Truck Focus Podcast

Friends in the industry – 

In today’s episode, I am excited to speak with Tyler Boyd, owner of Bowline Logistics. 

Our industry is full of wonderful people, which is why I am so excited for my interview today as Tyler’s honest and humble approach to leading a successful business is a testament to what is possible. 

With a people-first approach, Tyler and his team have helped grow Bowline Logistics into a very impactful carrier. A highlight of our conversation is when Tyler talks about his approach to valuing people, which has helped retain a majority of his staff including professional drivers.

I encourage you to connect with Tyler on LinkedIn directly or visit their website https://www.bowlinelogistics.com/ to learn more about doing business with them.

Furthermore, if you are looking to work for an excellent carrier then I highly recommend connecting with Bowline Logistics as they currently have positions available. 

Thank you again Tyler for your time today!

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Friends in the industry 

In today’s episode, I am excited to speak with Allan Anastacio, head of sales and operations at TruckTractorTrailer.com 

In our conversation, Allan will walk us through the TruckTractorTrailer.com platform, but also dive into the multiple values ads the platform offers that really help both the buyer and seller get faster and easier.

During our conversation, Allan also shares a story about the how TruckTractorTrailer.com platform was able to help a stranded owner-operator find, receive financing for their purchase, and deliver a replacement tractor to his motel in 3 days!

If you are looking to sell, or buy, a truck tractor or trailer then I highly recommend visiting TruckTractorTrailer.com right now!  

You can connect with Allan directly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allananastacio 

Thank you again Allan, I really appreciate your time and for the impact, you and TruckTractorTrailer.com are having in our industry!

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Happy New Year from the Truck Focus Podcast!

We hope that you are able to enjoy time together this holiday season, and reflect on all that you are grateful for!   

For the professionals that are working throughout the holiday season, thank you so much for all that you do! 

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Friends in the Industry -

Whenever there comes an opportunity to stand up for what is right, I believe we need to take it, especially if it helps protect others. Protection in regard to safety, but also in how we plan projects to help ensure they are a success. Far too often in the transportation industry, we are expected to face situations where there feels like no protection is in place, and no one is advocating to fix the issues at hand.

This is why I am excited about today’s episode, as I have a conversation with John Ashton, executive director with the Alberta Sand & Gravel Association, and Aurora Beekman, operations manager AMI Rockchain. 

Throughout our conversation, you will see how the Alberta Sand & Gravel Association is advocating for those in our industry, and I strongly recommend getting connected with them, especially if you are looking to haul aggregate in Alberta.

Learn more: www.asga.ab.ca
Contact John Ashton directly: 780-435-2844 ext 1

Alberta Sand & Gravel Association has a number of initiatives ongoing that truly help their membership.

Become a member today!

Important note: all members receive a FREE HSE Toolkit to help you and your operation safely work in and around sand & gravel pits!

Carriers that are looking to register, so they can haul for aggregate producers visit here 

Thank you again John & Aurora, I really appreciate your time today and for the value you shared in our conversation!

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Friends in the Industry - 

In today's episode, I am excited as this is Part 2 of my conversation with Morgan Beaudry, owner of Road Ahead Counselling about professional drivers' trauma and the need to provide a safe place for them to share their stories. 

I am excited as this interview is part of our We Got This - Mental Health series, and is part 2 of 2 with Morgan. This series is dedicated to exploring Mental Health. I will be interviewing a number of professionals that will help us navigate what exactly is Mental Health, and offer guidance on actionable steps we can take each day to protect and ultimately strengthen our own mental health. *disclaimer - the purpose of our series is to educate, encourage, and empower and to not prevent or discourage anyone from seeking medical attention. 

Throughout Morgan's journey, she has learned the importance of sharing your story, especially after a traumatic experience takes place, such as a motor vehicle collision. Far too often does the conversation stop after someone hears "the driver was not deemed at fault" after the collision, but there is so much more to it than that. 

Learn more about Knights of the Road, an initiative Morgan lead to help professional drivers share their story after dealing with traumatic collisions. 

Learn more: https://knightsoftheroad.ca 

Morgan recently opened Road Ahead Counselling, a practice that puts you in the driver's seat and, together, you will explore past and present factors complicating your life. Morgan uses techniques from narrative to gestalt to genograms, together you can find a path that moved you toward who and what and how you want to be. 

With person-centered, solution-focused, and goal-driven methods, you'll work together to find a way through the pain, confusion, trauma, and uncertainty. Together, you and Morgan will leverage the tools and gifts you already have to move you forward toward your short and long-term goals.

Learn more about Road Ahead Counselling:  https://roadaheadcounselling.com 

Contact Morgan directly via email: [email protected] 

Thank you again Morgan! 

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Happy Holidays from the Truck Focus Podcast!

We hope that you are able to enjoy time together this holiday season, and reflect on all that you are grateful for! 

For the professionals that are working throughout the holiday season, thank you so much for all that you do! 

