Join us as Jason Provonsha, the CEO of Steam Logistics, shares his career journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. Starting from an unexpected pivot into logistics with Access America Transport to the acquisition by Coyote Logistics before ultimately finding his long term home at Steam, Jason's story is a masterclass in adaptability and growth. 

This episode isn't just about career milestones; it's a deep dive into the fabric of leadership and organizational culture. Jason shares insights into the complexities of private equity buyouts/acquisitions and the critical importance of prioritizing workplace environment. We'll explore the benefits of a flat organizational structure that fosters collaboration and accessibility, and how leaders can inspire passion within their teams—even in industries that might not seem inherently exciting. Jason also provides a candid look at the stress and triumphs of steering a company through periods of significant change and growth.

We'll also unpack the strategic evolution of Steam Logistics, from its roots in freight forwarding to becoming a fully integrated, multimodal 3PL. Jason gives The Freight Pod it's first look at international freight forwarding. He also details the Cradle-To-Grave pod model that encourages entrepreneurial behavior within the company and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the logistics industry. With insights into the crucial role of custom technology in enhancing business efficiency, this episode offers a comprehensive understanding of the evolving logistics landscape. Tune in to gain valuable wisdom on intentional culture-building and how to navigate the highs and lows of leading a growing organization.

***Episode brought to you by Rapido Solutions Group. I had the pleasure of working with Danny Frisco and Roberto Icaza at Coyote, as well as being a client of theirs more recently at MoLo. Their team does a great job supplying nearshore talent to brokers, carriers, and technology providers to handle any role necessary, be it customer or carrier support, back office, or tech services.***

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*** This episode is brought to you by Rapido Solutions Group. I had the pleasure of working with Danny Frisco and Roberto Icaza at Coyote, as well as being a client of theirs more recently at MoLo. Their team does a great job supplying nearshore talent to brokers, carriers, and technology providers to handle any role necessary, be it customer or carrier support, back office, or tech services. Visit gorapido.com to learn more.

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