SUMMARY: 

In this episode of Choppin' It Up, Will Jenkins interviews Chadd Olesen, CEO of AVRL, discussing his journey from a small-town upbringing to launching a successful voice technology company. Chadd shares insights on work ethic, the evolution of AVRL, and the importance of customer relationships and implementation in the tech industry. He emphasizes the need for innovation and collaboration in transportation technology, highlighting the challenges and successes faced along the way. 

TAKEAWAYS:

• Chadd has traveled to 72 countries, showcasing his adventurous spirit.
• His upbringing on a family farm instilled a strong work ethic.
• Education was not a primary focus for Chadd until later in life.
• AVRL was launched in January 2017 after years of development.
• The first customer for AVRL was BMW, marking a significant milestone.
• AVRL automates around 25 million transactions a month for 3PLs.
• Customer implementation is crucial for technology adoption and success.
• Chadd believes in building trust within the transportation industry.
• The future of AVRL includes becoming a market intelligence company.
• Chadd values the friendships formed with customers through collaboration. 

CHAPTERS: 

• 00:00 Introduction to Chadd Olesen and AVRL
• 02:47 Chadd's Early Life and Work Ethic
• 06:03 Education and Early Career
• 08:53 The Birth of AVRL
• 12:04 Initial Success and Pivoting Strategies
• 15:14 Expanding into Transportation
• 18:02 Building Trust in the Industry
• 20:51 Innovating for Customer Success
• 23:50 Navigating Challenges and Growth
• 27:09 The Importance of Customer Implementation
• 29:48 Future of AVRL and Industry Insights
• 33:02 Personal Reflections and Closing Thoughts

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host, Will Jenkins

Creative Director, Erin Sweeney

Edited and mixed by Keenan McCarthy

Music licensed through Envato

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