Listen "The Logistics of Purpose with Lineage Logistics"
Episode Synopsis
Cast your vote for Purpose 360 as Best Business Podcast here!Meet the food transport and storage company with a purpose to feed the world. Lineage Logistics is a $2 billion enterprise driving more than a third of the temperature-controlled food distribution in the U.S., moving 8% of the global food supply. The company is deeply purpose-driven and operates on a stakeholder-driven model, focused on transforming the food supply chain to positively impact customers, communities, and beyond. Sean Vanderelzen, Chief Human Resources Officer, and Megan Hendricksen, VP Marketing & Communications at Lineage, joined Purpose 360 to talk about the company lives its purpose. Listen for their insights on:How Lineage developed an authentic purpose, rooted in the journey from farms and factories to shelves and tablesHow purpose helped Lineage act swiftly during COVID-19 to transport food to areas in need as well as donate $5 million and 100 million meals alongside nonprofit partners How Lineage leverages its purpose and capabilities to tackle a massive social problem: food wasteThe impact of purpose on recruiting and talent retention, as well as employee engagementLinks & NotesLineage Logistics Story“Our Purpose” VideoCOVID-19 ResponseLineage Innovation in ActionSean VanderelzenMegan Hendricksen
(00:00) - Welcome to Sean & Megan from Lineage Logistics
(05:43) - Sean's & Megan's Journey to Lineage Logistics
(11:13) - Creating a Culture
(15:05) - Finding Their Purpose
(17:34) - Employee Excitement
(20:45) - Purpose in Recruitment
(23:19) - Recognition
(24:17) - Unlocking Employee Potential
(28:05) - COVID-19 & Lineage Logistics
(36:06) - Greg's Videos
(38:06) - Servant Leadership
(40:39) - Turning the Org Chart on Its Head
(41:53) - Growing Through Acquisition
(46:42) - Key Insights About Developing Your Purpose
(52:40) - Final Words
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