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The Off the Matt Wall Podcast features sports and business professionals making a difference in their community. Each episode highlights athletes, reporters, and celebrities sharing their story. Follow Matt on Twitter @offthemattwall.
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The Matt Waller Podcast

Matt Waller, Ph.D.

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Where the future of the retail value chain is being built. As a supply chain management professor, consultant, and investor, my mission is to bridge the gap between academia, industry, and investment by advancing the understanding and implementation of innovative logistics and e-commerce technologies. I aim to foster effective and efficient supply chains, creating value for businesses, investors, students, the university, and society.
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As the host of the Matt Waller Podcast, I have the privilege of engaging with some of the most insightful and innovative minds in the world of business and entrepreneurship. Recently, I had an enriching conversation with Jeremy Wilson, a seasoned entrepreneur and the co-founder of NewRoad Capital Partners. This dialogue not only shed light on his p…
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In my career, I have been privileged to engage with some of the most knowledgeable and strategic minds in the domains of logistics, supply chain management, and retail operations. Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with Tracy Rosser, a seasoned professional with over two decades at Walmart, where he held the position of Senior Vice President …
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Gregoire Lehmann has had an interesting journey to becoming a principal at NewRoad Capital Partners, the Arkansas-based private equity firm. Originally from France, Lehmann was recruited to play tennis for the University of Arkansas, where he excelled as both a student-athlete and a student, earning degrees in finance and economics. After getting a…
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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Natalia Burgett, Chief Strategy Officer at Platform Science, a company that has been making big waves in transportation technology. The timing couldn't have been better, as they had just announced an impressive $125 million funding round. As I spoke with Natalia, I was struck by Platform Science's truly r…
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Arkansas has emerged as a hub for professional services firms specializing in the retail value chain (RVC). Many of these firms have achieved successful exits worth over $50 million. A new initiative called Highstep aims to build on this strength by launching 10 new AI-powered professional services startups in Arkansas over 5 months. By combining A…
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As someone who has spent years working with messy, fragmented data in the supply chain field, I was immediately intrigued by Tracer - an innovative data analytics platform helping brands make sense of their dispersed information streams. During my interview with Obele Brown-West, Tracer's president, I gained valuable insights into how this powerful…
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Deming explains that fossil fuels will likely remain the world's main energy source for decades to come. This poses a tremendous dilemma that we must grapple with. Claiborne explained that global temperatures have risen about 1.8°F since pre-industrial times, coinciding with increased burning of fossil fuels as countries have industrialized. Simply…
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As the Senior Vice President at Emerge, a company dedicated to revolutionizing the freight procurement process, Maggie has had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the transformative impact of technology on the logistics industry. The freight procurement process has long been plagued by inefficiencies, manual processes, and a lack of transparency.…
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Heather Nichols' career arc through print media, digital advertising, and influencer marketing epitomizes the evolution of marketing towards a narrative-driven approach. Starting with foundational roles at Meredith Corporation and advancing through digital ad spaces to leadership at Acorn Influence, Nichols has harnessed the transformative power of…
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I interviewed Gordon Downes, the founder and CEO of NYSHEX, an innovative company providing technology solutions to address major challenges in the ocean container shipping industry. With 80% of the top 10 ocean container carriers and many shippers already using the NYSHEX platform, it has significant implications for reducing expected lead times, …
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Quinn Snacks was founded in 2010 by Kristy Lewis, who saw an opportunity to create a healthier alternative to traditional microwave popcorn. The idea stemmed from Lewis's interest in connecting what she saw at local farmers markets to the ingredients in mainstream grocery stores. Not finding a company making snacks in a cleaner, safer way, she deci…
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I interviewed Chris Scheid, co-founder of MyCarrier, to provide guidance for both new and experienced shippers on effectively using less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation. Scheid draws on over 15 years of experience in pricing, technology, and building the successful shipping platform MyCarrier to illuminate the ins and outs of LTL. Understanding…
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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Sam Thompson and Adriaan Zur Muhlen from Progress Ventures. Progress Ventures is a specialty venture capital firm focused on investing in advertising, marketing, and media technology companies. During our discussion, Sam and Adriaan provided fascinating insights into how they identify disruptive innovator…
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I recently had the opportunity to speak with Gary Adams, who has over 30 years of experience in supply chain management at Walmart. Gary held many leadership roles at Walmart, including Vice President of International Logistics and Vice President of Walmart's Internet Supply Chain for Walmart International. He now serves as an operating partner for…
