Turning Cold Outreach into Gold with Matt Castriotta
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
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Optimizing Cold Chain while Reducing Environmental Impact with Nicole Glenn
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss optimizing cold chain while reducing environmental impact. Nicole is the Founder and CEO of , a transportation leader known for making its customers heroes by delivering creative, fast, effective, and sustainable solutions for time-sensitive and white glove shipments backed by a trusted carrier network. Summary: Optimizing Cold Chain while Reducing Environmental Impact In this podcast, Nicole Glenn, CEO and Founder of Candor Companies, shares her insights and experiences from her 24-year journey in the transportation industry. She discusses her company's innovative and...
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Triple Bottom Line Logistics with Tom Raftery
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss triple bottom line logistics. Tom is an entrepreneur, sustainability expert, technology executive and all-around thought leader. Tom advises logistics and supply chain companies on technology, sustainability, and communications Summary: Triple Bottom Line Logistics , a sustainability expert, discusses the importance of triple bottom line logistics in the supply chain industry. He explains how reducing emissions and making operations more sustainable can lead to cost savings and improved profitability. Raftery shares his journey and insights on how companies can achieve a triple...
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REPOST: An Alternative to UPS and FedEx with Mark Lavelle
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss an alternative to UPS and FedEx. Mark is the Chief Executive Officer at , a first-of-its-kind parcel delivery platform, purpose-built for branded direct-to-consumer delivery using modern technology and advanced data capabilities. About Mark Lavelle is the Chief Executive Officer at Maergo, a first-of-its-kind parcel delivery platform, purpose-built for branded direct-to-consumer delivery using modern technology and advanced data capabilities. Mark has over 20 years of experience growing businesses at the intersection of commerce, payments, and...
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DAT iQ: The Metrics that Matter with Samuel Parker
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss DAT iQ: the metrics that matter. Samuel is Director of Product Marketing at ' Shipper segment. DAT operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. Shippers, brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions. DAT iQ provides freight intelligence to inform your budget and procurement strategies so you can navigate market volatility with greater confidence and agility. About Samuel Parker is the Associate Director for DAT...
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Freight Recession: Opportunity or Threat with Steve Elwell
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss freight recession: opportunity or threat. Steve is the Founder and Managing Director of Partners a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm. About Steve Elwell is the Founder and since 2010 Managing Director of iDev Partners a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm located in Farmington Hills, MI. In this role he has helps leaders and organizations realize their potential and mission. Steve has lead multiple technology, manufacturing, and start-up businesses as CEO, COO, and President. His consulting...
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REPOST: Growing a Brand and a Business with Adam Vazquez
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss growing a brand and a business. Adam is the CEO of , a marketing firm that specializes in creating audio and video content that educates, entertains, and engages target markets. About Adam Vazquez is an experienced marketing leader who serves as the CEO of Heard Media. Adam has built memorable growth stories for numerous companies throughout the supply chain, healthcare, and technology industries, and is a leading mind for growth and marketing in the B2B space. Applying the strategies and methodologies he learned while serving Fortune 1000 brands as a...
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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...
info_outlineShawn Vo and Joe Lynch discuss the Axle Payments story. Shawn is Co-Founder & CTO at Axle, a payments automation and financing platform for freight and logistics.
About Shawn Vo
Shawn Vo is chief technology officer and co-founder of Axle, a payments automation and financing platform for freight and logistics. A graduate of the University of Virginia, Shawn spent seven years in financial technology, building software for fast-growing startups and consulting for the top 20 largest banks before starting Axle with his longtime business partner and friend, Bharath Krishnamoorthy. As CTO, Shawn leads Axle’s technology strategy, product development, data operations, and development of a technical framework to support the company’s rapid growth. His expertise and innovation have helped bring new levels of automation and modernization to a historically pen-and-paper industry. Shawn runs an ever-expanding group of engineers tasked with building new products at pace while fostering a culture of tenacity and transparency. Shawn is an angel investor in fintech and developer tools. He holds certifications for machine learning from the University of Washington and advanced cybersecurity from Stanford.
About Axle
Axle is a financial enablement platform that specializes in freight broker end-to-end automation and intelligent back-office tools that is rapidly disrupting the $2 trillion logistics sector. Its proprietary technology allows freight brokers to simplify their financing operations and easily access the working capital they need to grow in a competitive market. Axle automates invoicing, collections, and payments - ultimately reducing daily freight broker tasks by 75%. A remote-first company, Axle has been named a Best Place To Work by Built In.
Key Takeaways: The Axle Payments Story
- Shawn Vo is the Chief Technology Officer and Co-founder of Axle, a payments automation and financing platform for freight and logistics.
- In the podcast interview, Joe and Shawn discuss Shawn’s personal and professional journey including the founding of Axle Payments.
- Axle’s proprietary technology allows freight brokers to simplify their financing operations and easily access the working capital they need to grow.
- Axle automates invoicing, collections, and payments – ultimately delivering a better customer experience.
- The most asked questions in the freight business are “where is my stuff” and “where is my money.” The visibility folks can answer the first question and Axle can help you with the money question.
- Shawn and the Axle team help brokers and carriers understand exactly where their money is – they are where freight-tech meets fin-tech.
- The Axle team are experts in logistics, finance, and tech.
- Axle is the all-in-one financial platform for freight brokers. Hundreds of freight brokers trust Axle to manage their working capital, carrier payments, and back office processes.