{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Nation\u2019s First Goods Movement Training Campus at Port of Los Angeles with Gene Seroka, Executive Director of Port of L.A Episode 163","description":"We are diving into the evolving landscape of the Goods Movement with Gene Seroka, Director of the Port of Los Angeles. Our host, Dr. Salvatrice Cummo and Gene Seroka have a candid conversation about the challenges and innovations shaping the goods movement sector and how turbulent changes in trade policy, tariffs, and technology are impacting supply chain management. They also discuss the importance of steady leadership and long-term investment in careers and future-forward problem solving. Gene Seroka shares insights on launching the Port Optimizer\u2014a groundbreaking digital platform that\u2019s transforming cargo operations\u2014and shares the vision  to build the nation\u2019s first goods movement training campus. You'll hear about the critical role California Community Colleges play in partnering with the Port of Los Angeles to collaborate on workforce training and the need to upskill both new and existing talent. Gene shares practical advice for staying visible, mobile, and resilient as we navigate the future of work. You'll learn:  How partnerships between industry leaders and community colleges are shaping workforce training and curriculum development Why steady, long-term investment is essential for supply chain resilience in the face of unpredictable trade policies and economic cycles Why the creation of the nation\u2019s first goods movement training campus matters for the future of port and supply chain careers About the guest: Gene Seroka is the Executive Director of the Port of Los Angeles, the busiest container port in the Western Hemisphere. The Port has experienced historic, record-breaking performances since his appointment in 2014. As chief of America\u2019s top port, he is responsible for managing a $2.6 billion budget, advancing major capital projects, growing trade volume and promoting innovative, sustainable practices that strengthen the region\u2019s economy. Under his direction, the Port has taken a leadership role in adopting cutting-edge technologies to improve cargo flow at the San Pedro Bay port complex and throughout the supply chain, including the launch of the digital Port OptimizerTM cargo-tracking system. Seroka continues to advocate for a national export policy and data-sharing among ports globally. Seroka has distinguished himself as a leader throughout his illustrious career in shipping, global logistics and executive management. He received the esteemed Stanley T. Olafson Award from the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce in 2023, recognizing his work in the world trade industry and leadership of the nation\u2019s busiest container port. The Containerization & Intermodal Institute named Seroka the 2021 recipient of the Connie Award, one the most coveted honors in the maritime industry. Seroka has been named one of the most influential people in Los Angeles by the Los Angeles Business Journal and featured on the LA500 list each year since it was created in 2016. Engage with us: LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook: @PasadenaCityCollegeEWD Join our newsletter for more on this topic: ewdpulse.com Visit: PCC EWD website More from the Port of L.A: Visit: https:\/\/portoflosangeles.org\/ LinkedIn: @portofla  Instagram: @portofla Youtube: @theportoflosangeles Partner with us! Contact our host, Salvatrice Cummo, directly: scummo@pasadena.edu Want to be a guest on the show? Click HERE to inquire about booking  Find the transcript of this episode here Please rate us and leave us your thoughts and comments on Apple Podcasts; we\u2019d love to hear from you! ","author_name":"The Future Of Work","author_url":"http:\/\/thefutureofwork.libsyn.com\/website","html":"