In this episode of the Supply Chaney podcast, Nathan Chaney interviews Fraser Robinson, co-founder and CEO of Beacon. They discuss Fraser's journey from finance to tech, his experiences at Uber, and the founding of Beacon, a supply chain visibility platform. Fraser shares insights on the importance of data in supply chain management, the role of AI, and the value of having a co-founder. He emphasizes the need for risk-taking and offers advice for young professionals and entrepreneurs.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Fraser Robinson and His Journey
02:15 Fraser's Early Aspirations and Career Path
05:20 Family Life and Personal Interests
08:15 Living Internationally and Supply Chain Centers
11:16 Transitioning from Finance to Supply Chain
14:14 The Concept of Social Proof in Marketing
17:24 Lessons Learned from Startup Experiences
20:14 Understanding Beacon's Ideal Customer
20:44 The Evolution of Supply Chain Solutions
26:18 Data as the Core of Supply Chain Management
30:52 AI and the Future of Supply Chain
35:15 Personal Insights and Advice for the Future
39:15 Introduction to Fraser Robinson's Journey
41:50 Transitioning from Finance to Tech
Surgere is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney Podcast for 2025. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.
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