Buckle up for a deep dive into the trucking industry, exploring shipper vs. carrier conflicts, the driver shortage, parking woes, and the road to a stronger future! Unveiling the challenges and triumphs of trucking: Driving Forward takes a four-part journey this week.
Part 1: Conflicting Goals Shippers vs. Carriers
- Nate Johnson and Kyle Kottke of Kottke Trucking will dive into the clashing priorities between shippers seeking to reduce costs and carriers grappling with network optimization.
Part 2: The Struggle is Real: Driver Shortage & Parking Crisis
- Nate Johnson and Tim Chrulski of Garner Trucking will discuss the driver shortage's impact from various viewpoints and explore potential solutions, including the FMCSA's Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program.
- We'll also highlight the struggle for truck parking with Evan Shelley and how companies like Truck Parking Club are working on the solution.
Part 3: The Backbone of America: Keeping the Industry Strong
- Industry veteran Ed Burns, CEO of Burns Logistics Solutions, will share his insights on the trucking industry's role in America's growth.
- Learn about the "Nothing Without Trucking" initiative educating the public about the industry's importance.
Part 4: Building a Better Future: Relationships & Innovation
- Discover the importance of networking and building strong relationships within the industry with Robert Bain and Wendy Bartz.