Podcasts about nearshoring

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

The following article of the Trade & Invesment industry is: “Tariff Fallout: Is This the End of Nearshoring?” by Ilan Epelbaum, CEO, Mail Boxes Etc. México.

Luis Miguel González Director editorial en El Economista conversa con Spencer Levy, el mayor experto global en bienes raíces, sobre el papel de México en la transformación del comercio global. Una charla imperdible para inversionistas, urbanistas y todo aquel interesado en el futuro económico de México.

The following article of the Logistics & Mobility industry is: “Innovating Supply Chains in the Age of Nearshoring” by Víctor Reyes, Chief Investors Officer, Estructuras de Información (EDI).

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!

En este espacio donde profundizamos sobre el avance del Nearshoring, conversamos con el experto en temas del Sur y Sureste, Omar Cancino sobre el puente entre los océanos Atlántico y Pacífico que permita transportar rápidamente la mercancía en territorio mexicano. Ya se logró un primer cruce. ¿Tiempo de cantar victoria?

The following article of the Policy and Economy industry is: “Mexico and Nearshoring: Between Greatness and Failure” by Carlos Sánchez, CEO, Techshare.

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. --

Contratar talento extranjero puede ser una gran decisión... si lo haces bien. Junto a las expertas Jessica P. Nava y Jessica Cassanova, descubre los pasos clave para cumplir con la ley migratoria y evitar multas por malas prácticas al emplear personas extranjeras en México.

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/

The following article of the Infrastructure industry is: “Nearshoring's Biggest Challenge: Operational Reliability” by  Leonardo Vieira, Founder & CEO, TRACTIAN MX.

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    

Donald Trump just dropped a major bombshell on global trade—again. In this emergency bonus episode, Renaud breaks down the April 2nd "Liberation Day" announcement and how his new sweeping tariff strategy could shake up global sourcing, hit key allies, and complicate the China manufacturing equation even further.   Show Sections [00:00] Introduction & Overview​ [01:00] The April 2nd Announcement Breakdown​ [04:10] China's Tariff Reset and Its Uncertain Future​ [06:00] Emerging Asian Hubs Under Pressure​ [08:00] Legal and WTO Considerations​ [10:00] Importers' Reactions and Strategic Planning​ [13:00] Impact on Chinese Manufacturers​ [17:00] Nearshoring and the Mexico Loophole​ [21:00] India's Position in Global Sourcing​ [25:00] Strategic Takeaways and Future Outlook   Related content... What is 'Liberation Day'? Donald Trump promises reciprocal tariffs on April 2 See the full list of reciprocal tariffs by country from Trump's "Liberation Day" chart World reacts to Trump's sweeping 'liberation day' tariffs [Video]   Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB

En un inicio de abril complejo, entre los aranceles y las perspectivas económicas, ¿se acabó el sueño? Desglosamos la carta del CEO de BlackRock, el cierre de los índices accionarios al primer trimestre y la nueva estrategia de Nike. https://www.bloomberglinea.com/latinoamerica/mexico/el-sueno-del-nearshoring-en-america-latina-se-acabo-con-el-yugo-arancelario-de-trump/

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

In this episode of Lunch With Norm, supply chain expert Kerim Kfuri joins Norm to break down the hard truths about sourcing in 2025. From tariff pressures and supplier risk to AI-powered product development and nearshoring myths, Kerim delivers no-nonsense advice for Amazon sellers navigating the chaos of global trade. Learn why too much loyalty to your supplier can kill your business, how to negotiate better terms, and the real reason nearshoring might not save you. Plus, hear about how Alibaba is reshaping sourcing with AI. If you rely on imports, want better margins, or just want to survive the next supply chain shake-up, don't miss this one. _______________________________________________ This episode is brought to you by TraceFuse: Struggling with negative Amazon reviews? TraceFuse removes non-compliant reviews 100% within Amazon's Terms of Service. With 11,000+ reviews removed for 400+ brands, TraceFuse delivers results—and you only pay for what we remove. No contracts, no monthly fees, just performance.

