With 17 years of experience in revenue growth and team building, Matt helps business owners and leadership teams run smarter and more efficiently. He brings real-world insight into how strong offshore staffing solutions, clear SOPs, and disciplined team leadership drive consistent results at scale.

We’ll dive into what it really takes to build efficient teams, why process matters, and how the right structure fuels sustainable growth.

We sat down with Ryan Schreiber, a transformation evangelist and one of the brightest minds in transportation and logistics. With more than 15 years in the industry, Ryan has done it all. Operator, founder, advisor, board member, investor, and award-winning contributor to the Journal of Commerce and FreightWaves.

He co-founded Freight AI in 2016, gaining early expertise in applied artificial intelligence long before it became the buzzword it is today. With a Magna Cum Laude law degree from Michigan State University and a vision for the future of freight and conversational UI,

Ryan continues to push the industry forward. And of course, he does it all while proudly serving as a father of cats. 🐱

We’re sitting down with John 🅰️ Rogers, a self-made entrepreneur whose journey started in Appalachia and took him all the way to a 3M dollar net worth by age 31. From making 75 dollars a month as a kid to owning 16 debt-free homes, a ranch near Yellowstone, and a powerful investment portfolio, John is living proof that discipline, sales, and relentless drive can change everything.

He has built his life on simple truths:

👉 Sales creates freedom

👉 Wealth comes from investing, not spending

👉 And “no” is never the final answer

Our guest is Aleks Bates, a true globetrotter turned logistics pro with one wild career story.

Born and raised in Canada, Aleks took a trip to Serbia… and on day two, quit his job and never went back.

Since then, he’s built dispatch offices, crushed it on the carrier side, moved into brokerage with PGT Northside, and launched Carrier Defender to protect carriers from false reporting. Oh, and he also runs Asset Based Media for editing, content, and all things creative.

This one’s going to be a ride. Don’t miss it!

Brooke O'Grady - COO of TAFS, passionate about building efficient systems and strong teams that make a real difference in transportation factoring.

George McWilliams - Director of Partnerships at TAFS, with nearly a decade of experience in factoring, TMS, and brokerage, now focused on building relationships that support trucking companies.

We're diving deep into operations, partnerships, and the financial solutions that keep the freight industry moving.

In this episode of 2 Dawgs 1 Pod, we’re diving deep into the art (and science) of recruiting in logistics, from brokers to carriers, operations to leadership. 🐾

Join Matt Dahl and Will Hopkins as they sit down with industry pros who’ve mastered the recruiting game. Whether you’re building your first team, scaling a brokerage, or just trying to find and keep great talent, this episode is packed with real-world advice, lessons learned, and insider strategies that actually work. 💼

From identifying the right candidates to building a culture that keeps people around, our guests share how they’ve navigated one of the toughest parts of the freight world, finding and keeping the right people.

Live with Josh Lyles Lyles, founder of Salesdash CRM and an absolute powerhouse when it comes to sales, marketing, and logistics. From leading top-performing teams at multiple freight brokerages to making moves as a sales leader at Tesla, Josh knows what it takes to grow, lead, and win. And if the name sounds familiar, yep, he’s the guy who stepped in as our guest co-host last December, keeping the pod rolling with his signature energy and insights.

This podcast, we’re sitting down with Ryan Morrow, Chief Revenue Officer at Fura Freight — one of the fastest-growing logistics and transportation companies in the U.S. Recognized on the 2025 Inc. 5000 as the #26 fastest-growing logistics company and #5 fastest-growing brokerage, Fura is reshaping how shippers think about visibility, capacity, and collaboration. Ryan brings over a decade of experience from both the big box and startup sides of the freight world — leading high-performing sales and operations teams driven by innovation, customer experience, and sustainable growth. If you’re serious about the future of logistics, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

We’re bringing together a group of new freight brokers, all within their first year in the industry.We’ll dig into the real stories, the wins, the lessons, the surprises, and what it really takes to find your footing in logistics when you’re just getting started.If you’re new to the game (or remember when you were), you won’t want to miss this one!

Malcolm Harris is a prominent voice in freight media and the dynamic host of "What The Truck?!?", the flagship television show on FreightWaves TV. Originating from Conyers, GA, and now based in Tennessee, Malcolm brings a unique blend of industry expertise and engaging storytelling to the supply chain arena.

With a background spanning logistics and recruiting, Malcolm provides a valuable perspective and sharp commentary on the latest industry developments. His show serves as a vital hub for the logistics community, delivering breaking news, insightful analysis, and compelling interviews with key industry figures.

Beyond his work in freight, Malcolm is the passionate co-founder and host of "Chatt it Up Sports," a podcast dedicated to celebrating Chattanooga's vibrant sports culture. The show highlights local athletes, community stories, and the personalities shaping the regional sports landscape.