Episodes

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Sept. 16, 2021

GT Podcast – Community Connection Series – Episode 5 – Tulare County, The Center of Business for California

In this episode of our Community Connection series, our host Eric Kleinsorge speaks with President and CEO of Tulare County, Nathan Ahle, to find out why central California is such a business hot spot! Check out more of our GT Podcast – Community Connection Series here!
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July 7, 2021

GT Podcast – Community Connection Series – Episode 4 – Franklin County, KS: The Heartland and Heartbeat for Logistics

Join us for another interesting episode of GT Podcast’s Community Connection. In this episode we speak with Franklin County, Kansas’ Executive Director, Paul Bean, to find out what makes this community the heartland and heartbeat for logistics. Check out more of Global Trade’s GT Podcast Community Connection Series here!
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June 9, 2021

GT Podcast – Community Connection Series – Episode 3 – Laredo, TX – The Pathway for Trade

In this episode of our Community Connection series, our host Eric Kleinsorge speaks with President and CEO of Laredo Economic Development Corporation, Gene Lindgren. Find out why Laredo leads the country in exports, what industries are booming there, and so much more!! Check out more of our GT Podcast – Community Connection Series here!
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April 6, 2021

GT Podcast – Community Connection Series – Episode 2 – Small Community, Big Business

In this episode we speak with TexAmericas Center’s Executive VP and Chief Economic Development Officer, Eric Voyles. Please join us as we take a look at how small towns are providing big opportunities for businesses.
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Jan. 14, 2021

GT Podcast – Community Connection Series – Episode 1 – Mayor of Ruston, LA – Ronny Walker

In the first episode of our latest series, Community Connection, GT Podcast’s host Eric Kleinsorge speaks with Ruston, LA Mayor, Ronny Walker, to learn exactly how Ruston is living up to their slogan, Excellence Made Here.
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Oct. 6, 2020

GT Podcast – Episode 123 – Jeff Tucker with Tucker Company Worldwide

In this episode, we talk with Jeff Tucker, CEO of Tucker Company Worldwide, about the opportunities, challenges, and forecasts of moving products both pre and post Covid-19.
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Sept. 8, 2020

GT Podcast – Episode 122 – Craig Reed with Avalara GT Podcast - Episode 122 - Craig Reed with Avalara

In this episode, Global Trade Magazine speaks with Avalara’s, Senior Vice President of Global Trade, Craig Reed about the tips and trends of e-commerce, and how their technology is helping companies streamline their taxation compliance.
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Aug. 12, 2020

GT Podcast – Episode 121 – Sean Strawbridge with Port of Corpus Christi

In this episode we welcome special guest, Chief Executive Officer of Port of Corpus Christi, Sean Strawbridge, to take a deeper look at what to expect for our ports and trade in the midst, as well as after, Covid 19.
March 31, 2020

GT Podcasts – Going Global with America’s Best Cities – Amarillo, TX

Host Eric Kleinsorge speaks with this year’s recipients of Global Trade’s 7th Annual Best Cities for Global Trade. Cities on this list used their resources, assets and ingenuity to create an atmosphere that not only listens to but anticipates a business’ needs. When it comes to global trade, that’s one size that fits all. In this episode Eric speaks with Kevin Carter, President of the Amarillo, Texas Economic Development Corporation. See what Amarillo has been doing to make the list of America...
March 3, 2020

GT Podcasts – Going Global with America’s Best Cities – Tampa Bay, FL

Host Eric Kleinsorge speaks with this year’s recipients of Global Trade’s 7th Annual Best Cities for Global Trade. Cities on this list used their resources, assets and ingenuity to create an atmosphere that not only listens to but anticipates a business’ needs. When it comes to global trade, that’s one size that fits all. In this episode Eric speaks with the economic development team from Tampa Bay, Fl. See why the Global Tampa Bay Region is perfect for internationallly minded companies.
Jan. 28, 2020

GT Podcast – Going Global with America’s Best Cities – Irvine, CA

Host Eric Kleinsorge speaks with this year’s recipients of Global Trade’s 7th Annual Best Cities for Global Trade. Cities on this list used their resources, assets and ingenuity to create an atmosphere that not only listens to but anticipates a business’ needs. When it comes to global trade, that’s one size that fits all. In this episode, we hear from Irvine, California, better known as a “master planned” economic powerhouse. So how does their strategic location, abundant talent, high quality o...
Jan. 28, 2020

