This is Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast. Join host Brent Hutto as he explores the… world of trucking and freight management. We're diving deep into the freight industry and uncovering why the trucking industry is more crucial now than ever before. Listen to uncover the driving forces behind successful trucking businesses and hear from the hardworking truckers who keep the world moving. Get ready to hit the road with us!
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Mastering Pricing Strategies in the Freight Industry with Beau King of FreightWaves
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Beau King, Senior Director of Global Markets at FreightWaves. Join them as they explore: Beau’s career journey Technology and automation Data analysis The intersection between different roles in the industry The importance of pricing Beau King is the former Directo…
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Trucking's Vital Role in Disaster Relief with Kathy Fulton of American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN)
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Kathy Fulton, Executive Director of the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN). Join them as they explore: Kathy’s career journey The purpose of ALAN and how it helps during crisis situations The challenges of leading an organization that relies on outside involveme…
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Strategic Fuel Expense Planning with Jessica Dotson of Multi Service Fuel Card
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Jessica Dotson, Director of Business Development and Account Management at Multi Service Fuel Card. Join them as they explore: Jessica’s career journey The benefits of using fuel cards The importance of having operational savings Valuable advice for truckers lookin…
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There is Always a Plan B with Ingrid Brown of Rollin’ B
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Ingrid Brown, Owner and Principal of Rollin’ B. Join them as they explore: The integral role Ingrid’s parents played in her transportation journey Being a woman in a male-dominated industry The importance of never giving up and seeking help And more! Ingrid is a pr…
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How Will Hopkins Founded a Successful Dispatching Business One Year into his Logistics Career
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Will Hopkins, Founder of BlackBox Logistics. Join them as they explore: Transitioning from dispatching to a brokerage The challenges of starting a new business Why Will initially began in dispatching before moving to brokerage And more! Will is Founder of BlackBox …
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We Are Family: Navigating the Family Dynamics of Burns Logistics with Ed Burns
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Ed Burns, CEO of Burns Logistics. Join them as they explore: The ups and downs of Ed’s entrepreneurial career How to navigate family dynamics in business Burns Logistics’ unique business model And more! Ed is CEO of his family business, Burns Logistics, a transport…
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Is De Minimis Exploitation? Uncovering Logistics Trends with Cathy Roberson
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Cathy Roberson, Founder and President of Logistics Trends & Insights LLC. Join them as they explore: How to engage with data in blogs, newsletters, and podcasts The de minimis rule and how it is being addressed in legislation Technology’s impact on the logistics in…
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Building Strong Relationships in the Freight Transportation Industry with Sarah Ruffcorn of Trinity Logistics
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Sarah Ruffcorn, the President of Trinity Logistics. Join them as they explore: Building relationships with carriers The challenges and benefits of evaluating and implementing technology in the industry Why leadership is a constant learning process Sarah’s experienc…
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Behind the Scenes of Transportation Insurance with Chad Eichelberger of Reliance Partners
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Chad Eichelberger, President of Reliance Partners. Join them as they explore: The necessity of grit and contingency plans for managing challenging markets How to scale an insurance company What insurance agencies are looking at when in talks with freight brokers An…
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Navigating the Challenges of the Trucking Market: Insights from Canadian Owner-Operator Samuel Bissonette
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Samuel Bissonnette, a Canadian owner-operator. Join them as they discuss: Samuel’s journey in the trucking industry The significance of providing good service to brokers and customers The challenges faced in the current market Why passion for trucking is crucial fo…
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Bridging the Gap: The Importance of Trucking Education with Lindsay Trent of the Next Generation in Trucking Association
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Lindsey Trent, the President and co-Founder of the Next Generation in Trucking Association. Together they discuss: The importance of career technical education Promoting trucking as a positive career choice to young people The work of Lindsey’s company, the Next Ge…
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Maximizing Profits and Efficiency: Building Strong Carrier-Broker Relationships with Tyler Johnston of Mercer Transportation
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Tyler Johnston, the Director of Operations at Mercer Transportation. Together they explore: The importance of building strong relationships between carriers and brokers in the trucking industry The need for effective communication and negotiation skills in order to…
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What the Truck?! Rewiring for Success with Timothy Dooner
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Timothy Dooner, WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Host & Producer at FreightWaves and SiriusXM. Join them as they explore: The importance of consistency and dedication in maintaining podcast success Leveraging partnerships and sponsorships for podcast growth and sustainability Pur…
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The Role of Building Trust, Slow Growth, and Quality Content in Business Success with Paul Jaroslawski
