Highlights from their conversation include:CCR’s Background and Journey to FleetPulse (0:41)FleetPulse Overview (1:19)Trailer Telematics Industry Primer (4:41)Technological Advancements in Trailers (5:10)The Rise of Cargo Theft (7:50)Understanding Trailer Neglect (8:18)Impact of Cargo Theft Trends (10:07)Value of Smart Trailers (12:31)Case Study on FleetPulse Benefits (14:48)  Safety Concerns in US-Mexico Trade (18:07)Establishing a Startup Culture (23:15)Investor Expectations in Industrial Tech (26:07)Hiring at Fleet Pulse (29:13)Supply Chain Prediction for 2025 (30:11)Coaching and Mentoring Approach and Final Thoughts (30:55)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/

Highlights from their conversation include:Pawan’s background and journey in supply chain (0:58)The core concepts of AI and its impact on supply chain (4:02)The role of AI in supply chain operations (10:28)Framework for adopting AI in organizations (11:38)Considerations for implementing AI in supply chain (12:51)The closed loop solution (21:29)AI developments in interaction (25:00)Changing business processes (26:46)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/

Highlights from their conversation include:Nisarg’s background and journey in founding Raft AI (1:20)The use of transformers in Raft (3:02)Delivering customer value with transformers (5:01)The impacts of AI and language models on supply chain (8:48)The movement of goods, money, and information (14:12)Revolutionizing supply chain with technology (15:32)Considerations for building an AI product (16:15)Final thoughts and takeaways (22:24)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/

Kathy Fulton, Executive Director of the American Logistics Aid Network, shares her journey from IT to disaster logistics. She highlights how essential supply chains are during disasters, especially in the critical first 48 hours. Volunteers and local businesses play a vital role in recovery, fostering resilience. The conversation also dives into logistical challenges, creative support strategies, and the ongoing need for collaboration in rebuilding efforts. Kathy finishes with insights on future trends and goals for the supply chain industry.

Zach Fredericks, Principal at Primary Venture Partners and a supply chain investment expert, dives into compelling insights from his extensive career. He highlights how pandemic experiences reshaped investment strategies and emphasizes the unexpected growth in software adoption. Zach elaborates on the transformative role of AI in supply chain processes and discusses a notable investment in Lyric, a company enhancing decision-making with custom data applications. He also shares valuable advice for founders navigating the challenges of the supply chain landscape.

Highlights from their conversation include:Overview of Parabola (1:20)Alex's Background Leading to Founding Parabola (2:51)Features of Parabola (6:14)Skepticism Towards Spreadsheets (10:16)Customer Examples (14:10)Importance of Data Infrastructure (16:45)Combining Expertise with AI (19:14)A Founder's Journey (20:40)The First Marketing Hire in B2B Businesses (21:10)Getting Attention in Legacy Industries (24:26)Focus and Prioritization (27:36)Managing Team Dynamics (29:14)Segment: This or That? to Close the Episode (30:06)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/

Steve Sloane, a partner at Menlo Ventures with expertise in supply chain and AI, shares insights from his journey in venture capital. He discusses the transformative role of AI in supply chains, highlighting how it's reshaping efficiency both in blue-collar and white-collar settings. The conversation explores generative AI's potential in automating tasks and streamlining operations, especially for logistics. Steve emphasizes the need for careful investment strategies amidst competitive dynamics and stresses the importance of balancing growth with financial efficiency in today’s market.

Adam Lang, Director of Customer Advisory Services at Netradyne, shares his expertise on AI-powered fleet safety solutions. He details the benefits of camera-based technology for improving driver behavior and accident clarification. The conversation dives into addressing driver concerns about monitoring and how to foster trust within unionized fleets. Adam emphasizes the power of recognition and rewards in motivating safe driving practices. Creative engagement strategies for implementing telematics are also discussed, making fleet safety both effective and supportive.

Highlights from their conversation include:Matthew’s Background and Journey Into Manufacturing (0:41)The State of Semiconductor Manufacturing (4:33)Impact of the CHIPS Act (7:01)Reskilling the Workforce (11:17)Critique of the CHIPS Act Funding (13:00)Opportunities in Manufacturing Technology (17:58)Collaboration Between Academia and Industry (20:46)Risks of Diversifying Semiconductor Production (23:18)The Value of AI in Manufacturing (25:10)Creativity in Business and Music (26:11)Science and Engineering Thought Processes (28:10)Impact of Upcoming Elections on Manufacturing (29:33)Labor Shortage Perspectives (30:00)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (30:31)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/

Highlights from their conversation include:Peter’s Background and Journey to the New York Times (1:15)Global Political Landscape (2:16)Personal Experiences During the Pandemic (5:17)Surprising Research Findings (7:27)Balancing Efficiency and Resilience (10:17)Opportunities in Supply Chain Technology (12:19)India's Economic Growth Potential (13:58)Nearshoring and Supply Chain Realities (19:03)Future of Manufacturing in Mexico (20:38)The Impact of Nearshoring (23:04)Government Subsidies in Manufacturing (25:38)U.S. Elections and Trade Policy (28:09)Automation and Labor Concerns (29:08)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (29:43)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/