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The following article of the Professional Services industry is: “Nearshoring 2026: Agentic AI and the New Supply Chain Blueprint” by Alejandro Paz, Managing Partner Mexico & Andean, NUMAN (AA2010)

The following article of the Policy and Economy industry is: “Can Plan Mexico Revive Nearshoring?” by Pablo Reynoso Brito, Senior Analyst, Frontierview.

n this episode, Brian Sampson shares insights into nearshoring — what it is, why it's becoming a game-changer for US businesses, and how Latin America offers an underrated talent pool. Whether you're considering outsourcing or offshoring, understand how nearshoring can reduce costs, increase collaboration, and tap into adaptive, resourceful talent.Nearshore Cafe PodcastPlug - Nearshore Automation ToolsBook: The Hard Things About Hard Things by Ben HorowitLinkedInTwitterEmail: plug.tech

O cenário econômico de 2026 começou com uma reviravolta impressionante. Se o final de 2024 foi marcado por um dólar a R$ 6,30 e juros em 15%, o início deste ano traz uma lufada de otimismo inesperada. Mas o que mudou?Neste episódio do Podcast Genial Analisa, o analista Ygor Bastos e o head de Research Eduardo Nishio recebem o economista-chefe da Genial, José Márcio Camargo, para desvendar o "fator Trump" e seu impacto direto no seu bolso e nos seus investimentos.

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Laura Putre sits down with Mike Jackson to reflect on how suppliers navigated a turbulent 2025 and what the outlook looks like heading into 2026. Their conversation explores shifting trade policies, tariffs, and the evolving role of USMCA, alongside ongoing uncertainty around electrification and EV adoption. They also dig into nearshoring, supply chain volatility, and the financial pressures facing suppliers at every tier. Throughout the discussion, the episode highlights both the challenges confronting manufacturers and the resilience driving the industry forward.

I have met Peter Ryan many years ago. He is one of not many global experts who on a daily basis takes a closer look into BPO and CX world. Every year Peter creates surveys, writes reports, organizes events and runs dozens of business talks with BPO leaders from all over the world.On January 2026 Peter has visited Warsaw (Poland), where my podcasting studio is located and I used this opportunity to invite him for a business talk. We have discussed business trends for BPO and especially CX BPO industry for 2026.A good and deep talk, which is worth to be listened. Enjoy!  Links:Peter Ryan on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-ryan-montreal/Ryan Strategic Advisory - https://ryanadvisory.com/CX Outsourcers - https://cxoutsourcers.com/  ****************************  My name is Wiktor Doktór and on daily basis I run Pro Progressio Club - https://proprogressio.com/en/activity/pro-progressio-club/1 - it's a community of many private companies and public sector organizations that care about the development of business relations in the B2B model. In the Good Morning BSS World podcast, apart from solo episodes, I share interviews with experts and specialists from global BPO/GBS industry.If you want to learn more about me, please visit my social media channels:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/wiktordoktorHere is also link to the English podcasts Playlist - https://bit.ly/GoodMorningBSSWorldPodcastYTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktorYou can also write to me. My email address is - kontakt(@) wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  This Podcast is supported by Patrons:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-ruci%C5%84ski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Anna Czyż - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-czyz-%F0%9F%94%B5%F0%9F%94%B4%F0%9F%9F%A2-68597813/Igor Tkach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/Damian Wróblewski – https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianwroblewski/Paweł Łopatka - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pawellopatka/Ewelina Szindler – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelina-szindler-zarz%C4%85dzanie-mark%C4%85-osobist%C4%85-0497a0212/Wiktor Doktór Jr - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktor-dokt%C3%B3r-jr-916297188/Agata Stolarz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/agata-stolarz/  Once you listen, give a like, subscribe and join Patrons of Good Morning BSS World as well. Here are two links to do so:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktor  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktor Or if you liked this episode and would like to buy me virtual coffee, you can use this link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktor - by doing so you support the growth and distribution of this podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-morning-bss-world--4131868/support.

Un an après le retour de Donald Trump à la Maison Blanche, la politique commerciale américaine continue de bouleverser les équilibres mondiaux. Le Mexique, très dépendant de son voisin du nord et directement visé par les droits de douane américains, semblait particulièrement exposé. Pourtant, douze mois plus tard, le bilan économique est loin d'être aussi sombre qu'anticipé. Pour comprendre la situation actuelle, un chiffre s'impose. Plus de 80% des exportations mexicaines sont destinées aux États-Unis. Automobile, pièces détachées, électronique, électroménager ou encore équipements industriels, le Mexique s'est imposé comme l'atelier industriel de l'Amérique du Nord. Cette intégration est telle que depuis 2023, le pays est devenu le premier partenaire commercial des États-Unis, devant la Chine. Mais cette relation est à double tranchant. La dépendance est aussi forte dans l'autre sens, et elle pèse lourdement sur l'économie mexicaine. La croissance du pays repose en grande partie sur un modèle d'assemblage, avec une faible valeur ajoutée locale. En clair, lorsque l'économie américaine ralentit ou change de cap, le Mexique en ressent immédiatement les effets. Comme le résume une formule souvent reprise: quand Washington tousse, c'est Mexico qui est grippé. À lire aussiComment le Mexique se prépare aux mesures de Donald Trump Droits de douane de Trump : un choc annoncé… mais amorti Dans ce contexte, l'offensive protectionniste de Donald Trump aurait dû provoquer un choc majeur. Le président américain a imposé des droits de douane de 25% sur certaines exportations mexicaines, pouvant atteindre 50% sur l'acier et l'aluminium, tout en menaçant l'ACEUM, l'accord de libre-échange entre les États-Unis, le Mexique et le Canada. Au vu du poids des exportations mexicaines vers les entreprises américaines, beaucoup d'économistes s'attendaient à une récession. Pourtant, un an plus tard, la réalité est plus nuancée. Les exportations mexicaines vers les États-Unis ont continué d'augmenter. Ce paradoxe s'explique en grande partie par le contexte mondial. Donald Trump mène une guerre commerciale globale, particulièrement ciblée contre la Chine. En moyenne, les droits de douane américains s'élèvent à environ 5% pour le Mexique, contre près de 40% pour Pékin. Les produits chinois sont donc bien plus lourdement taxés. Résultat : lorsqu'une entreprise américaine cherche un fournisseur alternatif à la Chine, le Mexique apparaît comme une solution évidente. Dans cette guerre commerciale, le pays devient ainsi un « gagnant relatif ». Nearshoring et stratégie mexicaine : une résilience sous conditions Cette dynamique s'inscrit dans une stratégie plus large de nearshoring. Plutôt que de produire à l'autre bout du monde, les entreprises choisissent de s'implanter au plus près du marché américain, dans des pays moins exposés aux droits de douane. Le Mexique attire ainsi des industriels américains, mais aussi asiatiques et européens, soucieux de sécuriser leurs chaînes d'approvisionnement. Pour autant, cette situation reste fragile. Une décision unilatérale de Donald Trump, comme une hausse brutale des droits de douane, pourrait rapidement rebattre les cartes. Côté mexicain, la stratégie est clairement assumée : éviter l'affrontement direct avec Washington. La présidente Claudia Sheinbaum a multiplié les gestes d'apaisement, renforçant la sécurité à la frontière, intensifiant la lutte contre le trafic de fentanyl et allant jusqu'à imposer des droits de douane sur certains produits chinois. À court terme, cette approche porte ses fruits. Le Mexique résiste et profite du recul chinois sur le marché américain. À moyen terme, la question centrale demeure. Cette stratégie va-t-elle renforcer encore davantage la dépendance du pays aux États-Unis ? Car malgré cette résilience apparente, le Mexique reste, aujourd'hui encore, sous pression. À lire aussiLe Mexique défend sa souveraineté face aux menaces d'intervention des États-Unis

