The Freight Pod
Andrew Silver
The Freight Pod is a deep dive into the journeys of the transportation and logistics industry’s brightest minds and innovators. The show is hosted by Andrew Silver, former founder and CEO of MoLo Solutions, one of the fastest-growing freight brokerages in the industry. His guests will be CEOs, founders, executives, and leaders from some of the most successful freight brokerages, trucking companies, manufacturers, and technology companies that support this great industry. Andrew will interview his guests with a focus on their life and how they got to where they are today, unlocking the key ingredients that helped them develop in...
Ep. #56: Paul Singer, CEO & Cofounder of FleetWorks
Andrew welcomes Paul Singer, CEO and cofounder of FleetWorks, a carrier-facing voice AI agent. It’s been a year and a half since Paul and his cofounder Quang Tran tested the idea for FleetWorks. They signed up for a load board, posted an attractive load, and to their surprise, three carriers responded and negotiated with their AI agent — a product Paul calls “janky” compared to what they have today. “Ever since those three calls, we’ve been off to the races.” On this episode, Andrew and Paul cov
Feb 25, • 1:35:38
Ep. #55: 9 Founders in 90 Minutes: Manifest 2025 Rapid-fire Interviews
On this episode, recorded live from Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics, Andrew interviews nine founders about their budding startups:Ed Burns with TruSygnal, a connection platform for shippers and carriersTom Curee with Qued, automated appointment scheduling through AIOmar Singh with Get Real Rates, an API pricing toolChip Reeves with Enablers, logistics human and AI staffingAlex Bezzubets with myMechanic Inc., a roadside assistance platformShan Wu with Forward Labs, a brokerage sa
Feb 18, • 1:35:37
Ep. #54: Jim Berlin, CEO & Founder of Logistics Plus
Andrew welcomes Jim Berlin, CEO and founder of Logistics Plus, a company he founded in 1996 and has built into a global logistics powerhouse in more than 50 countries, with $600M in revenue, customers like GE and WeWork, and a HQ within Erie, Pennsylvania’s Union Station. But success didn’t come without taking risks — and learning from failures. “I dive in with both feet without checking the depth of the water.” In this episode, Jim and Andrew cover:The journey of how Jim built his company from
Feb 11, • 1:16:47
Ep. #53: Grace Maher, COO of OTR Solutions
Andrew welcomes Grace Maher, COO of OTR Solutions, one of the industry’s top factoring companies. Grace graduated from Georgia Tech with a business degree and an accounting certificate and went on to be an auditor for five years. But she felt she was meant for something else. In 2011, Grace got her first job in freight at Nolan Transportation; a year later, Nolan founder Kevin Nolan was starting OTR Solutions, and Grace found the opportunity she was looking for. In this episode, Andrew and Grace
Feb 4, • 1:30:12
Ep. #52: Cole Stevens, CSO of Stevens Trucking Co.
In this episode, Andrew welcomes Cole Stevens, chief strategy officer at Stevens Trucking, a family-owned trucking company based in Oklahoma. Cole’s dad, Kenney, founded the business in 1979 with a single hotshot pickup truck in an Oklahoma oil patch. Today, they operate 400 tractors and 1,800 dry van trailers across the U.S. Andrew and Cole cover:The founding story of Stevens Trucking and how the Stevens family uniquely runs the business.All that Cole has learned from his dad about business and
Jan 28, • 1:28:51
Ep. #51: David Bell, CEO & Founder of CloneOps.ai
Andrew welcomes David Bell, CEO and founder of CloneOps.ai. David has been in the logistics industry for more than 30 years. He once had a vision to make Lean Solutions Group a 10,000-employee organization — he and his team accomplished that. Now, with his new voice AI business, CloneOps.ai, he plans to hit 1 billion talking minutes for his customers in three years.In this episode, David shares:How he founded his early LTL brokerage business and the challenges of LTL.How he and cofounder Roberto
Jan 21, • 1:40:18
Ep. #50: Dhruv Gupta, CEO and Cofounder of Drumkit
For the 50th episode of The Freight Pod, Andrew welcomes Dhruv Gupta, CEO and cofounder of Drumkit. Dhruv shares his journey from studying transportation planning at Harvard to founding Drumkit, an innovative AI-driven workflow solution for logistics companies. In this episode, Andrew and Dhruv talk about:Dhruv’s experience of dealing with failure — calling his first business a “faceplant” — and what he learned that he still carries with him today. The importance of leading with confidence, espe