El panorama económico y financiero global está cambiando rápidamente, y entender sus dinámicas es clave para tomar decisiones de inversión inteligentes. En este episodio converso con Miguel Olea, experto en finanzas internacionales y private equity, para analizar los factores que están moldeando el futuro de los mercados. Hablamos sobre: ✅ El impacto de la estrategia de Trump en la economía global y las tensiones comerciales con China. ✅ Desdolarización: ¿Estamos ante el fin del dominio del dólar en el sistema financiero internacional? ✅ Oro y Bitcoin como reservas de valor: ¿Qué rol juegan en un mercado cada vez más incierto? ✅ El poder de las big tech en la bolsa: Cómo empresas como Nvidia están redefiniendo los mercados. ✅ Oportunidades en Asia: Japón y Corea del Sur como focos de inversión estratégica. ✅ Nearshoring en México: Retos, oportunidades y la importancia de una política industrial clara. Este episodio es una guía clave para inversionistas, empresarios y cualquier persona que quiera entender el futuro económico y financiero. Si buscas claridad sobre dónde están las oportunidades y riesgos en los mercados, este episodio es para ti.

Redefining nearshoring in the freight industry, Talento is focused on more than just labor—it's about building an ecosystem of technology, partnerships, and smarter processes to help companies scale efficiently.In this episode, Mia Mazal, co-founder of Talento, explains what happened with Sworkz and why she chose to launch her own company, how she's addressing talent challenges in Latin America, and why a one-size-fits-all staffing solution doesn't work in logistics. She also discusses the cultural nuances of hiring in Latin America, the importance of retention over rapid hiring, and how companies can rethink their approach to global talent.

Jaromir Cernik, head of CTP Asia, reports that a powerful combination of global supply-chain risk, a shifting geopolitical backdrop and regulatory changes from the European Union have led to more Asian businesses with European customers nearshoring their production to Europe in recent years, ramping up demand for industrial and logistics space. (03/2025)

In this very special episode of Around The Horn in Wholesale Distribution, hosts Kevin and Tom welcome renowned economist Dr. Shawn DuBravac, a former Chief Economist for the Consumer Technology Association and founder of Avrio Institute.Sean brings a wealth of knowledge on global markets, economic forecasting, and technology trends that impact wholesale distribution, manufacturing, and financial decision-making. Together, they break down inflation, consumer confidence, trade policies, tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and nearshoring trends, offering strategic insights for business leaders navigating uncertain times.If you're a wholesaler, distributor, manufacturer, or industry executive, this episode delivers expert-level economic perspectives and actionable business strategies to help you prepare for shifts in global trade, tariffs, and economic headwinds.Key Topics covered in this episode:✅ Consumer Confidence Is Dropping—But Why?✅ Tariffs, Trade, and Policy Uncertainty Are Impacting Business Decisions✅ Nearshoring & Onshoring Are on the Rise✅ AI & Technology Are Driving Efficiency in Distribution✅ The Next 12 Months Are Critical for Economic StrategyChapters & Timestamps

El investigador y director del Departamento de Finanzas y Economía de Negocios de EGADE Business School del Tec de Monterrey, Eduardo Saucedo, nos explica cómo la política industrial, puede ayudar a México a tener una posición más sólida en la relocalización de inversiones

