In this episode of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Mark Yeager, CEO of Redwood Logistics and former Private Equity Advisor, for a conversation at the intersection of leadership, capital, technology, and execution.

As businesses navigate increasing uncertainty, one question stands out:

What truly creates a sustainable competitive advantage?

Mark shares insights from decades of experience leading organizations in both public and private environments, offering a unique perspective on how ownership structures influence decision-making, innovation, growth, and performance.

Together, they explore:

• Public vs. private company leadership and execution
• Why some companies create enterprise value while others simply grow
• The rise of platform-driven business models
• How capital allocation impacts innovation and speed
• The gap between technology investment and real business outcomes
• AI, digital transformation, and the future of supply chain performance
• What separates high-performing organizations from the rest

One theme emerged throughout the conversation:

The future will not belong to the companies with the most assets.

It will belong to the organizations that can execute consistently, adapt quickly, and orchestrate performance at scale.

Whether you're a founder, executive, investor, operator, or business leader, this episode offers valuable lessons on building enduring competitive advantage in a rapidly changing world.

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What separates companies that survive disruption from those that thrive through it?

In this episode of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Scott DeGroot, Managing Director of the Global Supply Chain Institute at the University of Tennessee and former supply chain executive at Kimberly-Clark.

Scott shares his remarkable journey from hourly warehouse employee to global supply chain leader and discusses how the industry has evolved from focusing on efficiency to prioritizing resilience, adaptability, and strategic decision-making.

They explore:

• Why supply chain resilience matters more than ever
• How AI is transforming planning and decision-making
• The future of integrated business planning (IBP)
• The skills future leaders need to succeed
• Why communication and financial acumen matter as much as technology
• How organizations can build digital ecosystems for competitive advantage
• The role of scenario planning, digital twins, and intelligent control towers

Whether you're a founder, executive, investor, operator, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers valuable lessons on navigating uncertainty and leading through change.

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Mexico is becoming one of the most important strategic hubs in the global economy and supply chain ecosystem.

In this special Spanish edition of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Javier Zarazua, Director General of JL Nearshoring México and VP Latinoamérica at Tompkins Ventures, to discuss the realities, opportunities, and leadership required to capitalize on the nearshoring movement reshaping global business.

This conversation explores:
• Nearshoring reality vs. narrative
• Mexico’s growing strategic advantage
• Technology and operational execution
• Supply chain transformation
• Ecosystem collaboration and leadership
• The future of manufacturing and innovation in Latin America

More than trends, this episode focuses on execution, connection, and the leaders building momentum across the region.

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