Episode #147 - Tahini Tell-All
'Tis the season for wrapping up gifts and another year of predominantly fastener-related talk radio, as Advance Components CEO and chief gingerbread architect Suzy Cravens shares heartwarming details of her recent experience on Food Network's Christmas Cookie Challenge (1:21:36). Offsetting all the peace and harmony, digital distribution pundit Ian Heller, of Rapid Results Marketing explains the gift of disruptive forces in the supply chain (20:46). Pac-West VP David Palmquist previews the sure-to-be-merry upcoming table top and joint NFDA conference (42:47). Then, the delightful Bob "GQ" Baer and Mike McNulty discuss the coal in the latest FDI stocking during the Fastener News Report (51:24). Plus, industry educator Carmen Vertullo plays elf on the shelf as he presents the newest Fastener Training Minute (1:17:14). With maximum jolliness, Brian and Eric check their list for three wise listeners who will soon receive some extra good cheer. Run time: 02:30:47
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