"Nearshoring provides a better work product by reducing cultural and time zone barriers," says Chris Nicoli of Kongusto. Recorded at ITEXPO 2025, this podcast features Joel Ciniero and Chris Nicoli of Kongusto, discussing how nearshoring offers a higher-quality, cost-effective alternative to traditional outsourcing. Kongusto helps MSPs, IT service providers, and businesses leverage highly skilled Latin American talent for IT support, customer service, and back-office functions. “We're more than a standard outsourcing service. Our model ensures our nearshore staff operates at a quality level that makes them feel like part of your own company,” What is Nearshoring and Why It's Different from Outsourcing? Kongusto provides nearshore labor solutions—which means high-quality outsourced staffing without the typical drawbacks. Geographical & Time Zone Advantage – Nearshoring keeps operations in similar time zones, ensuring real-time collaboration and responsiveness. Cultural Proximity – Many employees have strong ties to the U.S., speak fluent English, and understand Western business norms. Seamless Integration – Employees become an extension of your team, rather than feeling like external contractors. Expanding the Use Case Beyond IT Support Nearshoring is often associated with customer and IT support, but Kongusto provides talent for a wide range of business functions. IT Helpdesk & Customer Support – Ensure cost-effective, skilled IT and customer service professionals. Accounts Payable, Billing & Project Management – Nearshoring extends to back-office functions that can streamline operations. Scalable Workforce – Businesses can scale quickly without the expense and complexity of domestic hiring. Why MSPs & Channel Partners Should Take Notice MSPs and technology providers already leverage outsourcing, but many have yet to experience the benefits of nearshoring in Latin America. Higher Retention & Quality – Nearshore employees stay longer, integrate better, and provide a higher level of service. Cost Savings Without Compromise – Companies get skilled professionals at a fraction of U.S. labor costs, but with better cultural alignment than offshore outsourcing. Proven Model for MSPs – Kongusto was founded by experienced MSP leaders who have successfully used this approach for years. Changing Perceptions at ITEXPO Kongusto received strong interest at ITEXPO, with many attendees re-evaluating their approach to outsourcing. Initial skepticism quickly turned into curiosity and excitement. Live employee interactions helped showcase the quality and professionalism of Kongusto's nearshore staff. MSPs saw first-hand how the model can improve service delivery while cutting costs. Where to Learn More Website: www.kongusto.co (Remember: No ".com" – it's ".co") Connect with Kongusto on LinkedIn Contact Joel Ciniero & Chris Nicoli for a Consultation #MSP #Nearshoring #Outsourcing #ITSupport #CustomerService #BusinessGrowth #ITEXPO #ChannelPartners #ManagedServices #CloudCommunications

In case you haven't noticed, the rules of the game are changing. A lot. And all at once.But don't get anxious - get profitable. In this episode of Around The Horn in Wholesale Distribution, hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton are joined by David Gordon, a renowned expert in wholesale distribution, industrial strategy, and channel marketing. David shares his deep industry insights on economic trends, supply chain challenges, digital transformation, AI, and the evolving role of distributors in today's complex market.The discussion dives into current economic pressures, tariffs, inflation, and their direct impact on the wholesale distribution industry. David also provides a behind-the-scenes look at mergers and acquisitions in the sector, the growing influence of private equity (PE) firms, and the strategic decisions distributors must make to stay competitive.If you're a distributor, manufacturer, or business leader looking to navigate market disruptions, optimize your digital strategy, and future-proof your business, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Today, we're featuring Danny Frisco on the show to tackle the growing significance of Mexico as a pivotal market in the freight industry and how Rapido specializes in nearshore staffing! Danny emphasizes Mexico's advantages, the importance of understanding local business customs, the challenges firms face when entering the Mexican market without a local presence, the complexities of international expansion, including slower sales cycles in Mexico that require more personalized interactions, and exploring the Mexican market through partnerships!   About Danny Frisco As CEO and co-founder of Rapido Solutions Group, Danny oversees sales and is responsible for the long-term strategy and vision of the company. Danny began his logistics career in carrier sales at Coyote Logistics after receiving his B.A. in finance from the University of Iowa. Most recently, he served as the senior carrier sales manager of BlueGrace Logistics, where he helped open their Chicago office and grow their sales team from three to more than 40 carrier sales reps. Danny's experience gave him a deep knowledge of how to recruit and hire within the logistics industry. But it also opened his eyes to the struggles faced by logistics companies regarding hiring and retaining good talent — thus, he was inspired to co-found Rapido Solutions Group.   Connect with Danny Website: https://www.gorapido.com/  Email: dfrisco@gorapido.com  

This week, we're joined by McKinsey & Company's Kevin Goering to dive into the insights from their fifth annual Global Supply Chain Leader Survey, revealing how executives are responding to persistent disruptions and shifting priorities. Together, we dive into the delicate balance between cost management and risk mitigation, the challenges of digital adoption, and the growing focus on nearshoring and dual sourcing, discovering why some companies may be taking their eye off the ball when it comes to supply chain resilience, and what strategies are proving most effective in today's dynamic business environment. Come join us as we discuss the Future of Supply Chain.

