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		<title>Lucía López: a career built on learning, proving, and starting over</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>For years, the scene repeated itself over and over. Clients waited for the company engineer. When Lucía López walked through the door, surprise was inevitable. &#8220;Where is the engineer?&#8221; they asked. She was the engineer. That reaction, which was commonplace for a long time in a male-dominated industry, ended up becoming one of the many [&#8230;]</p>
<p>El cargo <a href="https://t21.us/lucia-lopez-a-career-built-on-learning-proving-and-starting-over/">Lucía López: a career built on learning, proving, and starting over</a> apareció primero en <a href="https://t21.us">T21</a>.</p>
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<p data-start="259" data-end="443"><span dir="auto">For years, the scene repeated itself over and over. Clients waited for the company engineer. When Lucía López walked through the door, surprise was inevitable.</span></p>
<p data-start="448" data-end="488"><span dir="auto">&#8220;Where is the engineer?&#8221; they asked.</span></p>
<p data-start="493" data-end="515"><span dir="auto">She was the engineer.</span></p>
<p data-start="520" data-end="927"><span dir="auto">That reaction, which was commonplace for a long time in a male-dominated industry, ended up becoming one of the many challenges that would mark a nearly three-decade career at </span><a href="https://www.cummins.com/es-la"><span dir="auto">Cummins</span></a><span dir="auto"> . Today, Lucía López is the commercial director for the automotive engine business and is one of </span><a href="https://t21.com.mx/revista-t21-julio-2026/"><strong data-start="836" data-end="888"><span dir="auto">T21&#8217;s 100 Women in Transport and Logistics</span></strong></a><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p data-start="807" data-end="842"><span dir="auto">But the journey began long before that.</span></p>
<p data-start="844" data-end="1303"><span dir="auto">When he decided to study industrial engineering, the response at home was almost immediate. His father was a doctor and, as was the case in many families more than 30 years ago, engineering was still seen as a male profession.</span></p>
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<p data-start="844" data-end="1303"><span dir="auto">“Why don’t you study medicine? That’s not a career for women,” she recalled being told. However, it was also her father who ultimately gave her the support and encouragement to pursue the path she truly wanted.</span></p>
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<p data-start="1305" data-end="1351"><span dir="auto">That decision would mark the rest of his life.</span></p>
<p data-start="1353" data-end="1820"><span dir="auto">He joined </span><strong><span dir="auto">Cummins</span></strong><span dir="auto"> as an intern and never imagined that, </span><strong><span dir="auto">27 years later</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , he would still be building his career within the same company. Moreover, he did so by working in virtually every business area of ​​the company: manufacturing, power generation, field testing, technical sales, off-highway applications, </span><em><span dir="auto">aftermarket</span></em><span dir="auto"> , marketing and communications, eventually reaching the commercial management position for the automotive engine business.</span></p>
<p data-start="1822" data-end="1906"><span dir="auto">His story is not made up of consecutive promotions, but of </span><strong><span dir="auto">constant learning</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p data-start="1908" data-end="2556"><span dir="auto">At the plant, he learned how </span><strong><span dir="auto">engines worked, starting with their individual components</span></strong><span dir="auto"> . Later, he had the opportunity to participate in a power generation project in Zacatecas, where he spent a year and a half working with an all-male team.</span></p>
<p data-start="1908" data-end="2556"><span dir="auto">There he learned maintenance, operation, service, and administration of a power plant that supplied electricity to the </span><a href="https://www.cfe.gob.mx/Pages/default.aspx"><span dir="auto">Federal Electricity Commission (CFE)</span></a><span dir="auto"> . Later came field tests, certifications as a diesel technician, and hundreds of kilometers traveled alongside operators to understand engine behavior under real-world conditions.</span></p>
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<p data-start="2558" data-end="2622"><span dir="auto">“I’ve always liked understanding how things work,” he emphasized.</span></p>
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<p data-start="2624" data-end="3014"><span dir="auto">That curiosity eventually led her to technical sales, a field where she discovered she could </span><strong><span dir="auto">combine her </span></strong><strong><span dir="auto">engineering knowledge with another of her great strengths: working with people</span></strong><span dir="auto"> . It was then that she understood the business wasn&#8217;t just about selling an engine, but about finding the right solution for each application.</span></p>
<p data-start="3016" data-end="3141"><span dir="auto">However, growing within the organization meant facing challenges that went far beyond learning a new business.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3143" data-end="3564"><span dir="auto">In her early years, it was common for clients to arrive expecting to meet the Cummins engineer and be surprised to see her. One such incident occurred during a negotiation in Brazil, when a Korean client refused to discuss the matter with her solely because she was a woman and requested that a man be sent instead. Far from discouraging her, experiences like this reinforced a conviction that has guided her throughout her career: each new challenge meant proving once again that knowledge, preparation, and leadership are not dependent on gender.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3566" data-end="3648"><span dir="auto">Over time he understood that every change of position meant starting over.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3650" data-end="4151"><span dir="auto">“It was about demonstrating, once again, that I knew what I was talking about,” he commented.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3650" data-end="4151"><span dir="auto">Even though she had been with the company for years, each new position meant rebuilding the trust of those who didn&#8217;t know her. While others arrived with the backing of their position, she felt she first had to prove her abilities. That experience, she acknowledged, strengthened her character and forced her to develop an emotional intelligence that she now considers essential for any leader.</span></p>
<p data-start="3650" data-end="4151"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="wp-image-678565 size-full aligncenter" src="https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/251114_Cummins2.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px" srcset="https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/251114_Cummins2.jpg 1170w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/251114_Cummins2-300x179.jpg 300w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/251114_Cummins2-1024x613.jpg 1024w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/251114_Cummins2-768x459.jpg 768w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/251114_Cummins2-600x359.jpg 600w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/251114_Cummins2-150x90.jpg 150w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/251114_Cummins2-750x449.jpg 750w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/251114_Cummins2-1140x682.jpg 1140w" alt="" width="1170" height="700" data-pin-no-hover="true" /></p>
