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In the Hot Seat | The Business of Transportation
By The Tenney GroupBusiness
In the Hot Seat | The Business of Transportation episodes
- 3PL Trends in 2024
Technology advancements, fraud, business boom, and bust cycles are all trends that 3PL operators need to be thinking through in 2024.
In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer Tenney is joined by Anne Reinke. She is the President & CEO of TIA. This is the episode to listen to if you're looking at what trends to focus on in 2024 in the 3PL space.
TIA provides leadership and direction for the 3PL industry. They serve more than 1,700 third-party logistics members and help them better manage their companies for growth and profitability.
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Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com22 min - Communicating during a PR Crisis
You can’t go two days without seeing a nuclear verdict headline in the news. How should your company communicate with the press if it finds itself entangled in one of these incidents?
In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer Tenney, CEO of Tenney Group, sits down with Dan Ronan. Dan is a Sr. Reporter at Transport Topics and has been communicating, publicly, about the transportation industry for a long time.Dan walks us through what he recommends trucking companies do when they find themselves in a PR crisis.___Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com27 min - Use A.I. to Scale Your Transportation Business Without Losing Control
Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) has bee the hottest topic in the business world for all of 2023. What is it and how can your transportation business use it to scale and grow?
In this episode of The Hot Seat with Tenney Group CEO Spencer Tenney, we’re joined by Rocco Marrari, VP of Sales Imaging & Workflow Solutions at EBE Technologies.
We dive into how you can use A.I. to scale, what the resistance is to A.I. in the workplace, and what roles make the most sense to explore an A.I. solution.
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Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.
Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
18 min - Solving the Truck Parking Problem in America
Truck parking is one of top 10 issues facing the transportation industry. CEO, Evan Shelley of the Truck Parking Club is trying to solve it. Truck Parking Club is a comprehensive platform connecting truckers with available parking spaces across the US. Our network comprises various businesses and property owners, including trucking companies, CDL training schools, tow truck services, home builders, fertilizer companies, and many others. Join us in bridging the gap between truckers and property owners, simplifying the parking experience for everyone involved.
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Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com25 min - How does DOT Compliance Affect Transportation M&A
DOT Compliance affects every area of your transportation business but at the last minute, it could affect your M&A plans.
In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer Tenney is joined by Brandon Wiseman, the President of Truck Safe Consulting.The discussion centers not only on how DOT Compliance affects your M&A efforts but also the common discoveries around these audits, how an organization can go from having a systematic problem with safety to one with a five-star reputation, and how to build a defensible reputation while operating within nuclear verdicts.___
Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com17 min - What is a Section 363 Bankruptcy Sale
Section 363 bankruptcy sales, while often misunderstood, can be a valuable tool for businesses in distress. Navigating the legal and financial complexities of such sales can be daunting.
In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer Tenney, CEO of Tenney Group, sits down with Tenney Group VP, Ashesh Pansuria for an in-depth discussion on Section 363 Bankruptcy Sales and if its applicable to your transportation business.19 min - 12 Traits for Highly Profitable Trucking Companies
The transportation business is infamous for its slim profit margins. Does it have to be this way? Is there any hope for improvement?
Today we’re joined by Chris Henry (COO) and David Roush (President) of KSM Transport Advisors.
In this episode, Spencer Tenney asks the guys to unpack the 12 traits of highly profitable trucking companies. After listening to this interview, you will have 12 solid strategies for increasing your profit margins in 2023.
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Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.
Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com
34 min - The Wild Wild West of Venture Capital in Freight Tech
Are freight tech-forward companies like Uber actually going to disrupt the transportation industry or has the hype finally cooled?
In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer Tenney is joined by Stefan Simonetti, Partner at Kearney.They discuss where we are with digital trends in the transportation space, what venture capital is doing with freight tech in this economy, and how ultimately the transportation businesses with the cleanest data will be the ones that win.___Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com21 min - Is the Supply Chain a Possible Threat to National Security?
The health and wellness of the United States' population moves at the speed of freight.
What happens if that supply chain is interrupted by a foreign adversary or worse, poor government regulation from within?We are joined today by the co-founder of Tiger Cool Express, Ted Prince.He and Spencer discuss the major issues with freight in America right now, the possible national security threat the supply chain poses, and the problem with government regulation on the supply chain.___Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com24 min - Finding a New Mission After Selling Your Trucking Business
What does life look like after you sell your business?
Bob Kellner and his partner worked with Tenney Group to sell their business, American PetroLog, a few years ago.In this interview, Spencer Tenney and Bob discuss what that sales process was like and how Bob found his identity again after selling.___Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com21 min
About In the Hot Seat | The Business of Transportation
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This show is for any transportation business owner that is looking to improve workplace culture, grow business operations, and increase the bottom line. An industry specialized merger &…
acquisition advisory firm in business since 1973, Tenney Group has been dedicated to the Transportation and Logistics industry since its inception. Offering an array of services, including sell-side advisory, buy-side advisory and valuation services, the firm is dedicated to maximizing its clients’ outcomes.