The Logistics of Logistics

From Farm to Fork:  A Broker's Guide to Food Safety and Cold Chain Logistics with Brian Hastings


Listen Later

In “From Farm to Fork:  A Broker's Guide to Food Safety and Cold Chain Logistics”, Joe Lynch and Brian Hastings, the CEO and Co-founder of Veritas Logistics, discuss the critical role of human-centric logistics and strong partnerships in ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of food.

About Brian Hastings

Brian Hastings is the CEO and Co-founder of Veritas Logistics, a third-party logistics firm founded in 2020 that prioritizes people and operates with core values of truth, partnership, passion, positivity, and service to provide customized transportation solutions. With over 15 years in the freight brokerage industry, Brian began as a sales executive at TQL, quickly advancing to a respected sales team leader where he helped develop satellite offices. Driven by a desire to challenge industry norms and enhance customer experience, he co-founded Veritas Logistics on the belief that people are at the heart of success. In just three years, he has guided the company to become one of Cincinnati’s Best Places to Work and a Fast 55 honoree, earning a positive reputation among shippers and carriers. A respected thought leader, Brian regularly speaks on logistics topics including fraud prevention and sales strategies. His core values of hard work, passion, and personal accountability, forged during his time as a baseball player at the University of Kentucky, continue to guide his professional and personal life.

About Veritas Logistics

Veritas Logistics is a third‑party logistics firm founded in 2020 and headquartered in Cincinnati, OH (11–50 employees). Created to stand out in a crowded industry, Veritas prioritizes people and operates with core values of truth, partnership, passion, positivity, and service. With over 20 years of combined team experience, Veritas leverages deep logistics expertise and an expansive carrier network to anticipate client needs, process transactions efficiently, and deliver tailored solutions for each shipment. Their culture emphasizes honesty, accountability, continuous improvement, and long-term partnerships powered by high expectations. Veritas prides itself on customized transportation services that align with evolving supply-chain complexities.

Key Takeaways: From Farm to Fork:  A Broker's Guide to Food Safety and Cold Chain Logistics
  • In “From Farm to Fork:  A Broker’s Guide to Food Safety and Cold Chain Logistics”, Joe Lynch and Brian Hastings, the CEO and Co-founder of Veritas Logistics, discuss the critical role of human-centric logistics and strong partnerships in ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of food.
  • Human Element & Culture are Paramount: Success in cold chain logistics, including food safety and FSMA compliance, relies heavily on dedicated individuals, robust training, and a strong company culture. Veritas Logistics emphasizes that "people are at the heart of success."
  • True Partnerships Drive Food Safety: Effective cold chain management moves beyond mere transactions. Brokers like Veritas build genuine partnerships, anticipating needs and offering tailored solutions to ensure food safety from farm to fork.
  • Customer Focus is a Cold Chain Edge: A deep commitment to the customer experience differentiates brokers in cold chain. Understanding specific temperature needs and transit vulnerabilities is crucial for successful, safe deliveries and maintaining product integrity.
  • Leverage Expertise & Networks: Navigating complex cold chain logistics and strict food safety regulations requires extensive industry knowledge and a strong carrier network. Veritas Logistics' experience and expansive network are vital for compliant solutions.
  • Accountability & Improvement Ensure Integrity: A culture of personal accountability and continuous improvement is essential for food safety and cold chain integrity. This commitment ensures prompt issue resolution and refined processes to prevent spoilage.
  • Brokers Mitigate Risk for Food Security: Reliable logistics brokers play a crucial role in vetting carriers and implementing security measures to protect valuable food shipments from fraud and theft, directly contributing to food security.
  • Training & Process Adherence for Compliance: Comprehensive training on FSMA and cold chain best practices, coupled with strict adherence to protocols like truck washouts and temperature monitoring, forms the foundation for sanitary transportation and compliance.
Learn More About From Farm to Fork:  A Broker's Guide to Food Safety and Cold Chain Logistics

Brian Hastings | Linkedin

Veritas Logistics | Linkedin

Veritas Logistics

Logistics & Leadership | Apple Podcasts

Logistics & Leadership | Spotify

Go Veritas | YouTube

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
  • If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues.
  • The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: GoogleAppleCastboxSpotifyStitcherPlayerFMTuneinPodbeanOwltailLibsynOvercast
  • Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube
...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

The Logistics of LogisticsBy Joe Lynch

  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9

4.9

62 ratings


More shows like The Logistics of Logistics

View all
WSJ What’s News by The Wall Street Journal

WSJ What’s News

4,321 Listeners

WSJ Your Money Briefing by The Wall Street Journal

WSJ Your Money Briefing

1,711 Listeners

TED Business by TED

TED Business

1,108 Listeners

a16z Podcast by Andreessen Horowitz

a16z Podcast

1,043 Listeners

Exchanges by Goldman Sachs

Exchanges

978 Listeners

WSJ Minute Briefing by The Wall Street Journal

WSJ Minute Briefing

661 Listeners

Interchange Recharged by Wood Mackenzie

Interchange Recharged

502 Listeners

The Indicator from Planet Money by NPR

The Indicator from Planet Money

9,501 Listeners

Suze Orman's Women & Money (And Everyone Smart Enough To Listen) by Suze Orman Media

Suze Orman's Women & Money (And Everyone Smart Enough To Listen)

4,404 Listeners

The Journal. by The Wall Street Journal & Spotify Studios

The Journal.

5,958 Listeners

Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques by Matt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart

Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

787 Listeners

The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway by Vox Media Podcast Network

The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

5,361 Listeners

All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg by All-In Podcast, LLC

All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

9,200 Listeners

Unhedged by Financial Times & Pushkin Industries

Unhedged

163 Listeners

The Economics Show by Financial Times

The Economics Show

122 Listeners