Supply Chain Careers Podcast

In this episode, Wanda Johnson, Supply Chain Technology Fellow at Deloitte, joins Rodney Apple and Mike Ogle to share how a career that began in accounting and retail operations evolved into supply chain consulting, technology, and transformation leadership. She explains how transferable skills helped her move across industries and organizations including Ralph Lauren, Tompkins Associates, IBM, Accenture, and Deloitte. The conversation also explores why technology initiatives must begi...

In this episode of the Supply Chain Careers Podcast, Adri McCaskill, CEO of SplitLogiX, joins us to discuss her career journey that took her from South Africa to supply chain leadership and entrepreneurship in the US. She shares how mentorship, operational experience, stretch assignments, industry involvement, and a willingness to step into uncomfortable roles helped prepare her to launch and lead a global supply chain company. She also reflects on the importance of choosing learning over tit...

In the eighth episode of the Supply Chain Careers Podcast Catalyst Series, the second installment of our Beyond the Resume episode, Rodney Apple and Chris Gaffney explore why professional references have become one of the most overlooked competitive advantages in today's hiring market. As AI continues to produce polished resumes and help candidates prepare for interviews, employers increasingly need independent validation of a candidate's experience, leadership, and accomplishment...

In the eighth episode of the Supply Chain Careers Podcast Catalyst Series, Rodney Apple and Chris Gaffney discuss why resumes and interviews alone are no longer enough to distinguish top talent. They explore how hiring managers are adapting to an AI-assisted recruiting landscape, why employers are placing greater emphasis on validating experience, and how professionals can proactively build a career portfolio that demonstrates credibility, leadership, and measurable business impact throughout...

In this episode of the Supply Chain Careers podcast, we speak with Mike Hammel, President of KDL, a third-party logistics organization specializing in transportation management, freight optimization, and supply chain technology solutions. Mike grew up in a family business deeply rooted in the trucking and transportation industry, where he developed an early appreciation for how freight moves, how businesses operate, and the critical role of supply chains. During our conversation, Mike shares ...