Jan 14, • 1:33:24
Ep. #49: Brad Perling, CEO and Co-founder of Bitfreighter
In this episode, Andrew talks to Brad Perling, CEO and co-founder of Bitfreighter. Brad was an aerospace major waiting to get into air traffic control school when he became an early employee at Calvary Logistics. He says that’s where he got his freight MBA, working up from carrier rep to general manager. Frustrated by the lack of options when it came to EDI technology, this former broker is now building another cost-saving option for integration technology in Bitfreighter, named to FreightWaves’
Jan 7, • 1:23:18
Ep. #48: Jesse Buckingham, CEO and Cofounder of Vooma
In this episode, Andrew is joined by Jesse Buckingham, CEO and cofounder of Vooma. Jesse studied law and economics at the University of Sydney and got his MBA from Stanford. Before Vooma, he was CEO at ASG LogisTech, whose businesses included Trucker Tools, Record360, e-Courier, and PackageRoute. He was also a consultant at Bain & Company.Now, Jesse’s leading the Vooma team in building AI tools that will automate the shipment lifecycle and help brokerage teams enhance productivity and reduce ope
Jan 1, • 1:37:46
Ep. #47: Chad Boblett, Owner-Operator of Boblett Brothers and Creator of Rate Per Mile Masters
For the last episode of 2024, we welcome our first driver to the show: Chad Boblett. He created the longstanding Rate Per Mile Masters Facebook group, which, in its 11 years, has grown to be a vibrant community of close to 37,000 owner-ops, carriers, brokers, and agents. In this episode, we go back even further — 13 years — to how Chad got started in trucking, when a severe injury caused him to lose just about everything in his life — including his job and his house. He was living in a motel. Bu
Dec 23, 2024 • 1:41:36
Ep. #46: DAT Acquires Trucker Tools
In a special episode to announce the acquisition of Trucker Tools by DAT, we are joined by Trucker Tools CEO Kary Jablonski to break down the deal. She walks us through why now was the time for Trucker Tools to go to market, why DAT makes the most sense as the long term home for the TT platform, and what the future looks like for Kary and her team. This move helps further DAT's position as the premiere freight marketplace and rate analytics platform, enhancing their product pipeline and capabili
Dec 17, 2024 • 41:39
Ep. #45: Jonathan Salama, CEO of Transfix
Andrew is joined by Jonathan Salama, the CEO and co-founder of Transfix, a logistics technology company. He discusses Transfix's origins, starting as a freight brokerage business that he and his co-founder Drew built from the ground up. They focused on automating key functions like pricing, scheduling, and carrier management using machine learning models. When the pandemic hit, Transfix's technology proved invaluable in navigating the volatility. However, Transfix later had to pivot away from be
Dec 16, 2024 • 1:28:20
Ep. #44: Ryan Petersen, Founder & CEO of Flexport
In this captivating episode, Andrew sits down with Ryan Petersen, CEO of Flexport, for an insightful and candid conversation about leadership, personal growth, and business. Ryan shares his journey of self-discovery, discussing how he reevaluated his values after a challenging period in China and the profound impact of mentors like Tony Robbins on his life and leadership style.The discussion delves into Flexport's operational processes challenges, including the impact of COVID-19 on their Net Pr
Dec 10, 2024 • 1:57:40
Ep. #43: FreightVana Acquires Loadsmith Brokerage Operations - The Making of a Merger
FreightVana has acquired the brokerage operations of Loadsmith. We are joined this week for a special episode breaking down the making of the merger between these two organizations. FreightVana CEO Shannon Breen and Loadsmith CEO Brett Suma join the show to break down the deal, explaining why Loadsmith is divesting it's brokerage operations and why FreightVana is the perfect complementary partner. With mutual backgrounds at Knight, it was easy for Shannon and Brett to see eye to eye on how a dea
Dec 4, 2024 • 55:25
Ep. #42: Ryan Joyce, CEO of GenLogs - From CIA to Freight Tech Innovator
The episode features an in-depth conversation with Ryan Joyce, the CEO of freight intelligence startup GenLogs. Ryan shares his unique background, having previously worked as an undercover CIA officer, a path he unknowingly would find himself on after a frightening situation with his father working in the Pentagon during 9/11. He discusses how that experience shaped his empathetic approach to problem-solving and his desire to make a positive impact. Ryan explains GenLogs' mission to bring unprec
