In this episode of the Titanium Economy podcast, John Engel, Chairman, President, and CEO of Wesco, talks to Gaurav Batra, CEO of Ayna, about how the company transformed into a global, tech-enabled supply chain leader through disciplined acquisitions, digital transformation, and a relentless focus on long-term value creation. He shares how and why Wesco stayed committed to its merger with Anixter during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. After this merger they built a new company around a unified culture and exceeded integration and growth targets. John also discusses Wesco's approach to AI, why high-quality data is the foundation of successful digital transformation, and why he believes reshoring, electrification, and AI are driving an industrial supercycle. Recorded as part of Ayna's i250 recognition of the industrial companies shaping the American growth story, the conversation highlights the importance of culture, talent, leadership, supply chain resilience, and maintaining a long-term perspective in building enduring industrial businesses.


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