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News, awesome stories, insights and solutions for the trucking world. Do you want to increase your revenue? Do you want to lower your operating costs? We offer solutions that help companies attack both sides of the P&L and generate more net income. We exist to help our clients to grow revenue, streamline operations, and reduce operating costs. We provide thought leadership, software, engineering, consulting, and project leadership resources to help companies achieve amazing results. - To your success - Andy Hedrick - CEO - TruckingTower.com

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    Ep. 135 - Up to $100,000 Credit & $1.00 Per Gallon Tax Incentives

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 20:39


    On the show today, we discuss:- The push for more biodiesel fuels by the government- Grants, incentives, and tax credits- Our sustainability economy and opportunities in the years ahead- US Department of Energy website:         https://afdc.energy.gov/fuels/laws/BI...  - How to gain better fuel economy when running biodiesels- MoreTo start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/We are excited to partner with Michael Vincent on fuel economy improvement, emissions reduction, and plastics waste reduction with monetary gains for companies and individuals.  Thank you to our sponsor - CyberFuels.  This technology helps companies reduce fuel spend by 10%-20% while reducing emissions and repairs.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner.To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower#biodiesel #fuel #incentives #fueleconomy #sustainability #ESG #technology

    Ep. 134 - EV's and What Do We Do Right Now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 25:47


    - The state of our electrical infrastructure and big rig truck charging needs- The state of our roadways and 16,000-24,000 more pounds per truck for EV batteries- Charging 30 big rig trucks is the equivalent of powering an entire city – example included- Comments from Senator Cramer and Andrew Boyle First Vice Chair of the ATA- Foreign mineral supply chains and human rights violations - How you can go greener and save money right now - The net savings of 10%-20% less fossil fuel along with RFP benefits- Our Sustainability Economy and the transitions in the years ahead- MoreTo start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/We are excited to partner with Michael Vincent on fuel economy improvement, emissions reduction, and plastics waste reduction with monetary gains for companies and individuals.  Thank you to our sponsor - CyberFuels.  This technology helps companies reduce fuel spend by 10%-20% while reducing emissions and repairs.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner.To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower#EV #electricvehicles #infrastructure #charging #fuel #fueleconomy #sustainability #ESG #technology

    Ep. 133 - Nimble Raises $115M to Scale Autonomous 3PL Logistics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 16:14


    On today's show, Andy Hedrick and Jonathan Briggs discuss:✅ The explosion of e-commerce in recent years✅ How Jonathan got involved in autonomous warehouse picking✅ News of the Nimble $115M capital raise to date✅ Top considerations for autonomous picking✅ Positive results from this approach✅ USA manufacturing facility news✅ More....Thank you to our sponsor – FleetDrive 360! Click below for a free 3-month test drive and gain back 30%-50% of your time related to driver hiring, onboarding, document management, and drug & alcohol testing. ▶ https://www.fleetdrive360.com/3-month...To learn more about Nimble, please click the link below. ▶ https://www.nimble.aiTo your success, Andy Hedrick CEO - Trucking Tower www.TruckingTower.com

    Ep. 132 - 19.8% Fuel Reduction, 21.95% Less DEF & A Net Savings Review with Michael Vincent

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2023 22:29


    ❔ Would you like to reduce your fuel spend by 10%-20%?  ❔ Would you like to burn cleaner and reduce your DEF, maintenance, and repair bills?  ❔ Would you like to win more business?❔ Would you like to promote your reduction of greenhouse gases? To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/We are excited to partner with Michael Vincent on fuel economy improvement, emissions reduction, and plastics waste reduction with monetary gains for companies and individuals.  Thank you to our sponsor - CyberFuels.  This technology helps companies reduce fuel spend by 10%-20% while reducing emissions and repairs.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner.To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower

    Ep. 131 - Streamlining Background Checks & A New Partner Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 11:40


    It is always great talking about trends, keys to success, and solutions in the HR world with my friends Jerry Nielson and Charlie Saffro.  In this episode, we talk about:  ☑ what is currently happening in the job market ☑ what people are looking for from the candidate side☑ what people are looking for from the hiring side ☑ streamlining background checks and using HR integrations☑ the partnership announcement of these two awesome companiesTo learn more about TruDiligence, please click below:▶ https://www.trudiligence.com/To learn more about CS Recruiting, please click below:▶ https://www.cs-recruiting.com/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO - Trucking Tower

