The FreightCaviar Podcast

In this week’s episode of the FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Eduardo Chaim, CCO & Founder at VAX Solutions. He shares the story of his entry into the industry, his experience working at Coyote Logistics, and how the company impacted the way he runs VAX Solutions today. This episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, Highway and CloneOps. Interested in sponsoring our podcast? Send us an ema...

In this week’s episode of the FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with  Roberto Icaza , Co-Founder, President & COO at  Rapido Solutions Group . He talks about tariffs, shares tips on cultivating relationships with carriers and brokers in Mexico, and shares advice with young people wanting to find their path in logistics. This episode is sponsored by  Epay Manager, CtrlChain, and ShipperCRM.

In this week’s episode of the FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with the team from   WireBee ,  a fraud prevention technology software company. Co-founders  Andre Temnrod ,  Solomiya Tomkiv , and their Technical Co-Founder,  Alex Boruz , share the story behind WireBee ,  explain how their software detects fraudsters, and what they’re currently building. This episode is sponsored by Epay Manager,...

2025 is a challenging year for logistics. Fraud rates are through the roof, tariffs are putting the industry on a chokehold, and carrier rates have never been this low. Why is that? Join us for a conversation with OTR Solutions to uncover how they're taking advantage of the current state of the industry, and why they haven't stopped innovating at a time of uncertainty. This episode is spon...

After selling his freight company, David Bell didn’t retire—he started building something bigger. In this interview, he shares why he walked away, what he learned from the grind, and how CloneOps AI could transform the future of logistics. This episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, Ctrl Chain, and Highway. Interested in sponsoring our podcast? Send us an email at pbj@freightcaviar.com.

In this week’s episode of the FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Sarah Ruffcorn, President at Trinity Logistics. Sarah walks us through the process of becoming an agent at Trinity, discusses the company’s potential use of AI, and gives us a look at what's ahead for the future of the company. This week's episode is sponsored by Rapido, Epay Manager, and AscentTMS .Interested in sponsor...

A perfect storm of misaligned incentives and weak safeguards allowed fraudsters to slip through the cracks. In this week’s episode of the FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Mikhail Rasner, CEO & President of MiRUnited. He reveals the surprising truth about private equity and its impact on freight, shares powerful strategies to combat freight fraud, and discusses the realities of training...

In this week’s episode of the FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Michael Caney, Chief Commercial Officer at Highway. He shares his industry predictions for 2025, discusses strategies to combat freight fraud, and unveils Highway’s newest product. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, AmeriPol and WireBee. Interested in sponsoring our podcast? Send us an email at pbj@freightcavi...

In this week’s episode of the FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Jackie Jones, Chief Marketing Officer at Mesilla Valley Transportation, one of the largest private fleets in America. Jackie shares the key to the company’s success, why sustainability is essential in trucking, and what sets them apart from other fleets. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, AscendTMS and Freight...

In this week’s episode of the FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Luther Binford, who recently celebrated his 91st birthday, and still drives 600-700 miles a day with Mesilla Valley Transportation. With over 40 years on the road, he shares valuable advice for young truckers, reflects on the industry's changes, and reveals what he loves most about life behind the wheel. This week's episode is s...

In this FreightCaviar Podcast episode, we sat down with Aleksander Frelas, Founding Member of Velite.io, a cybersecurity services company. He discusses what sparked his passion for the industry, shares tips on preventing corporate hacks, and offers his insights into AI and its role in the industry. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, Levity.ai and TextLocate. Interested in sponso...

In this FreightCaviar Podcast episode, we sat down with Ellen Schwartz, the Founder of Ellevate Financial Services, a financial literacy program that is geared towards teaching people how to set themselves up for success after they get their CDL. She talks about her course, the importance of driver education beyond driving, and making knowledge accessible for all. This week's episode is sponso...

In this episode, we sit down with Mark McCullough, CEO at Gebrüder Weiss USA, a logistics company with a 500-year legacy in global freight. We dive into what it takes to thrive at Gebrüder Weiss, the key principles behind their success, and the future of logistics. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, TextLocate and AmeriPol. Interested in sponsoring our podcast? Send us an email at p...

In this FreightCaviar Podcast episode, John takes us through the journey of Triple T Transport, revealing how the company has evolved into an employee-owned enterprise that values quality and sustainable practices over unchecked growth. John discusses the decisions that led to embracing employee ownership. He highlights how this model not only empowers the team but also reinforces the company’s de...

Record Trade Deficit Hits $1.2T, NJ Trucking Exec in $4.6M Fraud, and Tariff Hike Shakes Shein. We break down everything you need to know. Want it in your inbox? Subscribe at  FreightCaviar.com .

GenLogs secures $14.6 million, Waabi teams up with Volvo, and spot rates rise 0.5%. We break down everything  you need to know.  Want it in your inbox?  Subscribe at  FreightCaviar.com .

The latest  tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China  could shake up freight. ArcBest’s Q4 struggles, Project44 vs. MyCarrier drama, and a $293M warehouse play. We break down everything  you need to know.  Want it in your inbox?  Subscribe at  FreightCaviar.com .

In this week’s episode of The FreightCaviar Podcast, we sit down with Travis Ahern, Co-Founder & COO at Double Diamond Transport, Inc., a logistics company. He shares the best advice he’s received on running a business, talks about the importance of a collective vision, accountability, and how thoughts shape the way we perceive others. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, Rapido S...

In today’s freight news for January 29th, 2025: A $200 million smuggling ring exposed at LA Ports, Nikola’s stock crashes 28%, electric truck sales stall, and more. Brought to you by Shipper CRM,  Greenscreens.ai , and Freight Flex.

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In this week’s episode of The FreightCaviar Podcast, we sit down with Desmond Clark, President of Bear Down Logistics, and former NFL player. We caught up with Desmond on his business. He also discusses strategies for maximizing productivity, talks value of quality over quantity, and the importance of taking a moment for yourself each day. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, Levity,...

In this week’s episode of The FreightCaviar Podcast, we sit down with Peter Katai, Executive Vice President Of Sales at BM2 Freight Services, Inc., and former American Backhaulers Account Executive. He shares insights into his early days in the industry, his experience working at the company in the 1990s, and what it was like working with industry legends Jeff Silver and Paul Loeb. This week's...

In this week’s episode of The FreightCaviar Podcast, we sit down with Cameron Ramsdell, the CEO of Armstrong Transport Group. He’s worked at Variant, Emerge, and spent more than a decade at Coyote Logistics. Last year he became the CEO of Armstrong. Cameron shares insights on how the company grew by 60% in 2024, offers his predictions on the impact of AI on the industry, and talks strategies for p...

This week, we sit down with Andy Hedrick, CEO of Green Path Tech and founder of Trucking Tower Leads. Andy shares how Trucking Tower Leads simplifies sales for brokers and fleets by providing accurate, actionable contact details for over 14,000 fleet executives. We also dive into: Why Trucking Tower Leads saves time and money compared to traditional lead-generation methods. The role of Green Path...

In this week’s episode of The FreightCaviar Podcast, we sit down with brothers Javier and Pablo Palafox, the Co-Founders of HappyRobot, an AI communication platform, built specifically for logistics. They discuss their vision for the company, the process behind making the software, and their thoughts on the future of the industry. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, Ameripol Staf...