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Paul Jaroslawski, President and Founder of Freight Caviar and co-founder of Shipper CRM. Join them as they explore: The importance of understanding different cultures in business Embracing slow growth and quality over quantity The value of face-to-face interactions…
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Overcoming self-doubt and embracing entrepreneurship with Trey Griggs of BETA Consulting Group
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Trey Griggs, Founder and CEO of BETA Consulting Group. Join them as they explore: Trey’s childhood trips in his Dad’s truck Why he chose to found his own business His struggles with self-confidence His advice on turning customers into fans! Trey has been consulting…
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Changing the Way Owner-Operators Think with Todd Amen of ATBS
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Todd Amen, President and CEO of ATBS. Join them as they explore: How Todd and his brothers learnt their work ethic from their father The challenges of getting drivers interested in ATBS’ services What it’s like to work with your brothers And much more! Todd is Pres…
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Navigating Trucking Law with Attorney Marc Blubaugh
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Marc Blubaugh, Partner at Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan and Aronoff. Join them as they explore: The importance of being aware of laws that affect your business early on Why contracts need to be central to broker-carrier relationships The widespread implications of A…
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Rethinking Trucking Standards with Joel Morrow of Alpha Drivers Testing & Consulting
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Joel Morrow, CEO of Alpha Drivers Testing & Consulting. Join them as they explore: A new model for fair compensation and safer roads in the trucking space How efficiency challenges led to a breakthrough in fleet management Why the 6x2 axle configurations work bette…
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The State of Global Transportation with Lee Klaskow of Bloomberg Intelligence
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Lee Klaskow, Senior Analyst of Freight Transportation and Logistics at Bloomberg Intelligence and Host of Talking Transports. Join them as they explore: How Lee moved from Wall Street to transportation The current state of the global markets How transportation and …
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The Power of Community in Trucking with Mutha Trucker News' Alex Mai
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Alex Mai, Owner and voice of Mutha Trucker News. Join them as they explore: The backstory of Mutha Trucker The importance of relationships and communication in the trucking industry What businesses are doing wrong on social media And much more! Alex is the voice of…
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Trucking's Hidden Weapon: How Kevin Rutherford Helps Owner-Operators Succeed
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Kevin Rutherford, Owner and Presenter of LetsTruck. Join them as they explore: How few educational opportunities exist for owner-operators How Kevin got started in trucking, writing, and radio Turning four years of working through severe debt into a business opport…
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Navigating the Jump from Brokerage to Journalism with Grace Sharkey of FreightWaves
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Grace Sharkey, the host of FreightWaves Drive Time on SiriusXM. Join them as they explore: The power of a scrappy attitude Why investments in people are more important than investments in tech Challenges of transitioning from a brokerage to journalism And much more…
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Inside the Mid-America Trucking Show with Show Manager Toby Young
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Toby Young, Show Manager for the Mid-America Trucking Show. Join them as they explore: Handling conflict resolution in a family business How to lead by example How the Mid-America Trucking Show has changed its direction to reflect attendee feedback And much more! A…
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Ignoring Safety Is Not A Risk Worth Taking with Sam Watts of Wattsmen Diesel House
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Sam Watts, Owner of Wattsmen Diesel House and Safety Supervisor for Meiborg Brothers. Join them as they explore: How to build out a safety program The seven safety categories everybody in trucking should know Why you should never ignore safety And much more! The pe…
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From Production Line to Director of Transportation Strategy: A Supply Chain Journey with Rob Haddock
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Rob Haddock, Transportation Consultant for Albedo Logistics. Join them as they explore: How experience on the production line helped to shape Rob’s approach to supply chain management What it was like to be in charge of the supply chain for summer Olympic events Wh…
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Six Entrepreneurial Pro Tips with Seretha Willingham, CEO and Founder of SJW Logistics
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Seretha Willingham, CEO and Founder of SJW Logistics. Join them as they explore Seretha’s six pro tips for logistics entrepreneurship: Plan your work Be prepared to pivot off of a bad idea Use your market intelligence by leveraging data Do your homework Make sure y…
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Compliance Isn’t Just a Box to Tick with Rob Carpenter, President of Carpenter Compliance
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Rob Carpenter, President of Carpenter Compliance. Join them as they: Explore what led Rob into compliance Explain why compliance doesn’t protect you from exposure Highlight the importance of explaining the why behind processes Discuss the biggest mistakes smaller c…
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From Casual Coder to Business Owner: Reed Loustalot and LOSTFR8’s Journey
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Reed Loustalot, Co-Founder of LOSTFR8. Join them as they: Delve into the conversation that led to LOSTFR8’s foundations Explain what opportunities LOSTFR8 creates for carriers Explore the power of social media for branding And more! Reed Loustalot is the “Chief Eve…
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The Red Sea Crisis’ Impact on Freight with Christopher Chase of the Port of Los Angeles
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Christopher Chase, Assistant Director of Marketing for the Port of Los Angeles. Join them as they: Explore the situation in the Red Sea Discuss the global impact of shipping lines shifting away from the Red Sea Consider how to effectively manage the challenges faci…