In this episode of Good Morning BSS World, I return to Latin America for our regular monthly update on the BPO and GBS industry, and I am joined once again by my good friend and LATAM expert, Mauricio Velasquez. Based on most recent Venezuela's crisis our conversation begins with a timely look at this country – a country that historically played a significant role in regional shared services and IT operations, and which may or not once again attract attention in the coming years. Without diving too deep into politics, we focus on business realities, talent availability, and the long-term potential of Venezuelan professionals both at home and across the region.We then move to one of the hottest topics impacting nearshoring decisions today: labor costs. Mauricio shares his on-the-ground perspective on Colombia's recent 23% minimum wage increase and explains why this is a major challenge for BPO and GBS providers operating in the country. We discuss how this shift may influence investor decisions, regional competition, and geographic diversification across Latin America.The discussion also touches on AI adoption, bilingual talent availability, and the evolving balance between automation and human-centric service delivery. As always, this episode offers practical insights, real numbers, and honest opinions on where the Latin American BPO and GBS market stands today and where it may be heading next.  Key points of the podcast:Venezuela's potential resurgence as a BPO and IT hub hinges on political stability and the return of skilled Venezuelans to rebuild the business environment.The significant increase in Colombia's minimum wage could impact the country's competitiveness in the BPO sector, potentially shifting business to other Latin American countries with lower labor costs.The key to leveraging AI in the BPO sector lies in combining it with human capabilities, ensuring that technology enhances rather than replaces the workforce.  Links:Mauricio Velasquez on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mavelasquez/Mauricio's web page - https://velasquez.co/Talk to AI about this episode – https://gmbw.onpodcastai.com/episodes/LM5xpXWNtBx/chat  ****************************  My name is Wiktor Doktór and on daily basis I run Pro Progressio Club - https://proprogressio.com/en/activity/pro-progressio-club/1 - it's a community of many private companies and public sector organizations that care about the development of business relations in the B2B model. In the Good Morning BSS World podcast, apart from solo episodes, I share interviews with experts and specialists from global BPO/GBS industry.Check out my social media channels:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/wiktordoktorHere is also link to the English podcasts Playlist - https://bit.ly/GoodMorningBSSWorldPodcastYTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktorYou can also write to me. My email address is - kontakt(@) wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  This Podcast is supported by Patrons:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-ruci%C5%84ski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Anna Czyż - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-czyz-%F0%9F%94%B5%F0%9F%94%B4%F0%9F%9F%A2-68597813/Igor Tkach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/Damian Wróblewski – https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianwroblewski/Paweł Łopatka - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pawellopatka/Ewelina Szindler – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelina-szindler-zarz%C4%85dzanie-mark%C4%85-osobist%C4%85-0497a0212/Wiktor Doktór Jr - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktor-dokt%C3%B3r-jr-916297188/Agata Stolarz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/agata-stolarz/  Give a like, subscribe and join Patrons of Good Morning BSS World as well. Here are two links to do so:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktor  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktor Or if you liked this episode and would like to buy me virtual coffee, you can use this link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktor - by doing so you support the growth and distribution of this podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-morning-bss-world--4131868/support.

Are you facing the pressure to reinvent your business before it's too late? Imagine your cash flow vanishing, your team at risk, and your market shifting overnight.In this candid, deeply human episode, Sivana Brewer talks to Ruth Velez, COO and co-founder of Vinali Group, who led her company from the brink of collapse during COVID through a string of audacious pivots to global growth. Ruth exposes the real emotional rollercoaster behind leading with your partner, building culture across borders, hiring and keeping amazing talent, and never losing faith, no matter how chaotic it gets.This episode isn't just about operations, it's about surviving, adapting, and growing stronger together. Listen now to avoid the pain of stalling out, wasting years on the wrong models, or letting fear keep you stuck. Don't miss Ruth's rare, actionable insights. You won't get this level of honesty or inside story anywhere else.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – The bold moment Ruth and her husband decided failure was NOT an option[02:50] – How COVID nearly destroyed their staffing business—and the exact pivot that saved them[03:59] – Recruiting from Colombia: training from scratch to building a cross-border powerhouse[05:45] – Nearshoring vs. offshoring: hidden advantages for cost, culture, trust[08:52] – Security, HR, and team-building—the true reasons to use a staffing partner[12:00] – Grit and transparency: the secret to client loyalty during chaos[17:48] – Marriage + business: the COO/CEO dynamic, picking which wild ideas to follow[24:06] – Being the “options queen”—conquering doubts and finding your strengths[33:42] – Building legacy: raising entrepreneurial kids in a family business[35:34] – Only work with clients who TRULY fit—how that changed everythingAbout the GuestRuth Velez is COO and co-founder of Vinali Group, an international nearshore staffing company headquartered in Orlando, FL with offices in Colombia and across Latin America. Ruth is known for operational excellence, culture-building, and helping US companies leverage nearshoring for both trust and talent.

Geopolitische Konflikte, US-Zollpolitik und das Kräftemessen mit China stellen international agierende Unternehmen vor enorme Herausforderungen. Wie sich diese Unwägbarkeiten auf das Geschäft der Handelsfinanzierung auswirken, erläutert Jochen Müller, Head of Cash Management und Trade Finance International Sales bei der Commerzbank bei Finance-TV. Seine Diagnose ist eindeutig: „Ein Kunde hat das ganz gut beschrieben. Er sagte zu mir, er sieht das Umfeld als Volatility im Quadrat.“ Diese Unsicherheit präge derzeit die Entscheidungen in den Unternehmen.In Zeiten zunehmender Sanktionen und fragmentierter Märkte setzen CFOs und Treasurer laut Müller verstärkt auf zwei Strategien: Risikoabsicherung und Liquiditätsoptimierung. „Diversifizierung ist sicherlich das Wort und die Strategie, die im Vordergrund steht“, betont der Banker. Nearshoring und Friendshoring helfen, Bezugsmärkte sicherer zu gestalten, während alternative Absatzmärkte neue Chancen eröffnen – als Beispiel nennt Müller etwa Indien. Entscheidend dabei: Die Bank muss überall dort präsent sein, wo sich die Lieferketten ihrer Kunden neu formieren. Trotz aller Umbrüche bleiben dabei die bewährten Instrumente gefragt. Bestätigte Akkreditive, Exportgarantien und Supply-Chain-Finance-Lösungen erleben eine Renaissance. Beim Ausblick auf das kommende Jahr gibt sich der Commerzbanker zugleich optimistisch als auch realistisch: „Ich glaube, dass wir bei den klassischen Instrumenten bleiben, die sind global anerkannt und akzeptiert.“ Gleichzeitig sieht er in der aktuellen Volatilität auch Chancen für Unternehmen, neue Märkte zu erschließen. Mehr zu Finanzierungskosten, Risikomanagement und digitalen Trends, berichtet Müller im Gespräch bei Finance TV.Hinweis: Dieser Talk von FINANCE TV wird präsentiert von der Commerzbank.

The following article of the Policy and Economy industry is: “How Water Neglect Threatens Mexico's Nearshoring Boom” by Juan Pablo Rivero, CEO, Hydrous Management Group.

