Kev Talks Podcast
With Kevin Parkerson and Kevin Higgins

Real World Global Logistics
Your premier source for expert insights and innovative strategies in global logistics and supply chain management. Hosted by two seasoned industry veterans, each with over 30 years of experience, our mission is to educate, inspire, and connect professionals across the logistics landscape. We dive into the latest trends, share actionable advice, and bring forward the voices of industry leaders to help our listeners navigate the complexities of the global supply chain with confidence and foresight.
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Kevin Parkerson
Founder of KP Global Logistics Consulting
Kevin Parkerson is a highly experienced logistics professional with a robust track record in global supply chain management. He has served as Director of Global Logistics at Walmart, where he managed strategic 3PL relationships, contract negotiations, and service management. Previously, as Senior Director of Global Logistics at Dollar General and VP of Global Inbound Logistics at Hasbro, Kevin honed his expertise in strategic 3PL relationships, contract negotiation, and service management across ocean, origin services, and warehouse management. His career also includes a role as Intermodal Manager at J.B. Hunt, where he was responsible for intermodal pricing, business development, and strategic planning across the U.S. and Canada.


Kevin Higgins
Founder of Orion Global Logistics, CEO of SwiftB2b
Kevin Higgins is a seasoned logistics executive with over 35 years of industry experience. His career includes 11 years at Walmart, where he played a pivotal role in establishing their Global Transportation group and co-invented a global carrier allocation and booking system. He has held executive positions at Transplace, DSL, and De Well Logistics, and was a co-founder of ChassisFinder.com, the first marine chassis reservation system, and TCC, a chassis leasing company.
Kevin is the founder of Orion Global Logistics, a consulting firm specializing in process improvement and technology modernization. Currently, he serves as CEO of SwiftB2B, where he focuses on advancing supply chain technology and product innovation.

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Episode 82- WISE in Action: Dr. Stephanie Thomas on Building the Future of Supply Chain Leadership
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Episode 82- WISE in Action: Dr. Stephanie Thomas on Building the Future of Supply Chain Leadership
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Episode 81- Chasing Storms and Supply Chains: Process, Discipline, and Scaling with Casey Jenkins
In this episode of Kev Talks: Real World Global Logistics, Kevin Parkerson and Kevin Higgins

Episode 80 From the Bridge to the Boardroom: Leadership, Transformation, and the Future of AI in Supply Chain with David Arsenault
In this episode of Kev Talks: Real World Global Logistics, Kevin Parkerson and Kevin Higgins

Episode 79-From Gigafactories to Warehouses:The High-Stakes Future of Industrial Logistics -Steven Strobel
In this episode, Kevin Parkerson and Kevin Higgins sit down with Steven Strobel, Associate Principal