L.I.N.K. Live | SDCE Editors Discuss President Joe Biden's Inauguration

Marina, Brielle and Mackenna discuss President Joe Biden's inauguration and what the 17 executive orders he is signing on his first day of office will mean for the supply chain.

January 20, 2021

Brielle JaekelMarina MayerMackenna Moralez

Marina, Brielle and Mackenna discuss President Joe Biden's inauguration and what the 17 executive orders he is signing on his first day of office will mean for the supply chain. #LINKLIVE

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