Nov 25, 2024 • 1:42:28
Ep. #41: Chadd Olesen, CEO of AVRL
Chadd Olesen, CEO of automation technology company AVRL, joined us this week to discuss his company's journey. AVRL started in 2017 focused on natural language processing, but pivoted in 2020 to automate spot freight pricing for brokers. Chadd shared how AVRL had to rethink their approach and technology to better fit the needs of freight brokers, rather than trying to force brokers to adapt to their original product. He emphasized the importance of being consultative and collaborative with broke
Nov 19, 2024 • 1:38:29
Ep. #40: Solo - Uber Freight announces Broker Access - My Perspective
Uber Freight announced it's newest capacity-as-a-service offering, Broker Access. The tool is designed to provide capacity for other brokers through the Uber platform. Uber has tens of thousands of carriers within it's network through the development of it's own brokerage and the acquisition of Transplace. My concern with this program is, in my opinion, this is a case of double or co-brokering. Whichever terminology you choose to use, it represents a problem as most shippers would be very oppose
Nov 15, 2024 • 26:00
Ep. #39: Kara Smith Brown - Marketing Masterclass
Kara Smith-Brown joins us on this week's episode to discuss her career in marketing, how her company, LeadCoverage supports the freight industry, and her new book, The Revenue Engine, that comes out November 19th. Together, we explore how aligning sales with marketing can lead to a harmonious and successful business environment. By sharing her journey from the early days at Echo Global Logistics, Kara illustrates the potential of modern marketing tools to create a distinct edge for businesses in
Nov 7, 2024 • 1:23:13
Ep. #38: Prasad Gollapalli, Chairman and CEO of Qued
We are joined this week by entrepreneur and multiple-time founder, Prasad Gollapalli. Prasad got his start in the industry at the old school load board, GetLoaded, which was later acquired by DAT. From there, he began his entrepreneurial journey as he started TruckerTools. After a successful exit, he is now focusing his time and attention on the world of scheduling appointments, and bringing automation and AI to reduce the human touch on this mundane, but important task. His startup, Qued, is re
Oct 16, 2024 • 1:24:54
Ep. #37: Solo - Just Do It
After 6 months of mental back-and-forth, I finally pulled the trigger and recorded a solo episode. No more self-doubt, no more negative self-talk, no more procrastinating. Today's theme is Just Do It. Hope you enjoy. ***Episode brought to you by Rapido Solutions Group. I had the pleasure of working with Danny Frisco and Roberto Icaza at Coyote, as well as being a client of theirs more recently at MoLo. Their team does a great job supplying nearshore talent to brokers, carriers, and technology pr
Oct 10, 2024 • 37:48
Ep. #36: Matt Silver and the Official Launch of Cargado
On this week's episode, Andrew welcomes his older brother Matt Silver to discuss the official launch of his new startup, Cargado - a load board and technology platform focused on simplifying cross-border freight operations between the United States and Mexico. Matt shares his background, starting in the logistics industry at Coyote Logistics, where he helped build out the Mexico division. He left Coyote to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams, founding Forager. Matt's business would eventually be a
Sep 23, 2024 • 1:19:53
Ep. #35: Ryan Schreiber
What happens when you record a podcast from the moment your guest walks in, capturing every spontaneous and candid moment? That’s exactly what we did in this episode, and it led to a fascinating discussion about the power of authenticity and the often-overlooked value of raw, unfiltered conversation. We also dive into the challenges of maintaining mental health and motivation without the structure of a traditional job, sharing our own experiences and the importance of personal routines. The conv
Sep 17, 2024 • 1:10:13
Ep. #34: Alyssa Correale
Alyssa Correale's journey in the logistics and supply chain industry is nothing short of inspiring. Ever wondered how a career can evolve from a small family business to leading roles in major companies like Niagara Bottling and Uber Freight? Alyssa shares her path, from her humble beginnings at Giovanni Foods, where she learned the ropes of logistics on a personal level hand-writing BOLs for drivers, to tackling the immense challenges of supply chain efficiency and innovation in larger corporat
Sep 3, 2024 • 1:41:54