<p data-start="4153" data-end="4238"><span dir="auto">During that journey, </span><strong><span dir="auto">people also appeared who influenced his professional development</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p data-start="4240" data-end="4696"><span dir="auto">She speaks with particular gratitude of those who believed in her when she was just starting out, those who pushed her to step outside her comfort zone, and those who encouraged her to take on increasingly greater responsibilities. Thanks to these mentors at </span><strong><span dir="auto">Cummins</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , she went from leading operations in Mexico to managing businesses across Latin America, coordinating teams in countries with completely different cultures, markets, and ways of doing business.</span></p>
<p data-start="4698" data-end="4814"><span dir="auto">One of his most memorable moments was when he accepted the position of head of the off-road business for Latin America. In a matter of months, he went from managing a </span><strong><span dir="auto">two- to three-million-dollar operation to leading a 50-million-dollar business</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , with teams distributed across various countries.</span></p>
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<p data-start="5102" data-end="5133"><span dir="auto">“It was learn or die,” he summarized.</span></p>
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<p data-start="5135" data-end="5385"><span dir="auto">That experience not only taught her how to run a business; it also forced her to learn how to </span><strong><span dir="auto">work with people who thought differently</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , lived in other contexts, and faced completely different realities.</span></p>
<p data-start="5387" data-end="5484"><em><span dir="auto">The second major turning point came when it took over the aftermarket</span></em><span dir="auto"> filtration business .</span></p>
<h4 data-start="5387" data-end="5484"><strong><span dir="auto">Leading through people</span></strong></h4>
<p data-start="5486" data-end="6062"><span dir="auto">Although </span><strong><span dir="auto">he knew engines inside and out</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , he admitted he knew very little about filters. To further complicate matters, the manager he was to work with passed away unexpectedly before he even started. He found a team reeling from grief and without a clear transition plan. More than just managing a business, he had to rebuild people&#8217;s trust, support them through a difficult time, and rebuild a cohesive team. Five years later, the department had not only gotten back on track but had also improved its performance.</span></p>
<p data-start="6064" data-end="6151"><span dir="auto">All those experiences ended up shaping the way he understands leadership today.</span></p>
<p data-start="6153" data-end="6449"><span dir="auto">He doesn&#8217;t believe in </span><em><span dir="auto">micromanagement</span></em><span dir="auto"> . He prefers to set goals, remove obstacles, and allow people to find their own path to achieving them. He also makes an effort to understand the aspirations of his team members to help them develop the skills they will need in the future.</span></p>
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<p data-start="6451" data-end="6588"><span dir="auto">“If I had people who believed in me, I want to do the same for others,” he explained.</span></p>
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<p data-start="6590" data-end="6642"><span dir="auto">His other conviction has to do with information.</span></p>
<p data-start="6644" data-end="7285"><strong><span dir="auto">Before making a decision, she needs data</span></strong><span dir="auto"> . She likes to research, analyze, and understand the context. She&#8217;s convinced that the best decisions come from knowledge, not assumptions. This discipline is also part of her daily life. Her days usually begin around 6:30 in the morning, and when she travels, she often ends up answering emails past midnight. She can&#8217;t stand leaving messages unread and always tries to keep up with her work, without neglecting time for her family, her husband, her friends, and activities like exercising or going to the movies.</span></p>
<p data-start="7287" data-end="7385"><span dir="auto">When asked how she would like to be remembered, she doesn&#8217;t talk about positions, sales, or results. She talks about people.</span></p>
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<p data-start="7407" data-end="7682"><span dir="auto">She would like to be remembered as someone happy, curious, capable of helping others grow, and loyal to those who have shared her journey. And if she had to summarize her story in a single word, she wouldn&#8217;t hesitate to answer: </span><strong data-start="7624" data-end="7641"><span dir="auto">perseverance</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
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<p data-start="7684" data-end="7742"><span dir="auto">Perhaps that is the word that best explains his career.</span></p>
<p data-start="7744" data-end="7893"><span dir="auto">Because behind every job change, every challenge, and every new business, there was the same decision: to learn, to prove myself again, and to move forward.</span></p>
<p data-start="7895" data-end="8281" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span dir="auto">A philosophy that not only led her to manage one of Cummins&#8217; most important businesses in Mexico, but also to become one of </span><strong data-start="8039" data-end="8091"><span dir="auto">T21&#8217;s 100 Women in Transportation and Logistics</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , a recognition that distinguishes the leaders who, with their work and example, contribute to transforming an industry that for years was reserved almost exclusively for men.</span></p>
<p data-start="7895" data-end="8281" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span dir="auto">Comment and follow us on LinkedIn:  </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/greily-karina-quintero-quintero-7b79a5121/"><span dir="auto">@Karina Quintero</span></a><span dir="auto">  /  </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/t21-grupo-comunicai-n-y-medios/"><span dir="auto">@GrupoT21</span></a></p>
<p>El cargo <a href="https://t21.us/lucia-lopez-a-career-built-on-learning-proving-and-starting-over/">Lucía López: a career built on learning, proving, and starting over</a> apareció primero en <a href="https://t21.us">T21</a>.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Artificial intelligence (AI), digitalization, and generational change are transforming logistics, but the real challenge for organizations no longer lies solely in adopting new technologies, but in developing leaders capable of connecting people, developing talent, and building more collaborative supply chains. Under this premise, the panel “The chain is also led differently” was developed , held during the 100 [&#8230;]</p>
