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The Future of Supply Chain: a Dynamo Ventures Podcast

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Apr 2, 2025 • 26min

#207: From Complexity to Clarity: Simplifying ERP for Mid-Market Manufacturing with Alex Barroux of Bonx

In this installment, Alex Barroux, Co-founder and CEO of Bonx, shares insights on customizing ERP solutions for mid-market manufacturers. He discusses the challenges traditional ERP systems pose and how Bonx’s no-code platform ensures swift deployment and flexibility. The conversation covers a success story of a French beverage company that scaled using tailored ERP solutions. Alex also reflects on the transition from music to manufacturing, and his vision for an AI-enhanced future in ERP systems.
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Mar 26, 2025 • 43min

#206: The Hydrogen Revolution and How It Can Reshape The Energy Landscape with Gary Ong of Celadyne Technologies

Highlights from their conversation include:Gary’s Background in Hydrogen (0:41)Hydrogen's Potential (2:13)Why Hydrogen Over Batteries? (5:37)Challenges of Energy Storage (8:25)Public Perception of Hydrogen (10:01)Hydrogen's Industrial Applications (12:35)Energy Independence and Global Leverage (16:09)Hydrogen in Transportation and Logistics (19:23)Understanding Fuel Cells (22:02)Collaborations with Major Companies (28:46)Hydrogen Distribution Challenges (31:08)The Importance of a Hydrogen Thesis (36:59)Hydrogen's Multibillion Dollar Potential (39:05)The Future of Fuel (40:43)This or That to Wrap (41:09)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (42:45)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/
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Mar 19, 2025 • 51min

Re-Air: Convoy’s Ripple Effect on Digital Freight Brokerage with Craig Fuller of FreightWaves

Highlights from their conversation include:The failure of Convoy and its impact on the industry (1:25)Were Convoy’s margins a factor in failure (5:18)The role of investors and understanding the industry (9:31)The failure of Convoy's board and understanding of the freight market (11:45)Challenges of venture capital in the freight brokerage industry (12:36)The impact of cash burn and lack of profitability on Convoy's failure (13:49)The rise of Convoy and its advantages (23:11)Investor sentiment and the future of the freight brokerage industry (26:15)Issues with raising capital (33:46)The challenges of building a competitive TMS (36:59)The rise of fintech during the financial crisis (44:40)Running a business without unlimited cash and resources (46:00)The impact of valuations on the industry (47:11)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/
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Mar 12, 2025 • 27min

#205: Data Meets Automation: How Robotics is Closing the Supply Chain Visibility Gap with Andrei Danescu of Dexory

Highlights from their conversation include:Andrei's Background in Robotics (1:18)The Core Problem in Supply Chain (5:25)Dexory Technology Overview (6:47)Identifying Customer Pain Points (8:04)Case Study of Success (11:27)State of Warehousing Robotics in Europe (13:36)Current Trends in Warehouse Robotics (15:08)Changing ROI Expectations (16:38)Dexter's Vision for the Future (19:31)NVIDIA's Impact on Robotics (21:22)Lessons Learned in Robotics Scaling (24:24)Vision for Product Introduction (25:34)This or That Segment and Final Takeaways (26:22)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/
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Mar 5, 2025 • 32min

#204: Reinventing Manufacturing: The Future is Local and Automated with Renen Devillieres of OSS Ventures

Highlights from their conversation include:Renan’s Background and Journey to OSS Centures (0:41)OSS Ventures Overview (1:11)Venture Builder Model (4:08)Traits of Successful Founders (6:29)Key Areas for 2025 (8:27)Reshoring Manufacturing Operations (12:02)Sustainability in Supply Chains (17:59)Manufacturing Technology Implementation (21:00)Advice for Founders (22:23)The Electric Vehicle Strategy (25:31)Public Sector Funding in France (27:47)Advice for Securing Non-Dilutive Funding (28:17)Rapid Fire Segment to Close (30:20)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/
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Feb 26, 2025 • 33min

Re-Air: Bridging the Digital Divide for Freight Brokers with Rick Zullo of Equal Ventures

Highlights from their conversation include:The origin story of Equal Ventures (0:41The challenges of the new brokerage concept (5:16)Impacts of market dynamics on brokerage business models (8:16)The Entrepreneur's Agency (11:11)Rolling Over Equity (12:13)Platform Solution for Freight Forwarders (15:27)The freight cycle and the future of startups (22:18)Consolidation and partnerships in the industry (26:39)Enabling rather than disrupting the industry (28:07)The success of brokers based on relationships (31:20)Appreciation for the supply chain ecosystem (32:21)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/
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Feb 19, 2025 • 35min

#203: Stresswood and Strength: Unlocking Resilience & Innovation in Supply Chain Investing with Earnest Sweat of Stresswood

Highlights from their conversation include:Welcoming Back Earnest to the Show (0:45)Inspiration Behind "Stress Wood" (1:05)The Importance of Resilience (2:21)Value of Storytelling in Investing (9:17)Understanding the Supply Chain Landscape (12:27)Opportunities in Non-AI Companies (15:18)Future Investment Focus Areas (21:43)The Industrial Landscape and Labor Challenges (24:43)The Role of Investors in Series A (27:54)Importance of Industry Knowledge (30:17)Pre-Seed and Seed Investment Strategies (31:21)Customer Introductions as a Value Proposition (32:28)Future of Electrification (34:07)Best Ecosystems for Supply Chain Startups and Parting Thoughts (34:16)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/
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Feb 12, 2025 • 36min

#202: From Freight Fraud to AI: Navigating the Wild World of Supply Chain with Grace Sharkey of FreightWaves

Highlights from their conversation include:Grace's Journey into Supply Chain (1:14)Early Career in Brokerage (3:17)Current Market Conditions (7:02)Adoption of AI Tools (10:08)Addressing Freight Fraud (15:15)Technology Solutions for Security (18:51)Challenges of Evolving Technology (20:19)The impact of freight fraud (22:23)Arctic shipping developments (25:51)Building relationships with journalists (27:35)Importance of storytelling in PR (30:01)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (35:25)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/
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Feb 5, 2025 • 32min

#201: Tender Rejections and Market Signals: What They Mean for Freight in 2025 with Zach Strickland of FreightWaves SONAR

Highlights from their conversation include:Zach's Journey into Freight (1:00)Transition to Data in Freight (3:15)Understanding Data's Value (5:21)Current State of the Freight Market (6:29)Tender Rejections and Market Indicators (8:38)Predictions for 2025 (9:38)Historical Context of Supply Chain Stability (11:46)Freight Recessions Explained (13:04)Duration of Recessions (16:43)Indicators of Freight Recessions (19:00)Current Trends in Intermodal Growth (22:06)LTL Market Trends (25:16)This or That Segment (28:48)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (31:23)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/
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Jan 29, 2025 • 33min

Re-Air: Executing on the Digital Freight Brokerage Opportunity with Felipe Capella of Loadsmart

Highlights from their conversation include:The rise of Loadsmart (0:58)Shift in Loadsmart's focus (2:28)Comparison of Loadsmart and Convoy (7:39)The challenges of scaling a digital freight brokerage model (13:18)The lean business model of brokerage and different misconceptions (14:32)Adoption of cloud-based solutions in the supply chain industry (17:17)The Value of Outsourcing Freight (24:29)Challenges and Opportunities in the Brokerage Business Model (27:39)The Future of Add-On Offerings in the Industry (30:34)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/

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