The Freight Coach Podcast

Today's episode with Dan Lindsey discusses bridging gaps between carriers, brokers, and shippers, the rise of non-valuable content in the transportation space, highlighting good actors in the industry, and promoting partnerships by attending Broker-Carrier Summit events!   About Dan Lindsey Dan has been in the logistics industry since 2001 when he began working the preload shift for UPS. Since the...

Learn tons from this episode as Paul Estrada joins us to talk about the importance of performance metrics, overcoming the challenges of the current market condition, industry trends, supply and demand dynamics, and building relationships.   About Paul Estrada Paul Estrada stumbled into the freight and logistics industry in 2008 when he took a Management Trainee role at Niagara Bottling.  He was pa...

Why is developing relationships in the transportation industry a crucial component of success that everyone should prioritize? In today's episode with Yousif (Terry) Zegar, we'll revisit the aspects of a successful journey in the freight market - effective communication, high-quality services, problem-solving skills, strong partnerships, and customer satisfaction!   About Yousif (Terry) Zegar Yous...

We're back for another live show to talk about the freight industry's top headlines and today, we'll cover the disconnect between carriers and brokers in understanding each other's challenges, the implications of proposed federal changes regarding marijuana classification for safety-sensitive workers in the transportation sector, and potential risks of impaired driving due to drug use.   Resources...

Will AI replace human functions and manual labor in the freight industry?   This live episode covers most people's questions about AI and how its evolution may affect the transportation business, certain roles in the industry, and employees' efficiency and productivity.    Resources / References https://www.truckingdive.com/news/knight-swift-non-compete-david-jackson-ftc-rule/716864/   https://www...

Today, we've invited Matt Silver on the show to give us a clear overview of the Mexico market, cross-border transportation, the growth of Mexico's freight volume, and the increasing opportunity of investing and expanding your freight business in this market.   About Matt Silver Matt Silver is the Co-Founder and CEO of Cargado, an early stage technology startup revolutionizing how U.S.-Mexico cross...

Get tons of value from today's episode with Jesse Buckingham! Jesse talks about his journey into the transportation industry, his background in logistics technology, raising capital, and building relationships for long-term success in the trucking business!   About Jesse Buckingham Jesse is a founder of Vooma, an automation platform for freight brokers and carriers that automates email quoting and...

Today's live show with Sean Smith of Denim will teach us how to adapt to market shifts and optimize revenue streams! Sean also emphasizes the significance of managing broker margins, negotiating terms with partners, and strategic financial planning to navigate uncertainties in the freight industry.   About Sean Smith Sean Smith, VP of Product at Denim, has spent 10 years building and scaling produ...

Whether you're a driver or anyone in the transportation business, you must listen to this episode with Michael Lombard! This conversation with Mike revolved around transforming the trucking industry, elevating the standards, and changing cultural norms through personal excellence, physical fitness, and wellness.   About Michael Lombard Michael Lombard is a former Marine who came into Logistics spe...

Why are training, continuous learning, and personal development important for transportation professionals?  Tune in with today's live guest, Nick Dangles, speaking about enhancing productivity, brand representation within an organization, and mitigating risks associated with over-reliance on specific customers or commodities.   About Nick Dangles Nick Dangles is the Co-founder of Sync Logistics T...

In this episode, let's all hear Cody Koehler highlighting the reasons to build strong relationships with customers, regular and honest communication, and understanding customers' operations and key performance indicators to enhance service quality.    About Cody Koehler Cody is a 21-year veteran in supply chain/logistics. He has done just about everything in this industry minus holding his CDL (he...

We're back for another live discussion and today, let's talk about the impact of private fleets on the growth of US freight and market dynamics.   Resources / References https://www.eia.gov/   https://www.mikargo247.com/   Michele McGinnis' Episode: https://coffeewiththefreightcoach.libsyn.com/929-michele-mcginnis   Articles https://www.freightwaves.com/news/historic-trucking-rate-disparity-could-...

Learn how important insurance is in the transportation business in this episode with Michele McGinnis! Michele provides insurance solutions for carriers and brokers, their coverages, and the unique services offered by their platform, Mikargo247.   About Michele McGinnis Michele is the CEO and co-founder of MiKargo247, Insurtech for spot/single trip cargo insurance. Since its launch in 2021, Mikarg...

Today's live episode with Ari Ashe digs deeper into his insights on the current state of the intermodal market and its challenges, the impact of the rail business on shippers and providers, and ways to evaluate rail service performances!   About Ari Ashe Ari Ashe is a senior editor at the Journal of Commerce covering ports in the Southeast, intermodal rail, and trucking. Before joining the Journal...

Does it cause you too much stress to look for a reliable way to generate and organize your leads? Well, tune in to this episode for cost-efficient, simple, yet effective strategies to help you reach out to more potential clients and enhance your sales tactics!   📊📉 Don't miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! 🌎 🎬🎯 #TheFreightCoach Morning...

How important is building your brand and increasing your online presence in today's freight market? You shouldn't miss today's episode with Adam Robinson and his expertise in creating content and social media strategies for transportation professionals, and building authentic connections within the business!   About Adam Robinson Adam Robinson, TRA's Founder and CEO, has worked in sales and market...

We're back and we're thrilled to have JD Redmon on the show to discuss creative solutions for market challenges, alternative revenue streams, and business development strategies for owner-operators!   About JD Redmon JD is an experienced Fortune 500 executive and motivational team leader. He is known for team building, customer service, and having a passion for helping others achieve their goals....

Tune in for another practical advice on how you can improve and protect your business! Today, we'll cover two articles about the fuel and truckload pricing trends impacting freight movements, the supply and demand dynamics that affect shipping costs, and most importantly, the rising cargo theft and some preventive measures such as asset tracking and vetting partners.   References/Resources  https:...

Overcome your challenges and thrive in an uncertain market in this conversation with Cameron Pechia! Cam tells us how to take advantage of the freight market's future growth and gradual improvements, the importance of understanding long-term trends for strategic decision-making, personal connections, and hardwork. Be sure to check this out!   About Cameron Pechia Cameron is the founder of Valley T...

Join us for another episode where you'll gain tons of insights and business strategies to thrive in the freight market! Today, Lorena Camargo spills the secrets to her company's growth and success, long-term client relationships, personal networking, and sales tactics!   About Lorena Camargo Lorena Camargo has been living logistics from a young age, igniting her journey at 17 within the industry....

Tune in to today's #TheFreightCoach Morning Live Show as we'll talk about the bidding in the transportation industry, the impact of international road check on capacity, adapting business development strategies, and making necessary adjustments for the scalability of your business.   📊📉 Don't miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! 🌎 🎬🎯 #Th...

Jason Miller joins us to tackle incorporating macro data into decision-making, strategic planning for daily operations, and the importance of niche markets and personalized attention to succeed in challenging times when larger companies favor  bigger  clients.   About Jason Miller Jason Miller (PhD The Ohio State University) is Eli Broad Professor in Supply Chain Management at Michigan State Unive...

Chadd Olesen is back for another insightful conversation about the latest on the freight market! Today, we'll delve deeper into automation, partnerships, efficient processes, and cost management.   About Chadd Olesen Chadd is the CEO and co-founder of AVRL.  For nearly a decade,  Chadd has been an entrepreneur, marketer, and technology leader. In  2017 ,  Chadd and his team launched AVRL to connec...

📊📉 Don't miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! 🌎   🎬🎯 #TheFreightCoach Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors! https://www.denim.com/ https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/ https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carr...

📊📉 Don't miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! 🌎   🎬🎯 #TheFreightCoach Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors! https://www.denim.com/ https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/ https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carr...