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The seasoned experts at APL Logistics share the successes, strategies, insights you’ll need to thrive in this ever-evolving supply chain landscape. Now’s the time to fast forward.
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Join host April Chapman as she sits down with Gene Seroka, Executive Director of the Port of Los Angeles, to explore the dynamic forces shaping global trade and logistics. From navigating tariff turbulence and export challenges to embracing automation and workforce development, Gene shares powerful insights and inspiring stories from his decades-long career. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of supply chains, economic resilience, and leadership in a rapidly evolving industry.
In this inspiring episode of the APLL Pulse Podcast, host April Chapman spotlights Cathy Sofjan Wolf, a 32-year veteran of APL Logistics and a passionate mentor who has impacted thousands of lives. Cathy shares her journey from Jakarta to New Jersey, her favorite role in Technology Solutions, and her global experiences mentoring youth through humanitarian projects across 50 countries. Her story is a powerful testament to leadership, service, and the transformative power of cross-cultural connection.
In this episode of the APLL Pulse Podcast, host April Chapman speaks with Fernando Encinas and David Juarez about APL Logistics’ strategic growth and operational excellence in Latin America, focusing on Chile and Brazil. The conversation highlights Chile’s mature logistics footprint and recent customer wins, while exploring Brazil’s vast potential, geographic challenges, and emerging domestic logistics opportunities. Both guests emphasize the company’s commitment to order management, technological innovation, and the value of its people in delivering competitive, end-to-end solutions.
In this episode of the APLL Pulse Podcast, host April Chapman speaks with Kim Overman, Regional VP EMEA, about the evolving logistics landscape across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. From navigating disruptions in the Red Sea to pioneering direct-to-store solutions, Kim shares how APL Logistics is driving resilience and performance for global retailers. Tune in to hear insights on emerging trends, customer expectations, and the future of supply chain partnerships.
In this episode, April Chapman interviews Deanie Marin Lucchesi from APLL's global Learning & Development team on the topic of Developing the Leaders for Tomorrow. Deanie shares the importance of leadership development, emphasizing a hybrid leadership that combines traditional skills with digital fluency and emotional intelligence. She also shares insights on managing a multi-generational workforce and fostering a culture of growth through coaching and mentoring. The podcast highlights essential skills for future leaders, such as adaptability, conversational intelligence, and resilience, and concludes with advice for aspiring leaders to continuously learn and develop a coaching mindset.
Our host, April Chapman, interviews Waldo Basilla, APL Logistics' COO and CCO in Asia. They cover topics related to origin operations, flow optimization, and electric vehicles. With over 30 exciting years in the logistics industry, Waldo loves to share his passion for all things supply chain. Come sit under his teaching and walk away with a deeper understanding of the industry yourself!
We are starting a new Employee Spotlight series on the podcast, where we take a behind-the-scenes look at some of the interesting people we have here at APLL. Our first guest in this series is Tony, a North American Security Manager. Before he came to APLL, he worked as a K9 officer. He is going to share some of the crossover skills he uses in his current position and teach us a little more about the K9 officer experience.
Join us as we discuss industry trends with Betsy Ducat, Head of APLL's Global Key Account Program. She shares with us how customers are facing disruptive events and we discuss how future technology can complement the human element within the logistics industry. Betsy shares what she sees ahead for customers in 2025.
The APLL Pulse Podcast, hosted by April Chapman, features an insightful conversation with Stan Ross, Director of three North American warehouses at APL Logistics. Stan, a retired army veteran, shares his journey from military service to his current role, highlighting significant improvements made at the Woodridge, Illinois warehouse. These enhancements include upgrading facilities, improving employee engagement, and integrating advanced technologies like robots to assist in warehouse operations. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, showcasing how these values contribute to innovative solutions and a positive work environment. The episode underscores the impact of small changes in creating a better workplace and encourages other managers to adopt similar strategies.
In this episode of the APLL Pulse Podcast, host April Chapman interviews Jens Larsen, the head of APLL's global order management product development. Jens shares his extensive experience in the supply chain industry, discussing the impact of disruptions on global trade and logistics. He highlights the importance of real-time visibility and strategic planning in mitigating the effects of disruptions. Jens also emphasizes the growing role of supply chain management in company strategies, addressing customer demand, sustainability, cost competitiveness, and talent acquisition.
In this special episode, Lamont Nelson shares an inspiring story from his days as a basketball coach. Join April and Lamont as they discuss how APL Logistics makes meaningful connections with students and prioritizes employee mental health.
The race to net-zero by 2050 is gathering pace, and sustainability is now a business imperative. In this episode, Eva James, our Senior Sustainability Specialist, shares how you can prioritize sustainability organization-wide.
While the world continues to find its footing, we'll share our successes, insights, or strategies through the lens of the APLL seasoned experts to help businesses thrive or fast forward. In this episode, Hakan Yaren, Chief Information Officer at APL Logistics, shares how continuous innovation delivers the efficiency your business needs.
Welcome to this special episode of The APLL Pulse Podcast. We invite you to peek behind the curtain and explore how we connect our people, culture, and community to build a better world of work. In this episode, Thad Bedard, the new President of APL Logistics, shares his vision for 2022.
APL Logistics’ Regional VP, Sander Van Loon, and Grupo Sesé’s Global Expansion Director, Jose Manuel, unveil the exciting rollout of the new collaboration.
In a time of uncertainty, automakers need to take a pragmatic approach to familiar topics such as component shortages, supply chain congestions, and the lack of vehicle storage. Tune in as Kenneth discusses the trends reshaping the automotive market and potential solutions.
In our quest of advancing business with a customer-first approach, every relationship matters. Tune in as Christine and Julien discuss how drawing on synergies of a global team and prioritizing innovation and sustainability helps deliver purposeful customer experiences.
The supply chain crisis erodes retailers’ confidence in the recovery as the world struggles to keep shelves stocked in the upcoming peak season. More than ever, business needs to rethink about achieving visibility across their stakeholders to make effective decisions. Listen in as Betsy and Elger discuss their successes in powering the supply chain from origin to destination.
Today, the combination of Brexit, Covid-19, and changing trade patterns has created a perfect storm. In this challenging landscape, UK businesses must rethink their supply chain strategies and embark on bold transformations to fuel rapid change. Join us in this episode as Mark and Matt share actionable, real-time insights on the UK supply chain that accelerate your business growth.
More than ever, technology is creating impactful change for businesses and enabling us to reach the next horizon of operational effectiveness. Join us in this episode as April and Gail explore the advantages they’ve seen first-hand that technology can bring to companies. Whether it’s forming the next level of collaboration or enabling better communication with end-to-end connectivity, we’re fueling your digital supply chain transformation journey.
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