GT Podcast – Going Global with America’s Best Cities – Irvine, CA

Host Eric Kleinsorge speaks with this year’s recipients of Global Trade’s 7th Annual Best Cities for Global Trade. Cities on this list used their resources, assets and ingenuity to create an atmosphere that not only listens to but anticipates a business’ needs. When it comes to global trade, that’s one size that fits all. In this episode, we hear from Irvine, California, better known as a “master planned” economic powerhouse. So how does their strategic location, abundant talent, high quality of...
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Oct. 31, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 120 – Sean Strawbridge with Port of Corpus Christi

In this epsode we welcome special guest, Chief Executive Officer of Port of Corpus Christi, Sean Strawbridge to take a deeper look at doing business with ports and some of the important considerations to keep in mind when choosing the right port, and we will even touch on the recent drone attacks on the Saudi Arabian Oil Infrastructure.
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Oct. 31, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 120 – Sean Strawbridge with Port of Corpus Christi

In this epsode we welcome special guest, Chief Executive Officer of Port of Corpus Christi, Sean Strawbridge to take a deeper look at doing business with ports and some of the important considerations to keep in mind when choosing the right portand we will even touch on the recent drone attacks on the Saudi Arabian Oil Infrastructure.
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Oct. 28, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 119 – Shane Spencer with Canadian, TX

In this episode we learn what a difference a small town can make for big business. Join us as we welcome special guest, Canadian Texas' Executive Director Shane Spencer.
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Sept. 12, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 118 – JoAnna Shivers with Mexia, Texas

In this week’s episode, we sit down with special guest JoAnna Shivers, Executive Director of Mexia Economic Development Corporation. JoAnna speaks to why Mexia, Texas is one of the nation’s fastest growing mega regions, why site selectors are positioning their businesses in the Texas Triangle and what types of companies would be an ideal fit for their region.
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Sept. 10, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 118 – JoAnna Shivers with Mexia, Texas

In this week's episode, we sit down with special guest JoAnna Shivers, Executive Director of Mexia Economic Development Corporation. JoAnna speaks to why Mexia, Texas is one of the nation's fastest growing mega regions, why site selectors are positioning their businesses in the Texas Triangle and what types of companies would be an ideal fit for their region.
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Sept. 10, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 117 – Anthony Fletcher with My Future Consulting

Acquiring top talent is more challenging than ever. In this episode Anthony Fletcher, CEO and President, of My Future Consulting shares his expertise on what it takes to attract winning talent, and keep them.
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Sept. 10, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 117 – Anthony Fletcher with My Future Consulting

Acquiring top talent is more challenging then ever. In this episode Anthony Fletcher, CEO and President, of My Future Consulting shares his expertise on what it takes to attract winning talent...and keep them.
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Aug. 1, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 116 – Tammy Birlew With C.H. Robinson GT Podcast - Episode 116 - Tammy Birlew With C.H. Robinson

Global Logistics & Current Market Trends – During this episode we will speak with CH Robinson’s Vice President of the Americas, Tammy Birlew, on where global logistics is headed and current market trends.
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Aug. 1, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 116 – Tammy Birlew With C.H. Robinson

Global Logistics & Current Market Trends - During this episode we will speak with CH Robinson's Vice President of the Americas, Tammy Birlew, on where global logistics is headed and current market trends.
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May 7, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 115 – Raul Alfonso With Port Tampa Bay

Port Tampa Bay: Opportunity Awaits When considering the right Port to partner with, diversity of services can play an important role. We take a closer look at Port Tampa Bay and why so many container and cruise ships are porting at Tampa Bay! Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Raul Alfonso gives us an inside look at some of the reasons Port Tampa Bay is being called one of the best in the world.
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May 6, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 115 – Raul Alfonso With Port Tampa Bay

When considering the right Port to partner with, diversity of services can play an important role. We take a closer look at Port Tampa Bay and why so many container and cruise ships are porting at Tampa Bay! Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Raul Alfonso gives us an inside look at some of the reasons Port Tampa Bay is being called one of the best in the world.
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March 29, 2019

GT Podcast – Episode 114 – Jason Chan With Rakuten Super Logistics

When it comes to e-commerce, Rakuten Super Logistics is one of the giants. Jason Chan, VP of Sales and Marketing shares his insight on some of the important trends and things to look for in the exploding e-commerce industry.