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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

Dec 3, 2025

If you’ve ever daydreamed about selling your distribution business, this episode is for you. If not, bookmark it for future reference. The fundamentals of a successful acquisition remain evergreen, beginning with the need for a knowledgeable advisor.

Marshall Jones, senior advisor with The Distribution Team, joins...


Nov 12, 2025

Choosing the right warehouse management system (WMS) system can simplify your warehouse operations, bolster staff performance and morale, and improve your bottom line. But, before you sign on the dotted line, have you given serious (and honest) thought to how your growing pains might manifest in that pricey...


Oct 29, 2025

Could you step away from your business for a month? A week? A day? If the answer to any of those scenarios is “no,” then you’re not running a business; you’re stuck with a job. Chyle Edic, owner of Efficiency-Edge, LLC, helps owners of small-to-medium-sized organizations break their micromanaging habits and...


Oct 15, 2025

The 21st century is well underway. So, why are distributors and manufacturers still using 20th-century warehouse management systems? Steve Shebuski, managing director of MCA Connect, says that an outdated WMS costs companies more than they realize. 

Jason caught up with Steve to discuss insights gained from his long...


Sep 17, 2025

“Distribution has a PR problem.” Fans of Distribution Talk will recognize that quote as one of Jason Bader’s favorite industry laments. It’s more than a pithy soundbite, however. The phrase is shorthand for the talent acquisition and development issues facing most small-to-mid-sized wholesale distributors. 

One...