Bulkloads Podcast

Jared brings on Bill Kenedy with LUTZ to discuss selling your business. In this episode, Bill covers the steps you need to take to sell your business.  He talks about depreciation recapture, taxes, and how to maximize your company's value.   Check out LUTZ: https://www.lutz.us/

Jared brings on Will Allen, President of AW Collects and Freight Checkers, to talk about multiple important topics related to the trucking industry. Will talks about non-payments, identity theft, double brokering, and much more.   Check out AW Collects here: https://awcollects.com/   Check out Freight Checkers here: http://freightcheckers.com/  

Jared brings on BulkTMS Director, Caleb Kindle, to discuss what's happening at the National Grain and Feed Association conference. They discuss the speakers, topics that were brought up and overall highlights.

Jared brings on David Buonerba with Bulk Cargo Systems to discuss his latest innovation, the Eco Van Tank. This product allows liquid to be hauled in an enclosed trailer such as a dry van or reefer.      Contact David: 716-598-3112 dbuonerba@bulkcargosystems.com

Jared brings on Keith Eastman with Trinity Trailers to talk about new trailer innovations! Keith brings insight to the belt trailer world and explains some of the benefits of owning one. Jared and Keith also dive into what makes a successful bulk hauler.   Check out Trinity Trailers here: trinitytrailer.com

Jared brings on Toby Young, to talk about the Mid-America Trucking Show! MATS is the largest trucking show in the country and has been held annually for over 50 years! Toby talks about his grandfather starting this show and what you can expect when you attend in person this year!   Register for the show here: https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=352&oi=whVReeLbSU7HoIiGjo9vog%3D%3D&compa...

Jared brings on Andrea Marks with Trucker Nation to discuss the new FMCSA CDL training requirements effective February 2022. Andrea talks about what you need to know and how it could affect you and your drivers. We would love to hear your feedback, let us know your thoughts. Visit bulkloads.com and reply to our forum thread on this episode!   Visit TruckerNation on Facebook, contact them at thetru...

Jared brings on Ashley, Brian, and Marc with NSG Logistics to discuss grain and salt, but more importantly, how they keep drivers for 45 years! During the show, they highlight the history of NSG and what the future looks like for them!   Check them out here: https://nsgco.com/

Jared brings on Michael Schneider and Todd Amen with ATBS (American Truck Business Services) to discuss trucker taxes. ATBS has been in business for over 20 years and specializes in taxes, bookkeeping, and business success for truck drivers. They discuss multiple key points in this episode such as per diem and IFTA.   Check them out here: https://www.atbs.com/

Jared brings on Darryl Gibbs, a bulk hauler who's running for Governor of Colorado for 2022. Darryl is an Air Force Veteran with over 40 years in the trucking industry. Darryl says he's running for Governor because he is tired of watching his state get run into the ground by current politicians.   Donate to Darryl's campaign here: https://darrylgibbsforcolorado.com/donate

Jared brings on Doug Berven with POET to discuss ethanol and carbon. POET is one of the world's largest ethanol producers, they purchase 7% of the US corn crop. Doug talks about farmers getting a premium for their grain when reporting low carbon emissions. 

Jared brings on Jeff McConnell and James Mennella with Road Law. These guys are truck driver lawyers and they know the law. They've been serving truck drivers for about three decades. They do it all: speeding tickets, accidents, suspensions, disqualifications, and alcohol/drug charges. Jeff and James know their stuff and it's evident in this podcast.   Contact Road Law: 888-276-8000

Jared brings on Don Dawson who trades futures as a full-time job. Don talks about how he got into trading and why he loves it so much. He brings a lot of information on trading in this episode and has a passion for it.

Jared brings on Charlie Mckellips with CR Mckellips Rodeo to discuss trucking and buckin' bulls. Charlie runs a company that puts on rodeos, he also announces them. When he's not doing that, he's hauling bulk freight. 

Jared brings on Ethan Forhetz, the National Spokesperson at Convoy of Hope to discuss the recent tornadoes that ripped through Kentucky last weekend. Ethan speaks on what they are currently doing to help aid those affected in this disaster, he also explains what you can do to help as well.   Donate to Convoy of Hope: https://convoyofhope.org/donate/

Jared brings on Andrea Marks with TruckerNation to discuss the current Hours of Service along with other FMCSA regulations. She explains that truck drivers operating without HOS and logs have been more rested, less stressed, and there has been a positive impact on highway safety. 

Jared brings on a popular guest, Tim Brady, to discuss business forecasting and the new year. Tim explains what steps a business owner should take to plan for the next year ahead. He goes over market trends and how to consider them while planning.    View Tim's notes: View

Jared brings on Zac Sumners with BPJ Insurance to talk about truck insurance. Zac mentions different ways to help lower your premium and touches on other options such as financing companies.    Check out BPJ:  https://www.bpj.com/trucking-insurance/   Reach Zac Sumners directly: 417-860-4851

Jared brings on Jason Meixner with Razor Tracking to discuss fleet and asset tracking. Jason discusses the different types of tracking and how you can increase productivity and save money with their technology.    Check them out: https://razortracking.com/

Jared brings on William Walls to talk about Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). William discusses how DEF users can make their own and save money by doing so. He also touches on the shelf life of DEF and the possibility of getting bad DEF.    To learn more: https://www.thenordef.com/

Jared brings on Michael Hinton and Brad Ryan with AgTrax to discuss their grain software system. AgTrax has been the leading agricultural software provider for the past 25 years, serving customers across the U.S. & Canada. 

Jared brings on Jason Eisenman with Liquid Trucking to discuss the bulk liquid industry. Liquid Trucking has over 150+ drivers and a whole lot of trucks. They dive into how their company retains drivers and Jason talks about the importance of not treating a driver like a truck.   To learn more about Liquid Trucking: https://liquidtrucking.com/

Have you ever wondered what it's like being a broker in the pits of the Chicago Board of Trade? Jared brings on Ryan Nelson of Barchart to talk about Ryan's start in the industry. Ryan worked at the Chicago Board of Trade and he tells his story of what he experienced.   

Jared brings on Angie Setzer, also known by her Twitter handle, "GoddessofGrain". Angie comes on the show to discuss grain marketing and how her program connects farmers directly with the end-user. 

Jared brings on Kevin Johansen, Founder of AgButler, to discuss Kevin's platform. AgButler connects laborers to farmers and ranchers. Farmers simply post a job opportunity and laborers can connect with them on the app. They talk about how AgButler was created and what the future holds for this platform.   Check out AgButler: https://agbutlerapp.org/