The Donald Trump administration revealed the US empire's new plan for global dominance in the 2025 National Security Strategy. The goal is to impose hegemony in the Western Hemisphere, reviving the colonial Monroe Doctrine, to move supply chains out of Asia and bring manufacturing into Latin America via "nearshoring", in order to economically decouple from China and prepare for conflict in Cold War Two. Ben Norton analyzes the important document. VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idkurWogst8 Topics 0:00 Summary of US National Security Strategy 2:45 US economic dependency on China 5:25 USA loses China war games 6:45 Why Trump targets Latin America 7:41 Marco Rubio, war hawk 9:34 (CLIP) Marco Rubio on China "threat" 10:17 Main goals of Trump's foreign policy 10:35 Improve Russia relations 11:30 Brief summary of US strategy 12:01 Western media misunderstands report 13:24 Whitewashing US imperialism 14:45 Obama's pivot to Asia 15:18 Asia is 1/2 of global economy 16:05 Hillary Clinton's "Russia reset" 16:34 Second Cold War aims at China 17:38 Main goals of US foreign policy 21:29 First target: Latin America 23:13 Second target: China 24:37 US dollar dominance 25:47 (CLIP) Trump threatens BRICS 26:16 Weaponizing technology 26:44 Natural resources in Americas 27:27 Hypocritical buzzwords 29:38 Culture war 32:00 Regions targeted by US empire 32:22 Colonial Monroe Doctrine 33:51 "Enlisting" US vassals 35:30 Nearshoring manufacturing 37:58 Militarizing Latin America 39:04 USA threatens countries 40:30 Natural resources 41:30 "US must be preeminent" 41:55 Cutting off Chinese technology 42:58 Goal: "an American-led world" 43:59 US government serves corporations 45:51 Strategy in "Indo-Pacific" region 46:21 Criticizing China's independence 47:17 Pacific: 21st century's "battleground" 47:52 Asia is half of world GDP (PPP) 49:08 Decline of Western hegemony 51:04 Supply chains 51:31 Economic war 52:21 India 55:12 Japan, South Korea, Australia 57:22 Dollar as global reserve currency 57:45 Taiwan 1:01:28 Europe 1:02:20 Russia 1:03:15 EU as captive US market 1:04:47 West Asia (Middle East) 1:05:18 Oil and natural gas 1:06:19 Israel 1:06:56 Africa 1:08:15 Conclusion 1:08:49 Outro

The following article of the Logistics & Mobility industry is: “Nearshoring: A Strategic Need in Today's Supply Chain Landscape” by Jordi Ciuró, Partner, Bain & Company.

In this episode of Good Morning BSS World, I open a brand-new chapter dedicated to Latin America. My guest is my long-time friend and one of the best experts in the region – Mauricio Velasquez, LATAM's BPO & GBS consultant and industry strategist. Together we dive deep into how the business services sector has developed across Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America, and why LATAM is quickly becoming the “third leg” of the global services landscape.Mauricio walks me through the evolution of the region's BPO and GBS markets – from early data-entry services, through automation and RPA, all the way to advanced analytics, AI and knowledge-based processes. We discuss the scale of the industry, the role of countries like Brazil, Mexico, Costa Rica and Colombia, the employment potential, and the presence of global giants such as Google and Amazon. We also touch upon investment incentives, association networks, and the changing work model in LATAM, where hybrid setups increasingly blend with a return-to-office trend.This episode sets the scene for an entire series exploring the richness, diversity and opportunities of the Latin American business services ecosystem. Join us and discover why LATAM is now one of the world's most dynamic regions for BPO and GBS.Key points of the podcast:Latin America is emerging as a key player in the global business support services industry, with countries like Brazil, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Colombia hosting numerous global service centers.The BPO and GBS sectors in Latin America are evolving rapidly from traditional data entry services to advanced roles involving data analytics and artificial intelligence, which are now integral to strategic decision-making.While hybrid work models are still prevalent, there is a noticeable shift towards more employees returning to the office, driven by security concerns and client requirements.  Links:Mauricio Velasquez on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mavelasquez/Mauricio's web page - https://velasquez.co/Mauricio's LATAM GBS overview in PDF - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14keGNne_2HqzbTPcN7u3VQ9firlkwvsC?usp=drive_linkTalk to AI about this episode – https://gmbw.onpodcastai.com/episodes/RJV6Ha9sFb6/chat  ****************************  My name is Wiktor Doktór and on daily basis I run Pro Progressio Club - https://proprogressio.com/en/activity/pro-progressio-club/1 - it's a community of many private companies and public sector organizations that care about the development of business relations in the B2B model. In the Good Morning BSS World podcast, apart from solo episodes, I share interviews with experts and specialists from global BPO/GBS industry.If you want to learn more about me, please visit my social media channels:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/wiktordoktorHere is also link to the English podcasts Playlist - https://bit.ly/GoodMorningBSSWorldPodcastYTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktorYou can also write to me. My email address is - kontakt(@) wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  This Podcast is supported by Patrons:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-ruci%C5%84ski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Anna Czyż - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-czyz-%F0%9F%94%B5%F0%9F%94%B4%F0%9F%9F%A2-68597813/Igor Tkach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/Damian Wróblewski – https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianwroblewski/Paweł Łopatka - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pawellopatka/Ewelina Szindler – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelina-szindler-zarz%C4%85dzanie-mark%C4%85-osobist%C4%85-0497a0212/Wiktor Doktór Jr - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktor-dokt%C3%B3r-jr-916297188/  Once you listen, give a like, subscribe and join Patrons of Good Morning BSS World as well. Here are two links to do so:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktor  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktor Or if you liked this episode and would like to buy me virtual coffee, you can use this link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktor - by doing so you support the growth and distribution of this podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-morning-bss-world--4131868/support.

The following article of the Trade & Invesment industry is: “Mexico's Trade Crossroads: Tariffs, Nearshoring, and USMCA” by Paulina Aguilar Vela, Co Founder and CRO, Mundi Trade Inc.

Send us a textWalk the floor at Web Summit without leaving your headphones. We sit down with Jo Smets, founder of BluePanda and president of the Portuguese Belgian Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, to unpack how nearshoring and AI are reshaping CRM, marketing, and team delivery across Europe.We start with clarity on nearshoring: why time zone, culture, and communication speed beat cost alone, and how that proximity pays off when you're wiring AI into daily work. Jo shares how BluePanda applies AI beyond demos—recruitment, performance, and operations—then translates those lessons into client outcomes. We compare adoption patterns across startups and corporates, call out the real blocker (end‑to‑end process automation), and map the role of global networks like BBN for keeping pace with tools and trends.The conversation pivots to trust and governance: practical ways to protect data, when on‑prem makes sense, and how to use EU AI Act guidance without stalling innovation. We explore the marketing shift from SEO to GEO, the idea of “AI‑proof” websites, and the move toward dynamic, persona‑aware content that renders at load. Jo offers a simple path to progress—pick one process, pilot, measure, educate—while keeping empathy at the core as managers start leading both humans and AI agents. Along the way, we spotlight how chambers and communities connect ecosystems across borders, turning events into learning loops and real partnerships.Looking to modernize without losing your team's identity? You'll leave with a plan for small wins, a lens for tool curation, and a sharper view of where marketing is headed next. If this resonated, subscribe, share it with a colleague who's wrestling with AI adoption, and drop a review to help others find the show.This episode was recorded in the official podcast booth at Web Summit (Lisbon) on November 12, 2025. Check the video footage, read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/why-european-teams-win-with-nearshoring-and-practical-ai/..........................................................................

Unlocking the Power of Nearshore Talent: Insights from Rob Levin of WorkBetterNowIn this episode, host Josh Elledge talks with Rob Levin, Chairman and Co-Founder of WorkBetterNow, about how nearshore talent is transforming the way small and mid-sized businesses scale and strengthen their teams. Rob—also the host of the Great Talent Great Business podcast and author of the forthcoming New Talent Playbook—explains why nearshoring offers a competitive advantage and how companies can use it to build high-performing, culture-aligned teams.Why Nearshore Talent Is Transforming the Modern WorkforceRob explains that U.S. companies continue to battle a persistent talent shortage, rising salaries, and intense competition for high-performing professionals. Nearshoring solves these challenges by giving leaders access to highly skilled, English-proficient team members across Latin America who work in real time, align culturally, and bring strong loyalty and work ethic.He shares examples of how roles such as executive assistants, estimating support, inside sales, marketing, finance, and customer service can dramatically increase organizational capacity. When leaders delegate operational tasks to nearshore professionals, they free themselves to focus on strategy, revenue, and growth. WorkBetterNow further strengthens this advantage by training all talent in AI, boosting efficiency, accuracy, and innovation.Rob also highlights how nearshoring simplifies HR for business owners. WorkBetterNow handles payroll, compliance, and all employment-related responsibilities, eliminating legal risk and administrative burden. Companies see the best results when they treat nearshore professionals as integrated team members—with clear expectations, cultural inclusion, and strong communication rhythms.About Rob LevinRob Levin is the Chairman and Co-Founder of WorkBetterNow and a respected authority on hiring, talent strategy, and small business growth. As host of the Great Talent Great Business podcast and author of The New Talent Playbook, Rob helps leaders build effective, scalable teams with clarity and confidence. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn.About WorkBetterNowWorkBetterNow provides full-time, dedicated nearshore professionals from Latin America to U.S.-based companies. Through its Precision Match Process and rapid onboarding, WorkBetterNow delivers culturally aligned, highly skilled talent while managing all HR, payroll, and compliance. Their mission is to help small and mid-sized businesses scale smarter by integrating exceptional nearshore team members.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeRob Levin's LinkedIn ProfileWorkBetterNow WebsiteKey Episode HighlightsWhy nearshoring is becoming essential for SMB growthThe top roles where nearshore professionals deliver the most impactHow WorkBetterNow trains its talent in AI for increased productivityThe importance of cultural fit and team integration in remote teamsHow nearshoring reduces hiring risk, compliance pressure, and administrative loadA breakdown of WorkBetterNow's Precision Match ProcessConclusionRob's insights reveal the growing importance of nearshoring as a long-term workforce strategy. With the right partner and processes in place, leaders can build deeply committed,...

