Karl Waggoner, Mammoth Freighters & Michael Atkin, Prosperous AI

In this episode of The Results Loading… podcast, Karl Waggoner shares his unique career journey, beginning with his experience in the air force and transitioning to supply chain and logistics. He discusses pivotal moments that led him to the supply chain field, including his work in Italy. Karl emphasizes the significance of supplier performance and the critical role of planning and organization. The conversation explores the integration of technology and AI in project management and supply chain logistics. Karl provides insights into Mammoth's business model and his ongoing doctoral journey. Reflecting on his career, he imparts valuable advice before concluding with closing remarks and appreciation.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to The Results Loading... Podcast and guest Karl Waggoner, USAF veteran and Director of Supply Chain and Logistics at Mammoth Freighters.
02:30 - Karl shares how his experience in the Air Force shaped his leadership and technical skills.
05:00 - Karl’s background and his decision to join the Air Force.
10:00 - Transition from military to a civilian career in supply chain logistics.
15:00 - Karl’s international assignments and working in Italy for Boeing’s supply chain.
20:00 - Karl's process for improving supplier performance in Italy.
25:00 - Discussion on key project management practices and their impact on supply chain.
30:00 - Leveraging technology and tools like AI in supply chain management.
35:00 - Karl’s insights on managing wide-body freighter conversions at Mammoth Freighters.
40:00 - Discussion on Karl’s doctoral research on supply chain complexity and ESG performance.
45:00 - Insights on the importance of sustainability and governance in supply chains.
50:00 - Reflections on Karl’s career and key lessons learned along the way.
52:00 - Conclusion and closing remarks.