SC154: Dr. Terry Esper is Achievement in Motion--Scholar, Professor and Global Supply Chain Expert

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Terry Esper, professor of logistics at The Ohio State University and a regular contributor to NPR, The Wall Street Journal, and Sirius XM. With a captivating mix of personal storytelling and professional insight, Dr. Esper walks us through his journey from the heart of Detroit to Philander Smith College (now University) a small HBCU in Arkansas to becoming a globally recognized expert in supply chain management. He shares how his early experiences shaped his curiosity about how goods move, how systems connect, and how supply chains impact everything from the economy to everyday life. Dr. Esper also breaks down why supply chain management is more relevant than ever and how it intersects with social equity, technology, and global trade. Whether you're a business professional, a student, or just curious about how the world works behind the scenes, this STEMulating conversation offers inspiration and perspective on the often-invisible systems that shape our lives.

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SC154: Dr. Terry Esper is Achievement in Motion--Scholar, Professor and Global Supply Chain Expert is an episode from Beyond the Bench: STEMulating Career Conversations by Marquita M. Qualls, PhD.

This episode is 50:34 long.

This episode was published on Apr 16, 2025.

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