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On Distribution Talk, we dive into the stories, struggles and solutions from interesting characters who have chosen to make a career in the distribution industry. My goal is to entertain, educate and inspire you through these brief conversations.  Thank you for visiting.  If you like what you hear, come visit us often. -Jason

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Unearthing Gold Buried in Your Distribution Data with Vinny Maurici of Object Edge

Jan 31, 2024

If data is the new gold (as touted on TV), distributors would be wise to entrust their assets to someone well-versed in the malleable but often dense nature of distribution-centric information. 

Vinny Maurici, vice president of data engineering at Object Edge, is that person. Jason chats with Vinny about his early days...

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People Over Paperwork: Revolutionize Your Human Resources for Distribution with Tracie Sponenberg, Chief People Officer

Jan 24, 2024

Leading with compassion is one thing (and a good thing at that). But what if whole departments ran on a standard of sensitivity to and emotional concern for the people in their care, be they customers or employees? Before leaving The Granite Group to start her own consultancy, Tracie Sponenberg held the title of Chief...

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Train the Next Generation and Other Valuable Lessons in Succession Planning With Rob Rovira of Energy Pipe & Supply

Jan 17, 2024

Robert Rovira, president of Energy Pipe & Supply, has plans for his C-suite successors, but that hasn’t always been the case. Rob admits to having missed opportunities to strengthen his organizational structure. Now, he and his management team are preparing the next generation to lead the charge at the...

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The Scientific Approach to Providing a Stellar Customer Experience With Martha Brooke of Interaction Metrics

Jan 10, 2024

Martha Brooke is a repeat guest on Distribution Talk for good reason. In her two previous visits, the founder and lead customer experience consultant of Interaction Metrics made a compelling argument for conducting customer satisfaction evaluations via third-party, objective methodology rather than an in-house survey. 

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