Life by the Mile

How can your State Representative best serve you?

One of the youngest elected officials in North Carolina history traces his passion for service to his college years, while earning his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Minor in Economics - Rep. Jake Johnson knew if you wanted results, you needed to take action, and at age 22 he took on the challenge of public service.

In particular, Jake is looking out for the rural communities and the drain from their workforce. He wants to provide the basic infrastructure that will encourage the next generation of talent to come back to the community and help build a stronger future. “I can’t fix a problem that I don’t know about.” - whether you are a trade association, in education, or a trucking business owner, Jake encourages everyone to reach out to their State Representative and start a dialogue so your duly elected official can listen and take action.

This episode is a discussion about the future - if Rep. Jake Johnson can help your business or county with something, what would it be? Comment down below as you watch Life By The Mile, delivered by FreightWorks.

One of the most diverse workforces in the United States right now would be the trucking industry. Take some time to talk to a truck driver today, and ask them about their life story - you’ll meet retired CPAs, nurses, veterans, and just about anyone from every walk of life. Each driver comes with a unique story from their previous careers, beautiful things they’ve seen on the road, and challenges from other motorists. There is always a rich story to uncover.

FreightWorks’ own Claims Specialist James Reidy has had a front-row seat to the stories of so many truck drivers, and this point-of-view on the truck driver life allows him to have a deeper appreciation and connection to the drivers. His work has given him access to some of the problems that drivers had to troubleshoot, and the challenges they’ve overcome, and he can’t help but give the ultimate respect to America’s truck drivers.

This episode will show you why truck drivers should be appreciated all the more - join the conversation here on Life By The Mile, delivered by FreightWorks.

People too often look for directions in their lives from the wrong places. Consulting a Facebook page, Instagram feed, horoscope, or listening to a gossiping friend isn't helping you find the peace you long for! God’s word is timeless and unchanging. It contains answers to every single problem, need, crisis, and opportunity you're encountering today. Go to God's word for the answers you need. You’ll never be disappointed.

One of the most challenging but rewarding journeys in life is entrepreneurship. Starting a business isn’t easy, and thriving in today’s market takes a lot of effort. Whether you own a bakery at the corner or a trucking company, businesses big and small can always use a helping hand when it comes to growth.

The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to doing exactly that - helping create a healthy environment for businesses to thrive, knowing their struggles and connecting them to concerned government departments that can help, networking and sponsorship opportunities, and even making sure they provide marketing and advertising support by giving these businesses space on their online platforms.

Executive Director Cindy Cobb is at the forefront of the chamber’s efforts to build the future in Rutherford County - a long-time resident, she has a genuine love for the county’s history, passionate about engaging everyone in today’s community because a unified community can build a better future.

Find out more about Cindy’s vision for the future on Life By The Mile, delivered by FreightWorks.

Everyday drivers face the challenges of the road and pressures in their life. It's not easy work. Unpredictable weather, changing circumstances on the road and the inconvenience of a truck breakdown can work together to steal your peace and joy. It's in that moment of decision we need to remember the promises of God. Listen and be encouraged!

Want your day to start or end better and with the peace, you long for? Get into God’s word each day with “Faith By The Mile.”

Arthur Almeida and Logan Edwards are key parts of the critical load planning function at FreightWorks. In their strategic roles, all the key tasks of getting freight from “point A to B” gets hammered out in daily dialogues with driver managers, individual drivers, and a broad supporting staff.

For the uninformed person transportation and logistics may seem as easy as “just get in the truck and drive”, but it’s not that simple! Listen as two young professionals share the behind-the-scenes stories of managing daily stresses and the changing circumstances of professional driving in 2022. There’s more to the story!

Fleet Manager Chris Davies knows that every truck FreightWorks puts on the road is carrying precious cargo in the form of drivers and those whom they love. While all trucking companies in America deal with breakdowns and wear and tire with those unpredictable moments on highways and byways, at FreightWorks each of these moments is a chance to practically serve our driving team.

In an open-hearted conversation, you’ll hear about the values and principles guiding all work in our shop and why phrases like “We’re listening” and “How can we get this fixed and get you on the road?” actually mean something. When you drive for FreightWorks you join a growing family. In this episode, you’ll learn more about the guys we affectionately refer to as “the shop.”

Dr. Shihab Kuran is the founder, president & CEO of Power Edison and

Founder & Executive Chairman of EV Edison. These marketplace-leading enterprises point the way to the quickly emerging electrification of America’s transportation sector.

As a pacesetting manufacturer and innovative developer of high-power charging solutions intended for electric vehicles, EV Edison for example offers fast-charging stations, for light, medium, and heavy-duty charging.

In this provocative episode “serial entrepreneur” Dr. Shihab Kuran explains where the transformation of energy is ultimately taking us and what it will mean for the vital transportation and supply chain sector in the United States and globally.

FreightWorks recruiter Reg Moody knows life on the road. As a driver, he showed his daughter Madison what makes over-the-road experiences spacious and special.