Kerim Kfuri - President and CEO of The Atlas Network

Welcome to another episode of the Business Leaders of America podcast. In this episode, I sit down with Kerim Kfuri, a seasoned global entrepreneur, supply chain strategist, and the President and CEO of The Atlas Network. With over 20 years of experience and more than $40 million in revenue generated in the last five years alone, Kerim has built a powerhouse in global mass production and logistics, offering full end-to-end solutions for companies around the world. We explore Kerim’s journey from a background in finance and regulatory compliance to founding multiple ventures, including The Atlas Network, The Global Crosswalk SaaS platform, and The Supply & Demand Show podcast. He also shares how he’s partnered with business leaders, including Shark Tank’s Daymond John, to bring innovative ideas to life. We dive into the biggest global supply chain risks companies face today, lessons learned from recent disruptions like COVID-19, and how AI and automation are reshaping the future of logistics. Kerim also shares powerful advice for entrepreneurs looking to break into the supply chain industry and why now is the perfect time to start. Notable Awards and Recognitions • President and CEO of The Atlas Network, a global supply chain solutions provider that has generated over $40 million in revenue in the last 5 years. • Founder and CEO of The Global Crosswalk, a SaaS platform for supply chain project lifecycle management • Author of the best-selling book Supply Chain – The Ups and Downs • Co-host of The Supply & Demand Show, a podcast featuring supply chain industry leaders • Partnered with Daymond John from Shark Tank • Recognized thought leader and educator in supply chain management who developed a 3-tier quality control system adopted by global production partners. How to connect with Gregory Vetter • https://kerimkfuri.com/ • https://supplychainupsanddowns.com/ • https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerimkfuri/ • https://www.instagram.com/kerimkfuri • https://theatlasnetwork.com/ Show Notes [1:38] Brief extended intro on how Kerim got to where he is today. [6:58] Bridging the cultural divide when doing business in other countries. [8:54] Kerim breaks down today’s biggest global supply chain risks, including tariffs, and how companies can stay agile and resilient through smarter sourcing and strategy. [18:47] Kerim shares key lessons businesses have learned from recent global supply chain disruptions, including COVID-19 and geopolitical tensions—and how those lessons are shaping future strategies. [21:06] A look at how AI and automation are transforming supply chain management and how Kerim helps companies harness these technologies to boost efficiency and fuel growth. [26:20] A key takeaway from his book Supply Chain – The Ups and Downs that every business leader should understand. [30:08] Kerim shares how listeners can connect with him, learn more about the Atlas Group, and tune into his podcast The Supply & Demand Show. [31:19] Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to break into the supply chain industry and why now is an ideal time to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices