Mike Zayonc's guest appearances

Mike Zayonc

Inbound Logistics Podcast: Supply Chain Reactions

Leaders in Supply Chain and Logistics

The Logistics of Logistics

Heavy Hitters: The Digital Industrial Podcast

Keith Carter

Susan Johnson

Paul Bradley

Paul Graham

David Collins

Scott Johnson

Laura Behrens Wu

Bobby Holland

Parag Khanna

Chris Sheldrick

Craig Fuller

Christian Lanng

David Ross

Paul Nelson

Mike Cobb

OwlTail

Mike Zayonc and Joe Lynch discuss Silicon Valley in a box, a nickname for Plug and Play Ventures, a global startup accelerator and venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, California. Mike is a Partner at Plug and Play where he founded the firm's $25.5M Supply Chain Fund and Supply Chain accelerator program. About Mike Zayonc  Mike Zayonc is a Partner at Plug and Play where he founded the firm's $25.5M Supply Chain Fund as well as the Supply Chain accelerators based in Silicon Valley, Savannah, Toronto, Northwest Arkansas, Hamburg, and Shanghai in partnership with 60+ corporate partners such as Walmart, TJX, Tyson Foods, JB Hunt, Shell, DHL, Kohls, Japan Post, Yamato, Maersk, Ryder, Prologis, BASF, ArcelorMittal, ExxonMobil, United States Postal Service, Arcbest, Mitsubishi Electric, Georgia Pacific, Trimac, Crowley Martime, etc... This program is responsible for accelerating hundreds of startups and investing 60+ supply chain related startups at the seed stage including Rappi, Einride, Shippo, Cogniac, Repowr, Koffie Labs, Oloid, etc. Prior to joining Plug and Play, Mike was a serial entrepreneur from Vancouver, Canada. Mike graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Management, where he specialized in studying Entrepreneurial Technology and Finance. Throughout University Mike maintained a full-ride athletic scholarship for competing across Canada in men’s varsity basketball.   About Plug and Play   Plug and Play is a global innovation platform that connects startups, corporations, venture capital firms, universities, and government agencies. The firm is headquartered in Silicon Valley and has a presence in more than 40 locations across five continents. Plug and Play offers corporate innovation programs and assists corporate partners at every stage of their innovation journey, from education to execution. The firm also organizes startup acceleration programs and is among the most active investors worldwide, with over 200 investments per year driving innovation across multiple industries. Plug and Play's portfolio comprises companies such as Dropbox, Guardant Health, ApplyBoard, Course Hero, Einride, Honey, Blockdaemon, N26, PayPal, and Rappi. Key Takeaways: Silicon Valley in a Box with Mike Zayonc  Mike Zayonc is a Partner at Plug and Play Ventures a global startup accelerator and venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, California. The firm was founded in 2006 by Saeed Amidi, who is also the CEO of Plug and Play Tech Center, a startup incubator and co-working space. Plug and Play Ventures invests in early-stage startups across various industries, including fintech, healthtech, insurtech, and mobility, among others. The firm has a portfolio of over 1,200 companies, including notable successes like Dropbox, PayPal, and LendingClub. Plug and Play Ventures provides more than just funding to startups; it also offers mentorship, resources, and access to a vast network of corporate partners, investors, and mentors. The firm has a presence in over 35 locations globally, including in the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Plug and Play Ventures typically invests between $25,000 and $500,000 in startups, with the potential for follow-on funding in later rounds. The firm is known for its industry-specific accelerator programs, which provide startups with tailored resources and connections to help them grow and succeed. Plug and Play Ventures is also actively involved in corporate innovation, working with established companies to help them stay competitive and innovative in the face of disruption. The firm has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, with initiatives like its Female Founders program and partnerships with organizations like Black Founders Matter.  Learn More About Silicon Valley in a Box Mike on LinkedIn Plug and Play on LinkedIn Plug and Play Website  Plug and Play Silicon Valley June Summit 2023 The Logistics of Logistics Podcast  If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube 

