In this episode of Miles and Mentors: A Trucking Podcast, host Alex sits down with Hunter Woodfin, Southeastern Sales Executive at PCT Logistics, Inc. and co-host of The Logistics Lounge. Hunter shares his journey from studying Logistics and Intermodal Transportation at Georgia Southern University to becoming a key player in the drayage and refrigerated LTL industry.

From his early days navigating the complexities of freight brokerage to his current expertise in refrigerated LTL logistics, Hunter provides valuable insights into mentorship, networking, and career growth in trucking and logistics.

If you're a trucker, freight broker, logistics professional, or someone considering a career in the industry, this trucking podcast is packed with mentorship insights, career strategies, and industry knowledge to help you succeed.

📌 Episode Highlights: 📍 00:00:00 – Meet Hunter Woodfin and his journey into the logistics industry. 📍 00:01:20 – From mechanical engineering to logistics: Hunter’s career pivot. 📍 00:02:47 – Early career lessons and why logistics is a “learn-on-the-job” industry. 📍 00:06:55 – The impact of diverse roles in shaping logistics expertise. 📍 00:10:03 – Hunter’s current role at PCT Logistics, Inc. in refrigerated LTL. 📍 00:12:15 – The importance of proper reefer temperature control in freight. 📍 00:16:10 – The high cost of failure in refrigerated transport. 📍 00:18:33 – How mentorship shaped Hunter’s career in logistics. 📍 00:21:10 – The power of networking and social media in trucking. 📍 00:24:16 – How to prepare for market shifts in the logistics industry. 📍 00:29:42 – Inside The Logistics Lounge and the impact of logistics podcasting. 📍 00:34:03 – The rise of digital transparency in trucking and logistics. 📍 00:36:14 – Final thoughts: staying connected, learning, and adapting in logistics.

🎙 About Our Guest:

Hunter Woodfin is a Southeastern Sales Executive at PCT Logistics, Inc., specializing in refrigerated LTL shipping for wine, spirits, and high-value cargo. With a BBA in Logistics and Intermodal Transportation from Georgia Southern University, Hunter has built a career across drayage, LTL, and international freight logistics. He is also the co-host of The Logistics Lounge, where he helps connect professionals across the industry.

🔗 Learn More: 🌍 PCT Logistics, Inc. – https://www.pctlogistics.com 💼 Connect with Hunter on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-woodfin-6977ab8b/ 🎙 The Logistics Lounge Podcast – https://thelogisticslounge.com

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