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From One Truck to Large Brokerage: PDQ America’s Story with Michael Clements and Aaron Dunn
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Aaron Dunn, Director of Sales and Marketing at PDQ America, and Michael Clements, President at PDQ America. Join them as they: Dig into the story behind PDQ America Explore PDQ’s pretty darn quick attitude Share the conversation that led to their podcast, Trucking …
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How Do You Solve a Problem Like Bad Carriers? With Cassandra Gaines, Founder and CEO of Carrier Assure
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Cassandra Gaines, Founder and CEO of Carrier Assure. Tune in to hear Cassandra’s story, how she suddenly found herself in the world of trucking law, and how her years in multiple businesses led to her devising the software system Carrier Assure that would change th…
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Combating Human Trafficking in the Trucking Industry with Laura Cyrus, Senior Director of Industry Training and Outreach for Truckers Against Trafficking
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Laura Cyrus, Senior Director of Industry Training and Outreach for Truckers Against Trafficking. Join them as they: Discuss Laura's journey into the world of advocating against human trafficking Elaborate on the free training and materials they give to create aware…
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Delivering the Capitol Christmas Tree with Tim Dean, Jesus Davila, Steve and Gina Jones
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In this special holiday episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto brings together truck drivers from Werner Transportation, Tim Dean, Jesus Davila, Steve and Gina Jones, to discuss their unique journey delivering the 2023 Christmas tree from West Virginia to the nation's Capital. Join them as they: Celebrate delivering the Cap…
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Frozen Freight: How Nicole Glenn of Candor Expedite is Revolutionizing the Trucking World
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Nicole Glenn, Founder and CEO of Candor Expedite. Join them as they: Delve into Nicole’s unexpected entrance to trucking Discuss Nicole’s decision to found her own business Explore the highs and lows of expedited work Explain Nicole’s recent foray into frozen freig…
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The Capitol Christmas Tree Mission with Ed and Deb Kingdon of Hardy Brothers Trucking
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Ed and Deb Kingdon of Hardy Brothers Trucking. Join them as they: Discuss their journey to truck driving Delve into the intricacies of team driving Highlight some of the negatives of truck driving Explore the mission of delivering the Capitol Christmas tree And mor…
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A History of the Brenny Transportation Empire with CEO and Founder Joyce Brenny
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Joyce Brenny, CEO and Founder of Brenny Transportation. Join them as they: Discuss the moments that led to the founding of Brenny Transportation Delve into the reasons Brenny Transportation is the empire it is today Highlight Joyce’s advocacy work for truckers ever…
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Football, Motivational Speaking, and Trucking: The Story Behind Bear Down Logistics with President Desmond Clark
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Desmond Clark, President of Bear Down Logistics. Join them as they: Discuss Desmond’s transition from NFL to logistics Delve into the stress of getting your first customer Explore Desmond’s mindset for success Share advice for anyone getting started in logistics An…
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From Real Estate to Trucking? Evan Shelley’s Journey to Solving the Truck Parking Crisis
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Evan Shelley, Co-Founder and CEO of Truck Parking Club. Join them as they: Explore Evan’s transition from real estate to truck parking Discuss the challenges of starting a company and building out a product Examine how the Truck Parking Club app solves the parking …
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Navigating Carrier-Broker Relationships with Tyler Johnston, Director of Operations at Mercer Transportation
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Tyler Johnston, Director of Operations at Mercer Transportation. Join them as they: Explore what sets Mercer apart from other truckload carriers Share advice for managing negotiations between carriers and brokers Examine the three ways customers send carriers freig…
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How Rahmel Wattley Built The Truck N’ Hustle Community
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Rahmel Wattley, Founder of Truck N’ Hustle. Join them as they: Explore Rahmel’s start in dispatching Discuss Rahmel’s first entrepreneurial venture: Ultimate Driver Staffing Shine a light on the impetus behind the FreighFest conference And more! Rahmel Wattley is t…
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Changing the Trucking Industry for Women with Ellen Voie, Founder of the Women In Trucking Association
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Ellen Voie, Founder of the Women In Trucking Association. Join them as they: Discuss the early days of the Women In Trucking Association Explore Ellen’s drive to get more data on gender disparity in the trucking industry Delve into the wins and challenges the Assoc…
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What Every Owner-Operator Needs to Know with Adam Wingfield, Founder of Innovative Logistics Group
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Adam Wingfield, Founder and Managing Director of Innovative Logistics Group. Join them as they: Delve into the educational side of Innovative Logistics Group Explore why Adam wishes he’d hired more people sooner when founding Innovative Logistics Group Shine a ligh…
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How to Average 10 Miles per Gallon with Henry Albert, President of Albert Transport
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Henry Albert, President of Albert Transport Join them as they: Discuss Henry’s career journey to running Albert Transport Shine a light on Henry’s top tip for convincing a shipper to use him to haul freight Explore how Henry now averages at 10 miles per gallon of f…
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