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From Driver's Seat to C-Suite with Colby Varley | A Trucking Podcast
How Do You Go from Trucking to Executive Leadership? The path from behind the wheel to the boardroom isn’t easy, but Colby Varley proves it’s possible. With 14 years in perishable freight, Colby’s journey from driver to Vice President at Advanced Transportation Services, Inc. (ATS) is a story of hard work, strategic growth, and industry leadership.
In this episode, Colby shares how early exposure to agriculture and logistics shaped his career and how relationship-building, continuous learning, and operational excellence have been the cornerstones of his success. If you’re a driver, freight broker, or logistics professional looking to grow in the industry, this episode is packed with real-world strategies for long-term success.
📍 Episode Highlights00:00:39 – Introducing Colby Varley: From driver to Vice President. 00:03:09 – The evolution of produce logistics and its industry impact. 00:06:00 – The importance of relationships in perishable freight. 00:10:11 – Key lessons learned through hands-on industry experience. 00:16:14 – Advice for transitioning to owner-operator or fleet owner. 00:22:15 – Insights on patience and sustainable business growth. 00:29:20 – The value of being bilingual in logistics. 00:36:19 – Networking and staying fluid in professional growth.
🎙 About Our GuestColby Varley is a seasoned logistics professional with 14 years of experience in the perishable freight industry. As Vice President and Principal at Advanced Transportation Services (ATS), he blends hands-on trucking experience with strategic leadership to drive innovation and operational excellence. A firm believer in continuous learning and relationship-building, Colby is passionate about mentoring professionals in the logistics sector.
🌍 Learn more about ATS and connect with Colby: 🔗 ATS Website: https://www.AdvancedTransportationServices.com 🔗 ATS LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com 📸 ATS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AdvancedTransportationServices
📢 Stay Connected with The Miles and Mentors Podcast🚛 Get expert insights from trucking and logistics leaders who have put in the miles and are here to mentor you!
🌐 Podcast Website: https://www.milesandmentorspodcast.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/milesandmentorspodcast 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milesandmentorspodcast
🎧 Watch & Listen: 📺 YouTube: [Insert YouTube link if available] 🎙 Listen on your favorite podcast platform!
🚛 Want to Be Featured? Are you a trucking or logistics leader with an inspiring story to share? Or are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Let’s talk! Reach out at 📧 [email protected].
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By Alex PowersHow Do You Go from Trucking to Executive Leadership? The path from behind the wheel to the boardroom isn’t easy, but Colby Varley proves it’s possible. With 14 years in perishable freight, Colby’s journey from driver to Vice President at Advanced Transportation Services, Inc. (ATS) is a story of hard work, strategic growth, and industry leadership.
In this episode, Colby shares how early exposure to agriculture and logistics shaped his career and how relationship-building, continuous learning, and operational excellence have been the cornerstones of his success. If you’re a driver, freight broker, or logistics professional looking to grow in the industry, this episode is packed with real-world strategies for long-term success.
📍 Episode Highlights00:00:39 – Introducing Colby Varley: From driver to Vice President. 00:03:09 – The evolution of produce logistics and its industry impact. 00:06:00 – The importance of relationships in perishable freight. 00:10:11 – Key lessons learned through hands-on industry experience. 00:16:14 – Advice for transitioning to owner-operator or fleet owner. 00:22:15 – Insights on patience and sustainable business growth. 00:29:20 – The value of being bilingual in logistics. 00:36:19 – Networking and staying fluid in professional growth.
🎙 About Our GuestColby Varley is a seasoned logistics professional with 14 years of experience in the perishable freight industry. As Vice President and Principal at Advanced Transportation Services (ATS), he blends hands-on trucking experience with strategic leadership to drive innovation and operational excellence. A firm believer in continuous learning and relationship-building, Colby is passionate about mentoring professionals in the logistics sector.
🌍 Learn more about ATS and connect with Colby: 🔗 ATS Website: https://www.AdvancedTransportationServices.com 🔗 ATS LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com 📸 ATS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AdvancedTransportationServices
📢 Stay Connected with The Miles and Mentors Podcast🚛 Get expert insights from trucking and logistics leaders who have put in the miles and are here to mentor you!
🌐 Podcast Website: https://www.milesandmentorspodcast.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/milesandmentorspodcast 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milesandmentorspodcast
🎧 Watch & Listen: 📺 YouTube: [Insert YouTube link if available] 🎙 Listen on your favorite podcast platform!
🚛 Want to Be Featured? Are you a trucking or logistics leader with an inspiring story to share? Or are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Let’s talk! Reach out at 📧 [email protected].