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The maritime transportation industry, traditionally resistant to change, has rapidly embraced digital transformation in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as detailed in discussions with Uriel Brison of WaveBL. Historically dependent on paper documentation, particularly the Bill of Lading for shipping goods, the industry faced inefficiencies and ri…
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The venture capital industry in the United States is a crucial driver of innovation and economic growth, providing early-stage funding and guidance to transform ideas into groundbreaking technologies and companies. Recent years have seen record levels of investment and dealmaking, fueling a wave of innovation across the country. However, the indust…
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Craig Harper has long been a visionary leader in the transportation industry. As someone who has successfully spearheaded strategic initiatives at JB Hunt, Harper understands both the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to cleaner fuels and technologies. Through rigorous data analysis and fact-based assessments, Harper highlights several …
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Before founding New Engen, Inc., Justin Hayashi helped e-commerce giant Zulily achieve remarkable success through his mastery of performance marketing. By leveraging creativity and data, Zulily reached $1 billion in revenue under his leadership. Justin then ventured out on his own after Zulily's acquisition, offering his services pro bono to variou…
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The balance between supply and demand has a significant impact on pricing and behavior in the trucking industry. During periods of excess capacity, known as soft markets, prices tend to fall as carriers are willing to honor existing contracts, as evidenced by high acceptance rates. However, in tight markets where demand outweighs supply, prices ris…
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Eric's Journey into Transportation and Logistics Investing Eric enjoys the privilege of a highly engaging career. His primary responsibility involves exploring the breadth of the investment landscape to identify attractive strategies that have the potential to enhance his clients' portfolios. As a generalist, his search extends globally. His intere…
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Josh Jewett discusses several significant advancements in retail supply chain transparency and digital customer engagement. Supply chain transparency has been enabled by telemetry data from containers, cartons and pallets, allowing retailers to track purchase orders from origin to store. This facilitates timely delivery of merchandise and optimized…
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Clete Brewer is the founder and managing partner of New Road Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on investing in and scaling companies in the supply chain logistics and retail technology sectors. He has over 30 years of experience leading and advising high-growth companies, previously serving as CEO of staffing company Staffmark and Pre…
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MFour Mobile Research provides valuable data and insights to help brands understand omnichannel shopper behavior. In this podcast interview, MFour CEO Chris St. Hilaire shares how the company captures consumer data across in-store, online, and mobile channels to paint a holistic picture of the shopper journey. Chris explains that today's shoppers e…
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Brands want to get closer to customers to understand how spending drives outcomes. Retailers have rich customer data from transactions that can help target brands' most valuable audiences. As retailers build out their media capabilities, they can sell audience access to brands across various channels like digital displays and audio. This offers bra…
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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing George Abernathy, a true legend in the transportation procurement business, for my podcast. George is a Board Member & Strategic Advisor and is the very recent past President of Emerge. Over the course of our conversation, George provided invaluable insights into this complex industry from someone with ov…
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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Jeffrey Nicholson, CEO and Co-Founder of Tracer, for my podcast. Tracer was originally incubated within VaynerMedia to automate reporting and analytics, and has grown into a leading data intelligence platform. Jeffrey has over 20 years of experience in digital marketing and data, previously holding leader…
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On a recent episode of my podcast I talked with Dan Johnston, CEO and co-founder of WorkStep, about using data and analytics to create a better work experience for frontline employees. WorkStep’s mission is to make the frontline a better place to work through the use of technology. Dan saw firsthand as a retail and supply chain worker the challenge…
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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Michele Meyer about her impressive 30+ year career in the consumer packaged goods industry. Michele held numerous leadership positions at General Mills, culminating in roles leading major operating units. She was able to drive significant growth and transformation throughout her career. When I asked Miche…
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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Chris Ladd, a seasoned private equity investor and board member. Chris shared insights from his extensive career in corporate development, M&A, and private equity. Here are some highlights: How Chris Identifies High-Potential Companies When considering investments, Chris looks for two key ingredients - a …
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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Andrew Leto, CEO and founder of Emerge, a company reinventing freight procurement. Andrew has an impressive background as a serial entrepreneur in logistics and technology. Andrew has always had an entrepreneurial spirit and curiosity about business. As a young man serving in the Navy, he voraciously read…
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I recently had the chance to chat with Stefan Sterns, a partner at private equity firm NewRoad Capital Partners, about his extensive career in investment banking and private equity. Stefan spent over 8 years at Barclays Investment Bank in New York, working on M&A advisory assignments and debt/equity capital raises totaling over $200 billion. Some o…
