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Supply Chain Leaders Must Abandon Outdated Routing and Embrace Last Mile Optimization Through Modeling and AI

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As geopolitical tensions disrupt global shipping and tariffs create fresh uncertainty in international trade, companies are being forced to reexamine their most vulnerable supply chain segment—the last mile . While upstream operations get the spotlight during crises, the final leg of delivery remains a persistent blind spot. That oversight has consequences: empty trucks, fragmented delivery…

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Generative AI in Content Marketing: Why Creativity & Authenticity Will Make it Work

Will 2024 be known as the year AI made waves in content marketing? It sure seems so, with recent AI-driven ads from Toys R Us and Under Armour generating significant buzz online. Not just this: Despite having no official ties to the brand, a mock Volvo ad created entirely by AI has also gone…

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Driving Business Growth in B2B Marketing: The Game-Changing Impact of the Creator Economy

Influencer marketing is no longer just for consumer brands. In a report titled Influencing Business: The Global Rise of B2B Influencer Marketing, Ogilvy estimates that the global market size has expanded over 20 times since 2016! And with the creator economy projected to reach $500 billion by 2027, businesses are taking note. Social platforms…

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The Effects of the Baltimore Bridge Collapse is Testing the Resilience of the Supply Chain

As one of the busiest ports in the United States continues to grapple with the aftermath of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, the ripple effects on global supply chains are profound and widespread. The tragic incident not only disrupted local operations but has also spotlighted vulnerabilities in supply chain resilience globally.  The bridge,…

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The Surprising Rise in March’s PPI Numbers is Likely to Challenge Fed’s Next Direction on Curbing Inflation

In addition to the financial markets teetering on the edge of uncertainty, the release of March’s Producer Price Index (PPI) numbers has stirred a mix of curiosity and concern. Coming off a February report that saw wholesale costs spike to its highest rate in five months, this latest update has financial analysts and economists…

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Content-Forward & Performance Skills are Elevating Storytelling in B2B Sales

Is storytelling in B2B sales an art or a science? Perhaps the art of sales is in the storytelling, and telling that story to make an impact is the science. In the fast-paced world of B2B sales, the convergence of content creation and performance skills is no longer a novelty but a necessity. As…

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Decoding the First CPI Report of 2024: Inflation, Stickiness, and Economic Implications

The battle to reign in the economy continues in 2024. Inflation continues to be top of mind as the first Consumer Price Index (CPI) report of 2024 was released this month. According to the report, Americans experienced a 3.4% increase in the cost of living compared to the beginning of 2023. The numbers…

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Leading Through Change: Dr. Kevin Stevenson on Workforce, Innovation, and the Future of Healthcare
October 1, 2025

Healthcare is at a critical turning point, where staffing pressures, shrinking reimbursements, and rising patient expectations are reshaping the future of healthcare. According to the AACN Nursing Workforce Fact Sheet, the federal government projects more than 203,000 new registered nurse positions will be created annually from 2021 to 2031, reflecting high demand from an…

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Non-traditional students
Holistic Support in Higher Ed: Why Non-Traditional Students Need More Than Just Financial Aid
October 1, 2025

Non-traditional students—adult learners, student parents, veterans, and first-generation college-goers—are carrying heavier burdens than ever. Upswing’s 2024 Ana Insights Report found that nearly nine in ten students intended to complete a FAFSA application, while many also sought help with essentials like food, housing, and bill payments. Perhaps most concerning, students expressed declining confidence in higher…

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EAA AirVenture
@EAA AirVenture 2025 – Lori Barger & Larry Schaack Talk Communication & Safety
October 1, 2025

Nestled in the shaded quiet of Oshkosh’s Seaplane Base, there exists a side of EAA AirVenture that many attendees never see. Unlike the bustling main grounds, the Seaplane Base operates for just one week each year, transforming from an unused shoreline into a hub of aviation activity. It takes hundreds of volunteers and days of…

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Jim Zirbel at @EAA AirVenture 2025 | Keeping Seaplanes Connected & Safe
October 1, 2025

At the heart of EAA AirVenture 2025, the Seaplane Base offers a unique glimpse into aviation’s most delicate dance—where water and air meet. Unlike traditional runways, this floating airfield demands a constant balance of precision, coordination, and communication. Here, pilots don’t just rely on their own skill; they depend on an entire team of volunteers…

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