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Sometimes, inspiration comes in the form of a furry friend! 🐶 I recently stumbled upon this heartwarming video on my phone from our annual Face-to-Face meeting in Colorado. Our incredible DEI trainer surprised us all by bringing an adorable puppy to the Coleman team gathering. And let me tell you, the impact was far greater than any of us could have imagined. As a Chief Innovation Officer, I'm constantly seeking ways to cultivate an environment that encourages innovation, growth, and, most importantly, inclusivity. That day, with our furry companion, we achieved all of that and more. The puppy created a space where walls came down, laughter echoed through the room, and bonds were strengthened. Innovation doesn't always have to start with technology or processes. Sometimes, it begins with fostering a sense of belonging, and our four-legged friend did just that. We found that when people feel comfortable, valued, and part of a caring community, their creativity and willingness to collaborate soar to new heights. This experience reinforced the importance of thinking outside the box and embracing unconventional approaches to innovation. It reminded us that innovation isn't just about technology; it's about the people, the culture, and the relationships we build along the way. So, here's to the power of paws and the profound impact they can have on our journey toward a brighter, more innovative future! 🌟 #Innovation #DiversityandInclusion #TeamBuilding #PuppyPower #ColemanTeam #WorkplaceCulture

Great group of supply chain leaders joined our Round Table yesterday. Waypost Advisors thanks SafeNet Consulting (now Eliassen Group) for hosting and to everyone for joining. Insights shared around the table included container delays and leadtimes driving up costs for shipping, especially from Asia. Risk in the FTL freight markets due to depressed pricing and over-capacity and a subject near and dear to our hearts at Waypost Advisors and Supply Chain Geeks everywhere like Emily LeVasseur, how important it is to document address and align your business processes whenever you are working on your ERP strategy. Thanks All and see you in Sept !!!

How to make a case competition feel and look like a fun company outing? Ask Carambole! We did a bombastic workshop together with WeTransfer back in 2019! I am sure most of you know this name because almost everyone at some point had to move a very large file around. It had an innovative concept because it was created at the intersection of a fun game and a business case competition. On the one hand, it had all the elements of a fun company outing: a cool venue, mingling with your colleagues and having fun together, lots of drinks, and delicious chocolate; but on the other hand, it was also a real business situation where expertise, collaboration, creative thinking, and presentation skills came in handy. Competing that day was worth it because, of course, there was a prize - a whole 1 kilogram of the highest quality craft chocolate from Krak! Basically, it was a full-cycle chocolate production in the form of friendly competition. 5 teams with 10 people in each team were creating a concept for a new chocolate, and it was quite a challenge: how to come up with a custom taste, an attractive packaging, and an idea that would resonate with the judges and beat other teams' ideas and execution? First and foremost, all the team should be made of team members with various skill sets. A team member from the Design department would then be in charge of packaging, and a team member from the Marketing department would have the edge in crafting a market strategy… you get the gist. Then great collaboration and teamwork come into play! And this is what would make this event great for the teams; it brings the people together in a way different from their everyday work: it creates new connections, it boosts creativity and interdepartmental connections, and after all - it is just a lot of fun! I wouldn't oversell if I said It was great! You could feel the buzz of creativity; it filled the room and from it a bunch of very cool ideas were born. Everyone was invested in getting their team to win; great projects were presented at the end. And the best part is, you can ask me for this experience for your team, so you could experience it first-hand! #wetransfer #casecompetition #companyevents #corporateentertainment #teamevent #bedrijfsuitje

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If your travels take you to the #almere #amsterdam #netherlands area, please join us COTIT BNS UEP this Friday the 15th at 5pm CEST at COTIT HQ. An action packed free networking event. Registration Link Here https://lnkd.in/eGtkvcNb Happy Hr food, drinks, Panel Discussion, Networking, and DJs. #traceability #tracking #dataanalytics #dataaccuracy #materials #materialhandling #materialsmanagement #supplychainmanagement #sustainabledevelopment

