Best Eld Data Podcasts (2025)

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Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency, and Context Matter with Dawn Favier 48:25

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In “Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency and Context Matter”, Joe Lynch and Dawn Salvucci-Favier, President of Triumph, discuss how accuracy, transparency, and network connectivity are the new drivers for precision and confidence in the logistics industry. About Dawn Favier Dawn Salvucci-Favier serves as President of Triumph’s Intelligence s…

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Beyond the Mega Shipper: Finding Untapped Demand with Shan Wu 43:48

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In “Beyond the Mega Shipper: Finding Untapped Demand”, Joe Lynch and Shan Wu, Co-founder of breadd.ai, discuss the massive, yet often overlooked, opportunity in the mid-market. This essential pivot from chaotic prospecting to laser-focused selling is what breadd.ai helps brokers achieve. About Shan Wu Shan Wu is the cofounder of breadd.ai. As a li…

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The Margin Compression Playbook: The Essential Strategies for Brokerage Survival with Kevin Hill 46:12

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In “The Margin Compression Playbook: The Essential Strategies for Brokerage Survival”, Joe Lynch and Kevin Hill, Head of Sales at CarrierSource.io and Founder and owner of Brush Pass Research, discuss how freight brokerages can utilize specialized data, technology, and superior carrier quality to overcome margin pressure and secure long-term viabil…

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Sales Insights for Logistics Leaders with Trey Griggs 36:37

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In “Sales Insights for Logistics Leaders”, Joe Lynch and Trey Griggs, Founder and Chief Encouragement Officer of BETA Consulting Group, discuss the strategy for logistics leaders to build a trusted brand and create sales momentum using clear messaging, social proof (testimonials), and self-awareness to replace reliance on their shrinking profession…

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Private Fleet Net Zero: The Deadhead is Dead with Russ Jones 46:46

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In “Private Fleet Net Zero: The Deadhead is Dead”, Joe Lynch and Russell Jones, CEO & Co-founder of Private Fleet Net Zero, discuss how PFNZ is using AI to eliminate the deadhead of private fleets, turning empty miles into profitable, superior capacity while simultaneously driving significant progress toward net zero. About Russ Jones Russell Jones…

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Long Beach: Port of the Future with Dr. Noel Hacegaba 40:49

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In “Long Beach: Port of the Future”, Joe Lynch and Dr. Noel Hacegaba, Chief Operating Officer of the Port of Long Beach, a global leader in green port initiatives and top-notch customer service, moving cargo with reliability, speed and efficiency. As the premier U.S. gateway for trans-Pacific trade, the Port handles trade valued at $300 billion ann…

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Smarter Landside Logistics with Brian Kobza 35:11

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In “Smarter Landside Logistics”, Joe Lynch and Brian Kobza, Chief Commercial Officer at IMC Logistics, discuss leveraging IMC's asset-based capacity, actionable visibility, and end-to-end services—all underpinned by strong relationships—is essential for achieving greater control and cargo velocity in the critical first and last mile of the supply c…

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How Tive is Making Supply Chain Safer and Smarter with Richie Daigle 1:00:23

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In “How Tive is Making Supply Chain Safer and Smarter”, Joe Lynch and Richie Daigle, Enterprise Account Executive at Tive, discuss how Tive's comprehensive solution of hardware, software, and 24/7 monitoring provides real-time, end-to-end visibility for sensitive and high-value cargo to prevent theft, damage, and spoilage through data-driven decisi…

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From Deal Flow to Data Flow: Investing in the Freight Market with Ben Gordon 42:58

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In “From Deal Flow to Data Flow: Investing in the Freight Market”, Joe Lynch and Ben Gordon, Founder and Managing Partner of Cambridge Capital, discuss the evolution of investment in the supply chain sector, highlighting the shift from traditional deals to a focus on leveraging data and technology for strategic growth. About Ben Gordon Benjamin Gor…

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The M&A Playbook for Logistics Leaders with Spencer Tenney 49:20

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In “The M&A Playbook for Logistics Leaders”, Joe Lynch and Spencer Tenney, President & CEO of Tenney Group, discuss the current state of mergers and acquisitions in the logistics sector, offering key insights on how business leaders can navigate a more selective market, build value, and secure successful deals. About Spencer Tenney Spencer Tenney s…

