Thomas Werdine

ThinkFreight

Business EN ↓ 93 episodes

Welcome to the ThinkFreight Podcast, the podcast for the curious minds of the freight industry. Join host Thomas Werdine, founder of ThinkFreight, as we explore the diverse niches within the freight industry, along with the biggest industry stories and market trends. Each episode features insightful conversations with thought leaders, sales executives, entrepreneurs, and innovators who share their unique experiences and the stories behind their success.  Together, we break down complex topics, uncover industry trends, and reveal the driving forces that keep the logistics and transportation sec...

Author

Thomas Werdine

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.thinkfreight.io

Latest episode

Jan 16, 2026

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Episodes

Episode #16: How Freight Brokers Can Simplify RFP Freight Bidding with Kevin Miles, Eureeka BI 20.10.2023

Join us on the ThinkFreight Podcast as we delve into freight bidding and RFPs with Kevin Miles, the Founder of Eureeka BI. Kevin shares the fascinating story of his journey, tracing back to his roots as a produce transportation manager. It was during this time that he discovered the glaring inefficiencies in the bidding processes for long-term projects, sparking the idea that led to the birth of E...

Episode #15: How to Build Relationships with Shippers with Matthew Chapa, Low Budget Logistics 18.10.2023

Join us on the ThinkFreight Podcast for an insightful conversation with Matthew Chapa from Low Budget Logistics and former logistics manager for FabFitFun. Matthew's journey into the world of logistics began during his early military days, and his subsequent transition to civilian life sparked a deep desire to expand his expertise in the field. His relentless drive to understand the intricaci...

Episode #14: Revolutionizing Freight Team Texting & Communication with Eric Rodriguez, VendorFlow 13.10.2023

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, join us for an inspiring conversation with Eric Rodriguez, the founder of VendorFlow, a groundbreaking platform that revolutionizes communication in the world of logistics. As we dive deeper into Eric's story, we learn about the incredible technologies he's worked on and how they served as the catalyst for founding VendorFlow. Eric and his tea...

Episode #13: Reviewing Bad Factoring Practices with Sean Smith, Denim 11.10.2023

Join us for an insightful conversation on the ThinkFreight Podcast with Sean Smith, Vice President of Product at Denim, as we delve into the intriguing journey that led him to the dynamic world of freight payments and factoring. Discover Sean's early experiences and the path that eventually brought him to Denim, where innovation and efficiency are at the forefront of the freight industry. In...

Episode #12: Marketing and Branding for Logistics Professionals with Jennifer Karpus Romain, TMSA 04.10.2023

Join us for an engaging conversation on the ThinkFreight Podcast with Jennifer Karpus-Romain, the Executive Director of TMSA (Transportation Marketing Sales Association), as she shares her unique journey into the world of freight. From her early aspirations at the New York Times to her unexpected adventures reporting on tires and rubber, Jennifer's path led her to discover her true home at TM...

Episode #11: Decoding The COI for Freight Brokers with Drew Singleton Wilder, COI Coach 03.10.2023

Join us on the ThinkFreight podcast as we delve into the world of freight and logistics with Drew Singleton Wilder, The COI Coach. Drew shares his journey from an early start in the industry and how his expertise in compliance led to something remarkable.  Together, we explore the intricacies of freight and the critical role of the Certificate of Insurance (COI) in combating fraud and double broke...

Episode #10: From Super Yachts to Freight Freight Fraud with Siofra Neary, Trustd 02.10.2023

Join us for an engaging episode where I had the pleasure of speaking with Siofra Neary, Director of Trustd, a UK-based Freight Tech company on a mission to combat fraud in the US market. Siofra's journey is a fascinating one, starting out in the world of super yachts, which, as she'll tell you, isn't all glitz and glamour. However, her true passion emerged when she ventured into tec...

Episode #9: Discovering the fascinating world of pallets with Jesse Taylor, Pallet Trader 22.09.2023

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of pallets with Jesse Taylor, a seasoned sales professional from PalletTrader. Jesse shares his life journey and how he found his niche in the freight industry, offering us a unique perspective on his experiences along the way. Discover the ins and outs of pallets, from their various types to their indispensable role in logistics and transportation. J...

Episode #8: How To Address Freight Fraud At The Core with Nathaniel Ebel, FreightValidate 13.09.2023

Join me in this enlightening episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast as I sit down with Nathaniel Ebel, the Director of Business Development at FreightValidate. With a remarkable 15-year background in scaling freight brokerage and asset-based operations, Nathaniel is a true expert in the field. We'll dive deep into the world of FreightValidate and uncover their inspiring mission. Our conversation...