Shiv interviews Stephen Marks, Managing Director, Emmersion Capital.In this episode, Shiv and Stephen discuss the benefits and challenges of nearshoring, including the economies of scaling your workforce in Latin America, onboarding and company culture, as well as macroeconomic risks and political challenges. Learn about labor arbitrage opportunities, the complexities of dealing with foreign taxes and legal systems, and more.

Mientras el Acuerdo comercial prevalezca, hay una oportunidad para la relocalización de empresas que buscan acercarse a Estados Unidos, explicó el economista jefe de Valores Mexicanos, Casa de Bolsa, Víctor Ceja Cruz.

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks to Randy Carr, president and CEO of World Emblem, one of the world's largest emblem and patch manufacturer.World Emblem is one of the world's leading suppliers in high quality decorations. President and CEO Randy Carr has identified three key trends poised to shape the industry in 2025. With clients including Cintas, Vestis, Levi's, New Era, and Perry Ellis, Carr is positioned at the intersection of fashion and functionality. In episode 108 of WTiN's Textile Innovation Podcast Carr discusses how he believes nearshoring will be essential this year, for many midsize manufacturers seeking faster turnaround times, better quality control, and overall cost savings. With a particular focus on US companies, where World Emblem is headquartered, Carr expects  this shift to improve production agility and strengthen supply chain resilience for US companies. He also delves into AI-driven customisation, which he predicts will be the next big wave for manufacturers and will change the textile sector in 2025. During this year Carr predicts over 70% of emblem orders will be customised using some form of AI, with AI streamlining both design and production to meet those demands. Additionally, he says sustainability will become a core expectation from both customers and regulators as more mandates around eco-friendly materials and waste reduction come into play. For more information, please visit worldemblem.com.You can listen to the episode above, or via Spotify and Apple Podcasts. To discuss any of our topics, get in touch by following @wtincomment and @abi_wtin on X, formerly Twitter, or email aturner@wtin.com directly. To explore sponsorship opportunities, please email sales@wtin.com.

México sigue siendo un país atractivo para los inversionistas interesados en relocalizarse, Pero es verdad que la incertidumbre que está generando el inicio del gobierno de Donald Trump está obligando al gobierno y a los empresarios a reinventarse y adaptarse. Este es el diagnóstico y las recomendaciones que nos dio Sergio Seañez, Sergio Seañez presidente del Comité binacional de Nearshoring de la Asociación de Empresarios Mexicanos en Estados Unidos (AEM -USA)

Today, we'll explore the evolving industry of nearshoring in Central and South America, the significance of a bilingual workforce, and the urgency of adapting to market trends with our returning guest, Mia Mazal! This discussion with Mia outlines the rising demand for specialized roles, the importance of creating business growth plans, the necessity of maintaining human connections in business interactions, the potential for bilingual recruiters, and the value of providing exceptional products and services!   About Mia Mazal Mia Mazal, Business Development and Partnership Manager at Sworkz, fosters relationships and drives growth through Talent-as-a-Service solutions. She is passionate about helping companies access and retain bilingual talent, with a focus on logistics and transportation.   Connect with Mia Website: https://sworkzgroup.com/  Mia's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miamazalsworkz/  Sworkz's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sworkz/  Email: mia.mazal@s-workz.com  

Scott Edidin and Scott Pearson of supplier 6AM Sourcing (asi/46173) discuss the promo industry's opportunities in Mexico, following President Donald Trump's swearing-in for his second term.

