Industry Insights with Route Consultant

Welcome to Industry Insights with Route Consultant! This week, Dave and Amy Byers discuss the crucial yet challenging process of hiring and screening drivers using the First Advantage platform for FedEx contractors. They detail the end-to-end process from initial application to qualification, the common pitfalls, and tips for minimizing delays. Whether you're a seasoned FedEx contractor or ne...

Join us this week as we welcome Tamara Taylor, an entrepreneur who turned her knowledge of coding into a thriving business. In this episode, learn how she supports and empowers EMS professionals to navigate the complex world of medical coding. Tamara highlights her journey to entrepreneurship and the challenges and triumphs she encountered along the way.  Tamara also shares valuable insights into...

This week on Industry Insights with Route Consultant, we're joined by Roland Brewer, President of Realm Health. Roland shares his unique journey from being a golf professional to leading an innovative health insurance company. He discusses the challenges and strategies in providing affordable benefits to FedEx contractors, the importance of business succession planning, and Realm Health'...

Join us this week on Industry Insights with Route Consultant as we sit down with Alex Frum, owner of Alpha Kilo Logistics, to explore key strategies for being a successful FedEx Linehaul contractor. We delve into the four crucial pillars: safety, financial stability, service, and availability. Alex shares his expert insights and practical advice on managing safety protocols, understanding financia...

This week, we're diving into the intricacies of the FedEx contractor model with Amy and Dave Byers of Slicker Trucking. We discuss the significant differences between independent service providers (ISPs) and transportation service providers (TSPs), the evolving expectations and compliance standards, and how these roles relate to FedEx as a customer. Amy and Dave share their experiences and st...

This week, we're sitting down with Lee and Keely Muse, the forces behind Tread Transportation Services and Forward Arrow Solutions. Join us as they share their inspiring journey from the oil and gas industry to becoming successful in the FedEx Linehaul space – both as a vendor and a contractor. Discover how Lee’s entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with Keely's operational insight, helped th...

Join us in this gripping episode of Industry Insights with Route Consultant, where we sit down with Alex Frum, Owner of Alpha Kilo Logistics. Alex takes us through his dynamic career journey, from his military service and time at West Point, to his successful stint on Wall Street as a bond trader during the financial crisis, and finally, his current role in the logistics industry with FedEx lineha...

Welcome back to Industry Insights with Route Consultant! This week, we're sitting down with Steve Binnig, Final Mile Program Manager at OVD Insurance. Steve shares his unique journey from a college intern to a major player in the insurance industry, focusing on the final mile sector. We delve deep into the importance of safety culture, trends in the FedEx and Amazon DSP insurance spaces, and...

This week, we’re diving into a critical industry: security. We’re sitting down with Andy Willis, a security expert with decades of experience protecting high-stakes industries. Andy breaks down the evolving threats and shares practical advice on how to stay one step ahead. If you’re looking to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey in the fast-moving and critical world of security, che...

This week, we're sitting down with Amy and Dave Byers to hear the inspiring story behind their journey as FedEx contractors. From navigating the early days of business ownership to scaling a successful operation together, the Byers share the challenges, lessons, and wins that shaped their entrepreneurial path. Whether you're exploring FedEx as an investment or already operating routes, t...

This week, we're sitting down with Melody Sundwall, Chief Human Resources Officer of Patton Logistics, to hear the story behind her unique career path.. Melody shares how her experience with processes and people led her through a variety of roles in human resources, ultimately steering her into the world of logistics and delivery. Tune in as we talk about the surprising overlap between HR and...

This week, we're in the studio with Stephen Rhein, owner of Not By Bread Alone, LLC. Stephen shares his story and experience in the bread routes industry, from his days on a truck in high school through expanding distribution territories in Tennessee. • Learn more about route-based businesses: routeconsultant.com/learn • Register for a free event: routeconsultant.com/events • Contact our team...

This week, we're sitting down with Tucker Herring, Vice President of SBA Development at GBank, to discuss the ins and outs of SBA loans specifically tailored for FedEx contractors. Tucker shares his journey into SBA lending, the process of securing financing for business acquisitions, and the advantages of SBA loans compared to conventional lending. He also offers insights on evaluating FedEx...

This week, we're talking trash with Tommy, Rick, and Marty Turbeville. Having grown up in the waste industry, the Turbeville brothers share their insights on how the industry has evolved and each of their journeys in the business. • Learn more about route-based businesses: routeconsultant.com/learn • Register for a free event: routeconsultant.com/events • Contact our team: routeconsultant.com...

This week, we're sitting down with Hanz Fequiere, owner of The Constant Healthcare System, to talk about his journey into owning an ambulance company. From firefighting to restaurant ownership, Hanz shares how he has made an impact on his community and the rewards and challenges that come with being an entrepreneur in this space. Learn more about the EMS industry: https://routeconsultant.com/...

Welcome to Shipping & Handling! This week, we're talking with Tim Goff, Founder + CEO of mygroundforce, about his experience in the FedEx Linehaul industry and how he got started in his career. • Learn more about route-based businesses: routeconsultant.com/learn • Register for a free event: routeconsultant.com/events • Contact our team: routeconsultant.com/contact