology, with BlackBerry Radar 24:26

3M ago24:26

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Shannon Hamilton of BlackBerry Radar talks about the digital trends shaping 2025; tech challenges; event-driven data; and the importance of scalable solutions. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [04.24] An introduction to Shannon and BlackBerry Radar. “We truly believe that doing more with our partners is a value-add for our customers.” [05.50] From AI an…

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454: Uncover Hidden Inefficiencies and Reveal Your True Cost-To-Serve, with 910 Advisors 54:31

3M ago54:31

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910 Advisors talk about cost-to-serve - the challenges, its impact on supply chain efficiency & profitability; & transforming inefficiencies into opportunities. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.03] Introductions to Greg, Janet, and Robert, and why Greg and Robert co-founded 910 Advisors. “So many consultancies are focused on these long-term, big-dol…

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19: Dana Craven's Four A's of Demand Planning: Accuracy, Alignment, Accountability, and Actionability 29:45

3M ago29:45

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This week, we welcome Dana Craven, the Senior Director of Demand Planning at Post Consumer Brands. With a background in Supply Chain and Marketing from Iowa State University, she's built an impressive career across the CPG and Electronics industries. Her career spans manufacturing and category management to product development, demand planning, and…

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453: Driving Supply Chain Innovation with Reveel and Deposco 37:31

3M ago37:31

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Marc Aliotta of Reveel & Jack Margeson of Deposco talk about how their strategic partnership helps clients overcome challenges, save money & scale to success. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [04.50] Introductions to Marc and Reveel, and Jack and Deposco. [07.10] The biggest challenges facing Reveel and Deposco customers right now. “The last few years, …

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452: Women in Supply Chain, Christine Barnhart 52:53

3M ago52:53

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Christine Barnhart talks about the issues faced by women in supply chain, the impact of bias and changing DEI narratives, and the women who inspire her. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.01] An introduction to Christine and her new role at Nulogy. [07.45] Christine’s experience as a woman in both US and Canadian companies, the differences in organiza…

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