<p>El cargo <a href="https://t21.us/female-leadership-in-logistics-evolves-in-step-with-technology-and-talent/">Female leadership in logistics evolves in step with technology and talent</a> apareció primero en <a href="https://t21.us">T21</a>.</p>
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<p data-start="0" data-end="357"><span dir="auto">Artificial intelligence (AI), digitalization, and generational change are transforming logistics, but the real challenge for organizations no longer lies solely in adopting new technologies, but in developing leaders capable of connecting people, developing talent, and building more collaborative supply chains.</span></p>
<p data-start="359" data-end="736"><strong data-start="400" data-end="442"><span dir="auto">Under this premise, the panel “The chain is also led differently”</span></strong><span dir="auto"> was developed , held during the </span><strong data-start="472" data-end="522"><span dir="auto">100 Women of Transport and Logistics 2026</span></strong><span dir="auto"> event , organized by Grupo T21, where specialists agreed that leadership is evolving towards a model where influence, collaboration and the human factor are as relevant as technological innovation.</span></p>
<p data-start="1219" data-end="1548"><span dir="auto">Moderated by Ana Laura Salazar Tello, Head of Intermodal Maritime at </span><a href="https://www.cpkcr.com/es"><span dir="auto">CPKC Mexico</span></a><span dir="auto"> , the panel brought together María Lourdes Casal, VP Supply Chain Mexico at </span><a href="https://www.mondelezinternational.com/mexico/"><span dir="auto">Mondelēz International</span></a><span dir="auto"> ; Brendali López, Marketing Director at </span><a href="https://www.samsara.com/mx"><span dir="auto">Samsara</span></a><span dir="auto"> ; and Alix Cruz, Director of Technology and Innovation at </span><a href="https://www.ferrovalle.com.mx/ferrovalle/"><span dir="auto">Ferrovalle</span></a><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p data-start="1069" data-end="1485"><span dir="auto">One of the first topics addressed was the </span><strong><span dir="auto">need to strengthen collaboration among all actors in the supply chain</span></strong><span dir="auto"> . The panelists pointed out that operations are no longer dependent on a single company, but have become ecosystems where manufacturers, carriers, technology providers, insurers, and customers must share information to respond to an increasingly complex environment.</span></p>
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<p data-start="1487" data-end="1816"><span dir="auto">In that regard, Brendali López stated that </span><strong data-start="1530" data-end="1603"><span dir="auto">“a single company rarely solves a complex problem on its own</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .” She explained that today, the resilience of supply chains depends on the ability to build collaborative networks that allow for jointly addressing challenges.</span></p>
<p data-start="1818" data-end="2122"><span dir="auto">This vision must also be transferred within organizations, where logistics and supply chain areas can no longer be seen solely as operational functions, but as an integral part of the business to meet the company&#8217;s objectives, said María Lourdes Casal.</span></p>
<p data-start="2124" data-end="2490"><span dir="auto">Another key topic of discussion was the </span><strong><span dir="auto">advancement of AI</span></strong><span dir="auto"> and its impact on decision-making. While acknowledging that these tools streamline processes, analyze large volumes of information, and increase organizational responsiveness, they emphasized that sound judgment will remain a </span><strong><span dir="auto">human responsibility</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
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<p data-start="2492" data-end="2816"><span dir="auto">“AI answers questions, but it is the leaders who ask the right questions,” Brendali López pointed out. She emphasized that these tools should enhance analytical capabilities and response speed, but never replace the judgment of those who lead organizations.</span></p>
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<p data-start="2818" data-end="3192"><span dir="auto">Along the same lines, Alix Cruz explained that the main challenge for companies is not the technology itself, but rather the organizational culture needed to adopt it. She considered it essential to create environments where people can experiment with new tools without fear of making mistakes, and to provide special support to those facing these changes with greater uncertainty.</span></p>
<p data-start="3194" data-end="3488"><span dir="auto">The experts agreed that this technological transformation also requires </span><strong><span dir="auto">redefining leadership</span></strong><span dir="auto"> . Rather than concentrating knowledge or having all the answers, leaders must create spaces where teams can collaborate, learn, and develop solutions together.</span></p>
<p data-start="3490" data-end="3877"><span dir="auto">For María Lourdes Casal, current leadership involves assuming a different role within organizations.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3490" data-end="3877"><strong data-start="3599" data-end="3680"><span dir="auto">“Today, leading differently would mean being bridge builders or enablers</span></strong><span dir="auto"> ,” he stated.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3490" data-end="3877"><span dir="auto">He commented that the role of managers is to create the conditions for people to find solutions and develop their potential.</span></p>
<p data-start="3879" data-end="4210"><span dir="auto">The conversation also touched on talent. The panelists indicated that attracting and retaining employees is one of the biggest challenges for companies, particularly among younger generations who seek organizations where they can develop professionally, contribute ideas, and find purpose.</span></p>
<p data-start="4212" data-end="4525"><span dir="auto">Casal explained that Mondelēz Mexico&#8217;s </span><strong><span dir="auto">supply chain</span></strong><span dir="auto"> includes around </span><strong data-start="4294" data-end="4317"><span dir="auto">six thousand employees</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , which requires generating mechanisms that allow listening to their needs and creating spaces to promote their professional development.</span></p>
<p data-start="4527" data-end="5007"><span dir="auto">As an example, Alix Cruz shared the experience of Ferrovalle, where they implemented a </span><strong data-start="4618" data-end="4631"><span dir="auto">Pitch Day</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , an exercise aimed primarily at young collaborators to present proposals focused on solving real challenges of railway operation.</span></p>
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<p data-start="4527" data-end="5007"><span dir="auto">Through mentoring, teams receive support to strengthen their projects and demonstrate that their ideas can become initiatives with an impact on the organization.</span></p>
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<p data-start="5009" data-end="5239"><span dir="auto">These types of initiatives allow new generations to feel heard, understand the purpose of their work, and find greater opportunities for growth within companies.</span></p>
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<p data-start="5241" data-end="5629"><span dir="auto">During the question and answer session, they also reflected on </span><strong><span dir="auto">female leadership</span></strong><span dir="auto"> in an industry that has historically been dominated by men. While acknowledging the progress made in recent years, they agreed that the next step is for the presence of women in leadership positions to cease being an exception and become commonplace.</span></p>
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<p data-start="5631" data-end="5884"><span dir="auto">According to the 2024 Annual Transportation Survey (EAT) by the  </span><a href="https://www.inegi.org.mx/"><span dir="auto">National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi)</span></a><span dir="auto"> , the percentage of women working in the transportation sector and related services in Mexico </span><strong><span dir="auto">increased from 20.8% in 2023 to 21.4% in 2024</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , reflecting progress, although still incipient.</span></p>
<p data-start="5631" data-end="5884"><span dir="auto">In that sense, they called for </span><strong><span dir="auto">strengthening support networks among women</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , sharing experiences, opening opportunities for new generations, and exercising leadership that promotes the growth of other profiles within organizations.</span></p>
<p data-start="5886" data-end="6097" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span dir="auto">They concluded that the greatest legacy will be to pave the way so that, in the future, talking about female leadership will no longer be a topic of discussion, but a reality fully integrated into the logistics industry.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Comment and follow us on LinkedIn:  </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/greily-karina-quintero-quintero-7b79a5121/"><span dir="auto">@Karina Quintero</span></a><span dir="auto">  /  </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/t21-grupo-comunicai-n-y-medios/"><span dir="auto">@GrupoT21</span></a></p>
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		<title>Women drive innovation and leadership in the logistics industry: Geotab</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:42:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the logistics industry, historically dominated by men, female participation has become a key driver of transformation , as highlighted by Jonnathan Solís, Business Development Director of Geotab . In that regard, she emphasized that women&#8217;s talent has not only strengthened the company&#8217;s internal structure, but has also contributed to redefining how solutions are developed within the telematics and mobility sector . [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">In the logistics industry, historically dominated by men, </span><strong><span dir="auto">female participation has become a key driver of transformation</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , as highlighted by </span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">Jonnathan Solís, Business Development Director of </span></span><a href="https://www.geotab.com/es-latam/"><span class="s3"><span dir="auto">Geotab</span></span></a><span class="s1"><span dir="auto"> .</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">In that regard, she emphasized that women&#8217;s talent has not only strengthened the company&#8217;s internal structure, but has also contributed to redefining </span><strong><span dir="auto">how solutions are developed within the telematics and mobility sector</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">The company, of Canadian origin and with more than 25 years of experience, has integrated a strong female influence since its beginnings.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“Women are a fundamental part of Geotab’s DNA,” Solís stated.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">He recalled that both the founder&#8217;s family and current leaders have promoted this vision over time.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Today, this culture is reflected in a </span><strong><span dir="auto">high participation of women at management levels</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , including vice-presidential positions leading key areas of the business in markets such as the United States and Latin America.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Furthermore, Geotab has sought to highlight female talent beyond the corporate environment, and for Solís, the inclusion of women has had a direct impact on innovation.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“Women bring a different perspective that has allowed us to develop solutions that we didn’t see before,” she explained.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">This approach has been especially relevant in the development of more operator-centric products and in building more comprehensive ecosystems within the company&#8217;s technology platform.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">However, she acknowledged that significant challenges remain in achieving greater representation of women in leadership positions within the industry. More than structural barriers, she noted, there are persistent paradigms that need to be broken.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“There is a perception that women are more &#8216;soft&#8217;, but the reality is different; they are extremely strategic, brave, and results-oriented,” she emphasized.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">In this context, various initiatives have been implemented </span><strong><span dir="auto">to promote diversity and inclusion</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , including professional development programs, policies of respect and equality, as well as schemes that promote work-life balance, especially for women seeking to combine their professional growth with motherhood.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Looking ahead, Solís believes that progress towards a more equitable industry does not depend on a single actor.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“It is a joint effort between companies, society and government,” he noted.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Their vision is clear: to create an environment where men and women can fully develop, without prejudice, and where talent is the main driver of growth.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“We need more women in leadership positions. They are not only welcome, they are necessary,” she emphasized.</span></span></p>
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		<title>The third Women Leaders in the Transportation Sector Forum is being prepared; it seeks to highlight the role of women in the industry.</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Representatives of the Women Leaders of the Transportation Industry initiative announced the third forum of this event, a space that seeks to promote female leadership within an industry that is key to the national economy. The meeting will take place on September 10 at the Hotel Marquis Reforma in Mexico City, with an agenda that will include conferences, dialogue panels, specialized [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span dir="auto">Representatives of the </span><a href="https://www.mujereslideresdelautotransporte.com/"><span dir="auto">Women Leaders of the Transportation Industry</span></a><span dir="auto"> initiative announced the third forum of this event, a space that seeks </span><strong><span dir="auto">to promote female leadership</span></strong><span dir="auto"> within an industry that is key to the national economy.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The meeting will take place on </span><strong><span dir="auto">September 10</span></strong><span dir="auto"> at the Hotel Marquis Reforma in Mexico City, with an agenda that will include conferences, dialogue panels, specialized workshops and the second edition of the awards that recognize outstanding women in the sector.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">During the presentation of the event, </span><strong><span dir="auto">Arlette Casco</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , founder of the initiative, highlighted that the project has been consolidating itself in recent years as a platform to make visible the role of women in transportation and strengthen their participation in leadership positions.</span><span dir="auto">The goal, he explained, is to create a strategic space for inspiration, training, and </span><em><span dir="auto">networking</span></em><span dir="auto"> that fosters collaboration within the industry.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In that regard, she emphasized that the forum&#8217;s growth reflects a greater female presence in the sector.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The first edition had </span><strong><span dir="auto">163 women</span></strong><span dir="auto"> participants , while the second edition had </span><strong><span dir="auto">273 attendees</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , so the challenge for this year is to bring together </span><strong><span dir="auto">320 participants</span></strong><span dir="auto"> from different areas of transport and logistics.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The day will include conferences focused on professional development and leadership within the sector. Highlights include a talk on </span><strong><span dir="auto">personal branding</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , given by Irma Soto, Director of Marketing and Strategic Communication at Apymsa, as well as a panel discussion on </span><strong><span dir="auto">women in leadership in transportation</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , where female executives from different segments will share their experiences and the challenges they face in the industry.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">As part of this year&#8217;s new features, the program will include </span><strong><span dir="auto">four specialized workshops</span></strong><span dir="auto"> designed to strengthen professional skills in key areas of the trucking industry: legal and regulatory matters, business strategies, new technologies, and maintenance and service. These workshops aim to provide practical tools for those involved in decision-making within companies in the sector.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The event will also host the </span><strong><span dir="auto">second annual Women Leaders in Transportation (MLA) Awards</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , which will recognize the achievements and contributions of women in various sectors of the industry. Categories include awards such as </span><strong><span dir="auto">Woman Leader, Professional Woman, Breakthrough Woman, and Logistics Woman</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">The committee in charge of evaluating the applications will be made up of representatives from the transport sector, industry organizations and specialized media.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">During the presentation, the addition of </span><strong><span dir="auto">Eva Guerrero, Irma Herrera, and Claudia Sánchez</span></strong><span dir="auto"> as new partners of the Women Leaders of the Transportation project was also announced, with the aim of strengthening the development of the initiative and expanding its reach within the industry.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">At the close of the announcement, Augusto Ramos, president of the </span><a href="https://canacar.com.mx/"><span dir="auto">National Chamber of Freight Transportation (Canacar)</span></a><span dir="auto"> , highlighted the importance of promoting spaces that allow for the visibility of the role of women within freight transportation and strengthen their participation in the growth of the sector.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">With this third edition, the forum seeks to consolidate itself as a meeting point for women involved in transport and logistics, promoting training, the exchange of experiences and the building of professional networks within an industry that continues to transform.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Women&#8217;s leadership in logistics is progressing, although it still faces representation gaps, stereotypes and cultural challenges in a sector historically dominated by men, as pointed out by specialists during the webinar Women&#8217;s Leadership in Logistics , organized by #SoyLogístico Association . During the meeting, the panelists shared experiences about their professional careers, the challenges women face in the industry , and the [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Women&#8217;s leadership in logistics is progressing, although it still faces representation gaps, stereotypes and cultural challenges in a sector historically dominated by men, as pointed out by specialists during the </span><em><span dir="auto">webinar </span></em></span><strong><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">Women&#8217;s Leadership in Logistics</span></span></strong><span class="s1"><span dir="auto"> , organized by </span></span><a href="https://www.soylogistico.org.mx/"><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">#SoyLogístico Association</span></span></a><span class="s1"><span dir="auto"> .</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">During the meeting, the panelists shared experiences about their professional careers, the </span><strong><span dir="auto">challenges women face in the industry</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , and the skills needed to lead increasingly complex supply chains.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">Fabiola Rincón </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">, Perform &amp; Transform Operations at </span><a href="https://www.danone.com.mx/"><span dir="auto">Danone Mexico</span></a><span dir="auto"> , contextualized the discussion with figures on the presence of women in executive positions. According to data cited during the </span><em><span dir="auto">webinar</span></em><span dir="auto"> , only </span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">8% of Chief Operating Officer (COO) positions in the leading companies of the S&amp;P 500 Index are held by women </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">, while in Latin America the figure reaches </span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">29 </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">%.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">These statistics reflect that, although there has been progress, female participation at the highest levels of leadership remains limited.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">The moderator emphasized that diversity in management teams is not only a matter of fairness, but also of organizational performance. Studies show that </span><strong><span dir="auto">diverse teams tend to improve the quality of decisions, strengthen corporate governance, and contribute to sustainability goals</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , including those related to gender equality.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">The panelists agreed that many careers in logistics begin unexpectedly.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">Brenda Hernández </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">, Senior Director of Logistics for Latin America at </span><a href="https://shop.mattel.com/es-mx"><span dir="auto">Mattel</span></a><span dir="auto"> , recounted that her interest arose while she was studying international trade during the </span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) era </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">. After exploring different areas, from customs to the sale of logistics services, she found logistics to be a dynamic field where every day involves solving new challenges.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“For me, logistics is about solving a challenge every day with different circumstances,” he said.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">In contrast, </span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">Karina Arenas </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">, Supply Chain Planning &amp; Execution Director at </span><a href="https://www.se.com/mx/es/"><span dir="auto">Schneider Electric</span></a><span dir="auto"> , came to the sector by chance. Trained in industrial design, she began her career in manufacturing at Procter &amp; Gamble and, almost two decades later, discovered that the </span><strong><span dir="auto">supply chain</span></strong><span dir="auto"> was the space where she could apply skills in analysis, process design, and customer focus.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“A well-designed </span><em><span dir="auto">supply chain</span></em><span dir="auto"> connects all the players in the business. Often, you don&#8217;t notice when it&#8217;s working well, but the day it&#8217;s not there, everyone notices,” he commented.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">Laura Galdeano </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">, Primary Logistics Manager at C&amp;P in the Danone Group, explained that her connection to logistics has family roots. Although she initially focused on purchasing, today she recognizes the strategic role that logistics plays in the consumer experience, financial performance, and sustainability goals of companies.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">One of the recurring themes was the importance of </span><strong><span dir="auto">authenticity in environments where historically masculine leadership styles have predominated</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Hernández recalled that, at the beginning of her career, she tried to replicate behaviors she observed in other leaders, but discovered that doing so distanced her from her own way of working.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“When I decided to be myself and stop trying to fit into a mold, I felt free and was able to strengthen my own skills,” she explained.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Arenas emphasized that the lack of </span></span><span dir="auto"><span class="s2">female </span></span><span class="s2"><em><span dir="auto">role models</span></em></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto"> has been one of the most significant barriers in the industry. Without visible role models, many women feel they must adopt leadership styles that don&#8217;t necessarily reflect their strengths.  </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Therefore, she believes that spaces like this </span><em><span dir="auto">webinar</span></em><span dir="auto"> are important for showcasing diverse career paths and demonstrating that there are multiple ways to lead.</span></span></p>
<h4 class="p1"><strong><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">Human skills become more important</span></span></strong></h4>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">The participants also highlighted that, in an environment marked by digitalization and the advancement of artificial intelligence, human skills acquire greater value.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Among the key skills they mentioned were </span></span><span dir="auto"><span class="s2"><strong>strategic communication</strong></span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto"> , </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">to give visibility to one&#8217;s own and the team&#8217;s work </span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">; </span><em><strong><span dir="auto">networking</span></strong></em></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto"> , fundamental in a discipline that connects multiple actors in the supply chain </span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">; </span><strong><span dir="auto">in-depth knowledge of the operation</span></strong></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto"> , even at management levels </span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">; and </span><strong><span dir="auto">resilience and tolerance for frustration</span></strong></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto"> , indispensable in a sector characterized by uncertainty.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Arenas emphasized that learning to communicate achievements and results is especially important.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“No one is going to come and ask you what you did right. You have to learn to communicate the value you are generating,” he said.</span></span></p>
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<h4 class="p1"><strong><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">Logistics: From Operational Function to Strategic Role</span></span></strong></h4>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Another point of agreement was the evolution of logistics within organizations.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">Brenda Hernández pointed out that the function has gone from being primarily operational to becoming a strategic area that influences decisions about plant location, sustainability, costs and taxes.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“Logistics is taking on a much more proactive role within organizations,” he stated.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">In the coming years, the panelists anticipate that the industry will be marked by trends such as </span></span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">the </span><strong><span dir="auto">automation and digitization of processes</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , greater visibility of real-time data, integration of planning and optimization technologies; and sustainability as the central focus of the business.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">On this last point, </span><span class="s2"><span dir="auto">Karina Arenas</span></span><span dir="auto"> highlighted that sustainability will cease to be a differentiator and will become a requirement for operational continuity.</span></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">The panelists agreed that </span><strong><span dir="auto">logistics offers</span></strong><span dir="auto"> broad career opportunities for new generations.  </span></span><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">The supply chain allows for the development of financial, commercial, technological, and leadership skills, as well as providing a comprehensive view of the business.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">“It’s a career where no two days are ever the same,” Arenas emphasized.</span></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span dir="auto">For young women interested in the sector, the message was that choosing logistics involves </span><strong><span dir="auto">facing constant challenges</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , but also participating in one of the functions that generates the most value within organizations.</span></span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">According to the </span><a href="https://www.ilo.org/es"><span dir="auto">International Labour Organization (ILO)</span></a><span dir="auto"> , women make up approximately 24% of the workforce in the logistics sector globally, which, although it represents progress, still reflects a significant gap in the industry.</span></p>
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		<title>Coahuila strengthens its automotive cluster with regional vision and local talent</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 21:39:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Coahuila Automotive Industry Cluster (CIAC) was not born with the strength of other similar organizations in Mexico; for years, it operated as an extension of that of Nuevo León, without its own structure, and it was only six years ago that it was formally established and began to chart its own course, according to its president, Lourdes [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span>The </span><a href="https://ciac.mx/"><strong><span>Coahuila Automotive Industry Cluster (CIAC)</span></strong> </a><span>was not born with the strength of other similar organizations in Mexico; for years, it operated as an extension of that of Nuevo León, without its own structure, and it was only six years ago that it was formally established and began to chart its own course, according to its president, </span><strong><span>Lourdes (Lulú) Cobos</span></strong><span> .</span></p>
<p><span>Today, the cluster is working to consolidate itself as an industrial hub with its own identity, more affiliated companies, and a stronger network of </span><strong><span>academic collaboration</span></strong><span> .</span></p>
<p><span>With 60 member companies, the organization represents nearly 110,000 jobs in the state. Still, its president believes its potential is far from exhausted. Upon her arrival in January 2025, the priority is to attract more companies from the region, both manufacturers and suppliers, and to professionalize the internal committees that address technical, strategic, and </span><strong><span>university outreach</span></strong><span> issues .</span></p>
<p><span>One of the central pillars is strengthening relations with </span><strong><span>universities in Coahuila</span></strong><span> . The cluster&#8217;s council, which includes rectors from key institutions, promotes </span><strong><span>dual training</span></strong><span> models and provides feedback on educational programs based on the needs of companies.</span></p>
<p><span>This collaboration allowed for the updating of technical and administrative careers, integrating topics such as </span><strong><span>electromobility</span></strong><span> , </span><strong><span>foreign trade </span></strong><strong><span>and finance</span></strong><span> .</span></p>
<p><span>The president </span><strong><span>(the first woman to lead the cluster)</span></strong><span> gave new impetus to the organization&#8217;s vision for the future. Her appointment was supported by a predominantly male board, which championed leadership with a different perspective, focused on inclusion and collaborative work.</span></p>
<figure id="attachment_652785" class="wp-caption alignnone" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-652785"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-652785 size-full" src="https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Diseno-sin-titulo-6.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px" srcset="https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Diseno-sin-titulo-6.jpg 1170w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Diseno-sin-titulo-6-300x179.jpg 300w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Diseno-sin-titulo-6-1024x613.jpg 1024w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Diseno-sin-titulo-6-768x459.jpg 768w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Diseno-sin-titulo-6-600x359.jpg 600w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Diseno-sin-titulo-6-150x90.jpg 150w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Diseno-sin-titulo-6-750x449.jpg 750w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Diseno-sin-titulo-6-1140x682.jpg 1140w" alt="" width="1170" height="700" data-pin-no-hover="true" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-652785" class="wp-caption-text"><span>Lourdes (Lulú) Cobos, president of CIAC.</span></figcaption></figure>
<p><span>From their perspective, the growth of </span><strong><span>electromobility in Mexico</span></strong><span> continues, albeit at a slower pace than projected years ago. The cluster&#8217;s commitment is not limited to electrification, but to a broader goal: </span><strong><span>the </span></strong><strong><span>decarbonization of the automotive industry</span></strong><span> .</span></p>
<p><span>For Cobos, this must be a shared goal for the entire manufacturing community, both for environmental sustainability and corporate responsibility.</span></p>
<p><span>In addition to industrial development, the director seeks to pave the way for more women within the sector. She believed her role could inspire other female managers, directors, and academics to get involved in similar organizations.</span></p>
<p><span>More than a challenge, he sees it as an opportunity to demonstrate that teamwork and </span><strong><span>diversity in the automotive industry</span></strong><span> strengthen any collective project.</span></p>
<p><span>Cobos &#8216;s term </span><strong><span>as head of Coahuila&#8217;s automotive cluster</span></strong><span> is two years. Although the road is still long, the foundation has been laid: more active committees, closer academic relationships, and a clear growth strategy to position </span><strong><span>Coahuila as a leading automotive industry</span></strong><span> , not only as an export powerhouse, but also as a community with its own voice.</span></p>
<p><span>With the foundations now laid, the challenge now will be to sustain growth, maintain collaboration between industry and academia, and make the cluster a meeting point for strategic decisions in the sector. From Coahuila, the automotive industry seeks to increase its production and build community.</span></p>
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		<title>CLG: logistics with purpose and proximity</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 19:09:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Coral Lorenzo Gómez , CEO of Grupo Logístico CLG , didn&#8217;t inherit a fleet or grow up among warehouses. She comes from a family of teachers, and her first contact with the supply chain was as an employee of a customs agency. But there, amidst the demands and changes in the customs agency&#8217;s regime, an interest in an [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong>Coral Lorenzo Gómez</strong> , CEO of <strong><a href="https://clglogistico.com/">Grupo Logístico CLG</a></strong> , didn&#8217;t inherit a fleet or grow up among warehouses. She comes from a family of teachers, and her first contact with the supply chain was as an employee of a customs agency.</p>
<p>But there, amidst the demands and changes in the customs agency&#8217;s regime, an interest in an industry that would ultimately become his calling began to take shape.</p>
<p>Later, in Monterrey, Nuevo León, he worked for a company that allowed him to see logistics from the client&#8217;s perspective, coordinating imports and exports for materials planners.</p>
<blockquote><p>It was there that he discovered the role of the <strong>freight forwarder</strong> . &#8220;I was very impressed because I saw that this actor made everything happen. It was no longer just the legal side of customs or the operational side of the client, but the one who really moved everything,&#8221; he said in an interview with T21.</p></blockquote>
<p>That blend of visions left its mark on her. When she returned to Puebla, she decided not to be just another link in the chain: she founded <strong>Grupo Logístico CLG</strong> with the goal of serving an underserved segment and doing so differently.</p>
<blockquote><p>&#8220;I didn&#8217;t want to be the logistics company that subcontracts to many carriers and has no control. I developed strategies to manage my carriers&#8217; fleets, replace units, move operators, and talk directly with them,&#8221; Lorenzo explained.</p></blockquote>
<p>This model gave it efficiency, proximity and the possibility of specialization.</p>
<h4><strong>Mastering the last mile of self-service</strong></h4>
<p><strong>CLG</strong> focused on self-service deliveries (like <strong>Walmart</strong> or <strong>Chedraui</strong> ), where logistical failures are often in the details.</p>
<blockquote><p>&#8220;We found that many operators were missing appointments because they didn&#8217;t know how to deliver to those centers. We developed manuals with each client and trained operators in the specific processes,&#8221; he explained.</p></blockquote>
<p>This customization allowed the company to achieve <strong>98% efficiency in deliveries</strong> .</p>
<p>Today, they rarely miss appointments. &#8220;Only if there&#8217;s a road accident or damage to the vehicle, but within the normal process, we don&#8217;t miss deliveries. And that specialization was the gateway to larger clients,&#8221; he commented proudly.</p>
<h4><strong>A story with a purpose (and no quarantine)</strong></h4>
<p>Starting a business in a male-dominated industry, without mentors, and with a six-month-old baby in her arms, wasn&#8217;t easy. <strong>Coral </strong><strong>Lorenzo</strong> recounts this naturally, but not without emotion.</p>
<blockquote><p>“I monitored the units, I missed an operation, I put my daughter in the truck, I went out to find a replacement, I carried invoices… I didn&#8217;t have quarantines or breaks. It was hard, but I embrace it,” she said.</p></blockquote>
<p>Today he narrates it from a different place, with more structure, equipment, and time, but the beginnings were done by hand.</p>
<p>For the past two years, <strong>CLG</strong> has also operated its own transportation division. They have <strong>25 units</strong> (large and small) focused primarily on 53-foot dry vans for general cargo. They also operate land, sea, and air imports and exports under their <strong>freight forwarder</strong> division , and are members of the international <strong>WCA</strong> network .</p>
<p><strong data-start="283" data-end="357">CLG offers comprehensive national and international logistics solutions</strong> , including land transportation with its own fleet, coordination of imports and exports by sea, air, and land, as well as freight forwarding services. The company also specializes in deliveries to self-service stores and has a control tower that provides real-time visibility and traceability.</p>
<blockquote><p>This year hasn&#8217;t been one of dizzying growth, but rather one of strengthening. &#8220;The 2025 strategy has been more about resilience. We focused on processes, implementing technologies, and strengthening our control tower with business intelligence,&#8221; Lorenzo emphasized.</p></blockquote>
<p>The company works together with other entrepreneurs to create an ecosystem with greater added value.</p>
<p>By <strong>2030</strong> , the vision is to stop outsourcing to international agents and have our own offices in <strong>China</strong> and <strong>Europe</strong> .</p>
<blockquote><p>&#8220;We want to be a Mexican operator with a global presence. We want to strengthen our land division, acquire more equipment, and properly structure our fleet,&#8221; he noted.</p></blockquote>
<p>Coral Lorenzo is a leader who doesn&#8217;t stay in the office. &#8220;I like being with the team, on the floor, with my computer, and listening to what&#8217;s going on,&#8221; she said.</p>
<p>Far from operating remotely, she prefers to be directly involved, observing, questioning, and accompanying. &#8220;I&#8217;m very hands-on,&#8221; she said. From there, she exercises close, empathetic leadership with her feet firmly planted on the ground.</p>
<p>Today, <strong>60% of her team are women</strong> , many of them mothers who have returned to the workforce after a hiatus. At <strong>CLG</strong> , school festivals, parent-teacher meetings, and family emergencies are priorities. “I try to be consistent. I&#8217;m a mom too. Personal life can&#8217;t wait, but work can,” she emphasized.</p>
<blockquote><p>In an environment where the majority of the transport owners she works with are men, <strong>Coral</strong> said she feels respected. “They&#8217;ve supported me. They&#8217;ve advised me. The operators, the transporters, the clients… they respect me a lot,” she shared.</p></blockquote>
<p>When talking about what she&#8217;s built, <strong>Coral Lorenzo Gómez</strong> doesn&#8217;t recite numbers or boast about achievements. She prefers to talk about what she loves. &#8220;I started with a purpose, with something that was pulsing. And I think people see that when they join. That it&#8217;s a project with soul, with heart,&#8221; she emphasized. &#8220;Suppliers, clients, and the team feel that,&#8221; she explained.</p>
<p><strong>CLG Logistics Group was not born from an Excel spread</strong> , but from a combination of instinct, necessity and vision.</p>
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