Supply Chain of Thought
Welcome to Supply Chain of Thought—the podcast that unpacks the complex world of global trade, logistics, and sourcing with expert insights and real-world strategies.
Join us as we break down the biggest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping international supply chains.
From policy shifts to procurement strategies, we're giving you practical takeaways to navigate the ever-changing world of supply chain management.
Episodes
7 episodes
Episode 7: From Kitchen Experiment to Whole Foods With Cecile Largeau
In this episode of Supply Chain of Thought, we talk with Cecile Largeau, founder of La Petite Creme, about building a baby care brand from a kitchen experiment into a growing business with its own factory and nationwide ret...
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Episode 7
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44:11
Quality, Contracts & Communication: Advanced China Sourcing in Practice: Episode 6 #SCOT
In this episode of The Supply Chain of Thought, Laura continues her conversation with Michael DeClerk, Founder & CEO of CPG Sourcing, as they dive deeper into CPG’s upcoming ebook, An Advanced Guide to China Sourcing and Procurement.
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Episode 6
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1:04:26
An Advanced Guide to China Sourcing: Key Lessons from Chapters 1 & 2: Episode 5 #SCOT
In this episode, we open "An Advanced Guide to China Sourcing and Procurement": CPG’s first-ever ebook. Chapters 1 and 2 lay the foundation for smarter sourcing: understanding the modern China supply landscape, supplier psychology, and how to p...
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Episode 5
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42:03
Resilience vs Agility: What's More Valuable in 2025? Episode 4
In today’s unpredictable world, what matters more...the strength to survive disruption or the speed to adapt?In Episode 4 of Supply Chain of Thought, host Laura Dow and CPG founder Michael De Clercq break down the crucial difference bet...
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Episode 4
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1:01:42
Exclusive Insights from the Frontlines of Global Sourcing - Episode 3
Last month, CPG attended the 2025 American Supply Chain Summit in Dallas. In this special episode of Supply Chain of Thought, we’re unpacking the real conversations that happened and what companies are talking about in regards to tariffs and AI...
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Episode 3
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32:25
How Tariffs Impact the U.S. Transportation Industry Episode 2
Welcome back to CPG’s Supply Chain of Thought Podcast! In this episode, host Laura Dow and Michael De Clercq, an expert in China sourcing, break down how tariffs are reshaping the U.S. transportation industry.From ...
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Episode 2
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55:26
What No One Tells You About Trump’s Tariffs/Supply Chain of Thought Episode 1
Will Trump’s potential tariffs on China change global sourcing forever? We break down the real impact of a possible 60% tariff on Chinese imports, the best strategies for businesses, and whether nearshoring, reshoring, or diversifying is the wa...
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Episode 1
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48:55