In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview our newest team member, Ryan Moreland. He is a new Strategic Advisor at Tenney Group and we’re ecstatic that he’s joined our team. We cover: - Ryan’s background and what brought him to us. - What role a Strategic Advisor plays in your business exit. - The significance of preparation before you decide to sell your business. ___ Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
In this episode of They Hot Seat, we speak with Joe Spisak, CEO of Fulfill.com. We cover: - How e-comm brands can find the right 3PL. - Factors of a good 3PL. - When it’s time to switch to a new 3PL. ___ Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
In this episode of The Hot Seat, we speak with Paul Menig, CEO of Business Accelerants. We cover:
- Using technology to increase company value.
- The role due diligence plays in the buying and selling process.
- Our outlook on a positive future within the T&L industry.
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In this episode of The Hot Seat, we’re joined by Nate Shutes, VP of Global Fulfillment and Logistics at Blu Dot. We cover the: - Changing Expectations of Customers - Stories of Logistics Entrepreneurs Who Win - Importance of Best Practice Groups - Advantages of Bootstrapping - Story Behind the Guide to Logistics Podcast ___ Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.
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In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Carmit Glik the CEO of Ship4wd. They are a digital-first freight forwarder that puts SMBs in control. We cover: - How Ship4wd Came to Be - 2024 Trends in Global Freight - The Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Trade - Technology Advancements in the Industry
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In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Chris Torrance, Chief Strategy Officer of Optym. We cover: - How technology has evolved in freight over the last 20 years. - Ways to improve efficiency and reduce human error. - The harmony of AI and Humans in the T&L space. - M&A in Freight Tech. ___ Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
In honor of International Women’s Day, we wanted to feature our favorite clips from the past year that showcase some of the amazing women moving the transportation industry forward.
In this episode, we're featuring: - Ellen Voie, Founder of Women in Trucking - Rebecca Brewster, President & COO of ATRI - Grace Sharkey, Host of Drive Time on FreightWaves - Anne Reinke, President & CEO of TIA - Emily Phillips, Founder of E.MISSION Advisory
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In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Sharon Siar, President of Saving Our Sisters. We cover:
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What is going on in the world of climate technology solutions? In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Lori Dunn, COO of Optimist Technologies. We cover: · Why taking action now is so important. · How decarbonization solutions are a lot easier than some people think. · The role fleet managers play in optimizing fleets. · What technologies will be key in future decarbonization efforts? ___ Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
In this episode of The Hot Seat, we are joined by Will Jenkins. He is the founder & CEO of Journey, a transportation and freight brokerage recruiting, training, and consulting company. We cover:
- Misconceptions around building a successful T&L business.
- Keys to activating rapid growth in the T&L space.- How to attract top talent.
- The characteristics of high-performing cultures.
- His future plans for Journey
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In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Trey Griggs, founder and Chief Encouragement Officer of Beta Consulting Group. We cover:
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In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Grace Sharkey, the host of the Drive Time show on FreightWaves. We cover: - Freight Tech trends in 2024. - The importance of change management when implementing a new technology. - Using Freight Tech in your go-to-market strategies. - Biggest change coming in Freight Tech in the next decade. ___ Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Sharae Moore, President of She Trucking Foundation, Inc. We cover:
- The Story behind She Trucking Foundation.
- Challenges women face in the T&L industry.
- Trucking & logistics trends in 2024.
- Advice for anyone pursuing a career in T&L.
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In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Sophia Bernard, Partner at Taylor Johnson PL. We cover: - Misconceptions surrounding nuclear verdicts. - Mitigating unreasonable demands after an incident. - System needed to protect your business. - What's ahead for the T&L industry. ___ Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Jason Mazur, Strategic Account Executive at Transflo. We cover:
· Where the tension is coming from in the freight market.
· How to increase efficiency with technology.
· Strategies for cold calling to improve cash flow.
In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Joe Lynch, Host of The Logistics of Logistics Podcast. We cover: · How The Logistics of Logistics Podcast got started. · Where the podcast is going in the future. · What makes a great guest. ___ Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Brent Orsuga the founder of Pinnacle Growth Advisors. We cover: · Current Problems Facing T&L Talent Pool · Resume Fluff vs. Finding a Top Performer · Work From Home vs In-Person · T&L Talent Market Trends in 2024
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In this special edition of The Hot Seat, Meg Meurer, Chief Commercial Officer at Tenney Group, leads a discussion with two of the group's most seasoned experts, Stephen Joest, Vice President, and Davis Looney, Director of Business Development.
This trio dives deep into the intricacies of mergers and acquisitions within the transportation and logistics sector.
They discuss the typical deal that is in high demand, what an owner wants when selling, what buyers need to get a deal done, how to close valuation gaps, and what to expect in the critical first 30 days after a seller becomes a new Tenney Group client.
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Has the freight industry become a hotbed for fraud? Michael Caney, the CCO at Highway, thinks so. In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer and Michael discuss the size of the freight fraud problem in the market, how Highway is solving it, and how carriers can supercharge their digital bookings in 2024 and beyond. ___ Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
What are private equity shops looking for when they look to acquire a trucking company?
In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer Tenney is joined by Pierre Matthieu, Managing Partner at Bluejay Capital.
Bluejay Capital specializes in improving financial and operational performance of transportation businesses all across North America. Their team of experts has more than 120 years of combined experience in transportation and logistics with a proven record of value creation.
Spencer and Pierre discuss a recent deal that Tenney Group and Bluejay worked on together, what made the deal successful, why Bluejay is staying aggressive when others are pausing, and what causes them to walk away from a deal.
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