Keep Trucking Personal

In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi sits down with John McDermott, a Professional Driver in Kivi Bros. Trucking’s Heavy Haul Division. John shares his journey from working in retail and manufacturing to hauling some of the biggest loads on the road today. His path into trucking wasn’t a traditional one - he didn’t grow up around it or have family in the industry. Instead, a...

In this episode, host Tyler Kivi of Kivi Bros. Trucking takes us on a journey to explore the human side of the trucking industry, focusing on the importance of trust, relationships, and execution in creating a sustainable and successful career. Tyler dives into why building meaningful connections with your team, company, and fellow drivers is the foundation of long-term success, and how these rela...

In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal Podcast, host Tyler Kivi delves into the heart of what makes the trucking industry truly special... relationships. From the bonds that support drivers on the road to the teams working behind the scenes, Tyler emphasizes the importance of meaningful connections in ensuring both personal and professional success. He kicks off with practical tips for wint...

In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi is joined by Derek Kivi, CEO of Kivi Bros. Trucking, to kick off the new year with a focus on resilience, growth, and safety. As the team reflects on the challenges and opportunities ahead, they discuss how 2025 already feels like a fresh start full of optimism. From extreme winter weather impacting operations across the country to signs o...

In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi kicks off 2025 with a powerful discussion on two key concepts that can transform not just your year, but your entire approach to life: execution over knowledge and who you follow. Tyler dives into why knowing isn’t enough without action, offering practical advice for breaking goals into 12-week sprints rather than year-long resolutions. Wh...

In this special Keep Trucking Personal episode, host Tyler Kivi of Kivi Bros. Trucking reflects on the unique time between Christmas and New Year's. It’s a moment to express gratitude for 2024 and look ahead with optimism to 2025. Tyler celebrates the company’s upcoming 30th anniversary of incorporation, sharing stories of Kivi Bros.' rich family trucking tradition dating back to 1947.He...

In this powerful episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi sits down with Keith Rahn, a professional driver at Kivi Bros. Trucking and a passionate advocate for veterans. Keith shares his incredible journey, starting with his time in the Army, transitioning into a career in culinary arts, and ultimately finding his place in the trucking industry. Along the way, he founded Boots to Trucks,...

In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, Derek Kivi, CEO of Kivi Bros. Trucking, and Tyler Kivi, Vice President & COO, share how accountability, teamwork, and pride drive their success. From freezing truck washes in subzero temperatures to hand-polishing fleets, Derek and Tyler reflect on the values instilled during their early days that still shape their business today. They discuss the imp...

In this special motivation episode, your host, Tyler Kivi, Vice President & COO of Kivi Bros. Trucking, dives deep into the transformative power of mindset, persistence, and action. Tyler discusses why the belief that “you can accomplish anything you set your mind to” is more than just a motivational phrase - it’s a mindset that can reshape your career, life, and future. In this episode, you’l...

In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, Tyler and Derek Kivi take a deep dive into an essential aspect of professional trucking: taking pride in your ride. Focusing on the interior of your truck, they explore how small habits, like keeping your cab clean and organized, can have a big impact on professionalism, health, and the perception of the trucking industry. Through stories and actionable a...

In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, host Tyler Kivi reflects on Thanksgiving and the start of December, setting the stage for a three-week sprint to wrap up the year strong. After indulging in holiday traditions, Tyler shifts gears to challenge listeners with two powerful themes for the month: "Do the Right Thing" and "Focus on Giving." These principles serve...

In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, host Tyler Kivi is joined by Derek Kivi, CEO of Kivi Bros. Trucking, and Michael Hansen, Director of Fleet and Safety, to reflect on the values that keep Kivi Bros. Trucking rolling: gratitude, family, and safety. With nearly 80 million travelers expected to hit the roads this week, the team discusses the importance of pri...

