mobility is the mission
How Military Transportation Creates Decision Advantage with General Jacqueline Van Ovost
Former Commander of United States Transportation Command, General (Ret.) Jacqueline Van Ovost joins The Logistics Lens for an in-depth discussion on leadership, innovation, contested logistics, and the future of military transportation. General Van Ovost reflects on her remarkable 36-year Air Force career—from growing up in an aviation family and graduating from the United States Air Force Academy to commanding the world's largest global mobility enterprise.
Strategic Advantage and Future Security
The conversation explores lessons learned from the Afghanistan withdrawal, supporting Ukraine, preparing for potential conflict in the Indo-Pacific, and why logistics has become one of the most decisive elements of modern warfare.
She also discusses the growing importance of data, AI, cyber resilience, industry partnerships, and developing the next generation of logistics leaders.
Whether you're in defense, government, industry, or supply chain leadership, this episode offers valuable insight into how strategic logistics creates decision advantage and strengthens national security.
