In this Off-Season Exclusive of the Last2First Podcast, Jason Burns sits down with Drew Kronick, former Founder & CEO of SDS Rx (now part of DHL Supply Chain) to unpack how he built a national healthcare last-mile platform, partnered with private equity, and ultimately sold to the largest logistics provider in the world.
Drew shares his journey from growing up in a family delivery business to launching SDS Rx in 2009, scaling it to thousands of routes across all 50 states, leading in pharmacy, radio pharma, and health systems, and building the technology and culture that positioned SDS Rx as DHL’s missing capability in its global healthcare strategy.
You’ll hear powerful lessons on leadership, risk, conviction, mission, values, and what it feels like to sit across from DHL as they show you where your company fits into their global 2030 vision.
This conversation is a masterclass in focus, differentiation, and long-term thinking in the final-mile industry.
💡 In this episode, we cover:
- How SDS Rx became a national healthcare last-mile powerhouse
- Why technology partnerships and audit innovation set them apart
- How mission, vision & values held a decentralized team together
- What institutional capital taught Drew about value creation
- Why DHL saw SDS Rx as an essential capability acquisition
- What founders need to know about multiples, strategy & exits
- Drew’s advice on risk, family, conviction, and the real meaning of the entrepreneurial journey
🎬 LIVE Film Study with Drew Kronick
We’re taking this episode further with a deep-dive breakdown session:
🎬 Film Study with Drew Kronick (former SDS Rx Founder + CEO)
📅 Tuesday, Dec 17
⏰ 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM CST
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What is Last2First Podcast?
Welcome to Last 2 First, the podcast dedicated to exploring the final mile in logistics and the unique challenges faced by business owners in this vital industry. Each episode features insightful conversations with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who share their experiences, strategies, and innovations shaping the future of final mile delivery.
Join us as we dive into topics like optimizing delivery routes, enhancing customer satisfaction, navigating regulatory hurdles, and leveraging technology for efficiency. Whether you're a seasoned logistics professional or a business owner looking to improve your operations, Last 2 First offers valuable insights and actionable advice to help you lead your business to success.
Tune in and discover how to turn the last mile into your first priority!