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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

Focus on Better Work, Not Busy Work With AI as Your Sidekick With John Long

Jul 23, 2025

AI isn’t coming; it’s here, optimizing behind-the-scenes tasks like forecasting, inventory management, and CRM oversight. John Long, CEO of THYNK AI, says artificial intelligence is ready to take on client-facing interactions. His company has the ultimate tool for the job: Eric, an AI-powered agent.

Jason caught up...

From Humble Beginnings to an Employee Owned Empire with Billy Duren, Threaded Fasteners

Jul 9, 2025

It’s rare to come across a company that has evolved as profitably or organically as Threaded Fasteners, Inc. While it’s tempting to award all the credit to Billy Duren, president and CEO of the Alabama-based manufacturer and distributor, he’d be the first to tell you that the company’s success is wholly due to...