FROM BOARDROOM TO SWAG Feeling disconnected? –I’m not talking about the quality of your WI FI. I’m alluding to our collective experiences - dominated by the structure of boardrooms, control and the relentless pursuit of success. People on the treadmill of consumerism, locked into the confines of corporate monotony. Disconnected from self-power. I swapped the boardroom for the swag to venture onto Gunaikurnai country for Wayapa Wuurrk. I connected with a realm where heartbeat syncs with the rhythm of nature. It's a realm where the crisp air whispers tales of freedom, and the vibrant landscapes offer a visual feast of untamed beauty. This is the realm driven by an insatiable yearning for authenticity and inner connection. Trusting soul rather than intellect. Leaving the boardroom behind is not merely an escape -  it's a deliberate choice to rediscover the forgotten language of the cosmos. It's about abandoning the shackles of a clock-driven existence in favour of an ancient dance. Wayapa is a testament to the belief that true wealth lies in the richness of connection. It's a passionate declaration that life's richest treasures are not found in service to corporations but in the laughter shared around a crackling campfire and the wisdom whispered by ancient trees. Wayapa is the starseed of our ancient future. I’m looking forward to sharing such wisdom @wayapawuurrk

Team Parallel hasn’t had a meeting in a conference room since circa February 2020, but as of lately a lot of celebrities seem to be? We’ve noticed a trend of ads featuring talent in conference rooms (beyond this Dunkin ad, Michael Cera x CeraVe, the cast of the Office x ATT, to name a few), and while these ads are mining the comedic potential, there’s a serious trend underpinning it: it’s becoming more and more normal for celebrities and creators to end up in actual board rooms as they take on more prominent roles in startups. It’s enough to make us want to get a conference room again, just to see who might show up… #talentdeals #equitydeals #celebrityinvestors

In the past few days, we've shared much about our #sustainabilitystrategy #launch #event. But we thought, rather than us telling you how fantastic it was, let's hear directly from the customers who attended and get their perspective. #thankyou to Kristen Lloyd for these kind words 😊. 📖 Read our reports here: https://lnkd.in/eCUaYWZu 🎥 Watch our video here: https://lnkd.in/ewHY-RU6 #nicewords #sustainabilitylaunch #carbonfootprint

𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐯𝐬. 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧? It took me 2 years to wrap my head around this, let me break it down for you in 2 minutes. Visions is something big and exciting you want to achieve in the future. Mission is the steps you are going to take to make that dream happen. Let me give a real example, then a brand example. Your kid loves Lego. Their vision is to build the tallest tower ever with your blocks. A big, exciting idea of what they want to do someday. Mission is the steps you take like adding one lego block at a time. Stacking your blocks carefully. So, vision is your big dream, and mission is the things you do to make that dream happen. 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬; ✅Nike Vision: To be the world's leading sports and fitness brand, where everyone is considered an athlete. Mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world. ✅The Coffee Stoop Vision: To be the heart of our community, fostering meaningful conversations over a great cup of coffee. Mission: To offer a cozy, welcoming space where people can connect with friends and neighbors. ✅Amazon Vision: To build the one place where people can find and buy anything online Mission: To be earth's most customer-centric company. ✅Augusto’s Personal Training: Vision: Transform lives by promoting healthy living, one person at a time, and creating a community of motivated individuals. Mission: To empower individuals to achieve their health and fitness goals through personalized coaching and support. ✅Apple Vision: To be at the forefront of technology and design, providing products that enhance people's lives. Mission: To bring the best user experience to its customers through innovative hardware, software, and services. - - - 👉 I’m doing a whole workshop on brand strategy next week if you’re interested you can sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ghnVJD6g If you like this post, please reshare ♻️ it so others can get value.

Just finished a GREAT online webinar/course with Leanne Calderwood, CMP called, "Introverts Unleashed: 5 Key Questions Your Online Presence Should Answer!" and it's not just for Introverts! It was a terrific hour...check out leannecalderwood.com.