Our recent guest, Pete Chrobak, is the Chief Financial Officer at Duncan-Parnell. In this conversation with Karthik Chidambaram, he shares strategic insights about Duncan-Parnell, from its origins to its pathway to the future. From his background to his approach to managing finances, we hear why his role is more than just about money. They talk about how the company focuses on maintaining a healthy cash flow and strategically plans for business growth, helping to drive the company's long-term success. They also discuss how smart investing can make a big impact. Watch to the end, and don't miss out on all the great advice in this episode!

Many technology companies are continuing to discuss artificial intelligence, but are they missing the practical applications? In this episode, Frank Heenan emphasizes the need to understand real-world use cases for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.

In many cases, it calls for ERP systems to become more condensed and useful, focusing on actual job functions and machine learning. Tune in to better understand some of the practical ways that AI can help boost efficiency!

In this episode of the Driven by DCKAP podcast, our guest is David Bauders, the CEO of SPARXIQ and Trade Hounds.

In this conversation with Karthik Chidambaram, Bauders explains how SPARXIQ, a pioneer in price optimization since 1993, helps manufacturers and distributors capture value by analyzing transactional data to understand price sensitivity and optimize profitability.

He also delves into Trade Hounds, which has evolved from a social app for Gen Z’ers into a thriving social B2B marketplace, while touching on the integration of Wrangld's functionality into the Trade Hounds app in order to cover the entire estimating-to-cash cycle for users.

Don’t miss this engaging conversation that highlights the importance of optimizing pricing by mastering data and converting that data into dollars!

In this interview, Karthik sits down with Cole Mercier from DSG to uncover his unique role as Communications Manager, and how DSG is revolutionizing the skilled trades industry. He shares how DSG, a 100-year-old, 100% employee-owned wholesale distributor, is tackling the evolving landscape of communications, training and supporting tradespeople, and investing in the next generation.

Learn why product knowledge and local connections are key in this dynamic industry. Plus, discover how DSG is actively combating the trades gap through scholarships and innovative career academies!

Our latest guest is Brian Wild, the Chief Government Relations Officer at NAW (the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors). During his conversation with Karthik while attending the NAW Executive Summit, he talked about his role at NAW, making the move to Washington, D.C. with aspirations to make a difference, and what it takes to be an effective lobbyist, driven by his foundational belief in the principles of capitalism. Brian shares his genuine excitement about the world of politics, viewing it as a 'contact sport' that demands ongoing and active engagement, along with his voracious appetite for staying on top of current events, showcasing the strength of his commitment to political science, the support of industry growth, and what it takes to be the voice representing the best interests of the very businesses that make up the backbone of our economy.

In this episode, John Perez, the CEO of Unified A/R, sits down with Karthik to discuss how accounts receivable automation provides a comprehensive view of order to cash processes for wholesaler distributors and manufacturers, with the aim to help them get paid faster, creating a very frictionless experience.

In this way, their solution streamlines payment management and reduces costs, improving cash flow and overall financial efficiency while using accounts receivable software. Listen in on their entire conversation for more insights on how AR automation can save you money!

Our guest on this episode showcases how true leadership and wisdom can shape both personal and organizational success. Doug Borchers, the President of Superior Aluminum, shares deep insights and drives the importance of good people and good ideas.

In their conversation, we learn from the mindset of personal development, with valuable lessons about creating lasting impact in the community, and how social responsibility drives meaningful business outcomes.

Joining the podcast and sitting down with Karthik Chidambaram on this episode is Ez Natarajan, the Founder and CEO of CoreStack. They discuss everything under the cloud, including why cloud governance is such a key piece in business security and how to do it right. Watch the full conversation to know the impacts of internet security, the importance of data, and the best business strategy for success.