<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikezayonc-supplychain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mike Zayonc</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephlynchjr/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joe Lynch</a> discuss Silicon Valley in a box, a nickname for Plug and Play Ventures, a global startup accelerator and venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, California. Mike is a Partner at <a href="https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Plug and Play</a> where he founded the firm's $25.5M Supply Chain Fund and Supply Chain accelerator program. About Mike Zayonc <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikezayonc-supplychain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mike Zayonc</a> is a Partner at Plug and Play where he founded the firm's $25.5M Supply Chain Fund as well as the Supply Chain accelerators based in Silicon Valley, Savannah, Toronto, Northwest Arkansas, Hamburg, and Shanghai in partnership with 60+ corporate partners such as Walmart, TJX, Tyson Foods, JB Hunt, Shell, DHL, Kohls, Japan Post, Yamato, Maersk, Ryder, Prologis, BASF, ArcelorMittal, ExxonMobil, United States Postal Service, Arcbest, Mitsubishi Electric, Georgia Pacific, Trimac, Crowley Martime, etc... This program is responsible for accelerating hundreds of startups and investing 60+ supply chain related startups at the seed stage including Rappi, Einride, Shippo, Cogniac, Repowr, Koffie Labs, Oloid, etc. Prior to joining Plug and Play, Mike was a serial entrepreneur from Vancouver, Canada. Mike graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Management, where he specialized in studying Entrepreneurial Technology and Finance. Throughout University Mike maintained a full-ride athletic scholarship for competing across Canada in men’s varsity basketball. About Plug and Play <a href="https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Plug and Play</a> is a global innovation platform that connects startups, corporations, venture capital firms, universities, and government agencies. The firm is headquartered in Silicon Valley and has a presence in more than 40 locations across five continents. Plug and Play offers corporate innovation programs and assists corporate partners at every stage of their innovation journey, from education to execution. The firm also organizes startup acceleration programs and is among the most active investors worldwide, with over 200 investments per year driving innovation across multiple industries. Plug and Play's portfolio comprises companies such as Dropbox, Guardant Health, ApplyBoard, Course Hero, Einride, Honey, Blockdaemon, N26, PayPal, and Rappi. Key Takeaways: Silicon Valley in a Box with Mike Zayonc <ul> <li>Mike Zayonc is a Partner at Plug and Play Ventures a global startup accelerator and venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, California.</li> <li>The firm was founded in 2006 by Saeed Amidi, who is also the CEO of Plug and Play Tech Center, a startup incubator and co-working space.</li> <li>Plug and Play Ventures invests in early-stage startups across various industries, including fintech, healthtech, insurtech, and mobility, among others.</li> <li>The firm has a portfolio of over 1,200 companies, including notable successes like Dropbox, PayPal, and LendingClub.</li> <li>Plug and Play Ventures provides more than just funding to startups; it also offers mentorship, resources, and access to a vast network of corporate partners, investors, and mentors.</li> <li>The firm has a presence in over 35 locations globally, including in the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.</li> <li>Plug and Play Ventures typically invests between $25,000 and $500,000 in startups, with the potential for follow-on funding in later rounds.</li> <li>The firm is known for its industry-specific accelerator programs, which provide startups with tailored resources and connections to help them grow and succeed.</li> <li>Plug and Play Ventures is also actively involved in corporate innovation, working with established companies to help them stay competitive and innovative in the face of disruption.</li> <li>The firm has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, with initiatives like its Female Founders program and partnerships with organizations like Black Founders Matter.</li> </ul> Learn More About Silicon Valley in a Box <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikezayonc-supplychain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mike on LinkedIn</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/plug-and-play-tech-center/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Plug and Play on LinkedIn</a> <a href="https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Plug and Play Website</a> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plug-and-play-silicon-valley-june-summit-2023-tickets-538128345367?aff=Stephen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Plug and Play Silicon Valley June Summit 2023</a> The Logistics of Logistics Podcast <ul> <li>If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues.</li> <li>The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly90aGVsb2xwb2RjYXN0LmxpYnN5bi5jb20vcnNz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-logistics-of-logistics-podcast/id1409735368" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple</a>, <a href="https://www.thelogisticsoflogistics.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Castbox</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2R6BcnTSREZ7fOx9EIoI36?si=9SxorwsJTOicUq7hOEQaYQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/dancewaves/the-logistics-of-logistics" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>, <a href="https://player.fm/series/the-logistics-of-logistics-podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PlayerFM</a>, <a href="http://tun.in/pi548" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tunein</a>, <a href="https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/dtyrb-7364a/The-Logistics-of-Logistics-Podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podbean</a>, <a href="https://www.owltail.com/podcast/23776-The-Logistics-of-Logistics-Podcast/episodes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Owltail</a>, <a href="https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/thelolpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Libsyn</a>, <a href="https://overcast.fm/itunes1409735368/the-logistics-of-logistics-podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Overcast</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPVXYJLkj3mIceUYPIOedA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube</a></li> </ul>

