Alonso Fierro is Senior Vice President of Operations for mSupply, a North American distributor of parts and equipment for the HVAC, plumbing, appliance repair, commercial kitchen and pool/spa industries. He also teaches Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M. His background includes more than 20 years within the U.S. Army and leading companies. At mSupply, he focuses on continuous improvements and best practices to measure productivity and optimize its distribution footprint.
As the second Donald Trump Administration begins, industries are cautious due to tariff uncertainty impacting transportation, diesel prices, and labor costs. Air freight demand may slow due to low consumer confidence, according to Ceva Logistics 2025. While capacity is rising, concerns about oversupply could lead to carrier adjustments or a drop in freight rates.