If you work across time zones, borders, and cultures, this is the show for you. This is your host Leonardo, welcome to the international business podcast.   Today, we dive into Latin America from different angles: nearshoring, market access to LATAM, and LATAM expansion to Europe. We have three guests joining us—one based in Colombia, one in Brazil, and one in Spain. Use the promo code 8D1E2 to get 50% off your first month on Patreon. This offer is valid until February 28th. ⁠⁠Join Leonardo on Patreon for:⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Archive: 102 episodes (40+ hours). Podcast Bonus Episodes: New exclusive content. Early Access: Upcoming YouTube videos and newsletters. Thinking Process Journal: Insights into Leonardo's content preparation, including a curated reading list and personal reflections. Q&A: Submit questions for future episodes, and receive a shoutout when they are answered. Joseph Novitzki is the Principal and CEO of Timberwolf International Consulting, where he helps U.S. businesses navigate the complexities of international expansion and build high-performing teams in Latin America. With over a decade of experience living and working in the region, Joseph brings a unique perspective to unlocking Latin America's potential as the next economic frontier. From saving clients hundreds of thousands of dollars in labor costs through nearshoring to leading market entry strategies across 12 countries, his results-driven approach focuses on efficiency and adaptability to local norms.   Henrique Malina brings over 20 years of experience and a proven track record in facilitating multi-million dollar agreements for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and med-tech companies in the dynamic Latin American market. Expertise focused on:   - Market Entry Strategy: Assisting companies in navigating the complexities of the LATAM healthcare landscape. - Strategic Alliances: Building strong relationships with key players such as distributors and major pharma/med-tech companies in the region. - Global Opportunities: Connecting with leading biotechs, pharma, and nutraceutical firms to create new business prospects.   Marc Flo-Martin is a Sales and Business Development executive with a 20+ years international career that has taken him to live in Spain, The Netherlands, France, and particularly Brazil, where he lived and worked for a decade. Fluent in six languages, he leverages his linguistic skills to build connections and foster collaboration across borders. Currently based in his hometown of Barcelona, Marc combines his corporate expertise with a passion for developing global business connections.   He is involved in international consulting, assisting foreign companies in navigating the Brazilian market and supporting Brazilian businesses in expanding internationally.   Marc also serves as an Advisory Board Member for the Barcelona chapter of The Global Chamber®, a premier global networking organization dedicated to facilitating the capture of cross-border business opportunities.     If you work across time zones, borders, and cultures, come on the show to share your story. Connect with the host Leonardo Marra

In this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities in modern retail supply chain management, inspired by the article Retail Supply Chain Management: 4 Strategies to Keep Shelves Stocked. From labor shortages to climate disruptions, we delve into how businesses are responding to an increasingly complex global landscape. Tune in to discover actionable insights and solutions designed to build resilience and efficiency in the supply chain.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Supply Chain Challenges of Today:Why 34% of U.S. business leaders now cite supply chain disruptions as their top risk.The ripple effects of labor shortages, geopolitical instability, and climate-related disruptions on global trade.How rising costs and a lack of supply chain visibility are complicating inventory management and pricing.Key Strategies for Supply Chain Resilience:Diversifying Suppliers and Friendshoring:Moving beyond cost-focused sourcing to prioritize stability and shared values.Examples of companies building resilient, ethical, and sustainable partnerships.Nearshoring and Reshoring Production:The benefits of manufacturing closer to home, including shorter lead times and reduced carbon footprints.Why rising transportation costs are driving this trend.Attracting and Retaining Skilled Talent:The critical role of tech-savvy problem-solvers in navigating supply chain complexities.How soft skills like communication and adaptability are as vital as technical expertise.Embracing AI for Supply Chain Optimization:Leveraging AI for demand forecasting, inventory management, and transportation routing.Real-world examples of businesses achieving efficiency and cost savings with AI-driven insights.The Consumer Impact:How supply chain transformations may influence product availability and pricing.The balancing act between managing costs and leveraging technology for efficiency.Stay ahead of supply chain trends by subscribing to our podcast. Explore more in-depth insights by visiting The Future of Commerce. Share this episode with your network to spark conversations about the future of retail and global trade.

La llegada de Donald Trump a la presidencia nos hace cuestionarnos si aún hay posibilidad de que siga el nearshoring en México. El vicepresidente y codirector de inversiones en Franklin Templeton, Luis Gonzali, nos ayuda a entender.