Truck Focus Podcast introduces transportation industry leaders, to the industry, to help create a pivotal change.

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Friends in the Industry -

I am excited to have back on the podcast, Bradley George, one of the main coordinators for the Lesco Proshow Country Christmas Convoy that took place on December 11th, 2021! 

In his return conversation, we discuss how the convoy went while highlighting the various organizations, cities, enforcement involved that helped make the Convoy such a success! 

If you are interested in continuing to provide donations for this year's event, please email Bradley directly: [email protected]

Or speak with Les at Lesco Distributor: https://lescodistributors.ca

Check out some of the footage of the convoy here:
Convoy Part 1
Convoy Part 2

During our initial interview, Bradley highlights the reasons behind the convoy, where the convoy will take place, how to register, but best of all - the impact the toys and nonperishable food items will have on the various families in the Leduc County area. So far, the donations have led to hundreds of toys and an incredible amount of food that are being donated to the Leduc Foodbank and Santas Helper!

A huge shoutout to the members of Alberta Large Cars for helping make this event possible!

The convoy started at BlackJacks Road House in Nisku for hosting the start of the event in their large parking lot! Learn more: https://blackjacksroadhouse.com which is located at 2110 Sparrow Drive, Nisku, Alberta.

The convoy finished at the Leduc West Antique Society property, which is located at 49541 Range Road 260, Leduc County, Alberta. 

Truck Focus Podcast introduces transportation industry leaders, to the industry, to help create a pivotal change.

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Friends in the Industry -

In today's episode, Avery and I reflect on the journey with the A Youthful Take on Transportation series over the course of 2021 and express gratitude for the industry leaders that have graciously joined Avery on the podcast to share their knowledge and passion with him. 

Avery and I want to give a huge shoutout to the industry leaders that joined the series this far: 

Bruce Outridge, owner of Lead Pedal Podcast joined Avery on episode #47. A big takeaway for Avery in this episode is to appreciate the various personalities in the transportation industry, and how there are plenty of valuable people involved!

Check it out now! 

Shelley Walker, CEO of Women's Trucking Federation of Canada joined Avery on episode #45. A big takeaway for Avery in this episode is that professional drivers deserve respect! 

Check it out now!  

Roy Jessup, Over the Road Professional, joined Avery on episode #29. A big takeaway for Avery in this episode is that we need to focus on operating safely!

Check it out now!  

Les Mann, Over the Road Professional, joined Avery on episode #25. A big takeaway for Avery in this episode is that we need to prepare ahead before making the trip, to ensure we can navigate safely and as a professional!

Check it out now! 

As we prepare for 2022, a big goal of ours is to have the A Youthful Take on Transportation series be formed into a presentation that can be presented in schools, and other learning environments, to really educate and highlight the various opportunities in the transportation industry. 

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For some time now, I have been impressed with ComplianceBox, as they have improved the way commercial carriers and professional drivers can manage their transportation requirements. 

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Have a great day, and let's create a pivotal impact!

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Friends in the Industry - 

In today’s episode, I am excited to speak with Nelson Brison, owner of Contingency Safety Solutions on the impact our families have on our decisions to operate safely, and the benefits of integrating safety solutions into your workplace.

Contingency Safety Solutions - assisting workplaces to piece their OHS elements together. 
Let Contingency Safety Solutions introduce your Company to the POWER and CONVENIENCE of "Digital Safety Management Systems".

I encourage you to learn more about Contingency Safety Solutions by visiting: www.contingencysafety.com 

Connect with Nelson:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nelson-brison-30bba5a1
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/contingencysafety/
Email

Thank you Nelson for joining the Truck Focus Podcast! 

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Friends in the Industry - 
 
 Being able to validate your experience is crucial, especially in the transportation industry. 
 
 In today’s episode, I am excited to have a conversation with Caleb Krahn with DriverVerified. 

DriverVerified is a system built specifically to help professional drivers and carriers validate information ongoing, to ensure professional drivers can be hired, and carriers can hire when needed!
 
 Learn more about DriverVerified by visiting www.driververified.com 
 
There are a couple of important takeaways from today's episode that I wanted to highlight:
 
First, professional drivers need to value their experience, and validate it!
 
Second, DriverVerified is solving a large problem in the industry by providing a platform that allows professional drivers, owner-operators, carriers, and insurance brokers to work together on one platform to confirm information and experience.
 
Third, the system is free to try, so I highly recommend setting up an account today! 

I encourage you to connect with Caleb by sending him an email: [email protected]

Connect with DriverVerified on social media:

LinkedIn 

Facebook 

Instagram 

Twitter 

 
Thank you again Caleb for taking the time and joining me for a podcast interview today, I really appreciate it! 

Truck Focus Podcast introduces transportation industry leaders, to the industry, to help create a pivotal change.

The podcast is designed to share our industry leader's knowledge with those working within or looking to get into the transportation industry, to help demystify specific requirements and offer guidance on important decisions.

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