Curious & Cuirky

Relax and unwind-Harley Davidson motorcycle-Supply Chain Management

Episode Summary

Curious & Cuirky, crafted by Caltech, is an engaging monthly Zoom series bringing curious thought leaders from Caltech Executive Education together to share fresh insights on the hottest and most innovative news in the business world. In these fascinating round-table webinars, our education experts present emerging ideas on compelling business topics in lightning talks of 5-10 minutes each. Then in an open discussion, they expand on their topics, inviting questions from attendees. Always interesting, always "cuirky" and curious. You'll walk away with a unique perspective on how to manage business challenges and stimulate your creativity. You won't want to miss it! Here's what we'll be talking about... Relax and unwind Relaaaax! August 15th is National Relaxation Day. In Bryan Mattimore’s new book, Genius at Your Side, Solving Everyday Problems with Help from History’s Greats, our great coach, Walt Whitman, gives us advice on how to stop rushing through life: "loafe at ease, observing a spear of summer grass." Harley Davidson motorcycle Born to Be Wild From Tattoos to Turnaround: Harley-Davidson was once the ultimate symbol of brand devotion—customers even tattooed their logo on their bodies! But the brand has drifted from its core identity, illustrating the cost of losing strategic focus and customer alignment. Supply Chain Management Getting it Right McMurdo Station is America’s Antarctic research station located on the southern tip of Ross Island. Its remote location and harsh climate demand exceptional supply chain management. Global supply chains that cannot fail may learn valuable lessons from this science outpost.