Lance Dixon of Werner talks about transportation challenges & opportunities; cross-border potential; & how Werner helps to give companies a strategic edge.  IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [05.26] An introduction to Lance, and to Werner. “It's an ever-changing, dynamic world. And what a change since 1992 when I started at Werner! Things are so different... There are more rules, regulations – probably good for society in general, but it's a chore to keep up!” [08.23] The ideal client for Werner. “It's someone that's open to multi modes of shipping, whatever is most efficient… Someone that's flexible and wants to partner, someone who doesn't look at Werner as just a service provider. We want to work together to solve these transportation and supply chain issues.” [10.20] How both Werner and the industry have changed, and the huge business potential in Mexico. “The pandemic taught us a lot about how fragile long supply chains are, so there's been a move to source closer to the end consumer.” [16.05] The key challenges facing Werner customers right now, and how Werner help tackle them. “There's a northbound-southbound imbalance, with northbound volume outpacing the southbound – there's a lot more coming into the U.S. than there is going out, and nearshoring is going to exacerbate that.” [19.05] The biggest opportunities for organizations in 2025, and the future for nearshoring. “Nearshoring is in the early stages – it's going to take a decade to play itself out, but I'm excited to see where it's going to go.” [22.58] The cross-border potential in Canada, the difference in logistics execution between Canada and Mexico, and the overall importance of the logistics and transportation industries. “It's complex, it's dynamic, it's challenging – but that's what keeps it interesting!” “I don't think we always fully grasp how important logistics and transportation is to so many people… It can seem like a thankless job but what we do, all of us collectively, is so important to companies, to societies.” [28.36] The challenges and risks shippers might face when shipping to and from Mexico, how Werner are helping mitigate them, and Lance's advice for organizations in the early stages of nearshoring. [34.38] Werner's recent $8 million investment to improve operations and capabilities in Mexico, and the importance of providing flexibility, speed, and capacity to customers. [37.55] A case study detailing how Werner helped a client that needed to double their normal volume to keep transportation costs down and boost ROI. “Flexibility is going to be the key to success for many shippers coming out of Mexico, going forward, as nearshoring ramps up.” [40.44] The future for the industry, and for Werner. “We don't practice any more, we're experts at this game.” RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED:   Head over to Werner's website to find out more and discover how they could help you too. You can also connect with Werner and keep up to date with the latest over on LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, or X (Twitter), or you can connect with Lance on LinkedIn. If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more about cross-border transportation, check out 414: Section 321: Borderless Ecommerce At Your Fingertips,or 406: Unlock the Opportunities of Cross-Border Ecommerce, with CargoWise.

Can Mexico keep attracting manufacturers in a time of political and economic uncertainty?

