As Fleet Manager for FreightWorks Chris Davies speaks of an unlikely path to his current leadership role. Educated as an engineer he was an early hire for what is now our fast-growing trucking & logistics enterprise. He has experienced different positions and often complex problems in the company which allows him to have a better understanding of what the true needs are for a driver. He manages, coordinates, and fosters strategic relationships with diverse suppliers and service support through companies like Love’s while maintaining a growing fleet navigating all the well-publicized challenges we hear about for 21st-century trucking. He shares with us the hopeful anticipation for new Peterbilt trucks starting in the first quarter of 2022 along with a strong commitment of leadership to innovation and the use of cutting edge technology to enhance safety, driver comfort, and company profitability. It’s an informative episode certain to help you better understand the unique place this company holds in America’s marketplace and the bedrock principles of faith, prayer, and perseverance upon which the company has been built. It’s all about inspiring trust, speaking the truth, and keeping promises made.

Bud Byers is an active 83 year old from NC with a heart pouring out incredible stories from forty years working for Yellow Freight Company. He logged more than 5 million miles without one reportable accident! In this episode, we learn of what trucking used to be like in the “good old days” and why he believes truck drivers are the “last American cowboys.” He describes trucks you’d have to manhandle into submission with the loners and legends he sometimes met in truck stops. He relives acrid smells of brakes and diesel fumes in cabs with no air conditioning nor cushioned rides. And...you’ll learn how an Air Force veteran made a bold move after his military service into trucking which he said provided a wonderful life for his family. Pull up a rocking chair and listen to Bud share his stories. You’ll smile and sense the power of a man’s commitment to his family, community, and the world of truck drivers he’d “go back to in a minute” if he was younger.

Dave Brandos is a Sr. Partner for Mirror Eye* Sales and a treasure of information on trucking safety. In a special episode, he shares trends in the industry, the rise of lawsuits, needs for driver protection, and a fascinating new technology that replaces standard mirrors with an integrated camera system. No more blind spots and enhanced driver comfort are the results! With an unshakable commitment to safety for the sake of drivers and their families FreightWorks this episode taps into a seasoned trucking safety expert’s keen insights into where our ever-evolving industry is headed. You won’t want to miss this look into the future unfolding before our eyes.

Clark Reed is a Roscoe, IL-based over-the-road driver with Nussbaum Transportation and a Freightliner “Team Run Smart” PRO. He’s viewed as a marketplace expert on many trucking and logistics issues and most notably increasing fuel economy. He has a broad and fast-growing social media presence while reinforcing in his message the critical role driver attitudes and daily choices make in safety and bottom line profits. Wit, wisdom, and stories from the road are woven through this very special episode!

Stacy Setzer knows the power of miracles because he’s a walking example of one. As a father to five children and having experienced common hardships in life he’s had the uncommon story of surviving two near-fatal automobile and equipment accidents and now since 2017 has been living the trucking life he went through other companies to find. As a key driver and mentor on the Dole account, he shares what it’s like to drive through the night, the delicate balance of work and home life, and the joys of working for a company that keeps its promises. You’ll enjoy and appreciate this open-hearted conversation.

Ellen Voie is an industry leader and spokesperson globally for issues related to women in trucking and strategic ways to grow their participation as owners, operators, and supply chain change agents. She founded “Women In Trucking” in 2007 and was appointed in 2021 to serve on the impactful Federal Motor Carriers Safety Association’s Motor Carriers Safety Advisory Committee. Breaking through stereotypes she’s become a major thought leader and innovator in a quickly changing industry. You won’t want to miss her insights and inspiring rally cry for women to join a vocation they can succeed in at the highest levels with helpful coaching from a leader who knows how! She also hosts weekly a live, call-in show airing exclusively on SiriusXM Road Dog Channel 146.

Our FreightWorks Customer Service Manager Misty Howell knows what our customers expect because she used to be one! She retells the story of a new transportation partner (us) who when missing the mark on a first load had founder & president Josh Farmer showing up without an appointment with a gift basket in hand and a question. “What can we do to get this back on track?” The same spirit led Misty to our company where she and the team serving our customer Chemours were honored as “2020 Gold Carrier Of The Year.” 1776 loads. 3.5 million miles. 98% on-time record. She’ll share what makes FreightWorks such a rare company workplace for everyone...regardless of their place on the team.

FreightWorks driver Bobby Harrell shares in this heartfelt podcast episode the rigors of the road and the grace to navigate challenges through personal faith in God. Errant drivers. Wind gusts above 60 MPH. The treacherous snowy roads through Donner Pass. You’ll catch a glimpse of a driver’s life and how one keeps freight moving.

Our drivers all have stories of where they’ve come from, what brought them to FreightWorks, and what they’ve overcome to build a new life with our growing team. Chad and Amber are no exception! A married driving team tells of dealing with a serious disease, radical weight loss due to the pursuit of a healthier life, and the sweet encouragement of six ferrets who are their faithful traveling companions. It’s another exciting episode of Life By The Mile where every new revelation is just a thirty-minute conversation away.