In this episode we discuss the powerful reshoring and nearshoring trend reshaping U.S. industry, the surge in long-term capital investment, and why the reindustrialization of America may be a durable economic tailwind for years to come. To read this week's Sight|Lines, click here. The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of Stifel Financial Corp. or its affiliates (collectively, Stifel). This communication is provided for information purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Asset allocation and diversification do not ensure a profit or protect against loss. © Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated | Member SIPC & NYSE | www.stifel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grab your cafecito ☕️—today we're talking global expansion with Mike from H&Co, who leads their Global Expansion team. From when it makes sense to go international to how tariffs and nearshoring are reshaping strategy, Mike breaks down the real-world playbook for entering LATAM (Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile), UAE/Saudi, Europe, Canada, and more. We also get into culture, careers, and some elite sports-travel stories (World Cup, Wimbledon, El Clásico).What you'll learnHow to know if your company is ready to expand (it's about opportunity, not just revenue)Tariffs & counter-tariffs made simple—and why nearshoring to Mexico/Colombia is boomingEntity setup, tax/accounting/HR/payroll, ERP considerations, and compliance (end-to-end roadmap)Picking your first country: market demand, treaties, ops complexity, and costCulture & execution: why great products still fail without local adaptationCareer path into international business (skills that actually matter)Chapters0:00 Intro & why H&Co partners with Cafecito y Croquetas1:15 Mike's path: Spain → London → Miami & 100+ countries4:00 Why companies expand globally (demand, costs, M&A)6:45 Are you “big enough” to go international?8:10 What H&Co handles: entity, tax, HR/payroll, compliance, ERPs10:30 Picking markets: Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, UAE, Saudi, EU, Canada13:55 Tariffs explained & the rise of nearshoring18:20 Realities vs. politics: how smart operators adapt21:10 Culture, timelines, and choosing the right structure24:40 Testing demand with digital marketing before you land27:30 Living/working in Spain, UK, Switzerland—business culture lessons31:20 Sports stories: World Cup semis/final, El Clásico, rugby/cricket35:40 Career advice for breaking into global expansion37:00 WrapWho this episode is forFounders, COOs, CFOs, and marketers exploring international growth, cost optimization, and compliance-ready market entry.ConnectGuest: Mike — H&Co (Global Expansion)Host: Stay Tranquilo Network | Cafecito y Croquetas#globalexpansion #career #businesspodcast #morningbrew #business #businesssuccess #miami #globalbusiness #latam #tarrifs #nearshoring #uae #growth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Good Morning BSS World, I had a pleasure of hosting three exceptional professionals who represent both sides of the Atlantic - Shelli Ryan (CEO of Ad Hoc Communication Resources), Michael Nacarato (Head of Third-Party Risk Management and member of IAOP's Strategic Advisory Board), and Jens R. Voigt (Global Outsourcing Leader at eBay). Together, we explored how American companies approach outsourcing, nearshoring, and offshoring - and what this means for Poland and Central Europe.The conversation was inspired by our recent meeting at the Follow the Leaders event in Gdańsk, where we discussed how Polish and Central European businesses can attract more American investors. Shelli emphasized the importance of building a clear narrative and value proposition for Polish service providers - focusing not only on cost but on talent, multilingual skills, and innovation. Michael highlighted the shift from chasing arbitrage to chasing talent and value, especially in the era of AI and automation. Jens shared insights from eBay's global outsourcing strategy, underlining Poland's strengths: education, infrastructure, safety, and stability - all crucial for long-term partnerships.We also talked about the need for a unified, public-private marketing effort to promote Poland abroad - similar to campaigns led by African nations - and how Poland can position itself as Europe's major investment gateway, just like Ireland once did.This episode is a must-listen for anyone in global business services, outsourcing, or economic development. It's a candid, cross-continental conversation about the future of global delivery, talent, and how to bridge American expectations with European excellence.Key points of the podcast:Poland's competitive advantages in the BPO sector include a highly educated workforce, significant infrastructure investments, and a stable regulatory environment, making it an attractive destination within Europe.To attract American businesses, Poland must enhance its public relations efforts, potentially through a public-private partnership to create a unified and aggressive marketing campaign that highlights its technological advancements and safety.Engaging in direct outreach, such as organizing roadshows in the US and inviting American executives to visit Poland, can help showcase the country's capabilities and foster stronger business connections.  Links:Shelli Ryan - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelliryan/Michael Nacarato – https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-nacarato-cop-90705311/Jens R. Voigt – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrvoigt/Ad Hoc Communication Resources - https://adhoccr.com/IAOP - https://www.iaop.org/Talk to AI about this episode - https://gmbw.onpodcastai.com/episodes/pBhcfzq4adl/chat  ****************************  My name is Wiktor Doktór and on daily basis I run Pro Progressio Club - https://proprogressio.com/en/activity/pro-progressio-club/1 - it's a community of many private companies and public sector organizations that care about the development of business relations in the B2B model. In the Good Morning BSS World podcast, apart from solo episodes, I share interviews with experts and specialists from global BPO/GBS industry.If you want to learn more about me, please visit my social media channels:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/wiktordoktorHere is also link to the English podcasts Playlist - https://bit.ly/GoodMorningBSSWorldPodcastYTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktorYou can also write to me. 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Miguel Familia is the CEO and co-founder of Wise BPO. He is based between the Dominican Republic and St. Petersburg, Florida, USA. Miguel has a long history in CX, but one year ago he decided to create a new BPO brand - serving clients from the Dominican Republic. Peter called Miguel to learn about his story of creating a new CX brand, his background in this industry, the advantages of the DR, and his vision for the future of CX. https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguel-familia-b0b37812/ https://wisebp.com/ SUMMARY: Mark Hillary and Peter Ryan introduce Miguel Familia, CEO and co-founder of Wise BPO in the Dominican Republic. Miguel shares his journey from starting in BPO at 17 to establishing Wise BPO, emphasizing the importance of people over technology in customer service. He highlights the challenges of securing initial business deals and the success of engaging with new prospects. Miguel advises budding entrepreneurs to be genuine in their interactions. 