Ep. #33: Charlie Saffro + Brent Orsuga - Lessons from Top Recruiters in Freight
Discover the secrets to mastering recruitment in the logistics and transportation industry with insights from two of the industry's leading professionals, Charlie Saffro and Brent Orsuga. Charlie shares her serendipitous transition from marketing to establishing her own firm, CS Recruiting, while Brent reflects on his journey from construction recruitment to becoming a renowned figure in logistics with Pinnacle Growth Advisors. Together, they reveal the strategies that set them apart, including
Aug 27, 2024 • 1:32:37
Ep. #33: Charlie Saffro + Brent Orsuga - Lessons from Top Recruiters in Freight
Discover the secrets to mastering recruitment in the logistics and transportation industry with insights from two of the industry's leading professionals, Charlie Saffro and Brent Orsuga. Charlie shares her serendipitous transition from marketing to establishing her own firm, CS Recruiting, while Brent reflects on his journey from construction recruitment to becoming a renowned figure in logistics with Pinnacle Growth Advisors. Together, they reveal the strategies that set them apart, including
Aug 27, 2024 • 1:32:37
Ep. #32: Shannon Breen + FreightVana's Journey
We are joined this week by Shannon Breen, CEO of FreightVana. We begin the episode walking through Shannon's story, as he explains his early entrepreneurial spirit, from aspiring franchise owner to real estate, before finding his way into logistics with industry giant, Knight Transportation. We talk through lessons he gleaned from his first freight years, including the experience of navigating the Knight-Swift merger.Shannon would eventually scratch his entrepreneurial itch with the founding of
Aug 20, 2024 • 1:32:56
Ep. #31: Rebecca Brewster, President of American Transportation Research Institute
The episode features an interview with Rebecca Brewster, the President and COO of the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI). She discusses her background and how she came to work in the trucking industry. She explains ATRI's role as a non-profit research organization that identifies and addresses the industry's top research priorities through a diverse Research Advisory Committee, made up of relevant industry players from carriers, to shippers, to brokers, and vendors who support the
Aug 13, 2024 • 1:13:40
Ep. #30: Omar Singh - The Rise and Fall of Surge Transportation- And From Bankruptcy to (Re)Surgence
This week's episode provides a captivating look into the rise and fall of Surge Transportation, a freight brokerage founded by Omar Singh. In July 2023, Surge filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. One year later, the US Bankruptcy court of Jacksonville confirmed their plan of reorganization, making them the first brokerage to successfully reorganize post-bankruptcy. We dive into all the details of the ups and downs of this story, as told by it's CEO and owner himself.The episode begins with Omar's jo
Aug 6, 2024 • 1:50:14
Ep. #29: Jason Provonsha + Steam Logistics' Journey
Join us as Jason Provonsha, the CEO of Steam Logistics, shares his career journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. Starting from an unexpected pivot into logistics with Access America Transport to the acquisition by Coyote Logistics before ultimately finding his long term home at Steam, Jason's story is a masterclass in adaptability and growth. This episode isn't just about career milestones; it's a deep dive into the fabric of leadership and organizational culture. Jason shares insig
Jul 30, 2024 • 1:35:23
Ep. #28: Corey Ritenour
We're joined this week by Corey Ritenour, current Sr. Director Transportation and interim Head of Supply Chain for Lindt & Sprungli, one of the premier chocolate manufacturers in the country. Corey comes to the table with 20 years of industry experience, all working for large, established manufacturers. He began his career at the ground level at Conagra working as a Transportation Planner, working his way up and across various roles as he moved on to PepsiCo, Smurfit Stone, and Mars PetCare befo
Jul 25, 2024 • 1:25:31
Ep. #27: Rob Haddock + Coca-Cola’s Supply Chain and Logistics Journey
How did a part-time, hourly worker on the production floor rise to become a corporate transportation leader within Coca-Cola? Uncover Rob Haddock's journey from stacking cases in the early 1980s to becoming a pivotal figure in Coca-Cola's logistics and supply chain operations. Rob’s story is a testament to the power of adaptability, continuous learning, and seizing opportunities as they arise. His experiences reveal how hands-on roles can set the stage for significant career growth, even in a c
