Warehouse Tech, AI, and Community Building: Recapping Manifest 2026 with Kevin Lawton

In this episode, Dave sits down with Kevin Lawton, founder of The New Warehouse and a leading voice in logistics innovation. Filmed at Manifest 2026, this conversation delves deep into the real trends shaping entrepreneurship in logistics, warehouse technology, and business growth. Kevin Lawton shares practical insights for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and founders about adopting accessible tech solutions, maximizing existing resources, and embracing AI for efficiency rather than replacement. Discover how warehouse operators are expanding their capabilities without costly upgrades, and learn why peer-driven intelligence and community matter. Kevin Lawton introduces his new initiative, the Warehouse Innovators Community—a vendor-free, private space where operators connect over real experiences, emerging software, and strategies that work. If you’re an entrepreneur looking to stay ahead in supply chain management, logistics, or business automation, these actionable strategies and honest reflections from industry leaders can help you transform challenges into opportunities. From affordable tech implementation to leveraging AI for frontline hiring and operational improvement, this episode is packed with practical advice tailored for those building and scaling businesses in logistics and beyond. Subscribe for more expert interviews and actionable tactics you can apply today. Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinclawton/ Learn more about our episode sponsor EZDC 3PL: http://www.ezdc3pl.com #logistics #supplychain #manifest2026 #warehousing #ai #community