In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi sits down with his brother, Derek Kivi, CEO of Kivi Bros. Trucking, and Michael Hansen, Director of Fleet and Safety, to explore the extraordinary legacy of Kivi Bros. Trucking. From their Finnish roots in Northern Minnesota to becoming a respected name in the trucking industry, the Kivi family’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and...

In this special Veterans Day episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi reflects on the importance of transparency and connection in the trucking industry. He offers a thank you to our veterans, appreciating the sacrifices they've made and the values they bring to the workforce. As winter approaches, Tyler shares essential tips for maximizing earnings while navigating the unique chall...

In this special episode of Keep Trucking Personal, Tyler Kivi and Michael Hansen sit down with Ashley Harder, organizer of #ChallengeDuluth, and Tom Asbury, Lead Pastor at Eastridge Community Church, to discuss the incredible grassroots effort behind Challenge Duluth and the recent hurricane relief initiative. They explore how what began as a single call for help evolved into a massive, multi-stat...

In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, Tyler Kivi and Michael Hansen dive deep into the heart of the trucking industry, showcasing the vital role it plays in community support and resilience. This week, they highlight the remarkable efforts of Kivi Bros. Trucking, particularly their recent hurricane relief initiative that successfully gathered three truckloads of essential goods fo...

Welcome back to Keep Trucking Personal with your host, Tyler Kivi, joined again by Michael Hansen, Director of Fleet & Safety at Kivi Bros. Trucking. In this episode, Tyler and Michael dive into fall hunting season, swapping stories about pheasant hunting with their loyal dogs and the challenges of dry conditions out west. Michael shares tales of his dog, Echo, and her impressive endurance and...

In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal Podcast, host Tyler Kivi welcomes back Michael Hansen, Director of Fleet and Safety at Kivi Bros. Trucking. Together, they dive into the inspiring efforts behind Challenge Duluth, a community-driven initiative that is mobilizing resources to support those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Michael shares how Kivi Bros. Trucking is collaborating...

In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi reflects on a recent trip to Minnesota and highlights the growing parking challenges facing truck drivers across the country. He shares his appreciation for the resilience of truckers, especially in the wake of recent industry disruptions like hurricanes and port strikes. Tyler expresses admiration for drivers who continue to deliver essen...

In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal Podcast, host Tyler Kivi welcomes James Rice, Permit Technician at Kivi Bros. Trucking, from our Harrodsburg, Kentucky office. James shares insights from his 23 years of military service, where he gained experience in logistics, transportation, and even permitting during deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. He compares his experiences in military logis...

In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Bob Bodin, whose journey through the trucking industry spans multiple roles, from driver to service manager and educator. Bob shares insights into the challenges he faced after an injury that shifted his career path, leading him to teach high school students about diesel mechanics and welding in Florida. He discusses the importance of safety in truc...

In this special episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi celebrates National Truck Driver Appreciation Week alongside two key figures from Kivi Bros. Trucking: CEO Derek Kivi and Director of Fleet and Safety, Michael Hansen. The trio dives into the importance of this annual celebration, sharing stories and highlighting the incredible contributions of truck drivers across the country. The...

In this episode, host Tyler Kivi breaks down five essential winter driving tips and discusses tire chain regulations that all truckers should be aware of. With the start of the season on September 1st, Colorado now requires tire chains west of Denver on I-70, and Tyler explains where to hang them and how to ensure you’re prepared. He also shares valuable tips on pre-trip inspections, maintaining s...

In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal Podcast, host Tyler Kivi sits down with Jordan Duncan, a Driver Recruiter at Kivi Bros. Trucking, to delve into his personal journey and unexpected insights into the world of driver recruitment. Jordan shares his story of growing up in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, where he now works at the company's Operations Center, and how his path led him to Kivi Br...

In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi sits down with Tom Land, a dedicated customer service representative at Kivi Bros. Trucking, who also happens to be family by marriage. Tom shares insights into his role managing one of the company’s largest accounts, where he’s responsible for evaluating and accepting freight that fits their network. He discusses the daily challenges of b...