In dieser Folge des BVL Podcasts geht es um die vielfältigen Risiken und Bedrohungen für die globalen Lieferketten. Unser Host Boris Felgendreher begrüßt Karina Lück, Director Operations Strategy and Transformation bei PwC Germany und Dr. Burkhard Sommer, Partner and Head of the Maritime Competence Center bei PwC Germany und diskutiert, wie man Supply Chains im Krisenmodus managt. Unter anderem geht es um folgende Themen: Aktuelle Bedrohungslage für Lieferketten (Oktober 2025): - Stärkerer geopolitischer Einfluss auf Warenströme (v. a. USA, China). - Strafzölle, Einfuhrbestimmungen → Unsicherheit und kurzfristige Veränderungen. - Engpässe an maritimen Chokepoints wie Suezkanal, Straße von Hormuz, Schwarzes Meer, Südchinesisches Meer. - Piraterie, Terror, regionale Konflikte → Risiko für Seewege. Herausforderungen für Logistikverantwortliche: - Informationsflut, kurze Reaktionszeiten, steigende Komplexität. Notwendig: breite Informationsbasis, Austausch mit Behörden und Branchenkollegen. Reaktionen von Unternehmen: - Einrichtung von Taskforces und Risikoabteilungen (Geopolitik, Cybersecurity, Lieferketten). - Transparenz in der Wertschöpfungskette als Schlüssel. - Resilienz bleibt ausbaufähig – Corona-Erfahrungen wurden nicht vollständig umgesetzt. Besonderheiten für KMU: - Mittelständler und kleine Speditionen haben weniger Ressourcen → Informationsaustausch und Kooperationen sind überlebenswichtig. Flexibilität vs. Planungssicherheit bei Zöllen: - Empfehlung: „No-Regret-Moves“ (z. B. richtige Zolltarife prüfen, Netzwerkanalysen durchführen), keine überstürzten Produktionsverlagerungen. Produktionsverlagerungen & Handelsstrukturen: - Zunahme neuer Freihandelsabkommen. - Kapazitätsausbau in den USA, besonders im Medtech-Bereich. - Teilverlagerung von China nach Südostasien (Vietnam, Thailand), oft aber weiterhin in chinesischem Besitz. - Mittelständler nutzen Netzwerke und Handelskammern zur Orientierung. Standort Europa / Deutschland: - Vorteile: Ausbildungsniveau, Rechtssicherheit, strategische Gründe (z. B. Halbleiterproduktion). - Nearshoring wird wichtiger, aber Umsetzung dauert. Trends in der maritimen Logistik: - Weniger globaler Massenverkehr, mehr regionaler Handel (v. a. innerhalb Asiens). - Asien & Naher Osten als Wachstumstreiber, Europa gesättigter Markt. Risikobild maritime Logistik: - Seeweg bleibt Haupttransportträger. - Bedrohungen: Wetter, Piraterie, Konflikte, Drohnenangriffe, Cyberattacken. - Angriffe werden billiger → asymmetrische Bedrohung. - Drohnenabwehr & Cybersicherheit als neue Kernfelder. Strategien zur Resilienzsteigerung: - Krise als Chance für Investitionen („Never waste a good crisis“). - Datenqualität & Transparenz verbessern. - Priorisierung je nach bestehender Infrastruktur. - Bestände strategisch aufbauen (Puffer, Lagerkapazitäten). - Robotik & Automatisierung erhöhen Flexibilität, erfordern aber Investitionen. Hilfreiche Links: PwC: https://www.pwc.de/de Karina Lück auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karina-l%C3%BCck/ Dr. Burkhard Sommer auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burkhard-sommer/ Boris Felgendreher auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/borisfelgendreher/ BVL: https://www.bvl.de/ BVL Supply Chain CX: https://cx.bvl.de/

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This week we have a group of CX and BPO experts who recently visited Georgia. This nation of 3.6m people is positioned on the Black Sea, at the intersection of Europe and Asia, and is working hard to position itself as an attractive destination for CX and BPO sourcing. Peter Ryan talked to people who travelled with him to visit Georgia this year to explore questions such as the ease of doing business there, the opportunity for multilingual CX, and how Georgia is attracting more digital and high-tech talent. Featured in the discussion: Elona Ymeri Service Delivery Manager, Assist Digital Tirana, Albania https://www.linkedin.com/in/elonaymeri/   Traci Freeman Managing Member, Believe Consulting Johannesburg, South Africa https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracifreeman/   Jasen Shirley Head of Customer Service and Sales, North America/Canada, SIXT Riverview, Florida, US https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasen-shirley-688a651b8/ ------------ https://www.investingeorgia.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprisegeorgia/ https://www.enterprisegeorgia.gov.ge/ SUMMARY: Mark Hillary and Peter Ryan discuss a recent visit to Georgia sponsored by Enterprise Georgia, highlighting the country's potential as a CX and BPO destination. The trip involved 15 stakeholders, including Jason Shirley, Ilona, and Tracy Freeman, who all shared their impressions in the discussion. Key points include Georgia's cultural alignment with the West, fast internet, co-working spaces, and ease of business setup. The Government Services Center was praised for its efficiency and customer service. The discussion also touched on Georgia's multilingual workforce, advanced skills, and the potential for complex services. Comparisons with Jamaica and other established BPO destinations were made, emphasizing Georgia's readiness for higher-value outsourcing.

דוד (דודו) ארבל, סמנכ"ל התפעול (COO) של ענקית הספנות ZIM, מגיע לשיחה שמגלה איך באמת העולם עובד, דרך הים. עם מעל 80% מהסחורות בעולם שעוברות באוניות, כל עיכוב, נתיב חסום או עליית מחירי דלק משפיעה ישירות על כלכלה עולמית, וגם על הכיס שלנו.בפרק דיברנו על המורכבות בניהול צי אוניות עולמי, ההשפעה של משברים גיאופוליטיים כמו החות'ים בים האדום, אתגרי זמן השהייה בנמלים, מחירי המכולות, ודלקים אלטרנטיביים.דוד הסביר איך טכנולוגיה (AI, אוטומציה בנמלים) כבר משנה את התחום ומה המשקיעים באמת צריכים לחפש כשמנתחים חברת ספנות: ניהול סיכונים, גמישות מבצעית, ויכולת תכנון מול מחזוריות קיצונית.שוחחנו גם על ההזדמנויות החדשות: Nearshoring, נתיבי ארקטיים, חברות נמל, ביטוח ימי ותשתיות. והכי חשוב, איך לדעתו ייראה עתיד התחום בשנים הקרובות.פרק שעוזר להבין מבין אדם עם עשרות שנים של ניסיון על אחת מהתעשיות החשובות ביותר בעולם.לפתיחת חשבון מסחר במיטב:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://landing.meitav.co.il/he-IL/landing/trade/tradeleads?utm_source=%D7%92%D7%99%D7%90+%D7%A0%D7%AA%D7%9F&utm_medium=%D7%92%D7%99%D7%90+%D7%A0%D7%AA%D7%9F⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠לאינסטגרם שלי:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/guynatan9/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠לאתר שלי:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://guynatan.com00:00:00 - פתיחה00:01:06 - הצגת האורח: דוד (דודו) ארבל03:55 - מה ההבדל בין העולם הימי הצבאי לעולם הספנות האזרחי?05:26 - מה זה ספנות קווית ומה חברה כמו צים בעצם מוכרת?10:46 - איך מחשבים רווחיות בעולם הספנות? (ומהם המשתנים המרכזיים)14:40 - משבר החות'ים: איך אירוע גיאופוליטי אחד משפיע על כל שרשרת האספקה?21:53 - מהו היתרון התחרותי של צים על פני המתחרות?25:20 - איך נולדה האסטרטגיה שהובילה להנפקה בוול סטריט?37:35 - מהם צווארי הבקבוק המרכזיים בענף הספנות העולמי?52:40 - שלושת הפרמטרים להערכת חברת ספנות איכותית57:34 - המסר למאזינים: נחישות והתמדה הם כוח בלתי מוגבל