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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Erhan Musaoglu, Founder and CEO of Logiwa, on my podcast. Logiwa provides a cloud-based fulfillment management system designed specifically for direct-to-consumer e-commerce businesses. In this post, I'll summarize key insights from our conversation on the unique challenges of e-commerce fulfillment and h…
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Chris Sultemeier recently sat down for an insightful interview on The Matt Waller Podcast. With nearly 30 years of experience leading supply chain and logistics at retail giant Walmart, Chris has a wealth of wisdom to share. A few key themes around leadership and innovation emerged from the conversation. Humility and Teamwork Despite his many high-…
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The pandemic, rising inflation, and labor market volatility have disrupted traditional work life, including how companies schedule employees. I spoke with three executives from Shiftboard, a workforce scheduling solutions company, about how their technology empowers employers and employees to adapt to the new world of work. Shiftboard caters to man…
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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Tracy Black, an accomplished technology executive in the logistics industry and partner at NewRoad Capital Partners. Tracy served as Senior Vice President of Information Technology at J.B. Hunt Transport, leading major technology transformations for the company. She now serves on the boards of several ear…
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Shaveer Mirpuri, founder and CEO of Insite AI, recently appeared on The Matt Waller Podcast to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming the consumer brands and retail industries. Insite AI, founded in 2019, uses AI to help major CPG companies optimize their retail channels, manage relationships, and drive revenue growth. Some key takeawa…
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Where the future of the retail value chain is being built. As a supply chain management professor, consultant, and investor, my mission is to bridge the gap between academia, industry, and investment by advancing the understanding and implementation of innovative logistics and ecommerce technologies. I aim to foster effective and efficient supply c…
  continue reading
 
On September, 11, 2001, 38 planes were diverted to a small town called Gander in Newfoundland, Canada. Here’s the true story of the Broadway musical Come From Away, Operation Yellow Ribbon, and how a town rallied together to welcome 6,700 strangers into their homes. Featuring Original Broadway cast member Q. Smith (Hannah and Others) and celebrated…
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Jennifer Ashley Tepper is perhaps the busiest person on the planet. She's a producer for the musical Be More Chill and the Creative Programming Director for Feinstein's 54 Below. She's the author of The Untold Stories of Broadway book series and co-creator of the Jonathan Larson Project. Plus, she's producing a brand new musical called Broadway Bou…
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This episode is everything you've ever wanted to know about MAGIC. Philosophy Professor turned internationally recognized sleight-of-hand magician Dr. Lawrence Hass defines the art of magic and shares how he became the Dean of Jeff McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Known around the world as "Magic's Renaissance Man," Joshua Jay has performed in ove…
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This week alone, Broadway grossed almost $32 million dollars in ticket sales. This podcast will take you behind the scenes of some of the most infamous figures on Broadway. One of Broadway's most influential businessmen, Tony Award-winning Producer Ken Davenport shares the time he challenged the Backstreet Boys, the meaning of producing a show, and…
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The Kardashian Family is America's most famous family. They are reality television stars, business moguls, social media superstars, and worth 1.4 billion dollars. This podcast answers so many questions. Is the Kardashian Curse real? How does fame affect a person? Hear from Hollywood Pipeline Host Dax Holt (formerly of TMZ), Celebrity Psychologist D…
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Why does the truth matter? What is fake news? Hear from CNN National Correspondent Miguel Marquez, Wall Street Journal Sports Columnist Jason Gay, Daily Star Reporter/ESPN Tucson Radio Host Justin Spears, and Fox Sports Arizona Social and Digital Content Manager Saul Bookman. We overview the future of journalism, the life of a journalist, and a beh…
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An in-depth interview with award-winning author Danny Rubin, who specializes in business communication and assisting candidates on finding their dream job. Check out his book, "Wait, How Do I Write This Email," for networking tricks and templates to distinguish yourself among those other resumes and cover letters.…
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I attempt to answer the decades old question: Do baseball walk up songs matter? With the help of former college pitcher Jordan Green, Chicago Cubs/White Sox replacement organist Rollie Hudson, and DBTV's Kody Acevedo, I explore how music has impacted the game of baseball.
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Zade Shakir is a third-year Law student at Arizona State University. He is the Founder and CEO of Kicks for Kids, a nonprofit organization that provides free exercise opportunities for children with special needs. He served as the legal intern for the Golden State Warriors, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Phoenix Suns. Zade opens up about his journey thr…
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Brittany Wagner is the Academic Counselor on the Netflix show 'Last Chance U' during seasons one and two. Ms. Wagner opens up about her journey to Scooba, Mississippi, her company Ten Thousand Pencils, LLC, and how she is trying to change our education system.
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Ben Weiss found himself in front of the Northwestern Football Director of Recruiting before his freshman year after a recruiting blog post caught his eye. Ben and his team at ZCruit have reinvented college football recruiting, helping notable programs such as Texas, LSU, Northwestern, Clemson, and USC. Using predictive analytics, Ben Weiss has chan…
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