Episode #7: From Basketball to Founder, Finding Your Path To Success with Josh Lyles, Salesdash CRM 23.08.2023

Dive into the inspiring journey of Josh Lyles, the visionary Founder of Salesdash CRM, in this captivating podcast episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast. Join us as we unravel the layers of Josh's life story, tracing his roots from a humble upbringing in GA to his determined rise through the ranks of the business world. Josh's trajectory was anything but ordinary. From his days as a D2 bas...

Episode #6: Truck Driver Wellness, Health, and Fitness with Dr. Mark Manera, SupplyChainFitness 16.08.2023

Dive into an insightful conversation on the latest episode of ThinkFreight Podcast as we sit down with a remarkable guest, Dr. Mark Manera, the visionary founder of SupplyChainFitness. In this captivating episode, we uncover the fascinating journey that led Dr. Manera to the dynamic world of supply chain health. Join us as we delve into Dr. Manera's early years and the intriguing twists and t...

Episode #5: Double Brokers, Insurance Fraud, and FMCSA with Dale Prax, FreightValidate 15.08.2023

Join us in this insightful episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast as we sit down with Dale Prax, the visionary founder of FreightValidate, to delve deep into the world of freight and transportation. In a candid conversation, Dale takes us on his journey, sharing how his passion for freight led him to establish FreightValidate and embark on a mission to transform the industry. We tackle a pressing con...

Episode #4: Dealing with non-competes, DAT vs Convoy, and TRAILERS with Matthew Leffler, Armchair Attorney 25.07.2023

 In this riveting episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, join us as we delve into the fascinating world of freight and logistics with none other than the Armchair Attorney himself, Matthew Leffler. With a background rooted in law, Matthew shares his incredible journey of how he found his passion for the dynamic industry that drives global trade. Discover the gripping tales of Matthew's introduc...

Episode #3: Scaling Operations From $1M to $20M in 3 Years with Justin Lu, EzPapel 19.07.2023

In this episode of the ThinkFreight Podcast, we dive into an insightful conversation with Justin Lu, the founder of Ezpapel.  We explore Justin's remarkable journey of scaling his father's trucking company from just three trucks and $1 million in revenue to an impressive 20 trucks and $20 million in revenue within a span of three years.  Discover the strategies, challenges, and lessons l...

Episode #2: Solving The Biggest Issue In Trucking with Evan Shelley, TruckParkingClub 27.06.2023

Truck parking is one of the biggest issues drivers face on a day-to-day basis, so I talked with Evan Shelley, Founder of TruckParkingClub.com. We talked about how he got into real estate at a young age, and how that shifted into truck parking and how he's trying to help drivers with one of their biggest pains.  Evan takes us on a journey on the ThinkFreight Podcast about how truck parking is...

ThinkFreight Podcast: Episode 2 PREVIEW | Evan Shelley, Founder of TruckParkingClub.com 26.06.2023

Join us on Tuesday as Evan Shelley, Founder of TruckParkingClub talks about how he got into real estate which morphed into truck parking, how big of an issue it actually is, and what TruckParkingClub is. Subscribe to our weekly freight newsletter: www.thinkfreight.io/subscribe LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/thinkfreight Twitter: www.twitter.com/thinkfreight Instagram: www.instagram.com/thinkfr...

Episode #1: Norman Zhao, HaulHero Inc, Fighting Double Brokers With Scorecard 20.06.2023

Join us as Norman Zhao takes us on a journey of how HaulHero, Inc. was founded, what his motivation is, and how HaulHero is helping crack down on double brokers with their double broker scorecard within their TMS. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/thinkfreight Twitter: www.twitter.com/thinkfreight Instagram: www.instagram.com/thinkfreight.io

ThinkFreight Podcast: Episode 1 PREVIEW | Norman Zhao, Founder of HaulHero Inc. 19.06.2023

Join us on Tuesday as Norman Zhao takes us on a journey of how HaulHero, Inc. was founded, what his motivation is, and how HaulHero is helping crack down on double brokers with their double broker scorecard within their TMS. Subscribe to our weekly freight newsletter: www.thinkfreight.io/subscribe LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/thinkfreight Twitter: www.twitter.com/thinkfreight Instagram: www....

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