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AI Literacy in Logistics with Gather AI's Andrew Hoffman 59:12

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In “AI Literacy in Logistics with Gather AI's Andrew Hoffman”, Joe Lynch and Andrew Hoffman, CTO at Gather AI, discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming warehouse operations by using visual data from drones and other machines to identify issues, suggest next steps, and ultimately improve efficiency and accuracy. About Andrew Hoffman Andre…

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Intermodal Expo 2025: Unpacking Cargo Theft, AI, and M&A with Anne Reinke 55:47

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In “Intermodal Expo 2025: Unpacking Cargo Theft, AI, and M&A”, Joe Lynch and Anne Reinke, President & CEO of IANA, discuss the critical issues and forward-looking trends that are shaping the future of the intermodal freight industry. About Anne Reinke Anne Reinke became the Intermodal Association of North America’s third President & CEO in December…

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Inside the DAT - Convoy Platform Deal: What This Acquisiton Means for the Freight Market with Bill Driegert 53:29

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In “Inside the DAT - Convoy Platform Deal: What This Acquisiton Means for the Freight Market”, Joe Lynch and Bill Driegert, EVP of Convoy Platform - DAT Freight & Analytics, discuss how the integration of the Convoy Platform's automation and AI technology with DAT's massive freight marketplace will help brokers combat fraud, increase efficiency, an…

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How Humanoid Robots are Shaping the Future of Logistics with Parker Conroy 55:21

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In “How Humanoid Robots are Shaping the Future of Logistics”, Joe Lynch and Parker Conroy, Head of Product at Apptronik, discuss how Apollo, a human-centered, AI-powered humanoid robot, is set to transform the industry by working alongside humans to fill labor gaps and perform a wide range of tasks in a safe and efficient manner. About Parker Conro…

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The C.H. Robinson Perspective: Navigating the Next Era with Michael Castagnetto 50:17

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In “The C.H. Robinson Perspective: Navigating the Next Era”, Joe Lynch and Michael Castagnetto, President of North American Surface Transportation at C.H. Robinson, discuss how the company's people-first culture and commitment to developing its employees drive its ability to solve complex logistics challenges and innovate for the future. About Mich…

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Tiana Joins the Team! 45:36

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Newest team member Tiana Schowe, CPCU sits down with Spencer Mitchell to discuss Tiana's rich industry experience, her hopes for the future, and the dynamic landscape of telematics in commercial auto insurance.By Spencer Mitchell, CEO of TruckerCloud

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REPOST: Blind Spots & Bottlenecks: Unmasking the Hidden Enemies of Supply Chain with Briana Birkholz 44:00

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Briana Birkholz and Joe Lynch discuss blind spots & bottlenecks: unmasking the hidden enemies of supply chain. Briana is the Vice President of Product Management for the 3PL market segment at SPS Commerce, the world’s leading retail network, connecting trading partners around the globe to optimize supply chain operations for all retail partners. Ab…

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Project 61: The Mission to Give Truckers a Longer, Healthier Life with Jeremy ReymerProject 61: The Mission to Give Truckers a Longer, Healthier Life with Jeremy Reymer 53:09

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In “Project 61: The Mission to Give Truckers a Longer, Healthier Life”, Joe Lynch and Jeremy Reymer, the Founder and CEO of Project 61, discuss the shocking statistic that the average life expectancy of a truck driver is just 61 years and the organization's mission to address this health crisis. About Jeremy Reymer Jeremy Reymer is a recognized lea…

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The Dark Funnel Demystified: Unlocking Hidden Sales with Jennie Malafarina 1:03:14

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In “The Dark Funnel Demystified: Unlocking Hidden Sales”, Joe Lynch and Jennie Malafarina, the CEO of Virago Marketing, discuss how businesses can drive measurable revenue growth by understanding and leveraging the invisible customer journey. About Jennie Malafarina Jennie Malafarina is the CEO of Virago Marketing, a Cleveland-based agency helping …

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The Skill Gap Epidemic: How Untrained Workers Are Holding You Back with Cary Dittmann 51:14

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In “The Skill Gap Epidemic: How Untrained Workers Are Holding You Back”, Joe Lynch and Cary Dittmann, the the Chief Operating Officer at FreightPath, discuss the critical challenges facing the global logistics industry and how targeted workforce development is essential for overcoming the widening skills gap. About Cary Dittman Cary Dittmann is the…

