The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics

This week we hear the backstory of Ship Smarter LLC with Founder, Cody Branham. From discovering the joys of solving puzzles and building things as a child to overcoming ADHD and buckling down, Cody shares how his personal experiences have shaped him into an entrepreneur that doesn't follow anyone else's mold.  Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

This week we hear the backstory of HighlanderTek with Founder Dyrc McCleod. From his days as a ski bum to working in finance to making the leap into logistics entrepreneurship, Dyrc has seen a thing or two. Listen in as he shares his personal story and why getting the last few feet of the final mile is essential. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

This week on the show we hear from Benjamin Kowalski, the Founder of Freight 360 and President of Forza Logistics Group. We go deep on peak mental performance, understanding human psychology and the value of having to struggle for success.  Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

This week on the show we uncover the journey of Joe DiLeo, Founder & CEO of Chariot Logistics. Listen in as he shares how he moved back in with family and worked for 3 straight months before he landed his first customer shipment. Joe shares how bootstrapping has kept them focused on organic growth and retaining key talent by playing the long game. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

This week we hear from Nate Johnson, Founder of GLCS on his journey from trucking to technology and the shift to entrepreneurship. Listen in as he describes his mindset around failure and mistakes and how a simple change in perspective can set you up for long-term success.  Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

This week we hear the backstory of how Tim Judge built a supply chain consulting firm powerhouse with just $2,500 to start. Listen in as he describes how he balances leadership, values and relationships while staying true to his humble bootstrapped beginnings. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

This week on the show we hear from Curtis Garrett, Founder of Rate Hero and Understand LTL. Listen in as he shares how the best bet he ever made was on himself and that when it's time to take the leap into entrepreneurship, you'll just know.  Levity AI Streamline your freight email operations Rapido Solutions Group How freight companies find freight talent. Disclaimer: This post contains...

This week we hear from Jennie Malafarina, Founder of Virago Marketing. Listen in to her backstory of how very humble beginnings and personal adversity prepared her for the challenges of supply chain entrepreneurship.  Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

This week on The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics we hear from Dan Lindsey, Founder of Linkage Logistics and The Broker Carrier Summit. Listen in on how history has proven time and time again that in person relationships will always be necessary. Hear his approach to positive accountability and how capitalizing on failure can make all the difference. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter...

This week on The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics we hear from Spencer Tenney of The Tenney Group . Spencer opens up about being a second-generation business owner, what it takes to be successful in the logistics M&A space and how a chicken sandwich led to an unexpected hit in the music industry.  Rapido Solutions Group How freight companies find freight talent. Levity AI Streamline your...

This week on the Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics we hear from Thilo Huellmann, co-Founder of Levity . Thilo shares how lifelong curiosity and a thirst for new knowledge and experiences have shaped his approach to life and business. Listen in for insights on how AI is changing logistics communication for the better. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

This week we hear from Jacky Zhao and Anthony Chen on the backstory behind FreightStack and how a near-death moment inspired them to take the leap. Listen in on what it's like working with your best friend, how to blend generalists and specialists and avoiding shiny object syndrome.  Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

Welcome back to another episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today's guest is John Sanford, the founder and CEO of CNT Logistics. John discusses the early days of the company, his sales philosophy and gives advice to entrepreneurs.  Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

Welcome back to another episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today's guest is Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, Founder and Host of Let's Talk Supply Chain. From her start working for her father's company to launching her own podcast, “Let’s Talk Supply Chain,” Sarah discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship and the importance of community support.  Brought to you by Rapido and...

Welcome back to another episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today's guest is Wasim Munayyer, Founder and President of Munayyer Group, a specialty recruiting firm in the supply chain space, that connects talent in the industry with clients. We discuss Wasim's transition from employment to entrepreneurship, the power of building relationships, and networking. Brought to you b...

Welcome back to another episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today's guest is Josh Lyles, Founder of Salesdash CRM. From landing a position as Sales Manager at Tesla’s Tennessee location at only 24, to founding Salesdash CRM—a software that helps freight brokerages and 3PLs grow new shipper relationships—we discuss Josh’s mentors, the importance of positive interactions, and the...

Welcome back to another episode of the Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today’s guest is Mike Fullam, Co-Founder of QuikSkope and Chief Executive Officer at Togo. From his time at C.H. Robinson, Robinson Fresh, and Reed TMS Logistics, Mike has seen it all. Today he is the Co-Founder of a fraud protection tool securing the chain of custody for brokers, carriers, and shippers called QuikSkope. Bro...

Welcome back to another episode of the Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today’s guest is Stephan Mathis, Co-Founder of MoLo Solutions (acquired in 2021). From his start working at a country club, later as a National Account Manager at Coyote Logistics, to co-founding MoLo Solutions, Stephan discusses the details behind MoLo’s start, the importance of vulnerability, and taking risks in life. Brou...

Welcome back to another episode of the Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today’s guest is Chris Heffernan, Founder and CEO of dlivrd, a last-mile omnichannel logistics company, used primarily in the restaurant industry. From his start in telecommunications to competing with the biggest food delivery platforms, Chris takes us behind the scenes of running a delivery business. Brought to you by Rapi...

Welcome back to another episode of the Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today’s guest is Jason Cook, Managing Director at Ardent Global Logistics. From his start at the Port of Charleston, later gaining experience at Maersk, Kuehne + Nagel, and CMA CGM, Jason shares his insights into the world of logistics and the value of personal connections in business. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreight...

Welcome back to another episode of the Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today’s guest is Alison Cusack. We’re following her electrifying switch from engineering to maritime law to founding her own firm with a fresh perspective on the legal landscape of the shipping industry. Alison shares with us the empowerment of leading with authenticity and shares her insights on the unpredictability of ship...

Welcome back to The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. In this episode, we’re talking to Katie Keich, the dynamo behind Full Advantage LLC, a consulting firm. Katie’s story is a testament to the power of determination, showing us how lessons learned in the heat of high school basketball competition can translate to the boardroom. From her early days making waves at Worldwide Express to her entrepr...

In this episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics, we sit down with Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, President and Founder of FreightCaviar. Transitioning from working at a freight brokerage to traveling the world, sharing news and entertainment, Paul takes us through his path of building a massive following through social media. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .

In this episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics, we get to hear the story of Steve Schlecht, Founder of OB Logistics, recently acquired by Busk. Having a background in logistics and fulfillment, he brings us through his journey working at PepsiCo, and various start-ups. After learning the basics of buying and selling, and working for big companies, he started his own business at 30. Broug...

In this episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics, we sit down with Bart De Muynck, an Industry Thought Leader with over 30 years of supply chain and logistics experience. From working for 8 years as a VP of Research at Gartner to most recently serving as the Chief Industry Officer at project44, Bart takes us through the unexpected path of becoming a solopreneur as an Independent Advisor to...