The Industry Playbook

Strategic Benefits of Local and Resilient Sourcing

In this episode of The Industry Playbook, we explore why more companies are shifting from global to local sourcing in response to supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and rising transportation costs. We break down the strategic advantages of keeping your supply chain close to home—including faster delivery times, improved quality control, reduced risk, stronger brand reputation, and greater economic impact on local communities. We also challenge assumptions by digging into the trade-offs of domestic sourcing, such as cost fluctuations and limited material access. Whether you're a procurement professional, operations lead, or business owner, this episode offers clear, practical insights into how resilient sourcing can strengthen your competitive edge.

The $15 Billion Holiday You Never Think About

The Fourth of July is more than fireworks and hot dogs. It’s a $15 billion machine powered by travel, food, retail, and tradition. In this episode, we break down how America’s favorite holiday became an economic powerhouse. From backyard BBQs to international fireworks supply chains, we cover the business behind the boom.

Why You Should Care About Rhino Cares

Starting a nonprofit sounds noble but behind the scenes, it’s a grind. In this episode, we get real about the uphill battle to launch Rhino Cares, the struggle for funding, the impact we’re trying to make this fall, and why helping youth, the elderly, and our neighbors matters more than ever. If you’ve ever said, “I want to give back someday,” this is your sign to start today.

Geopolitical Risk, Innovation Failure and Cyber Shocks That Matter to Business

In this episode of Industry Playbook we break down three major stories shaping global business with a clear focus on cost risk and opportunity We examine the Iran Israel tensions and how energy volatility supply chain challenges and inflation ripple through the United States and border regions like El Paso We analyze the SpaceX Starship test failure and what the cost delays and regulatory fallout mean for aerospace and high stakes innovation We cover the cyberattack that disrupted the Whole Foods supply chain highlighting the growing risk of supplier side breaches in essential industries Chris normally hosts the show but today we are giving him a break while we guide you through these important developments This episode is designed for business owners operators and professionals who want insight without the drama

No Playbook for This: My Borderland Connect Story

In this solo episode of The Industry Playbook I walk through the real behind-the-scenes experience of putting together Borderland Connect from the first idea to the final breakdown. No filters no shortcuts just the honest truth about what it takes to build something from scratch keep it moving and bring the right people together.