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Freight Downturn: What Winners Do to Gain Ground with Nick Klingensmith 55:22

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In “Freight Downturn: What Winners Do to Gain Ground”, Joe Lynch and Nick Klingensmith, the Founder of Stride Motivation, discuss how professionals can adopt an endurance athlete's mindset to overcome fear, rejection, and self-limiting beliefs in the face of a challenging freight market. About Nick Klingensmith After being thrown out of a Las Vegas…

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Warp is The LTL Network of the Future with Daniel Sokolovsky 54:39

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In “Warp is The LTL Network of the Future”, Joe Lynch and Daniel Sokolovsky, the Co-Founder and CEO of Warp, discuss how Warp's technology-powered freight network is modernizing LTL logistics across the U.S. by connecting shippers, cross-docks, and carriers through a single operating system to enable flexible, efficient, and highly visible freight …

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From Farm to Fork: A Broker's Guide to Food Safety and Cold Chain Logistics with Brian Hastings 44:23

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In “From Farm to Fork: A Broker's Guide to Food Safety and Cold Chain Logistics”, Joe Lynch and Brian Hastings, the CEO and Co-founder of Veritas Logistics, discuss the critical role of human-centric logistics and strong partnerships in ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of food. About Brian Hastings Brian Hastings is the CEO and Co-fo…

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CHAINge, AI and the Future of Freight with Bart A. De Muynck 1:13:38

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In “CHAINge, AI, and the Future of Freight”, Joe Lynch and Bart De Muynck, an industry expert and thought leader with over 30 years of supply chain and logistics experience across the globe, discuss how artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are reshaping the logistics landscape and what the future holds for global freight. About Bart A.…

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Safeguarding Your Shipments: Denim's Insights on Fraud, Payments, and Carrier Vetting with Chad Capooth 57:28

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In “Safeguarding Your Shipments: Denim's Insights on Fraud, Payments, and Carrier Vetting”, Joe Lynch and Chad Capooth, VP of Operations at Denim, discuss the evolving landscape of freight fraud, payment challenges, and how Denim provides comprehensive solutions to ensure financial and operational security for freight businesses. About Chad Capooth…

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Navigating the Numbers: Tariffs, AI, and the Future of Supply Chains with Corey DeSantis 1:04:09

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In “Navigating the Numbers: Tariffs, AI, and The Future of Supply Chains”, Joe Lynch and Corey DeSantis, BDO’s Logistics and Transportation Subject Matter Expert, discuss the evolving landscape of global trade, the transformative power of artificial intelligence, and strategies for building resilient supply chains for tomorrow. About Corey DeSantis…

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The Threads of Trade: How Global Events are Reshaping Cotton Logistics with Michael Symonanis 1:07:06

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In “The Threads of Trade: How Global Events are Reshaping Cotton Logistics”, Joe Lynch and Michael Symonanis, Director of Strategic Network at Louis Dreyfus Company, discuss how global events are reshaping cotton logistics, leveraging Michael’s dual perspective as a BCO and former ocean carrier, and the importance of collaboration and data transpar…

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REPOST: Beyond the Tracks: The Next Frontier of American Rail with Martin Lew 50:48

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Martin Lew and Joe Lynch discuss beyond the tracks: the next frontier of American rail. Martin is CEO at Commtrex, a tech-enabled rail logistics provider with a team of experienced rail professionals, an extensive network of partners, and a best-in-class technology platform that simplifies the movement of freight and creates a competitive advantage…

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REPOST: Avoiding Logistics FUD with Steve Elwell 45:07

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Steve Elwell and Joe Lynch discuss avoiding logistics FUD. Steve is the Founder and Managing Director of iDev Partners, a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm. Summary: Avoiding Logistics FUD In this episode, Joe Lynch and guest Steve Elwell tackle the pervasive issue of Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt (FUD) and its im…

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Supply Chain Reset: Overcoming Pharma & Healthcare Supply Chain Challenges with Michael Needham 1:00:17

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In “Supply Chain Reset: Overcoming Pharma & Healthcare Supply Chain Challenges”, Joe Lynch and Michael Needham, a Principal at Efficio, discuss how to build resilient supply chains using data-driven strategies and a hands-on consulting approach to achieve both cost savings and operational resilience in the complex pharma and healthcare sectors. Abo…

