Solving the Freight Broker's Biggest Problem with Brad Hollister
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
Release Date: 12/03/2024
I Don't Know Who Needs To Hear This But... with Ryan Schreiber
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss I don't know who needs to hear this but... Ryan is the Chief Growth Officer at , the leading business consulting and software development firm that exclusively serves the Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain space. About Ryan Schreiber is the Chief Growth Officer at Metafora. Ryan was born and raised in Tampa, Florida. Ryan earned a degree in History from the University of South Florida and then a Law degree from Michigan State University. Prior to joining Metafora, Ryan worked at a variety of logistics companies and even started and exited a few tech-enabled freight...
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Contractor Chaos: Fixing the Last Mile's Biggest Headache with Jon Doolen
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss contractor chaos: fixing the last mile's biggest headache. Jon is a Strategy Leader at that specializes in providing leadership development programs, business advisory services, and public speaking engagements. About Jon Doolen is a seasoned business coach with over two decades of expertise in retail logistics, particularly specializing in final mile delivery and third-party logistics for home furnishings and luxury products. Jon's background includes extensive work with major names in the industry, where he's earned a reputation for solving toxic work environments, setting...
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Supply Chain Shock Waves: Strategies for Survival and Success with Mark Baxa and John Delgado
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, and discuss supply chain shock waves: strategies for survival and success. Mark is the President and CEO of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), a global organization dedicated to advancing the supply chain profession. John is CEO of FreightPath, an innovative talent firm that offers both a comprehensive learning management system and a direct candidate sourcing solution. About John Delgado , CEO of FreightPath, leads the company with extensive expertise in business management, technology, analytics, economics, and recruitment. FreightPath is renowned for its...
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The CPG Supply Chain with Mike Baudendistel
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss the CPG supply chain. Mike is the Head of Intermodal Solutions at SONAR, the leading freight market analytics tool and dashboard, aggregating billions of data points from hundreds of sources to provide the fastest data in the transportation and logistics sector. About Mike Baudendistel is the Head of Intermodal Solutions at SONAR, assisting with product design and supporting current and prospective data product customers. In addition, he is the showrunner for The Stockout, video podcast which focuses on CPG and retail logistics. Prior to FreightWaves, Mike covered transportation...
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Brokers are Drowning in Accounting Work: How Denim Simplifies It with Sean Smith
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss why brokers are drowning in accounting work: how Denim simplifies it. Sean is VP of Product at , a trusted freight factoring partner on a mission to advance the supply chain by accelerating the movement of money and data. About Sean Smith , VP of Product and Client Services at Denim, has spent 10 years building and scaling products in the financial services and logistics industries. While leading Product at Denim, he has pioneered new capabilities for the factoring space including risk automation and pricing. Sean has also led work on our client dashboard, job...
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The Broker-Carrier Summit: From Conflict to Collaboration with Dan Lindsey
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss The Broker-Carrier Summit: from conflict to collaboration. Dan is the Founder and President of the the , which will be held in Indianapolis, IN, April 28 – May 2, 2025. About Dan Lindsey is the Founder of the Broker-Carrier Summit, a conference and community designed to foster strong partnerships between freight brokers and trucking carriers, moving beyond basic transactional communication. Dan has been in the logistics industry for 23 years. He started on the docks as a preloader for UPS in 2001. Since then, he has worked as a freight broker, operations manager, business...
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CargoRex: Building the Google Search of Logistics with Blythe Milligan
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss CargoRex: building the Google search of logistics. Blythe is the Founder of both Digital Dispatch (logistics marketing services) and most recently CargoRex, a technology platform designed to unify and empower the logistics ecosystem. About Blythe Brumleve Milligan is the Founder of both Digital Dispatch (logistics marketing services) and most recently CargoRex, a tech platform aimed at connecting and empowering the logistics ecosystem. In 2008, Blythe Brumleve was working as a waitress and a blogger with a dream of owning her own company when she received an opportunity to work...
