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Building a Recruitment Legacy in Trucking with Kameel Gaines | A Trucking Podcast
How Do You Build a Successful Recruitment Business in Trucking? Finding the right drivers for the right companies isn’t just about hiring—it’s about retention, culture, and long-term success.
In this episode, Kameel Gaines, CEO of Rig on Wheels, shares her incredible journey from solo entrepreneur to industry leader in driver recruitment and retention. She discusses the challenges of growing a business, the importance of matching drivers with company culture, and how diversity and inclusion are shaping the future of trucking.
Whether you're a driver, recruiter, or trucking entrepreneur, this episode offers actionable insights on building a sustainable career, fostering mentorship, and making a lasting impact in logistics.
📍 Episode Highlights01:00 – Introduction to Kameel Gaines and Rig on Wheels. 04:15 – What brought Kameel to the trucking industry. 07:30 – Overcoming challenges as a solo entrepreneur. 12:45 – The importance of building the right team. 16:20 – Matching drivers to company culture for long-term success. 22:05 – Kameel’s perspective on diversity, equity, and inclusion in trucking. 28:45 – The impact of mentorship on driver retention. 32:10 – Advice for new drivers on building a sustainable career. 36:00 – Kameel’s approach to mentorship and the value of community.
🎙 About Our GuestKameel Gaines is the CEO of Rig on Wheels, a leading recruitment and retention agency in the trucking industry. With years of experience, Kameel has built a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to helping drivers find the right opportunities while supporting companies in building strong, long-lasting fleets. She is passionate about mentorship, workforce development, and creating positive change in trucking.
🌍 Learn more about Kameel and Rig on Wheels: 📞 Phone: (281) 968-3100 🔗 Website: https://www.rigonwheels.com/ 🔗 Connect with Kameel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kameel-gaines-rig-on-wheels/ 📘 Follow Rig on Wheels on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels
📢 Stay Connected with The Miles and Mentors Podcast🚛 Get expert insights from trucking and logistics leaders who have put in the miles and are here to mentor you!
🌐 Podcast Website: www.milesandmentorspodcast.com 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/milesandmentors 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/miles-and-mentors-podcast
🎧 Watch & Listen: 📺 YouTube: https://youtu.be/gPkY-0v-uH8 🎙 Listen on your favorite podcast platform!
🚛 Want to Be Featured? Are you a trucking or logistics leader with an inspiring story to share? Let’s talk! Reach out at 📧 [email protected].
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By Alex PowersHow Do You Build a Successful Recruitment Business in Trucking? Finding the right drivers for the right companies isn’t just about hiring—it’s about retention, culture, and long-term success.
In this episode, Kameel Gaines, CEO of Rig on Wheels, shares her incredible journey from solo entrepreneur to industry leader in driver recruitment and retention. She discusses the challenges of growing a business, the importance of matching drivers with company culture, and how diversity and inclusion are shaping the future of trucking.
Whether you're a driver, recruiter, or trucking entrepreneur, this episode offers actionable insights on building a sustainable career, fostering mentorship, and making a lasting impact in logistics.
📍 Episode Highlights01:00 – Introduction to Kameel Gaines and Rig on Wheels. 04:15 – What brought Kameel to the trucking industry. 07:30 – Overcoming challenges as a solo entrepreneur. 12:45 – The importance of building the right team. 16:20 – Matching drivers to company culture for long-term success. 22:05 – Kameel’s perspective on diversity, equity, and inclusion in trucking. 28:45 – The impact of mentorship on driver retention. 32:10 – Advice for new drivers on building a sustainable career. 36:00 – Kameel’s approach to mentorship and the value of community.
🎙 About Our GuestKameel Gaines is the CEO of Rig on Wheels, a leading recruitment and retention agency in the trucking industry. With years of experience, Kameel has built a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to helping drivers find the right opportunities while supporting companies in building strong, long-lasting fleets. She is passionate about mentorship, workforce development, and creating positive change in trucking.
🌍 Learn more about Kameel and Rig on Wheels: 📞 Phone: (281) 968-3100 🔗 Website: https://www.rigonwheels.com/ 🔗 Connect with Kameel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kameel-gaines-rig-on-wheels/ 📘 Follow Rig on Wheels on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels
📢 Stay Connected with The Miles and Mentors Podcast🚛 Get expert insights from trucking and logistics leaders who have put in the miles and are here to mentor you!
🌐 Podcast Website: www.milesandmentorspodcast.com 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/milesandmentors 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/miles-and-mentors-podcast
🎧 Watch & Listen: 📺 YouTube: https://youtu.be/gPkY-0v-uH8 🎙 Listen on your favorite podcast platform!
🚛 Want to Be Featured? Are you a trucking or logistics leader with an inspiring story to share? Let’s talk! Reach out at 📧 [email protected].