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In this episode with Spence Manthe, we talk about the most vital aspect of a successful career in the freight business - building customer relationships!

Spence emphasizes the significance of honesty, value, and respect in broker-carrier relationships, understanding customer and carrier needs, and maintaining core competencies in business development.

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We're back for another live session and are thrilled to have Sean Smith of Denim back on the show!

Today, Sean talks about the top 100 freight brokers, opportunities in the current freight market, targeting the right customer base, using technology in brokerage, business development strategies, and the importance of financial planning.

Reference Link: https://www.ttnews.com/logistics/freightbrokerage/2024

About Sean Smith

Sean Smith, VP of Product at Denim, has spent 10 years building and scaling products in the financial services and logistics industries. While leading Product at Denim, he has pioneered new capabilities for the factoring space including risk automation and pricing.  Sean has also led work on our client dashboard, job management and collaboration that have revolutionized the process and workflow for broker clients looking to save time on back office operations. He excels at combining his passion for technology with the ability to drive impact on a balance sheet.

Connect with Sean

• Website: https://www.denim.com/ 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/smithseanp/ 
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Today’s episode with James Currier focuses on market conditions, equipment financing, refinancing options, client relations, market predictions, and business strategies.

Listen in to learn the impact of interest rates on financing, the importance of debt consolidation, proactive financial advice for clients, and preparing for potential financial downturns.

About James Currier

James Currier is the Chief Revenue Officer at Finloc USA, where James leads the sales team across the country in a relentless pursuit for increased market share in the equipment finance field. After starting his professional career as a Business Analyst in the healthcare field, James came to realize that his passions were best suited to dealing with people and organizations aiming for growth. After a two year contract was completed with Fraser & Interior Health Authorities in British Columbia, a career change ensued and James has not looked back since. Combining the analytical fundamentals learned in healthcare and a natural gravitation towards people and business development, James has thrived in a sales career since 2012, leading, managing, and training dozens of people over the past several years.

Subsequent to the completion of a >$400MM acquisition at his previous company, James made the jump to Finloc where he was first tasked with hiring and redeveloping the Ontario, Canada market. James was then assigned to manage the US division for Finloc as a player/coach, originating new asset-based financing opportunities and finding, attracting, and training new talent.

James has worked in an exceptionally diverse range of roles since the age of 15, starting as a minor hockey league referee. His openness to new experience has allowed James to experience positions as a head of high-profile security, high-adventure whitewater rafter guide, Corporal in the Canadian Armed Forces Infantry Reserve, business analyst, VIP/Private security operative, personal support worker, guitar teacher, and sales leader.

As a well-versed hobbyist who enjoys learning and new experiences, James enjoys coaching/playing/watching hockey, swimming, guitar, hunting, fly fishing, boating/canoeing, cycling, hiking, woodworking, motorcycling, reading, DIY projects, and evening walks with his wife, 2 boys, and golden retriever.

Connect with James

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-currier-clfp-232b0842/?originalSubdomain=ca 
• Email: [email protected]

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In this episode, Charley Dehoney brings his expertise in automating accounts receivable operations and increasing business efficiency through technology!

Charley also speaks about the importance of financial management in the logistics industry, the benefits of accurate invoicing, AI automation, and the broader market potential!

About Charley Dehoney

Charley Dehoney is a seasoned operator, executive, advisor, and investor with two decades of experience in transportation, technology, and artificial intelligence. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Upwell, he leads a team of innovators that is reshaping accounts receivable and invoicing practices for logistics companies through cutting-edge AI automation. Charley's strategic expertise has consistently yielded impressive revenue systems, driving substantial growth for teams and businesses, with a cumulative impact exceeding hundreds of millions of dollars. With a track record of supporting over 150 logistics technology businesses. Charley has demonstrated his commitment to fostering innovation in the logistics industry. Additionally, he is recognized as a decorated youth sports coach, known for building championship teams both on the field and in the business world. Charley lives in Omaha, NE, and finds great satisfaction in his roles as a dedicated family man, coach, and an influential figure driving innovation in logistics and technology.

Connect with Charley

• Website: https://www.upwell.com/ / https://www.charleydehoney.com/ 
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We’re back for another week of insights about the freight market, and today, we’ll tackle some articles covering the impact of a Supreme Court ruling on freight carriers, analysis of the truckload and LTL markets, and predictions for market recovery!

Resources / References

• https://www.freightwaves.com/news/supreme-court-ruling-could-boost-freight-carriers-legal-powers 
• https://www.joc.com/article/analysts-divided-over-pace-us-truckload-recovery-while-ltl-gains-speed_20240627.html

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Did you miss our latest live Q&A? Then, don't miss this episode to catch up with the topics covered during this live session, such as finding freight, cultivating personal relationships, and prioritizing work-life balance, fitness, and health!

