The Future of Ground Transportation

How do you take an MIT invention that "reinvents the wheel" and turn it into a global transportation solution? Host Daniel Perez sits down with Will Graylin, CEO of indiGOtech, to find out.indiGOtech is building the next generation of highly efficient EVs specifically for local delivery and ride-hailing fleets. But building the vehicle is only half the battle. Will explains how Indigo is...

In this episode of The Future of Ground Transportation, host Daniel Perez sits down with Sandra Phillips, CEO of Modo, North America's oldest and first car-sharing cooperative. Sandra provides a masterclass on the complex world of shared mobility, built on 29 years of real-world experience. We explore the two fundamental challenges holding back mass adoption: the technical hurdle of building E...

In this episode of The Future of Ground Transportation, host Daniel Perez sits down with Blaise Sullivan, Program Director of the Boston CDL Driving School. Blaise shares his journey of revitalizing a dormant educational program and the strategic operational shifts required to build a high-performance training facility from the ground up. We explore the critical intersection of workforce developme...

In this episode of The Future of Ground Transportation, host Daniel Perez sits down with Drake Bauer, Co-Founder and CEO of Proaction, a groundbreaking workspace platform designed to transform fleet management. Drake shares his journey and the mission behind Proaction: to provide modular solutions that eliminate the inefficiencies of outdated, disconnected systems. We explore how Proaction is movi...

In this high-impact episode, host Daniel Perez sits down with mobility and autonomy expert Nandini Maheshwari (Uber Director) to break down the critical factors driving the future of ground transportation. From scaling billion-dollar companies to the technological pivot to AI-led autonomous development, Nandini offers an unparalleled, data-driven look at the opportunities and obstacles ahead.👏 We...

Who will win the race for the future of mobility? While the West protects its legacy industries, China is building a new, integrated high-tech ecosystem from the ground up. Host Daniel Perez welcomes Automobility Limited CEO Bill Russo for an insider's look at this global paradigm shift. This discussion is essential for understanding the future of your investments, business strategy, and the g...

Welcome to "The Future of Ground Transportation"! In this episode, host Daniel Perez sits down with David "Nemo" Neal, Chief of Design at Mozee, for an in-depth exploration of autonomous shuttle technology and its impact on urban mobility. Discover Mozee's innovative approach to self-driving vehicles, including their unique "mobile architectural space" design philosophy and their strategic decisio...

What if we could fix traffic, improve safety, and build better cities using smarter policies instead of just more concrete? In this powerful episode, host Daniel Perez is joined by Michael Replogle, a veteran of transportation policy, to explore the innovative solutions that are reshaping our urban landscapes. Michael draws from his experience as a former NYC DOT Deputy Commissioner to reveal how...

How does a small, family-run business with four buses grow into a dominant transport platform through 11 acquisitions? In this episode of The Future of Ground Transportation, we go down under to speak with Stuart Stratton from Con-X-ion in Australia. We dive deep into their journey of growth, adaptation, and cutting-edge tech adoption. Stuart shares how his team is using AI to radically accelerate...

In this deep-dive on electric bus adoption, autonomous driving, and long-term business strategy, host and industry leader Daniel Perez sits down with Paul Blaguss, a third-generation leader of the 100-year-old Blaguss Group. This episode provides an executive-level analysis of how to manage and scale a massive passenger transportation operation, including a fleet of 600 buses, 200 vans, and a grou...

What if you could automate the most tedious parts of running your transportation business? In this episode, host Daniel Perez sits down with Pete Evenson, COO of Moovs, to reveal how modern AI can dramatically increase your fleet's efficiency and profitability. Pete shares how their all-in-one platform replaces the chaos of multiple tools with a single, intelligent system. Learn how AI-powered...

Is your fleet ready for the next energy transition? The push to decarbonize is real, but choosing the right technology is critical. In this powerful episode, host Daniel Perez is joined by Dmitry Serov, CEO of Hyroad Energy, to explore why hydrogen, not just batteries, is the key to the future of ground transportation. Dmitry provides a masterclass on the operational advantages of hydrogen fuel ce...

