Welcome back to another episode of the Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today’s guest is Stephan Mathis, Co-Founder of MoLo Solutions (acquired in 2021). From his start working at a country club, later as a National Account Manager at Coyote Logistics, to co-founding MoLo Solutions, Stephan discusses the details behind MoLo’s start, the importance of vulnerability, and taking risks in life. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent. Proudly sponsored by...

Welcome back to another episode of the Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today’s guest is Chris Heffernan, Founder and CEO of dlivrd, a last-mile omnichannel logistics company, used primarily in the restaurant industry. From his start in telecommunications to competing with the biggest food delivery platforms, Chris takes us behind the scenes of running a delivery business. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent. Proudly sponsored by Bitfreighter. Scale your...

Welcome back to another episode of the Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today’s guest is Jason Cook, Managing Director at Ardent Global Logistics. From his start at the Port of Charleston, later gaining experience at Maersk, Kuehne + Nagel, and CMA CGM, Jason shares his insights into the world of logistics and the value of personal connections in business. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent. Proudly sponsored by Bitfreighter. Scale your shipper...

Welcome back to another episode of the Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today’s guest is Alison Cusack. We’re following her electrifying switch from engineering to maritime law to founding her own firm with a fresh perspective on the legal landscape of the shipping industry. Alison shares with us the empowerment of leading with authenticity and shares her insights on the unpredictability of shipping, the critical need for honesty in business, and the importance of merit and gender dynamics...

Welcome back to The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. In this episode, we’re talking to Katie Keich, the dynamo behind Full Advantage LLC, a consulting firm. Katie’s story is a testament to the power of determination, showing us how lessons learned in the heat of high school basketball competition can translate to the boardroom. From her early days making waves at Worldwide Express to her entrepreneurial leap with Full Advantage in 2019, and not stopping there but going on to establish Keich...

In this episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics, we’re talking with Reed Loustalot, Co-Founder of LOSTFR8. From graduating with a degree in Philosophy to working at Echo Logistics and, more recently, launching LOSTFR8, a software tool that enables carriers of all sizes to effectively market their services to their current customers, brokers, and shippers, Reed takes us through his unexpected path to logistics by bringing humor and genuineness to the industry. Proudly sponsored by...

In this episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics, we sit down with Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, President and Founder of FreightCaviar. Transitioning from working at a freight brokerage to traveling the world, sharing news and entertainment, Paul takes us through his path of building a massive following through social media. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent. Proudly sponsored by Bitfreighter. Scale your shipper integrations 10x with unlimited...

In this episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics, we get to hear the story of Steve Schlecht, Founder of OB Logistics, recently acquired by Busk. Having a background in logistics and fulfillment, he brings us through his journey working at PepsiCo, and various start-ups. After learning the basics of buying and selling, and working for big companies, he started his own business at 30. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent.

In this episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics, we sit down with Bart De Muynck, an Industry Thought Leader with over 30 years of supply chain and logistics experience. From working for 8 years as a VP of Research at Gartner to most recently serving as the Chief Industry Officer at project44, Bart takes us through the unexpected path of becoming a solopreneur as an Independent Advisor to supply chain organizations. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent.

In this live episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics coming to you from FreightWaves’ F3 2023, we get to hear the story of Roberto Icaza, Co-Founder, President & COO at Rapido Solutions Group. After finishing an internship at Coyote Logistics, right after it landed its most high-profile account with Heineken in 2010, he opened its very first office in Mexico. In 2019, Roberto realized he wanted to start a business of his own. After sharing a lunch with Danny Frisco, which turned...

In this episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics, we get to hear the story of Mark Vickers, Former Founder, and CEO of Borderless Coverage (Acq. by Reliance Partners). It’s the story of how a gap in the cross-border space inspired Mark to find a solution in the early days of the rise of nearshoring to Mexico and how he was able to capitalize on this trend early on. Listen in to learn how to overcome the challenges of sticking to your vision, the future of cross-border space, and much...

In this episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics, we get to hear the story of Patrick Noonan, Founder of MAP Transit, a third-party logistics company, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. From selling windows to selling freight, Patrick walks us through the path of creating MAP Transit and the influences and philosophy driving the company’s growth. Proudly sponsored by Bitfreighter. Scale your shipper integrations 10x with unlimited messaging. No Transactional Charges. Proudly...