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Get ready to learn from this episode with Amber Button, sharing her transition from the produce industry to transportation!

Amber speaks about the challenges in business development, building relationships with shippers, insights on the produce market, sales strategies, and produce logistics. 

About Amber Button

Amber Button is an accomplished Business Development Manager at Fresh Freight with over 15 years of experience in the produce industry. Formerly a Senior Account Manager at Markon Cooperative, she excels in relationship building, problem-solving, and logistics. Amber has successfully managed shipments and maintained high customer satisfaction. She thrives in fast-paced environments, leveraging her analytical skills to develop and implement effective business strategies. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Family and Consumer Science from California State University, Fresno, Amber is also recognized for her ability to train and mentor associates, ensuring organizational efficiency and growth.

Connect with Amber

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberjbutton/ 
• Email: [email protected]

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Kyle Provost is back for another live session! 

In today's episode, he talks about vetting tools and best practices for brokers and carriers, identifying phishing scams, developing a checklist for verifying a broker’s legitimacy, and accountability for rate reductions. Don’t miss out on this conversation!

About Kyle Provost

Kyle has spent his entire 20-year career building bespoke software solutions for small and medium businesses throughout North America, empowering them with enterprise capabilities and enabling them to pursue growth that would not otherwise have been possible. As the technical founder of BrokerCarrier, he brings this approach to freight brokerage industry with a solution that empowers every broker—large or small—with the tools they need to build and utilize a reliable, secure carrier network.

He is a native of Northern Nevada, and holds a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Nevada, Reno. On the rare occasion that he’s not in front of a computer, he spends his time with his wife and their three pets.

Connect with Kyle

• Email: [email protected] 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-provost/

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Be updated about the latest trends in today’s episode as we discuss fuel prices, the federal cargo theft task force, the need for tougher crime prosecution, and concerns regarding autonomous trucking technology! 

Resources / References

• https://www.truckersnews.com/news/article/15677593/house-committee-approves-2-million-for-new-federal-cargo-theft-task-force 
• https://www.ttnews.com/articles/aurora-uber-freight-partnership 

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Acquire tons of knowledge in technology utilization from today’s episode with Chris Torrence!

Chris joins the show to cover the importance of maintaining a neutral mindset in the freight industry, the role of AI in automation and augmentation, the significance of human-to-human interaction, Optum's focus on optimization, and the challenges in technology adoption, data fragmentation, and standardization. There’s more to learn from our conversation, so don’t miss out! 

About Chris Torrence

A Visionary Leader in Transportation and Logistics Technology, Chris Torrence serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Optym, Inc. Torrence possesses over 20 years of vast and equally diverse experience within the commercial logistics, transportation, and supply chain solutions industry. From the US military to industry-leading incumbents and hyper-growth start-ups, he has worn virtually every functional hat imaginable within the space. He fundamentally believes the ability to harmonize human capital with advanced technology is paramount for success in the modern day freight ecosystem.

Prior to joining Optym, Chris proudly served in the United States Air Force with three wartime tours of duty under his belt. While on active-duty, he was charged with overseeing logistics readiness, joint task force operations, and installation deployment planning for the Department of Defense. Following his military service, Chris spent over a decade at global 3PL behemoth, C.H. Robinson, primarily with the TMC division whereby he was selected to work onsite managing the complex logistical needs for multinational Fortune 100 shippers. This unique exposure equipped him with the ability to truly understand the intricacies of enterprise supply chains from multiple vantage points. 

Chris was later tapped to help orchestrate the launching of Uber Freight, to include the autonomous truck program as part of Uber's Advanced Technologies Group. He subsequently led global expansion efforts at premier SaaS visibility provider, FourKites, Inc., before becoming a senior executive at Arrive Logistics, one of the fastest growing freight brokerages in the United States. Most recently, Chris led strategic sales and go-to-market strategy for Optimal Dynamics, a Princeton University spinoff specializing in advanced AI and sequential decision analytics within the trucking sector. During his three year tenure at OD, Chris personally generated over 80% of the organization's total revenue (ARR/TCV). He was also a critical piece in securing north of $56 million in VC funding. 

Chris Torrence's combination of industry knowledge, leadership success, strategic vision, and passion for innovation makes him a compelling and influential speaker for transportation and logistics media and events. His insights into the intersection of technology, AI, and logistics are invaluable for audiences keen on navigating the complexities of the modern-day freight ecosystem.

Connect with Chris

• Website: https://optym.com/ 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-torrence-0ab7923b/

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