Silicon Valley in a Box with Mike Zayonc

Mike Zayonc founded the Plug and Play supply chain and logistics innovation platform, the Sunnyvale, California-based platform has become the world's largest supply chain business accelerator. Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:How Plug and Play connects startups and corporates in the area of supply chain and logisticsCorporate network of 300 major multinationals worldwideCharacteristics of a strong start-up teamStartup culture – integrity, hard work, passion, and collaboration. Key to building a strong start-up teamSuccess case studiesFollow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Mike Zayonc founded the Plug and Play supply chain and logistics innovation platform, the Sunnyvale, California-based platform has become the world's largest supply chain business accelerator. Discover more details<a href="https://www.alcottglobal.com/?p=5807" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. Some of the highlights of the episode:<ul><li>How Plug and Play connects startups and corporates in the area of supply chain and logistics</li><li>Corporate network of 300 major multinationals worldwide</li><li>Characteristics of a strong start-up team</li><li>Startup culture – integrity, hard work, passion, and collaboration. </li><li>Key to building a strong start-up team</li><li>Success case studies</li></ul>Follow us on: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alcottglobal/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/AlcottGlobalSG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2WeulzX</a> Linkedin: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/alcottglobal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2w9YSQX</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/alcottglobalsg/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2HtryLd</a>

#64: Mike Zayonc Founder of Plug and Play

The supply chain &amp; logistics industry is in a unique position to either benefit from or be challenged by the disruptions that will inevitably come from new and emerging technologies. Is an industry that is hundreds of years old prepared to change with the times or does it risk becoming a casualty of a market that continues to evolve at breakneck speed? Mike Zayonc, Director of Plug and Play Supply Chain &amp; Logistics, joins us to talk about a new initiative that could help established companies connect with new technology to avoid getting left in the dust. FOR MORE ON PLUG AND PLAY SUPPLY CHAIN &amp; LOGISTICS: http://plugandplaytechcenter.com/supply-chain/ WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the 2017 Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: http://bit.ly/ILMagApp   http://bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle  Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/inboundlogistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   Visit us at www.inboundlogistics.com

The supply chain &amp; logistics industry is in a unique position to either benefit from or be challenged by the disruptions that will inevitably come from new and emerging technologies. Is an industry that is hundreds of years old prepared to change with the times or does it risk becoming a casualty of a market that continues to evolve at breakneck speed? Mike Zayonc, Director of Plug and Play Supply Chain &amp; Logistics, joins us to talk about a new initiative that could help established companies connect with new technology to avoid getting left in the dust. FOR MORE ON PLUG AND PLAY SUPPLY CHAIN &amp; LOGISTICS: <a href="http://plugandplaytechcenter.com/supply-chain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://plugandplaytechcenter.com/supply-chain/</a> WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the 2017 Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: <a href="https://t.co/S3cxt3LYke" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/ILMagApp </a> <a href="https://t.co/iGv9FsC084" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle </a> Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  <a href="https://twitter.com/ILMagPodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ILMagPodcast</a> Email me: <a href="mailto:podcast@inboundlogistics.com">podcast@inboundlogistics.com</a>   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/company/inboundlogistics" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.linkedin.com/company/inboundlogistics</a> Follow us on Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/ILMagazine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/ILMagazine</a> Like us on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics</a> Catch our latest videos on YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics</a>   Visit us at <a href="http://www.inboundlogistics.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.inboundlogistics.com</a>

IL Podcast 024: Is your supply chain business moving at the speed of technology or are you one of the companies getting left behind? Guest: Mike Zayonc, Director, Plug and Play Supply Chain & Logistics