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On Episode 783 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves' Domestic Supply Chain Summit. We're getting into cargo theft being the industry's biggest issue; the state of nearshoring; and AI for fleet operations. Forty-eight percent of brokers say cargo theft is the big industry issue in 2024. Highway's Michael Caney breaks down the many issues with theft and fraud that the industry faced in 2024. We'll also look ahead at how much the problem could grow in 2025. Last month Class8 received a $22 million Series A to empower carriers and drivers with OEM-integrated AI solutions. We'll find out what that means from CEO Chris Atkinson.  Nearshoring is hot but will it stay that way with the threat of tariffs? Descartes' Dan Cicerchi talks about the movement, what industries are shifting and if cargo theft is a major issue in Mexico. Plus, is Die Hard a Christmas move; chaos in Harrisburg; innovative dads; man drives car through dealership; and more. Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Auf einem Basar in Marokko gehört es zum guten Ton, um den Preis zu feilschen. Aber auch im Business ist es von Vorteil, die eigene Verhandlungstaktik entsprechend auszurichten. Denn auch dort könne man "dieses Phänomen wiederfinden", berichtet Kristina Holzhäuser. Sie ist Regionalleiterin für Afrika bei der Commerzbank - und kennt sich aus in der Geschäftswelt des nordafrikanischen Landes.Das Wirtschafts- und Bankenzentrum Marokkos ist Casablanca – und somit ein Ort, an dem auch bei Business-Meetings gerne hart verhandelt werden darf. Holzhäuser hält die marokkanische Ausgangsposition für eine gute: "Marokko ist die am besten geratete große Volkswirtschaft in Afrika", berichtet sie im Podcast "Wirtschaft Welt & Weit". Mit einer Bonität von BB+ liege das Land dabei sogar noch vor Südafrika, dem größten Handelspartner Deutschlands auf dem afrikanischen Kontinent. "Von daher haben die Marokkaner alle Möglichkeiten, in einem sehr umkämpften Markt hart zu verhandeln", so Holzhäuser weiter.An der Meerenge von Gibraltar sind es nur 14 Kilometer, die Marokko von der iberischen Halbinsel trennen. Diese geografische Nähe zur Europäischen Union macht das nordafrikanische Land zu einem interessanten Partner, der gerne auch als "Gateway to Africa", also als Tor zu unserem Nachbarkontinent, bezeichnet wird. Kurze Lieferketten, niedrige Lohnkosten und gut ausgebildete Fachkräfte machen Marokko als Unternehmensstandort attraktiv.Seit der Corona-Krise steht das "Nearshoring", also die Verlagerung von Produktionsstandorten in möglichst benachbarte Länder, auch bei deutschen Unternehmen verstärkt im Fokus. "Handelskorridore verschieben sich", beobachtet Kristina Holzhäuser. Und seit dem russischen Angriffskrieg auf die Ukraine wird Marokko von deutscher Seite immer stärker als Energiepartner wahrgenommen.Das Land hat Sonne satt und setzt auf ein riesiges Solarkraftwerk in der Wüste, zudem wird auch die Windkraft ausgebaut. Die Produktion von grünem Wasserstoff ist ein wichtiges Zukunftsthema für Marokko, das es auch aus deutscher Perspektive spannend macht.Chancen für deutsche Unternehmen sieht Holzhäuser auch beim Ausbau der Infrastruktur: Wenn 2030 die Fußball-Weltmeisterschaft erstmals auf drei Kontinenten stattfindet, soll Marokko einer der Austragungsorte der Spiele sein. Der marokkanische Staat habe rund 200 Infrastrukturprojekte in der Pipeline, um das Land für die WM fit zu machen, berichtet Holzhäuser. Der Bau von Stadien und Straßen biete auch für die deutsche Bauwirtschaft Potenzial.Für Marokko sind Spanien und Frankreich traditionell die wichtigsten Wirtschaftspartner. Im vergangenen Jahr gingen rund 40 Prozent der Exporte Marokkos in diese beiden Länder. Deutschland hingegen kam nicht mal auf fünf Prozent. "Da ist noch sehr viel Luft nach oben", sagt Kristina Holzhäuser in der neuen Podcast-Folge. Sie freut sich darüber, dass Marokkos Potenzial auch in Deutschland immer besser erkannt wird.Schreiben Sie Ihre Fragen, Kritik und Anmerkungen gerne an www@n-tv.de. Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.htmlUnsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

This Week in Startups is brought to you by… Squarespace. Turn your idea into a new website! Go to https://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST for a free trial. When you're ready to launch, use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. LinkedIn Jobs. A business is only as strong as its people, and every hire matters. Go to https://www.linkedin.com/twist to post your first job for free. Terms and conditions apply. Notion. Notion combines your notes, docs, and projects into one beautifully designed space with AI built right in. Try it for free today at https://notion.com/twist * Todays show: In today's episode, Jason and Alex explored the curious return of Enron, the latest developments in Bitcoin and MicroStrategy, and the evolving cryptocurrency landscape. They closed with an analysis of China's uneven investment climate and its effects on venture capital activity. * Timestamps: (0:00) Jason and Alex kick off the show (2:30) Hunter Biden's pardon and implications for presidential power (7:51) Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at https://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST (9:31) Enron's return and potential crypto play (14:47) Crypto regulation changes under the new administration (24:43) Investment strategies in Bitcoin and the impact of hiring decisions (26:51) LinkedIn Jobs - Post your first job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/twist (28:25) Michael Saylor and MicroStrategy's strategy on Bitcoin (37:31) Notion - Try it for free today at https://notion.com/twist (39:22) Diversification in investments and Michael Saylor's promotional tactics (43:28) NFTs vs. traditional investments (46:47) Sequoia's global deals search (55:11) Consumer confidence, US and China economies, and debt discussion (1:02:09) Nearshoring trend, credit card delinquencies, and potential bankruptcies (1:06:02) Bernie Sanders' stance on defense spending and populism (1:08:02) Dogecoin leaderboard (1:17:07) Bitcoin predictions and Bitcoin valuation * Subscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.com Check out the TWIST500: https://www.twist500.com * Subscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcp * Follow Alex: X: https://x.com/alex LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelm * Follow Jason: X: https://twitter.com/Jason LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis * Thank you to our partners: (7:51) Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at https://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST (26:51) LinkedIn Jobs - Post your first job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/twist (37:31) Notion - Try it for free today at https://notion.com/twist * Great TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarland * Check out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanis * Follow TWiST: Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartups YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartups TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartups Substack: https://twistartups.substack.com * Subscribe to the Founder University Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@founderuniversity1916

