The Freight Talent Gap with Will Jenkins
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
Release Date: 02/21/2024
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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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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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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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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...
info_outlineWill Jenkins and Joe Lynch discuss the freight talent gap. Will is Founder and CEO of Journey, a freight brokerage-focused recruiting, consulting, and training company.
About Will Jenkins
Will Jenkins is Founder and CEO of Journey, a transportation recruiting resource and community-based sales academy. Will has spent the past 15 years of his career building businesses and cultivating sales talent, having successfully hired and trained hundreds of sales professionals. His passion for personal and professional development is the driving force behind his new venture, Journey. Journey is a freight brokerage-focused recruiting, consulting, and training company. Prior to starting Journey, Will co-founded and helped build the freight brokerage MoLo Solutions. MoLo was acquired by ArcBest in 2021 for $235 million and grew to over 900+ employees and $1 billion in annual revenue in 2022. At MoLo, Will built out the training and onboarding program which allowed the organization to efficiently bring on hundreds of new employees and standardize the training process. He also scaled their customer-facing sales team, which included identifying, recruiting, hiring, and training new employees. This gave him first-hand experience in what it takes to attract and retain top talent.
About Journey
Journey is a freight brokerage-focused recruiting, consulting, and training company. They cater to freight brokerages looking to expand their teams and grow their businesses, candidates seeking new opportunities, and individuals aiming to improve their skills. Their goal is simple: To help you succeed on your Journey, whatever that may be.
Key Takeaways: The Freight Talent Gap
- Will Jenkins and Joe Lynch discuss how freight brokerages can overcome the freight talent gap and thrive by selecting the right recruitment and training partner.
- Journey offers the following benefits to their customers:
- Double Expertise: They offer both #1 transportation recruiting services and a premier sales academy for skill development.
- Full-Spectrum Focus: They cater to employers seeking talent, candidates seeking jobs, and individuals wanting to upskill.
- Industry Experts: Their team boasts extensive experience and knowledge in transportation and logistics recruitment.
- Candidate Connection: They specialize in connecting qualified candidates with leading companies in the industry.
- Community-Based Academy: They provide exclusive on-demand training and a platform for learning, networking, and growth within a supportive community.
- Personalized Approach: Their mission is to help you "succeed on your journey," which includes individualized support for employers, candidates, and academy members.
- Secret Weapon: The Journey Community is the difference, fostering connection and collaboration within their network.
Learn More About The Freight Talent Gap
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