A "relentless" surge has happened in U.S-Mexico trade, which reached a staggering $840 billion in 2024 and jumped another 21% year-to-date in 2025. Companies like Echo Global Logistics are capitalizing on this growth, accelerating investment by opening a new office in Monterrey, Mexico, a key hub in the "golden triangle" of manufacturing. Nearshoring significantly enhances supply chain efficiency, cutting transit times from finished product to a U.S. door down to just 24 to 72 hours, far superior to the 14 to 20 days typically needed for freight coming from Asia. Shifting focus to the Pacific ports, we analyze the sharp, "truly historic decline" in U.S. container imports, projected to fall 15.7% for the remainder of 2025, driven by China tariffs and shipment front-loading. This soft volume is "absolutely hammering" the domestic trucking sector, leading to significant cuts in Q3 and Q4 earnings estimates for major asset-based truckload carriers like Schneider and Werner. Small carriers are feeling a "brutal" cash flow crisis, illustrated by the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing of H5 Transport, which relied heavily on factoring to make weekly payroll. Union Pacific's proposed merger with Norfolk Southern is still on, aimed at achieving $1 billion in annual cost savings. We discuss why industry veterans caution that the secured lifetime job protection guarantees for the SMART-TD union might become a "ticket to misery" for employees forced into undesirable work or relocations. Ultimately, navigating the freight industry's future requires adapting to three massive disruptive forces: effectively integrating AI and FreightTech, managing geopolitical shifts and trade policies, and adjusting to changing workforce dynamics due to automation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A "relentless" surge has happened in U.S-Mexico trade, which reached a staggering $840 billion in 2024 and jumped another 21% year-to-date in 2025. Companies like Echo Global Logistics are capitalizing on this growth, accelerating investment by opening a new office in Monterrey, Mexico, a key hub in the "golden triangle" of manufacturing. Nearshoring significantly enhances supply chain efficiency, cutting transit times from finished product to a U.S. door down to just 24 to 72 hours, far superior to the 14 to 20 days typically needed for freight coming from Asia. Shifting focus to the Pacific ports, we analyze the sharp, "truly historic decline" in U.S. container imports, projected to fall 15.7% for the remainder of 2025, driven by China tariffs and shipment front-loading. This soft volume is "absolutely hammering" the domestic trucking sector, leading to significant cuts in Q3 and Q4 earnings estimates for major asset-based truckload carriers like Schneider and Werner. Small carriers are feeling a "brutal" cash flow crisis, illustrated by the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing of H5 Transport, which relied heavily on factoring to make weekly payroll. Union Pacific's proposed merger with Norfolk Southern is still on, aimed at achieving $1 billion in annual cost savings. We discuss why industry veterans caution that the secured lifetime job protection guarantees for the SMART-TD union might become a "ticket to misery" for employees forced into undesirable work or relocations. Ultimately, navigating the freight industry's future requires adapting to three massive disruptive forces: effectively integrating AI and FreightTech, managing geopolitical shifts and trade policies, and adjusting to changing workforce dynamics due to automation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wie baut man ohne Fremdkapital eine der heißesten Fitness- und Lifestyle-Marken Europas auf – und das in nur sechs Jahren? Darüber spricht Host Sven Rittau mit Philip Clas, Chief Digital & Marketing Officer bei TEVEO, in dieser Folge des ChefTreff Podcasts. Denn die Reise dieser Marke, die in jedem Gym präsent ist und die Gen Z längst zur Love Brand gemacht hat, ist eine außergewöhnliche. TEVEO, gestartet von Amelie Schröpfer und Christopher Stahl aus einer Studentenwohnung heraus, hat es gebootstrapt auf über 50 Mio. € Umsatz geschafft – mit ikonischen Produkten wie der „Booty Scrunch Leggings“, einer radikalen Nähe zur Community und einer klaren Influencer-DNA. Philip teilt im Podcast spannende Einblicke, warum TEVEO trotz aller Hypes am Influencer-Marketing festhält, wie internationale Skalierung funktioniert und was es braucht, um als D2C-Brand relevant zu bleiben. Dabei geht es um weit mehr als Social Media: von Nearshoring und Fast-Drops über mutige Messeauftritte bis hin zum Aufbau von Running Clubs in europäischen Metropolen. Was lässt sich von TEVEO lernen, wenn es um Community, Speed und Markenaufbau geht? Und welche Wetten platziert die Brand jetzt, um die 100-Millionen-Marke anzupeilen? In dieser Folge mit Philip Clas und Sven Rittau lernst Du:

Se va a revisar el TMEC y EU solo quiere hacer negocios con sus amigos, pero da la impresión de que está pidiendo cosas que no están relacionadas con el acuerdo comercial.Por eso hay que preguntarse si sería necesario que las políticas de seguridad nacional amplíen su espectro para considerar los nuevos escenarios económicos y definir qué papel ocupará el crimen organizado.Una conversación con Claudia Calvin Venero, ex directora del Consejo Mexicano de Asuntos Internacionales y periodista por la Universidad del Sur de California.Visita la sección de Finanzas de El Sol de México para estar al día del contexto económico. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearshoring organizations have invested heavily in operations at the border between the U.S. and Mexico, but what if the real opportunities were further south? Jordan Dewart, president of Redwood Mexico joins FreightWaves' Mary O'Connell to break down why Central Mexico could be the best destination for organizations looking to expand in Mexico. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Tijuana a forgotten immigrant town, or North American economic powerhouse? What do you get when culture, talent, and global business collide at the border? In this episode, Rob and Adriana Eguia, Chairperson of the Tijuana Economic Development Corporation, take us inside the fast-changing economic and entrepreneurial landscape of Tijuana. Once known mainly for its location as the northwestern gateway to the United States, the city is now making headlines for its vibrant young talent pool, growing innovation hubs, and strategic role in the near-shoring boom. They discuss how companies like Vesta are helping shape the region's future through real estate development, and how political uncertainty and infrastructure challenges must be met with collaboration and long-term thinking. Whether you're a business leader, policy maker, or just curious about what's next for one of North America's most dynamic border cities — this conversation offers a fresh, hopeful look at Tijuana's potential to lead the way.Feel free to follow and engage with ADRIANA here:- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriana-eguia-alaniz-7b00431b/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eguialaniz82/- Website: https://vesta.com.mx/We're so grateful to you, our growing audience of entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders interested in the human stories of the Entrepreneurial Thinkers behind entrepreneurial economies worldwide.As always we hope you enjoy each episode and Like, Follow, Subscribe or share with your friends. You can find our shows here, and our new Video Podcast, at “Entrepreneurial Thinkers” channel on YouTube. Plug in, relax and enjoy inspiring, educational and empowering conversations between Rob and our guests.¡Cheers y gracias!,Entrepreneurial Thinkers Team.Chapters00:00 The Economic Landscape of Tijuana03:48 Tijuana's Unique Cultural Fusion06:56 The Young Talent Pool in Tijuana10:06 Political and Economic Challenges12:55 Opportunities Amidst Uncertainty16:01 Diversifying Tijuana's Economy19:00 Balancing Diverse Economic Interests22:03 Global Trade Dynamics and Tijuana25:12 Future Prospects for Tijuana30:12 Navigating Cross-Border Trade and Customs32:52 Diversifying Economic Dependencies34:52 The Role of Women in Business Leadership36:05 Future Vision for Tijuana39:45 The Impact of Nearshoring on Local Economy43:54 Vesta: A Case Study in Real Estate Development

Emisión del martes 26 de agosto de 2025 Un estudio de la Universidad de Stanford, publicado ayer en la revista Fortune, confirma que la inteligencia artificial (IA) está cerrando las puertas del mercado laboral a los jóvenes. Los investigadores hallaron que, entre finales de 2022, cuando se lanzó ChatGPT, y mediados de 2025, en EEUU cayó 16% el número de empleos para personas de 22 a 25 años en sectores expuestos a la IA, como desarrollo de software, servicio al cliente y traducción. "Deja que tus oídos te abran los ojos." #RuizHealyTimes #AbriendoLaConversación www.ruizhealytimes.com www.radioformula.mx

México en un destino natural para la relocalización de inversiones que buscan mayor certidumbre ante la fragmentación global del comercio. Así es como también lo ven las empresas de China, según la la vocal presidente de la Junta de Gobierno de la Cámara de comercio y tecnología Mexico -China, Amapola Grijalva, con quien conversamos en el primer episodio de la temporada tres del podcast de Nearshoring de El Economista.Para más información del tema, visita: ¡Síguenos en nuestras redes sociales para mantenerte informado!Twitter: https://twitter.com/eleconomista Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElEconomista.mxInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleconomistamxLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/el-economista/#ElEconomista #EETV