In this episode of The Future of Ground Transportation, host Daniel Perez speaks with Dhruvil Sanghvi, CEO of LogiNext, to explore how AI, automation, and data visibility are changing the way logistics works at every level. Dhruvil shares insights from building one of the most advanced logistics operating systems on the market, now powering delivery operations for over 200 enterprise clients globa...

This episode of The Future of Ground Transportation features an in-depth conversation with Dean Vicha, President of NationaLease, who brings over three decades of invaluable experience from the front lines of the truck leasing and transportation industry. Daniel Perez and Dean Vicha explore his remarkable journey, starting as a truck driver and rising to lead a major North American leasing organiz...

In this episode of The Future of Ground Transportation, Daniel Perez welcomes Will Waller, Director and Partner at Kyndryl, for a conversation that bridges transportation, IT resilience, and digital transformation. With decades of experience across public and private sectors, Will shares insights on how aging transportation infrastructure can be modernized through IT innovation, and how organizati...

In this episode of The Future of Ground Transportation, Daniel Perez welcomes Anna Brackenhofer, an Energy Program Analyst at PowerOptions, to discuss fleet electrification and sustainability solutions for nonprofit organizations. Anna shares insights into PowerOptions’ mission as a nonprofit consortium and how they assist public entities and nonprofit organizations in navigating the complex lands...

In this episode of  The Future of Ground Transportation ,  Daniel Perez  speaks with  Rhys Webb  and  Elijah Sinclair  from  Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC)  to discuss the future of clean transportation. MassCEC plays a pivotal role in  accelerating clean energy initiatives  and  reducing greenhouse gas emissions  across Massachusetts. The discussion covers the  Mass Fleet Advisor Pro...

In this episode, host Daniel Perez welcomes John Andoh, an industry expert with 24 years of experience in public transit. As General Manager of the Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA), John discusses the evolution of transit systems, from traditional fixed routes to on-demand microtransit services like RABA’s "Runabout" program. The conversation also dives into zero-emission vehicle adopti...

In this episode, Daniel Perez sits down with Brooke Ramsey, Business Manager at Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency – HIRTA and Josh Albertson, Director of Advisory Services at Flexlynqs, to discuss transformative projects in public transportation. They highlight the Health Connector Project, an innovative initiative aimed at improving healthcare access in Iowa through on-demand transit, advance...

Welcome to a brand-new episode of The Future of Ground Transportation ! In this captivating conversation, host Daniel Perez sits down with Brett Barenholtz , the CEO of Above All Transportation, Boston Car Service, ETS, and Maine Limo, as well as the President of the National Limousine Association. Brett takes us on a journey through his 35+ years in the transportation industry, sharing how he bui...

In this insightful episode of “ The Future of Ground Transportation” Podcast , host  Daniel Perez  chats with  Anthony Tivnan , Founder and President of  Magellan Jets . Anthony shares his journey in the private aviation sector, starting over 23 years ago and leading up to his role at Magellan Jets, a top player in the asset-light aviation model. The discussion explores the evolving private aviati...

In this episode of „The Future of Ground Transportation“ Podcast, host Daniel Perez sits down with Emory Mills, Senior Vice President of FTC Transportation, to discuss the critical role of safety and advanced technology in the transportation industry. With over 24 years of experience, Emory provides valuable insights into how FTC Transportation has leveraged artificial intelligence (AI) and dashca...

In this episode of „The Future of Ground Transportation“ podcast, host Daniel Perez sits down with John Perry, Director of Strategy and Growth at DPV. John brings years of experience in the transportation and logistics industry, including managing fleets and operations. In this insightful conversation, John delves into the intricacies of managed transportation services, the challenges of implement...

In this episode of The Future of Ground Transportation, host Daniel Perez sits down with Joshua Feast, the CEO and co-founder of Cogito, a company at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. With an MBA from MIT and years of experience in AI, Joshua shares his journey from basic research to founding Cogito, a company that enhances human interactions with AI. Joshua discusses the c...

In this episode of "The Future of Ground Transportation," host Daniel interviews Wilfredo Guzman, Program Director of Boston CDL Driving School. Wilfredo shares his journey in the transportation sector and discusses how Boston CDL Driving School is disrupting and innovating driver training. They delve into the process of obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), job placement op...