Jul 9, 2024 • 1:14:08
Ep. #26: Carrier Sales Strategy Panel: Drew Herpich, Jay Gustafson, and Blair Blake
On this week's episode, we dive into our first true panel with three of our industry's experts discussing the world of Carrier Sales. We are joined by Drew Herpich, Chief Commercial Officer of Nolan Transportation Group and Transportation Insight, Jay Gustafson, EVP of Brokerage Operations at Echo Global Logistics, and Blair Blake, VP of Carrier Strategy at Arrive Logistics.Throughout this conversation, we talk about what makes a great carrier sales rep, different strategies that organizations t
Jul 2, 2024 • 1:48:59
Ep. #25: Drew Wilkerson + RXO Acquires Coyote Logistics
RXO just announced the acquisition of Coyote Logistics for $1.025 billion. On today's episode, you get to hear a deep dive with RXO CEO Drew Wilkerson. He breaks down why Coyote was such an attractive acquisition target for RXO, what he hopes to accomplish through the integration process, and how he is thinking about their future together strategically. We talk about the impact to the people from both organizations, the processes, and the technology the organization will use moving forward. Drew
Jun 25, 2024 • 28:03
Ep. #24: Dave Broering + NFI buys Transfix brokerage
We are joined this week by Dave Broering, President of NFI Integrated Logistics. Dave takes us through his career journey from being hired at American Backhaulers in 1997, to spending 12 years at C.H. Robinson, before finding his current home at NFI, where he oversees all integrated logistics responsibilities. NFI just announced it has acquired the brokerage from Transfix and will become it's first partner on the Transfix TMS. We break down how that transaction played out and the strategy for NF
Jun 12, 2024 • 2:15:51
Ep. #23: Harman Cheema
Harman Cheema, CEO of Cheema Freightlines, joins the show as our guest this week. This is our first time hosting the owner of an asset-based carrier, so this episode is a deep dive into the world of owning trucks. Cheema operates over 500 trucks, 2,000 trailers, and it's own brokerage as well. We talk about hiring and retaining drivers in a turnover-heavy industry, hiring practices and red flags to look for. We also discuss the challenges of managing an effective network and the importance of st
Jun 6, 2024 • 1:01:49
Ep. #22: Scott Pruneau
AI-written episode summary:We are joined on this week's episode by Scott Pruneau, CEO of ITS Logistics, as he shares his remarkable journey from a serendipitous start at CH Robinson to spearheading one of the industry's most dynamic companies. Listen closely as Scott recounts the formative days of produce brokerage, offering a genuine slice of the comprehensive business education that became the foundation for his illustrious career. Our episode traverses the landscape of the freight brokerage i
May 22, 2024 • 1:33:44
Ep. #21: Jim Steger
Episode summary written by AI:Have you ever considered the strategic precision and leadership valor honed in the military's high-pressure environment could translate into business triumph? Jim Steger, CEO of Integrity Express Logistics, joins us to share his remarkable pivot from Air Force officer to founder of a leading logistics firm. His insights into maintaining global military logistics translate into a masterclass on resilience, adaptability, and the art of management under the most trying
Apr 18, 2024 • 1:11:55
Ep. #20: Kendra Tucker
We are joined this week by Kendra Tucker, CEO of Truckstop. Our conversation starts with Kendra's pre-freight career, where she earned an International Studies degree at University of Chicago before spending the bulk of her professional time helping build CEB into an organic $500 million organization. She began in the Product org but found an adeptness at working with and understanding the needs of CEB's customers, which eventually led her to the Sales org. She rose the ranks over her twelve ye
Mar 27, 2024 • 1:06:10
Ep. #19: Felipe Capella
Another episode summary written by AI- hope you enjoy:We are joined this week by Felipe Capella, co-founder and CEO of Loadsmart, whose career leap from law to logistics embodies the spirit of innovation. Discover how Felipe's decision to embrace risk and innovative ideas propelled Loadsmart from skepticism about algorithmic pricing to a leader in automated, instant pricing. Our conversation centers on how Loadsmart has built it's business around technology advancements, highlighting successes a
Mar 6, 2024 • 1:36:04
Ep. #18: Kary Jablonski