How do you overcome tragedy without becoming bitter? How do you find purpose in your work after hardship? This week we hear the backstory behind Waggon from Founders Rob Rajfer and Tyler Sala as they unpack their partnership and transition to running a business together. With a mix of candor and resilience they share how their perspectives have been shaped through hardship and why they prioritize family, friends and health as a result. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find...

This week we hear from Ori Anavim and Doug Ladden, Co-Founders of Deliveright & Grasshopper. From warehousing to home delivery to building software we get to learn from their experiences on how to orchestrate ecommerce supply chains. Going deeper, they share the highs and lows of having a tight-knit and diverse Founding team and how to move forward after tragedy. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Bill Hauck. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent.

From riding along in trucks with his father to going all in on building a freight brokerage, Robert Meehan has seen more than most. Listen in as he shares the ups and down of growing a business in a tough market and navigating automation while still prioritizing people and relationships. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent.

Kevin Miles Co-founder and CEO of EureekaBI shares his story of finding his first customer, navigating complex transportation pricing and managing relationships.  Born to Jamaican immigrants, Kevin's journey is laced with the importance of education, love for science, and an innate entrepreneurial spirit. From his own eureka moment to building a working prototype in two weeks, Kevin's story highlights how tenacity, innovation and the power of data analysis can have an impact. Proudly...

From a successful career in automotive supply chains to climbing to the top of the independent media charts - Joe Lynch has seen and done it all. As one of the original supply chain influencers, Joe shares his learnings and the fears he overcame to make a dramatic change to his career and his life. Joe opens up about the power of personal branding while focusing on building legacy and having a positive impact.  Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent. Proudly...

Seth Patin successfully built and sold a supply chain company already and is now building his second startup Logistiview.  Mixing deep experience with warehouse managements systems and AI while going to school of hard knocks, Seth has seen more than most. This week he shares his story and how failure often paves the way for success. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight talent. Proudly sponsored by Bitfreighter. Scale your shipper integrations 10x with unlimited...

Marina Brown, founder of Moneiva balances a LOT. Supply chains, freight financing, entrepreneurship and motherhood. All at the same time. Growing up in Bulgaria, she would get up at five o'clock in the morning to go to the grocery store and wait in line in the snow for milk for her younger brother. Years later she would pursue an advanced education and move to the United States before settling into the Midwest and a career in supply chain. She recently left the relative safety of corporate...

If you could do anything you wanted, what would you do? For Brian Glick, Founder of Chain.io it's what he's already doing. Brian has started multiple logistics companies and has successful exits but his love of the work and the people keeps bringing him back. As a gifted entrepreneur and communicator, he shares how critical it is to have faith in yourself while balancing the advice of others. His unique take on problem-solving will help you see that in business the rules of the game are...

Did you know the average life-span of an over-the-road driver is 16 years shorter than the general public? While many find that hard to believe, a select few find it hard to accept. So they are working to change it.  People like Dr. Mark Manera, the Founder & CEO of Supply Chain fitness. This week we go deep on relationships to uncover why Mark cares so much about this issue and how it has changed his life's story. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight companies find freight...

Think you know big data? This week we explore the world of AI-powered transportation with Ravi Ahuja, the founder and CEO of Optym, and Shaman Ahuja, the Deputy CEO. Ravi shares his journey from academia to entrepreneurship and explains how it can take millions of data points to solve certain supply chain problems. Shaman shares how he has been shaped by his father's experiences and his own pursuit of success while exploring the what the future may look like as he takes over the family...

Ever wonder what VC's are really thinking about your pitch? In this episode, Ben offers invaluable insights on raising capital, sharing his experiences of pitching to venture capitalists and how he leveraged his network to get started.  With multiple ventures and exits behind him, it's easy to forget that success wasn't always guaranteed. He shares powerful life lessons from his family including fighting against prejudice while crediting his grandfather's entrepreneurial spirit for...

This week we hear from Brad Perling, the Founder & CEO of Bitfreighter on the relationship between building high-performing teams and creating the ideal customer experience.  Listen in to his journey from being inspired by his parents to wrestling with imposter syndrome as the head of a fast-growing organization.  Brad goes onto explore the deeper 'why' that keeps him moving forward as he navigates the next chapter of his entrepreneurial journey. Proudly sponsored by Rapido. How freight...

This week Trey Griggs, founder of Beta Consulting Group shares how self-awareness became his compass to help navigate the challenges of starting his own business. Listen in as he offers a deep dive into brand building, navigating social media and understanding the customer journey from the perspective of a well-known industry insider and content creator. Hear how Trey discovered his own sweet spot in business by identifying the convergence of passion, prowess, market demand, and customer...