From time to time, we'll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed. During this episode, Santosh is joined by Dr. Tom Goldsby, Chair of Logistics at the Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee. Santosh and Tom discuss the complexities of supply chain management and other important topics. Tom shares his background, the growth of the University of Tennessee's supply chain program, and the importance of nearshoring and agility in today's volatile environment. They also explore the evolution of parcel logistics, the challenges of last-mile delivery, the impacts of AI on supply chain innovation for the future, and more.Highlights from their conversation include:Tom's Background in Supply Chain and Logistics (1:22)The Impact of Nearshoring (6:41)Geopolitical Considerations (9:38)Agility in Supply Chain (13:04)Adapting to Pandemic Challenges (16:16)Parcel Logistics Evolution (19:49)USPS incentives and parcel network changes (23:25)Walmart's last mile and returns strategy (24:01)Rapid fire Segment: AI, Port of Baltimore, and Trucking (25:09)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (28:24)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/

En este episodio de Pesos Pesados contamos con la participación de Celso Juan Marranzini, presidente del CONEP, para explorar el papel del sector empresarial en el desarrollo económico de la República Dominicana. A través de una conversación cercana, Celso comparte su trayectoria, desde su infancia y formación académica hasta su liderazgo en los gremios y el trabajo en el sector industrial.Hablamos sobre la historia y misión del CONEP —su fundación en 1963, su evolución y la relevante función que cumple como representante del sector privado en materia de diálogo, reformas y políticas públicas. Además, se abordan temas clave para el país, como la importancia de la educación, la formalización laboral, los desafíos del código laboral, y las oportunidades de crecimiento regional a través del Nearshoring y las cadenas de valor.Celso también nos invita a reflexionar sobre la colaboración público-privada, los avances en infraestructura y logística, y cómo estos elementos han impulsado la posición de República Dominicana en el escenario internacional. Además, comparte su visión sobre la necesidad de fortalecer la continuidad en las políticas públicas, especialmente en áreas estratégicas como educación y economía.Este episodio está lleno de ideas y experiencias que resaltan el papel del sector privado en el progreso del país y ofrecen claves para entender la dirección futura de República Dominicana.No olvides suscribirte, darle like y dejar tus comentarios. ¡Queremos conocer tu opinión y seguir apoyando contenido relevante para el crecimiento de nuestra nación!#CONEP #EconomíaRD #SectorPrivado #Negocios #DesarrolloSostenible #Liderazgo #ReformaEconómica

Luis Derechin - Nir-Yu (Pronounced 'Near You') On the Building Upon Your Success: "Any successful company is in the continuous improvement process. We identified what we call the Offshore Team Death Trap—seven systemic failures—and built our process to counteract them." Hiring locally can be expensive and you need to pay for a space for that employee to work.  Hire remotely and your costs should go down, but your volume and value of work may suffer, dependent on your employees.  Hire overseas and you end up with vaguely incoherent contractors that do less work than a domestic employee, if you count you saying, "Please repeat that..." about a zillion times.  The answer for some businesses may be Nearshoring.  Hiring contractors that have lived in an English speaking world, but also in a world that allows a dollar to go three or four times as far. Luis Derechin of Nir-Yu has created a company to help you do just that.  Hire, train and utilize a workforce that speaks well and has strong skills at a cost that is a fraction of a domestic employee. Luis dives deep into the world of remote staffing and the art of building international teams. From early candy-selling hustle as a child in Mexico, to founding Mexico's first tech startup to be venture funded by U.S. investors, Luis shares his lifelong journey as an entrepreneur—and reveals the key challenges businesses face when hiring remote employees in Latin America. You'll hear firsthand the pitfalls of remote talent acquisition, the importance of cultural alignment, and how Nir-Yu's “Remote Intelligence Framework” solves issues like the “Offshore Team Death Trap.” James and Luis also get candid about managing teams, navigating language barriers, and why a win-win relationship is essential for international staffing success. Whether you're battling talent shortages, feeling the pinch of rising labor costs, or just curious about building remote teams, this conversation is packed with insight, practical stories, and a bit of entrepreneurial humor. Listen as Luis explains the pros and cons of utilizing a nearshore team and how it may help your business. Enjoy! Visit Luis at: https://www.nir-yu.com/     Podcast Overview: 00:00 From Candy Seller to Tech Entrepreneur 06:50 Simplifying Data Integration Processes 14:34 Custom Job Matching & Vetting 16:53 Remote Hiring Over Project-Based Work 23:55 Cultural Challenges in Remote Work 28:16 Transparent Hiring and Fee Strategy 37:18 Health Insurance Cost Disparity 42:44 Infrastructure Differences in Latin America 48:10 "Importance of Hiring a Tech Lead" 53:02 Company Rehires After Layoffs 57:22 DNA Genome Mapping Challenges 01:02:02 Differences Between US and Europe 01:07:48 Offshore Team Success Guide Podcast Transcription: Luis Derechin [00:00:00]: I would buy Mexican candy and take it over to the US and then sell them to my schoolmates. So that was my first taste of entrepreneurship. Until the principal shut it down. Because no one had lunch money. James Kademan [00:00:18]: You have found Authentic Business Adventures, the business program that brings you the struggle stories and triumphant successes of business owners across the land. Downloadable audio episodes can be found in the podcast link found at drawincustomers.com we are locally underwritten by the bank of Sun Prairie Calls On Call Extraordinary Answering Service as well as the Bold Business Book. And today we're welcoming preparing to learn from Lewis of near you and Louis. We're talking staffing today. So let's just start with there. What is near your? Luis Derechin [00:00:49]: Thank you, James. First of all, allow me to thank you for having me on. It's a privilege and an honor. James Kademan [00:00:57]: Yeah, happy to have you. Luis Derechin [00:00:59]: Thanks. Very excited to talk to small and mid market companies about staffing because what we do is basically hire staff to work remotely for US companies from...

Penúltimo episodio de la temporada, Carlos Elizondo, Beata Wojna y Azucena Rojas Parra hacen un corte de caja: nearshoring, la inestabilidad internacional con Trump en escena y la transformación del Poder Judicial. La realidad no se detiene… y nosotros tampoco.

From time to time, we'll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed.During this episode, Santosh is joined by Jaime Tabachnik, Co-Founder and CEO at Solvento, a company unlocking the flow of money for truckers in Latin America. During the conversation, Santosh and Jaime discuss the intersection of freight and finance. Jaime shares his transition from civil engineering to logistics and payments, and how his experience led to founding Solvento. The company aims to help SMEs in the Mexican trucking industry by providing software and financial solutions to improve cash flow and efficiency. They discuss Solvento's $50 million lending facility, the specifics of the Mexican trucking market, and the impact of nearshoring. Jaime also addresses venture capital investment in lending models, the potential for transformative change in the Mexican economy, and more.Highlights from their conversation include:Solvento and Logistics Payment Automation (0:41)Jaime's background in Supply Chain and Logistics (1:51)Solvento's Infrastructure for Freight Industry (9:46Lending Facility and Quick Pay Solutions (15:49)Mexican Trucking Industry Insights (22:34)Nearshoring and the Mexican Supply Chain (25:53)Lending Models in Emerging Markets (28:39)VC Investment and Capital Efficiency (30:51)Jaime's Motivation and Industry Impact (32:05)Rapid Fire: Security, Elections, and Interest Rates (34:01)Final thoughts and takeaways (37:01)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/

Esta semana platicamos sobre Arca Continental y sus maquinitas, de la obsesión por los viajes de lujo, de la caída en el precio de las acciones de marcas que le interesan a esta audiencia y también de las juntas one on one. En el deep dive, una actualización al nearshoring.notas del episodio04:05 - Arca Continental09:52 - Viajes de lujo15:19 - caída de algunas acciones19:16 - juntas one on one30:11 - deep diverecomendaciones • How the iPhone Drove Men and Women Apart Prueba Whitepaper 30 días gratis

Conversamos con Arnulfo Rodríguez Hernández, economista principal de análisis macroeconómico en BBVA en México. Nos cuenta sobre la situación de la economía mexicana, sus perspectivas, y cómo aumentar el crecimiento potencial y observado del país. Distribuido por Genuina Media

In this week's episode of the FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Adán Capuchino Monrreal, México Branch Director at Little John Transportation Services Inc., and Sergio I Martinez Hinojosa, Operations Supervisor. They discuss the advantages of being a Landstar agent, the future of nearshoring in Mexico, and the impact tariffs are currently having on businesses.This episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, TextLocate, WireBee and FreightFlex.Interested in sponsoring our podcast? Send us an email at pbj@freightcaviar.com.Subscribe for more!

