Articles by author: Weston Labar
Join Cargomatic Chief Spokesperson and SVP for Industrial Relations Weston LaBar for a conversation with newly elected US Representative Robert Garcia discussing Southern California’s “greenest sustainable laws anywhere in the country” as the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles lead the way on electrification and “really being green ports”.
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People on the Move: A Cargomatic Podcast with Peter Friedmann
Weston LaBar, Chief Spokesperson, SVP of Industry Relations at Cargomatic talks with Peter Friedmann who runs the Agricultural Transportation Coalition as well as many other organizations that deal with imports and exports. The two focus on exports in this podcast. They talk about big wins that have led up to this year and the support…
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People on the Move: A Cargomatic Podcast with Josh Lowenthal
Weston LaBar, Chief Spokesperson, SVP of Industry Relations at Cargomatic talks with Josh Lowenthal, State Assemblymember for the state of CA, representing Long Beach and most of the major goods movement corridors of Southern California near the port. The two talk about Josh’s background and the good movement and the issues and opportunities that come…
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People on the Move: Men’s Health Month
Weston LaBar, Chief Spokesperson, SVP of Industry Relations at Cargomatic with the “People on the Move” Podcast and Marc Marling a Consultant with the “Corporate Thought” Podcast come together to discuss men’s health and wellness. The two talk through lifestyle tips and strategies and the importance of keeping healthy in the freight and shipping industry…
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Cargomatic talks data with Federal Maritime Commissioner Carl Bentzel
MAY 10, 2023 – Federal Maritime Commissioner Carl Bentzel opened up on his recently released study of data sharing in the supply chain industry in a talk with Cargomatic Chief Spokesperson Weston LaBar. It “wasn’t where it should be,” Commissioner Bentzel said. “So we wanted to do an assessment and that assessment was the Maritime…
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People on the Move: A Cargomatic Podcast With Federal Maritime Commissioner Carl Bentzel
Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Commissioner Carl Bentzel discusses MTDI and OSRA with Weston Labar, host of the People on the Move podcast by Cargomatic. Bentzel explains that during the pandemic, the FMC saw just how crucial cargo transportation is to the national economy and realized they needed to take a more aggressive posture and work…
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The CHIPS Act and OSRA Create Positive Ripple Effects for the Trucking Industry
Last year, two major pieces of legislation passed that will be a huge boon to the trucking industry. The first is the CHIPS Act, which brings home the production of automotive and truck-grade chips. For context, the U.S.’s semiconductor manufacturing share has drastically decreased from 37% in 1990 to 12% today. The second piece of…
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Leverage Data-Driven Tools and Local SEO for Maximum Search Engine Rankings
As businesses continue to navigate the digital landscape, data-driven tools are more crucial than ever for effective SEO strategies. Understanding and implementing the proper SEO practices can make a significant difference with evolving algorithms and competitive markets. Given that 75% of users never scroll past the first page of search results, this statistic underscores…
On-Device AI is Today’s Tech Innovation, Competition and Market Leadership Driver
On-device AI revolutionizes the tech landscape, making it a critical factor for industry dominance. This cutting-edge technology directly integrates advanced AI capabilities into devices, transforming consumer and enterprise applications. This shift stems from the need for improved performance, reduced latency, enhanced data privacy & security, and personalized user experiences. With advancements in neural processing…
The Role of AI in Modern Supply Chains: Insights from Aaron Hatfield at Arvist
Artificial intelligence rapidly transforms modern supply chains, with companies like Arvist leading the charge. In a recent episode of Hammer Down, hosted by Mike Bush, Aaron Hatfield, the Head of Sales at Arvist, sheds light on AI’s practical applications and benefits in enhancing supply chain operations. Is AI in the supply chain a double-edged…
Training New Semiconductor Manufacturing Professionals is Key to Meet Coming Domestic Manufacturing Demand
Over the past few years, the U.S. has made significant strides in semiconductor manufacturing, driven by substantial investments and strategic policies. With the CHIPS Act expected to triple domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity by 2032, the need for a skilled workforce is more urgent than ever. This discussion explores the key question: What does the…