We are joined on this week's episode by CEO of Trucker Tools, Kary Jablonski. We begin by discussing the power of personal branding through social media. Through our candid conversation, we reveal how authenticity isn't just a buzzword—it's the hidden currency of LinkedIn, fostering genuine connections and opening doors to untold business opportunities. Kary’s insights into social media's role in the freight world, from transparent communication to product testing, are indispensable for anyone l
Feb 20, 2024 • 1:35:37
Ep. #16: Jordan Graft
When life throws a curveball, some craft an entire new ballpark—meet Jordan Graft, CEO of Highway, who sits with us today to reflect on the indelible marks of entrepreneurship and personal growth. Hear how he harnessed his experiences as a three-time CEO before the age of 40 to carve out success amidst the bustling freight industry. Our exchange offers a glimpse into Jordan's transformative journey: from embracing unexpected fatherhood and pioneering a grocery delivery venture, to influencing th
Jan 24, 2024 • 1:33:26
Ep. #15: Eddie Leshin
Resilience isn't just a buzzword; it's the lifeblood that fuels personal triumphs over professional stumbling blocks. Andrew is joined on this episode by Eddie Leshin, an industry veteran whose career dates back to the early days of American Backhaulers.This episode is a treasure trove of brokerage insight, but we start with some credit to the Michigan Wolverines, National Champions, and the inspiring story of running back Donovan Edwards, who demonstrated unwavering mental strength amidst adver
Jan 17, 2024 • 2:06:43
Ep. #14: Dawn Salvucci-Favier
Dawn Salvucci-Favier, CEO of Greenscreens.ai, shares her transformative adventure from an administrative assistant to leading a pioneer predictive pricing platform in the truckload spot freight industry. Her narrative is a riveting tale of seizing opportunities, the impact of mentorship, and the evolution of logistics from a world of manual route planning to the cutting-edge technological advancements that are reshaping how we think about transportation and supply chain management today.Tune in
Dec 27, 2023 • 1:48:16
Ep. #13: Matt Vogrich
Matt Vogrich joins the show to share his story. Once known as the "Mop-Topped Assassin", Matt enjoyed an illustrious basketball career, being recognized as the Gatorade Player of the Year in Illinois his senior year of high school before joining John Beilein and the Michigan Wolverines for college. From there, he helped his team over a four-year stretch go from a losing record to playing in the national championship his senior year. He shares his stories and lessons learned from playing for one
Dec 19, 2023 • 2:36:19
Ep. #12: Brian Cristol
AI-written episode description:What happens when you combine an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit, a fascination with the trucking industry, and a passion for tech innovation? You get a riveting discussion with our guest, Brian Cristol, Founder and CEO of Isometric Technologies. His journey traverses his time in investment banking, his pivot to the tech world, his experiences with college football, and his path to entrepreneurship with Iso. Listen as we share stories from his past and gain valua
Dec 5, 2023 • 1:34:06
Ep. #11: Drew Wilkerson
What if you could gain insight from a man who started as a sales guy and climbed the ladder all the way to CEO of a publicly traded brokerage? Our guest this week, Drew Wilkerson, takes us on a thrilling journey of his career, and if you're a fan of incredible success stories, you're in for a treat. From his humble beginnings at CH Robinson in 2006, Drew shares how he harnessed the power of relationships and excellent customer service to rise through the ranks to where he is today - at the helm
Nov 28, 2023 • 1:13:59
Ep. #10: Bill Driegert
Another (mostly) AI-written episode description:We're thrilled to bring you this discussion with Bill Driegert, EVP, Head of North America at Flexport. Bill was previously the 4th employee at Coyote Logistics and then co-founder of Uber Freight. He takes us on an enthralling journey through his illustrious career and the landscape of the freight industry. This episode packs a punch, offering you an exclusive peek into the challenges, triumphs, and future of the freight market. Whether you're a l
Nov 21, 2023 • 2:01:08
Ep. #9: Matt Pyatt
We are joined this week by Matt Pyatt, CEO of Arrive Logistics, a $2 billion revenue freight brokerage based in Austin, TX.Matt's work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit were strong from an early age, as he took his first job working on a farm at the age of 10. He worked various jobs growing up, before starting his first businesses in college. He talks about the valuable lessons learned in his early businesses before joining Command Transportation as a sales rep after graduating.Matt and his partn
