ThinkFreight

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I sit down with Carlos Otero-Palencia and Gino Carnevale from efRouting to discuss how their platform is transforming the way owner-operators and small carriers optimize their routes and improve profitability. Carlos and Gino kick off by sharing their backgrounds and giving us an overview of efRouting, a service designed to provide actionable insights t...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I sit down with James Brewer , Co-Founder of ImportYeti , to explore his journey from working in traditional freight roles to becoming a tech entrepreneur.  James takes us back to his early career, starting as a college senior tasked with moving a full truckload of books, and how this experience set him on a path through brokerage and asset-based logist...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I catch up with Matthew Chapa , Logistics Manager at Crunchyroll , as he returns for his second appearance on the show.  We start with some personal updates, discussing life in Texas, Matthew’s recent move from Austin to Dallas, and how he’s been adjusting to the new city during this hot summer. The conversation then shifts to Matthew's new role at...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I reconnect with Eric Rodriguez , Co-Founder and CEO of Vendorflow , to catch up on the latest developments and dive deeper into how Vendorflow is transforming communication in logistics. We explore how Vendorflow goes beyond being just a texting solution for drivers, offering a comprehensive communication platform that integrates with various tools lik...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I sit down with Jesse Taylor , Partner Marketing Manager at Parade , the leading capacity management platform for freight brokerages.  Jesse shares his career journey, explaining what led him to rejoin Parade and what excites him most about his role in partner marketing. We explore Parade’s unique approach to solving key challenges in the freight space...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I sit down with Ricky Gonzalez , CEO and Co-Founder of HubTek , to dive into his entrepreneurial journey in the freight industry and how his passion for technology and logistics has shaped his career.  Ricky shares his background, starting from his early days in Miami’s freight forwarding sector, where he worked his way up to second in command before ve...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I sit down with Ben Bar-Lev , National Sales at Echo Global Logistics , to discuss his extensive experience in the logistics industry and the strategies he uses to drive success. Ben has been with Echo for over 11 years, and during that time, he has cultivated a deep understanding of the industry, building strong relationships with shippers and masterin...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I sit down with Michael Schember , CEO of FreightClaims.com , to explore how he’s transforming the freight claims process through innovation and technology.  Michael shares his journey into the logistics industry, detailing how his background led him to recognize the pain points in managing freight claims. We break down the core aspects of freight claim...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, we host a roundtable discussion with industry experts Cale Pearson , Jason Putney , and Dan Artaev on the topic of freight guards and their significant impact on motor carriers.  We discuss the challenges freight guards present, share strategies for handling them, and highlight their overall influence on the trucking industry. The conversation brings at...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Heather Hoover-Salomon, CEO of uShip, to discuss her inspiring career journey, from starting as a PR intern to leading the company as CEO. Heather shares valuable insights from her time at uShip, detailing the lessons she’s learned along the way. We explored the fundamentals of uShip, its role as a two-sided marke...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I sit down with Krystina Booker , the Founder of Booker Transport Solutions . Krystina shares her compelling journey into the logistics industry, detailing the various stages of her career—from working in established brokerages to making the bold move of launching her own brokerage earlier this year. Krystina provides an in-depth look at the challenges...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I'm joined by Rob Light , Co-Founder and CEO of CarrierSource . CarrierSource is revolutionizing the trucking industry with its innovative carrier review website, which not only allows trucking companies to build a fair online reputation but also provides brokers and shippers with crucial peer reviews to aid their vetting processes. Rob and I discu...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Luis Ramirez , Account Manager of Trucking and Distribution at Greenmile Logistics . Luis and I first connected at the Texas Trucking Show in July, and I knew right away that his story was one worth sharing with the ThinkFreight audience.  With a solid background in brokerage, Luis recently made the leap into the...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, we sit down with Dan Lindsey, Founder of Broker-Carrier Summit, to discuss his journey from a TQL broker to a visionary leader in the freight industry. Dan’s path is one that many in the logistics world can relate to—starting out at a large brokerage, discovering his true passion, and then finding his own way.  After leaving TQL, Dan ventured into consu...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, I sit down with Nick Dangles , Co-Founder of Sync Logistics Training , to explore his fascinating journey from practicing law to becoming a leader in freight broker training. Nick's transition from the legal world to logistics is as intriguing as it is insightful, shedding light on the unique perspectives he brings to the freight industry. We dive...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, we have an inspiring conversation with Annalise Sandhu , Co-Founder of Chaine , an AI-powered freight booking and visibility platform.  Annalise shares her incredible journey from aspiring to become a doctor to diving headfirst into the world of freight and technology. Initially set on attending medical school, her life took a dramatic turn when she dec...

In this episode of The ThinkFreight Podcast, we chat with Ryan Smith , the founder of Purple Squirrel LLC . Ryan has a deep background in freight, coming from Landstar, and has become a strong advocate for freight agents. We dive into the world of freight agents, exploring what it means to be one and what it takes to succeed. Ryan shares insights on typical commission structures and offers advice...

In this exciting episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, we reconnect with Justin Lu , the founder of Truckpedia , formerly known as EzPapel. If you missed our initial conversation in Episode #3, make sure to catch up on Justin’s incredible journey of scaling his father’s trucking company from $1M to $20M in just three years.  This time around, we dive into the fascinating changes at Truckpedia and e...

This episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast tackles the critical issue of freight theft with Danny Ramon , Director of Intelligence and Law Enforcement Connect at Overhaul . Join us as we explore Danny's background and his journey into the fast-paced world of chasing stolen freight and criminals alongside Overhaul. We examine the inner workings of Overhaul's intelligence unit and how Danny...

This episode of The ThinkFreight Podcast dives deep into the world of real-time lane pricing with Andrew Cohen , the CTO and Co-Founder of Farelanes . Andrew brings a wealth of experience, having started his career in the airline industry before moving into the loadboard and factoring space. Throughout his journey, he witnessed a persistent challenge: the lack of trust between carriers and brokers...

This episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast dives into the world of refrigerated LTL (less-than-truckload) with Clay Curran, CEO and Co-Founder of FreshX.  FreshX is tackling the massive $10+ billion reefer LTL market by creating a groundbreaking platform – a game changer for both brokers and shippers. Our conversation with Clay goes deep into his intriguing journey from a finance background to the c...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Ed Mangino Jr and Matt Patterson , the visionary founders of Quikskope . We explored their fascinating journeys into the freight industry and uncovered the story of how their paths eventually crossed. Ed and Matt shared the intriguing origin story of Quikskope, including how they conceived the unique name and the mot...

This episode of The ThinkFreight Podcast features a newcomer with an interesting perspective: Henrik Bergsager , CRO of Powerhouse AI . Despite just 10 months in the logistics industry, Henrik brings fresh insights to the future of warehousing. Dive deep into a conversation about the evolution of warehousing and the potential of AI: The AI Revolution in Warehousing: Explore how AI is transforming...

This episode of the ThinkFreight podcast features Marc Gorlin , the Founder and CEO of Roadie , now a part of the UPS family. We explore Marc's journey as a serial entrepreneur, driven by his father's motto to "find a deal, not a job."  Dive into the inspiration behind Roadie and the specific challenge it aimed to solve in the delivery world.  Marc also shares a riveting story...

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, we explore Keith Farnsworth , VP of Sales at CCFS (CrossCountry Freight Solutions) impressive journey in the freight industry, starting from his hands-on experience on the docks over 17 years ago. Discover how his well-rounded background in asset-based LTL, brokerage, and TMS fueled his return to LTL at CCFS. CCFS's meteoric rise is a story of both...