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REPOST: The Revenue Engine with Kara Smith Brown 59:31

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Kara Brown and Joe Lynch discuss the revenue engine. Kara is the Founder and CRO of LeadCoverage, the premier B2B marketing and PR firm dedicated to helping logistics companies increase lead generation through targeted marketing strategies and media coverage. About Kara Brown A prominent thought leader in B2B go-to-market strategy, Kara Smith Brown…

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Beyond LTL & Truckload: The Expedite All Approach to Smaller Truck Solutions with Mike Ernst 44:21

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In “Beyond LTL & Truckload: The Expedite All Approach to Smaller Truck Solutions”, Joe Lynch and Mike Ernst, the President of Expedite All, discuss how specialized small truck solutions, spearheaded by networks like Expedite All, deliver efficient, on-demand transportation for time-critical shipments, leveraging cargo vans, box trucks, and straight…

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U.S. Maritime Modernization: Policy Driven Changes in Ocean Shipping with Lauren Beagen 49:08

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In “U.S. Maritime Modernization: Policy Driven Changes in Ocean Shipping”, Joe Lynch and Lauren M. Beagen, the Founder of Squall Strategies and The Maritime Professor, discuss how recent U.S. policies, like OSRA 2022 and strategic efforts to move supply chains from China, are significantly reshaping the ocean shipping industry. About Lauren Beagen …

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2025's Top 100 3PLs: How Logistics Giants are Confronting Uncertainty with Seth Clevenger 1:00:01

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In “2025's Top 100 3PLs: How Logistics Giants are Confronting Uncertainty”, Joe Lynch and Seth Clevenger, Managing Editor of Features and Multimedia at Transport Topics, discuss the Top 100 logistics companies, 2024 performance, changes to the list, and the trends impacting the industry. About Seth Clevenger Seth Clevenger is managing editor of fea…

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REPOST: A Decade of Loadsmart: A Look Back to Move Forward with Felipe Capella 1:03:38

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Felipe Capella and Joe Lynch discuss a decade of Loadsmart: a look back to move forward. Felipe is Co-founder and CEO of Loadsmart, where they provide logistics solutions powered by industry experts and next-gen technology that lower costs, increase efficiency, and digitize transportation. About Felipe Capella Felipe Capella Co-founder and CEO of L…

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REPOST: Beyond the Yard: How Velostics Streamlines Scheduling 1:00:07

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Gaurav Khandelwal and Joe Lynch discuss beyond the yard - how Velostics streamlines scheduling. Gaurav is the Founder and CEO of Velostics, a company on a mission to revolutionize the logistics landscape. Summary: Beyond the Yard: How Velostics Streamlines Scheduling In this podcast, Gaurav Khandelwal, CEO of Velostics, discusses how their cloud-ba…

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The 5 Failures of Final Mile with Jason Burns 45:15

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In “The 5 Failures of Final Mile,” Joe Lynch and Jason Burns, Host of Last2First Podcast and Insurance Producer at CUI Agency, discuss the common mistakes that final mile companies make. About Jason Burns Jason Burns is a native of New Orleans and a passionate business leader in the final mile transportation industry. He is a 2006 graduate of Vande…

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TIA Unpacks Freight: Tariffs, Trust, and the Fight Against Fraud with Chris Burroughs 45:20

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In "TIA Unpacks Freight: Tariffs, Trust, and the Fight Against Fraud," Joe Lynch and Chris Burroughs, President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), dive into key industry topics. About Chris Burroughs Chris Burroughs is the President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), a position he assumed in…

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RocketFuel: Fintech for Fulfillment with Braden DiCristofano 49:28

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Braden DiCristofano and Joe Lynch discuss RocketFuel: Fintech for fulfillment. Braden is the Co-founder and CEO of Launch Fulfillment and RocketFuel, two high-growth companies transforming the logistics and fintech landscapes. About Braden DiCristofano Braden DiCristofano is the Co-founder and CEO of Launch Fulfillment and RocketFuel, two high-grow…

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The Container Payment Portal and the Rise of AI in Freight with Jake Hoffman 1:03:19

