I’m joined today by Jason Reeves, President of Colville, Inc., a logistics provider operating in Alaska’s North Slope. With a background in energy management across Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas, Jason now leads Colville’s diverse operations, including trucking, fuel distribution and more. We dive into the challenges and unique aspects of running a logistics company in one of the harshest environments on Earth.

Key Takeaways:

(03:00) Fuel, trucking and retail operations.

(06:02) Dalton Highway is vital for supply routes.

(08:45) A Strong safety culture ensures driver preparedness.

(10:15) Rotational schedules offer work-life balance.

(12:45) Lower 48 recruiting focuses on safety and culture.

(15:31) Open books help employees make smart decisions.

(18:35) Long-term sustainability ensures company stability.

Resources Mentioned:

Jason Reeves -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-reeves-4a18115/

Colville, Inc. -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/colville-inc/

Dalton Highway Overview -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dalton_Highway

Great Game of Business -

https://www.greatgame.com/

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