Altagracia Gómez Sierra, coordinadora del Consejo Asesor de Desarrollo Económico y Regional

Podcast del programa Imagen Empresarial transmitido originalmente el 27 de noviembre de 2024. Conduce Rodrigo Pacheco. Los entrevistados de hoy Entrevista: Alfredo Coutiño, director general de Moody's Analytics Tema: Proyección de crecimiento de México Entrevista: Manuel Muñiz Rodriguez, socio de Comercio Exterior en Deloitte Tema: Como operar en la era del Nearshoring con expertos

What's the future of wholesale distribution amidst economic shifts and technological innovation?Episode 117 of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution dives into the pressing challenges and opportunities facing wholesale distribution and manufacturing today. Hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton explore the economic landscape, supply chain complexities, and how AI-driven innovations like smart CRMs and digital twins are reshaping the industry.How will potential tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and inflation impact your business? Are you ready to embrace the transformative power of AI, from predictive insights to automating purchasing decisions? What role will nearshoring and advanced manufacturing technologies play in stabilizing supply chains and fueling growth?Join Kevin and Tom as they unpack these questions, highlight key economic indicators, and share actionable insights for manufacturers, distributors, and sales leaders navigating this rapidly changing landscape.Join the conversation each week on LinkedIn Live.Want even more insight to the stories we discuss each week? Subscribe to the Around The Horn Newsletter.You can also hear the podcast and other excellent content on our YouTube Channel.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok.

Today, my guest is Fernando De Leon, founder of Leon Capital Group. Fernando operates 14 different businesses under the Leon Capital umbrella, which vary across real estate, healthcare, and financial services. But as you will hear in our conversation, the businesses are connected and instruct one another. The connective tissue throughout this conversation is how demographic insight sits underneath everything and is the foundation of what makes this business possible.  As you will hear, there's no better person to talk about demographic dynamics than Fernando. Please enjoy this Breakdown on the demographics driving real estate.  For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page here. ----- This episode is brought to you by Alphasense. AlphaSense has completely transformed the research process with cutting-edge AI technology and a vast collection of top-tier, reliable business content. Imagine completing your research five to ten times faster with search that delivers the most relevant results, helping you make high-conviction decisions with confidence. AlphaSense provides access to over 300 million premium documents, including company filings, earnings reports, press releases, and more from public and private companies. Invest Like the Best listeners can get a free trial now at Alpha-Sense.com/Invest and experience firsthand how AlphaSense and Tegas help you make smarter decisions faster. — This episode is brought to you by EightSleep, the temperature-controlled mattress cover that heats or cools your mattress to transform your sleep. The Pod 4 Ultra is the new gold standard in intelligent sleep systems. It can be added to your current mattress like a fitted sheet and is been clinically proven to give you up to an hour more quality of sleep every night. The cooling capability can cool your side of the bed to 20 degrees below room temperature, all managed by the pod's autopilot feature, which adjusts the temperature throughout the night. Go to eightsleep.com/breakdowns and use the code glueguys for $350 off.  ----- Business Breakdowns is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Business Breakdowns, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Introduction and Background (00:05:55) Early Life and Education (00:08:03) Real Estate and Demographics (00:11:02) Business Ventures and Strategies (00:13:17) Challenges and Opportunities in Real Estate (00:17:13) Efficient Resource Management (00:18:12) Downside Protection Strategies (00:19:59) Insurance and System Optimization (00:21:43) Real Estate Cyclicality and Capital Support (00:24:28) Challenges in Housing Development (00:25:58) Target Markets and Demographic Trends (00:29:39) Opportunities in Secondary Markets (00:31:49) Nearshoring and Global Trade (00:43:13) Future Outlook and Technological Impact (00:55:02) Lessons From Breaking Down The Industry

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/