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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 into the leaders they are now. He will also bring to light the fascinating stories that helped mold and shape his experiences.
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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 try...
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 t...
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 successe...
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 anyon...
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...
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 ad...
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 (soon to be beyond spot). 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 cha...
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 o...
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 va...
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 he...
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 ...
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 pa...
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...
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 in...
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 it...
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 ca...
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 st...
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 Kan...
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...
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 e...
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