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T-Rex Prestige Worldwide: Thriving in a Down Market and Having Fun with Tyler Hildebrand
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss T-Rex Prestige Worldwide: thriving in a down market and having fun. Tyler is CEO of Express Logistics Group, a T-Rex Prestige Worldwide company, based out of Cincinnati and Chicago. About Tyler Hildebrand is CEO of Express Logistics Group, a T-Rex Prestige Worldwide company, based out of Cincinnati and Chicago. Born and raised in southern Ohio, Tyler is the son of a cop and crime reporter who met at the scene of a homicide. After spending years in creative fields as an artist and filmmaker, and in higher education as an instructor and administrator, he found his way to the...
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Farelanes: Real Time Lane Pricing for Everyone with Neal Huffman
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and discuss Farelanes: real time lane pricing for everyone. Neal is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Farelanes, a company specializing in providing real-time lane pricing data for the logistics industry. About Neal Huffman is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Farelanes, a company specializing in providing real-time lane pricing data for the logistics industry. Neal has over 40 years in software development, innovation, and product management rollouts spread across the telecommunications and enterprise software industries. He played a role in the first Fiber to the...
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Taking the Uncertainty and Risk Out of Freight with Erika Voss
The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
and discuss taking the uncertainty and risk out of freight. Erika is Vice President of Information Security at DAT Freight & Analytics, the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. About Erika Voss Dr. , with over two decades of experience, has held high-level positions at companies including Capital One, Microsoft, and Amazon Web Services. Currently Vice President of Information Security at DAT Freight & Analytics, she leads the vision, strategy, and execution of advanced security protections. Recognized as a leader in her field, Erika has been honored with the CISO's...
info_outlineAbout Brad Hollister
Brad Hollister is an investor, entrepreneur, freight-tech advisor, and Head of Growth at Upwell, a tech firm that streamlines accounts receivable using artificial intelligence. Brad is Co-founder and former Chief Executive Officer of SwanLeap. Under Brad's leadership, SwanLeap delivered an unprecedented 75,660.8 percent growth in revenue in a three-year period, catapulting the software company to the No. 1 spot on both the 2018 Inc. 5000 list and the Deloitte Technology Fast 500. A life-long entrepreneur passionate about improving the world, Brad is the visionary behind SwanLeap’s next generation technology. With extensive experience in transportation, logistics and supply chain, leadership and institutional expertise solidify SwanLeap’s position as the leading provider of end-to-end transportation technology. Hollister is a guest lecturer for the Wisconsin School of Business at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, as well as a sought-after speaker on the advancement and disruption of the transportation industry.
About Upwell
Upwell uses artificial intelligence to automate and transform accounts receivable for transportation and logistics companies. Every dollar counts in this industry, but today’s landscape is too complex for companies to rely on back-office superheroes using manual processes and dated technologies. Many companies have thousands of dollars locked up in invoicing exceptions, and many don’t have reliable systems for knowing what’s been paid. Now, there’s a better way. Upwell’s AI-powered platform empowers accounting and finance teams by improving cash flow, automating legacy processes, and enhancing the customer experience. Reinvent your accounts receivable and start the journey toward getting paid faster at upwell.com.
Key Takeaways: Solving the Freight Broker's Biggest Problem
- Brad Hollister and Joe Lynch discuss solving the freight broker’s biggest problem. Brad is the Head of Growth of Upwell, a tech firm that streamlines accounts receivable using artificial intelligence.
- AI-Powered Platform: Upwell utilizes artificial intelligence to automate and streamline accounts receivable processes for transportation and logistics companies.
- Accelerated Payments: By automating invoicing and payment processes, Upwell helps businesses get paid faster, improving cash flow.
- Enhanced Customer Experience: The platform provides real-time visibility into payment statuses and simplifies the payment process for customers.
- Seamless Integrations: Upwell integrates with popular transportation management systems (TMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and accounting systems.
- Exception Management: The platform efficiently handles exceptions and disputes, reducing manual intervention and accelerating resolution.
- Data-Driven Insights: Upwell provides valuable data and analytics to help businesses optimize their accounts receivable operations.
- Scalability: The platform is designed to scale with businesses of all sizes, from small carriers to large enterprises.
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