In this episode of History 102, 'WhatIfAltHist' creator Rudyard Lynch and co-host Austin Padgett explore Mexican history from pre-colonial Mesoamerican civilizations through Spanish conquest to modern times. They examines cultural evolution, governance challenges, and social transformations while highlighting how geographic, racial, and colonial legacies shaped Mexico's development. --

Highlights from their conversation include:The transition back to CEO and managing company changes (1:23)Acquisition of Shopify Logistics and Convoy (3:41)Focus on profitability and going public (10:15)The culture of velocity (11:13)Building trust and transparency (12:10)Focus, quality, and cost discipline (14:02)User experience for importers and exporters vs. freight forwarders (22:29)Supply chain start-ups and the importance of return on invested capital (23:47)The endurance of supply chain and the value of technology in the industry (28:33)The importance of network effects (33:37)The value of automation in global logistics (38:57)Optimizing ship routing in freight forwarding (42:55)Machine learning and reducing cancellation rates (45:51)Nearshoring and diversification of manufacturing (48:28)The Mississippi River network for container shipping (55:46)Potential impacts and topics for 2024 (57:00)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/

AI is being hyped as the magic bullet for supply chains—but what happens when your infrastructure isn't ready to support it? In this episode, Blythe Brumleve chats with David Bell, CEO of Cloneops.ai, about the cold, hard realities of deploying AI in logistics. From unreliable data pipelines to the complexity of nearshoring, David breaks down what's broken, what's fixable, and what's still wildly misunderstood.Whether you're trying to optimize costs or just figure out how to prep your backend systems, this episode delivers the technical insights and strategy talk you didn't know you needed.Key takeaways:Most companies overestimate their AI readiness due to poor data infrastructure.Nearshoring challenges can be solved, but not without multi-tier supply visibility.AI needs structured, reliable, and real-time data to be effective.Cost optimization often breaks down without proper freight data standardization.Internal champions for AI projects must bridge both tech and ops.LINKS:David's LinkedInCloneOps WebsiteCloneOps LogisticsAndrew Silver Interview on The Freight PodWATCH THE FULL EPISODE HEREFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know. -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interview series powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the leap and found a home with SPI freight agent program. CloneOps AI-powered phone operations for inbound and outbound calls with speed, scale, and efficiency. Our virtual agents handle high-volume interactions, automate workflows, and deliver real-time insights, freeing your team to focus on growth. Designed for logistics, retail, and beyond—seamless communication, smarter conversations, faster resolutions. CargoRex – Your Logistics Hub. Explore, discover, and evolve with the all-in-one platform connecting you to the top logistics tools, services, and industry voices. Whether you're a leader, researcher, or creator, CargoRex helps you stay ahead. Explore Now Digital Dispatch maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers. Check out our website services her...

In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Ian Hinckley from DGI Apparel to tackle the tough questions everyone in the custom apparel game is asking. From rising tariffs and supply chain chaos to the tech-driven shakeup in how shops order and operate — Ian breaks it all down.

This Flashback Friday is from episode 301, published last February 21, 2013. Jason Hartman interviews Bud Conrad, Chief Economist of Casey Research, regarding the geopolitical focal points in our world, funneling these down to how it all affects the United States. Bud mentions the importance of looking at the big picture of what is happening in the world, particularly China becoming the new “mover” in the world, Japan's apparent desire to destroy its currency, new technology, government overreach, who benefits from inflationary measures and monetary policy, and much more. Author of the new book Profiting from the World's Economic Crisis, Bud Conrad holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Yale and an MBA from Harvard. He has held positions with IBM, CDC, Amdahl, and Tandem. Currently, he serves as a local board member of the National Association of Business Economics and teaches graduate courses in investing at Golden Gate University. Bud, a futures investor for 25 years and a full-time investor for a decade, is also a regular lecturer for American Association of Individual Investors and a frequent contributor on Fox Business News. In addition,  he produces original analysis for Casey Research, including unique charts and research on the economy and investment markets.   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com  

Jason and Rahul Sen Sharma, an expert on indexes from Index (INDXX), discuss global economic shifts, trade wars, and the stock market. His company tracks over $20 billion in index-based assets, aiding companies in creating indexes, ETFs, and funds. He emphasizes focusing on long-term macro trends over daily market noise, highlighting "re-globalization" as a key shift driven by supply chain vulnerabilities and a desire for friendly-shoring and near-shoring. While tariffs may offer short-term benefits to some countries like India and Mexico, the focus should be on transformative trends like EVs, battery tech, renewables, and critical metals for long-term investment. He also touches on the importance of understanding index rulebooks due to performance divergences and addresses concerns about the S&P 500's concentration, suggesting the marketplace will dictate the need for alternative weighting. https://www.indxx.com/ #Indexes #Economy #TradeWar #Tariffs #StockMarket #Globalization #Reglobalization #Friendshoring #Nearshoring #Investment #Finance #ETFs #MarketTrends #Macroeconomics #RahulSenSharma #INDXX Key Takeaways: 1:28 Meet Rahul 2:16 Broad strokes and taking a macro view 5:11 Reglobalization 7:49 Level playing field 9:43 Where do we go from here 13:16 A difference in indexes 16:24 Self-indexing and the active managers 20:50 The big picture perspective   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com    

As the complexity and demands of technology continue to rise in our business lives, CEOs need to explore all available avenues of how to identify and attract top talent. This is where nearshoring comes in. Nearshoring is a valuable vehicle to augment existing teams, support rapid scaling, or bring new knowledge into an organization quickly.   To learn more about nearshoring we turned to Brian Samson, an entrepreneur who has lived and established multiple companies in Latin America. Because of this he holds unparalleled insight into leveraging untapped talent pools of highly educated individuals in Central and South America. Brian holds a passion for helping businesses thrive by introducing great talent to great companies but along the way we also learned he is a caring human who will always be found rooting for the Chicago Cubs.   Here are highlights of our conversation:   -      Nearshore Defined: Moving jobs or tasks within the same time zone, as opposed to offshoring which involves moving across an ocean. The benefit of nearshoring is finding highly skilled talent regardless of the location that speaks English and works the same business day as the US.   -      Challenging Latin America Misconceptions: The discussion focused on myth busting some perceptions of Latin America, particularly Mexico, based on media portrayals and personal experiences.   -      Fostering Children: Brian shared his personal experience of becoming a foster family after hearing about the challenges faced by children in the foster care system. He punctuated the need for more good homes for the 440,000 children in the foster care system in the US, adding that less than 3% ever make it to college.   Brian Samson is a seasoned entrepreneur with a nine-year track record as the founder and CEO in the Nearshore (LATAM) industry. Having lived in Argentina and established multiple companies throughout Latin America that serve the U.S. market, Brian has an unparalleled insight into leveraging untapped talent pools. His journey includes raising $2 million as a founder, scaling his company to 80 team members, and achieving three successful exits. He has held significant roles such as Department Head at Lending Club during its pre-IPO phase, which IPO'd with a $10 billion valuation, and was part of the executive team at Sosh before its acquisition by Postmates and eventually Uber. Brian holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson and leads as a General Partner at Hang10X Capital, making numerous investments in promising ventures. Away from his professional endeavors, Brian's personal life is equally fulfilling. He and his wife are licensed foster parents and have adopted a baby girl from foster care, now raising two toddlers along with a Boston Terrier puppy in their Oahu home. A Chicago native and a staunch Cubs fan, Brian enjoys the island life, which includes the beautiful weather and vibrant community. With a passion that wakes him every day since 2015, Brian is committed to connecting exceptional talent across the Americas with hyper-growth companies in the U.S.   Connect with Brian: Website: www.plugg.tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansamson/   Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web, and it is ranked the number 6 CEO podcast to listen to in 2025! https://podcasts.feedspot.com/ceo_podcasts/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/  Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/  X: @DisruptiveCEO     #CEO #brand #startup #startupstory #founder #business #businesspodcast #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices