NAW SmartBrief
September 18, 2023
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORY
* Energy costs send import prices to highest rise in 15 months
* Auto workers strike as Big Three, union fail to reach deal
* Estes raises stalking-horse bid for Yellow's properties
* High school in Ala. launches logistics academy
* Matt Fortin promoted to human resources chief at Grainger
* Sobeys parent Empire reports $8B in quarterly sales, $261M profit
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* J.B. Hunt makes major acquisition
* CPG industry continues to face supply chain challenges
* Walmart offers speedy, evening delivery service
SALES AND MARKETING
* Brain science helps B2B marketers understand buyers
* Uncertainties prompt focus on flexible marketing budgets
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Gauge team's job boredom with insightful questions
* What creates a toxic workplace? Leadership indifference
NAW INSIDER
* October 4-5 Roundtables: Your Place to Innovate
* Register for the 2023 Innovators Summit!
* Learn about the benefits of NAW membership

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