Nov 14, 2023 • 1:34:53
Ep. #8: Meredith Neizer
With Andrew attending the Freightwaves conference in Chattanooga, we start the episode sharing stories of our experiences at industry conferences. We talk about what it's like to be a broker and shipper at these events, and how to make the most of your time when attending. Our guest for the episode is Meredith Neizer, Chief Logistics Officer at Armada. Meredith has had a fascinating career in the industry, but taking it back to her youth, we talk about how she broke barriers as the first female
Nov 7, 2023 • 1:24:22
Ep. #7: Cameron Ramsdell
AI-written episode description:Success rarely follows a straight path. Our guest, Cameron Ramsdell, will attest to that. As the CEO of Armstrong Transport Group, he has weathered the storm of transitions, been shaped by mentorship, and emerged as a leading voice in the industry. Journey with us as we explore the winding road of his career, starting from his time at Coyote Logistics, leading a new division at US Xpress, and finally clinching his role at Armstrong Transport Group. Delve into the t
Oct 31, 2023 • 1:47:07
Ep. #6: Mitch Luciano
AI takes the helm to write another captivating episode description for us. Enjoy Episode 6:Ever wondered how one man could turn a company from the brink of bankruptcy into a thriving venture? Enter Mitch Luciano, the CEO of Trailer Bridge who did exactly that. Our chat with Mitch goes beyond the usual corporate jargon and delves into his journey of securing the helm of a ship that was almost sinking. From his audacious move of joining a company going through its worst phase to transforming its t
Oct 27, 2023 • 1:13:40
*Special Episode: The Convoy Story + Pending Market Concerns*
Last week, Convoy announced it was shutting it's doors. We are joined by 3 guests: Ryan Soskin, who was employee #15 at Convoy, Zach Knobel, who was VP Enterprise Sales at Convoy, and John Marrinson, EVP at Wintrust Bank. Ryan and Zach take us through Convoy's journey, helping give perspective to how the company innovated and approached the industry. It's clear that Convoy found ways to create more efficiencies than many of it's competitors, but in the end, the organization ran out of cash. The
Oct 24, 2023 • 1:51:27
Ep. #5: Ryan Daube
Another AI-written Episode Description for you this week:We are joined this week by Ryan Daube, founder of Advantage Freight Network (AFN) and 240 Logistics. Listen in as Ryan, an Indiana University alumnus and former American Backhaulers employee, takes us through the trials and triumphs of his entrepreneurial journey. From scaling AFN to a staggering $250 million to his latest venture in the cannabis market, Ryan's story is one for the books!Tune in as he shares the secrets of building a
Oct 17, 2023 • 1:18:27
Ep. #4: Doug Waggoner
For fun, we let AI write the “Episode Description”. Enjoy:Ready to conquer the freight industry? Prepare to have your mind expanded as we journey into the realms of leadership, success, and the future of freight with Doug Waggoner, CEO of one of the largest freight brokerages in the country. A wrestling enthusiast who developed a mobile app to track wrestling matches, Doug's passion and resilience have shaped every aspect of his life, career, and meditation practice.From his early days in Kansas
Oct 10, 2023 • 1:22:39
Ep. #3: Craig Fuller
Craig Fuller comes on the show for episode 3. We jump in with a conversation about LinkedIn versus Twitter, the role of media in our industry, and the trust (or lack thereof) that the general public has for media in today's world. We do a deep dive into Craig's entrepreneurial journey, from his days working for his father at US Xpress, to eventually founding Freightwaves. We hit on the emotional toll of failure, and how Craig persevered through his own failures to turn Freightwaves into the com
Oct 2, 2023 • 1:41:32
Ep. #2: Ted Alling
Ted Alling joins us for episode 2. We discuss Ted's entrepreneurial journey, from his initial sales role at C.H. Robinson to founding Access America Transport, a company he eventually sold with over $500 million annual revenue. Ted brings a wealth of knowledge about building a business as well as valuable insights for all professionals. He has found his purpose in building Chattanooga Preparatory School, something he and his wife are extremely proud of today. We discuss all this and more in epis
Sep 26, 2023 • 1:19:02