The Women in Trucking Story with Ellen Voie
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
Release Date: 09/20/2021
Driving Sales Pipeline with Jim Waters
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss driving sales pipeline. Jim is the Founder of , an advisory and fractional CMO service that helps logistics technology providers acquire more customers. About Jim Waters is a Boston-based B2B marketing executive with a proven track record of building robust sales pipelines. His passion lies in driving meaningful conversations, understanding customer pain points, and creating compelling content that generates active pipeline velocity. A results-driven innovator, Jim was an early employee at both FRAYT and Tive, where he spearheaded Global Marketing. Jim's entrepreneurial spirit...
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Understanding the Canadian Logistics Landscape with Dean Duffin
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss understanding the Canadian logistics landscape. Dean is Co-founder and CEO of , one of Canada's fastest growing full-service third-party logistics companies. About Dean Duffin Growing up enjoying the small-town Alberta lifestyle, Dean excelled academically. He graduated high school with honors and pursued a Bachelor of Commerce degree at the University of Alberta, with a focus on international business and new venture creation. Upon completing his education, he relocated to Calgary, where he started his journey in the logistics industry with a prominent...
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REPOST: Drone Delivery is Here with Tom Walker
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
Drone delivery is here and it is an increasingly viable mode for home delivery. and discuss the logistics and economics of drone delivery. Tom is the Founder and CEO of , a pioneering autonomous drone delivery company that specializes in last-mile delivery. About Tom Walker is the Founder and CEO of DroneUp. DroneUp provides drone delivery and flight services to organizations and communities. Tom has also brought a singular purpose to the Unmanned Transportation (UTM) market – to bring the economic benefits of drones that are essential for communities...
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REPOST: The Freight Brokerage Market with Kevin Hill
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss the freight brokerage market. Kevin is the owner of , a sales and marketing research firm that helps companies sell to freight brokerages across North America. About Kevin Hill is a respected expert in the freight industry, with over 10 years of experience in sales, marketing, and media production. He is the owner of Brush Pass Research, a sales and marketing research firm that helps companies sell to freight brokerages across North America. He is also the host of Put That Coffee Down, a popular freight sales show on FreightWavesTV. Kevin is passionate about helping freight...
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Getting Good Shipper Freight with Ed Burns
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss getting good shipper freight. Ed is the CEO of , a transportation sales agency that connects shippers and carriers in a way that helps both to achieve their goals. About Ed Burns loves to connect people. It’s amazing what can happen when good people come together. He asks big questions in the hope of finding big answers. He started his first real business at 20, a marketing agency which he sold after running for seven years. He grew up around the freight world and is fascinated by big trucks. He joined the family business in 2020 while the world was ending, and is committed to...
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Making Drivers Happy with Elisabeth Barna
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss making drivers happy. Elisabeth is the Founder of EAB Strategies, a company that provides communications and marketing expertise to transportation and logistics companies, as well as program development for companies seeking to grow their brand and image. About Elisabeth Barna is a seasoned veteran in the trucking industry with 34 years of experience. In 2023, she founded EAB Strategies, LLC, a consulting business where she continues to work within the transportation and logistics industry. During her 25-year tenure at American Trucking Associations, most recently EVP, Industry...
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Building a Global Logistics Juggernaut with Nourhan Beyrouti
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss building a global logistics juggernaut. Nourhan is Global Chief Revenue Officer at , Saudi Arabia's fastest growing transportation company. About Nourhan Beyrouti , a seasoned professional with a global footprint, has an impressive track record in branding, corporate innovation, and real estate development, and global logistics technology. Raised in Brooklyn, New York, and currently residing in Dallas, Texas, Beyrouti's career has taken him through 17 countries, enriching him with diverse international experience. After completing his MBA in Business Management from the Lebanese...
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AI Driven Sales & Marketing with Jason Jimenez Vanover
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and Joe Lynch discuss AI driven sales & marketing. Jason is the CEO and Founder of , a freight-focused content marketing agency that specializes in working with transportation, logistics and supply chain companies. About Jason Jimenez-Vanover is the CEO and Founder of JCI Marketing, a freight-focused marketing agency. With more than a decade of experience in marketing for the supply chain, Jason built his career on content creation as a copywriter and marketing consultant. His expertise stretches across the logistics universe, working with brands from the Top 100 Logistics...
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Building Strong Carrier Relationships with Dan Lindsey
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss building strong carrier relationships. Dan is the Co-founder and Vice President of and the Founder of the , which will be held in Kansas City, Missouri, April 22 - 24, 2024 About Dan Lindsey is the Co-founder of Linkage Logistics and the Founder of the Broker-Carrier Summit. Dan has been in the logistics industry since 2001 when he began working the preload shift for UPS. Since then, he has worked as a freight broker, operations manager, and business development leader in multiple segments of the industry. His commitment to “doing business the right way” led him to...
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Modernizing Distribution with Daniel Sokolovsky
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss modernizing distribution. Daniel is the Co-founder and CEO of , a company that connects shippers, carriers, and facilities to find the most efficient route for middle-mile freight. About Daniel Sokolovsky is a Los Angeles based entrepreneur and Co-founder and CEO of WARP, a tech-powered freight network specializing in middle-mile solutions. As CEO, Sokolovsky is responsible for managing the company’s overall operations including managing the company’s organizational structure, guiding the WARP brand and overall company strategy. Prior to founding Warp, he founded AxleHire,...
info_outlineThe Women in Trucking Story with Ellen Voie
Ellen Voie and Joe Lynch discuss the Women in Trucking story. Ellen is the President/CEO and founder of the Women In Trucking Association, a non-profit organization whose mission to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments, and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the industry.
About Ellen Voie
Ellen Voie is the President/CEO and founder of the Women In Trucking Association, formed to promote the employment of women in the trucking industry, address obstacles and to celebrate the successes of its members. Voie’s prior role was Manager of Retention and Recruiting Programs at Schneider after serving as the Executive Director of Trucker Buddy International. Ellen is a Certified Association Executive. She holds a Class A CDL and a private pilot’s license. She earned her MA in Communication for the University of WI-Stevens Point. She has been honored by the White House as a Transportation Innovator Champion of Change. She received the 2015 “Distinguished Alumna of the Year” award the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Division of Communication. Voie was named one of Supply & Demand Chain Executives magazine’s “2016 Pros to Know.” In May, 2016, she was chosen as one of Fleet Owner’s Dozen Outstanding Women In Trucking. Ellen was appointed to the FMCSA’s Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee and Entry Level Driver Training Advisory Committee. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Motor Carrier Association and is a member of the Wisconsin DOT’s Motor Carrier Advisory Committee.
About Women in Trucking
Founded in 2007, the Women In Trucking Association is a non-profit organization with the mission to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments, and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the industry. The mission of the Women In Trucking Association is to encourage employment, address obstacles and celebrate success. It's supported by a passionate leadership team, highly engaged members, and committed sponsors and partners. Women In Trucking continues to build a strong community among our members (primarily business professionals and professional drivers) who believe in and support our mission.
Key Takeaways: The Women in Trucking Story
- Ellen Voie founded the non-profit organization, Women In Trucking Association Inc. to encourage and support women in the trucking industry.
- The mission is to make women aware of career opportunities and to mentor and assist them as they become more successful in their roles. Women In Trucking is not limited to women only, as 15 percent of its members are men who believe in the association's goals.
- In the podcast interview, Ellen describes her personal and professional journey as the founder of the Women in Trucking Associations.
- Ellen founded the organization in 2007 and has grown the membership to over 5,400 corporate and individual members in ten countries. The mission is to increase the ranks of women employed in transportation careers.
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