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Jake Hoffman and Joe Lynch discuss the container payment portal and the rise of AI in freight. Jake is the Chief Technology Officer of Gnosis Freight, a logistics tech company focused on the lifecycle of a shipping container as it moves around the world. About Jake Hoffman Jake Hoffman is the Chief Technology Officer of Gnosis Freight, a logistics …

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The Operations of Telematics Adoption 19:57

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Actuary Geoff Werner and TruckerCloud CEO Spencer Mitchell discuss what's happening on the ground today in commercial auto insurance with respect to telematics-based programs. Geoff reflects on his experience in personal lines and Spencer speaks to the strategies and successes of his customers.By Spencer Mitchell, CEO of TruckerCloud

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From Ports to Politics: Decoding Tariffs, Ocean Shipping, and Supply Chains with Sal Mercogliano 1:06:29

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Sal Mercogliano and Joe Lynch discuss from ports to politics: decoding tariffs, ocean shipping, and supply chains. Sal is is an associate professor of history at Campbell University in North Carolina and adjunct professor at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. About Sal Mercogliano Dr. Salvatore R. Mercogliano is an associate professor of history at …

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Delivering the Drinks: Streamlining Beverage Transportation with Kristina Bernarducci 36:13

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Kristina Bernarducci and Joe Lynch discuss delivering the drinks: streamlining beverage transportation. Kristina is the Director of Operations at Bettaway, a privately held, family-owned Supply Chain Services company headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey. Kristina and the Bettaway team are big supporters of Wreaths Across America. About Kri…

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REPOST: Global Giants: ICAT Moves the World's Largest Cargo with Chris Cser 39:42

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Chris Cser and Joe Lynch discuss global giants - ICAT moves the world's largest cargo. Chris is the Director of Operations at ICAT Logistics Detroit where they handle the shipments that other companies don't, can't, and won't. Summary: Global Giants: ICAT Moves the World's Largest Cargo In this podcast, Chris Cser, Director of Operations at ICAT Lo…

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The People-First Approach to Funding the Future of Logistics with Michael Sachaj 57:30

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Michael Sachaj and Joe Lynch discuss the people-first approach to the future of logistics. Michael is a Partner at Hyde Park Angels (HPA), a leading early-stage investor based in Chicago. About Michael Sachaj Michael Sachaj is a Partner at HPA and manages and supports HPA’s investment opportunities through their lifecycle. Michael has led investmen…

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Tech-Driven Drayage: A PortPro Perspective with Corey Abbott 43:53

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Corey Abbott and Joe Lynch discuss tech-driven drayage: a PortPro perspective. Corey is the Chief Growth Officer and his team lead enterprise initiatives at PortPro, an innovative technology company that keeps the drayage industry moving efficiently with its operating platform built for drayage trucking companies, brokerages, and those that do both…

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Predicting the Power of Telematics 18:02

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Having discussed the past and present of the technology, Geoff Werner and Spencer Mitchell now delve into the future of telematics in commercial auto. Given the precision and accuracy of the data, they predict the entire industry will be driven by telematics-based variables in the next 5-10 years.By Spencer Mitchell, CEO of TruckerCloud

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Carrier Sales Teams Are Being Run the Wrong Way with Brent Evens 50:22

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Brent Evens and Joe Lynch discuss how carrier sales teams are being run the wrong way. Brent is the Co-founder of NextBoard, a carrier sales platform purpose-built for freight brokerages. About Brent Evens Brent Evens is the Co-founder of NextBoard, a freight tech startup helping brokers streamline carrier sales and build stronger, more efficient n…

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Blind Spots & Bottlenecks: Unmasking the Hidden Enemies of Supply Chain with Briana Birkholz 44:00

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Briana Birkholz and Joe Lynch discuss blind spots & bottlenecks: unmasking the hidden enemies of supply chain. Briana is the Vice President of Product Management for the 3PL market segment at SPS Commerce, the world’s leading retail network, connecting trading partners around the globe to optimize supply chain operations for all retail partners. Ab…

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The Strategic COO: Navigating Disruption and Driving Change with Suketu Gandhi 46:01

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Suketu Gandhi and Joe Lynch discuss the strategic COO: navigating disruption and driving change. Suketu is a partner and global chair for the Strategic Operations Practice at Kearney, a leading management consulting firm. About Suketu Ghandi Suketu Gandhi is a partner and global chair for the Strategic Operations Practice at Kearney, a leading mana…