    Ep. 130 - Storing Hydrogen in Coal and Clean Fuels Economy Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 21:55


    On the show today, Michael Vincent and Andy Hedrick discuss:✅ Fuel reduction, emissions reduction, and plastics waste reduction happening now✅ Opportunities in Sustainability while reducing operating costs ✅ Technologies being deployed and the verified results✅ Scientific research and new technologies that are emerging✅ More….We are excited to partner with Michael Vincent on fuel reduction, emissions reduction, and plastics waste reduction with monetary gains for companies and individuals.  Thank you to our sponsor - CyberFuels.  This technology helps companies reduce fuel spend by 10%-20% while reducing emissions and repairs.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO

    Ep. 129 – 1 Million Less Barrels Per Day by Saudi Arabia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2023 21:34


    On the show today, Michael Vincent and Andy Hedrick discuss:✅ OPEC+ news and plans ✅ Fuel supply and upward pricing✅ What is OPEC+?✅ What countries are involved in OPEC+?✅ Why was OPEC formed and the purpose today?✅ More….I am excited to partner with Michael Vincent on fuel economy improvement, emissions reduction, and plastics waste reduction with monetary gains for companies and individuals.  Thank you to our sponsor - CyberFuels.  This technology helps companies reduce fuel spend by 10%-20% while reducing emissions and repairs.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below: -  https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower #fuel #fuelprices #fueleconomy #sustainability #ESG #technology

    Ep. 128 – Cleaning Up the Ocean and Related News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 21:02


    On the show today, Michael Vincent and Andy Hedrick discuss:✅ The Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch that is the size of France ✅ Work being done by The Ocean Cleanup organization ✅ Floating “neuston” marine life ✅ Marine ecosystems tied to "neuston" ✅ Impacts of plastic pollution ✅ More….We are excited to partner with Michael Vincent on plastics waste reduction, fuel economy improvement, and emissions reduction with monetary gains for companies and individuals.  Thank you to our sponsor - CyberFuels.  This technology helps clients improve fuel economy an average of 20% while reducing emissions an average of 22% with a net cost savings.   Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:-  https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower#ocean #plastic #pollution #sustainability #ESG #technology

    Ep. 127 - Advantages of Key Relationships in Global Shipping

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 18:56


    Featuring Michael Stolarczyk - Book Author / Global Account Management with Hapag-Lloyd.  On the show today, we discuss: On the show today, we discuss:• 3 keys to affecting your shipping rates in a positive way• How to avoid “whipsawing” rates• Planning versus reactionary spending• Transactional business versus partnering• The advantages of key relationships in global shipping• More…Thank you to our sponsor – CyberFuels! To reduce your fuel spend by $0.26 to $0.95 per gallon, please click this link:▶ https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-...To learn more about Hapag-Lloyd, please click this link: ▶ https://www.hapag-lloyd.com/en/home.htmlTo your success, Andy Hedrick CEO - Trucking Tower www.TruckingTower.com #shipping #logistics #author #maritime #podcast #logistics #transportation #trends #success #tips

    Ep. 126 - Using Driver Feedback to Improve Operations

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 20:09


    On the show today, we discuss:✅ Josh's visit to the White House and the Trucking Action Plan✅ His roots in legal and compliance and his journey into trucking✅ Key stats and how trucking drives the United States economy✅ Keys to successful driver recruiting and retention✅ How driver feedback and corporate culture are intertwined✅ More….Thank you to our sponsor – FleetDrive 360! Click below for a free 3-month test drive and gain back 30%-50% of your time related to driver hiring, onboarding, document management, and drug & alcohol testing. ▶ https://www.fleetdrive360.com/3-month...To learn more about Grammer Logistics and current job opportunities, please click the link below. ▶ https://www.grammerlogistics.com/To your success, Andy Hedrick CEO - Trucking Tower www.TruckingTower.com 

    Ep. 125 - Mind-Boggling Methane Leaks & Satellite Images

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2023 20:39


    On the show today, we discuss:✅ Massive methane emissions and satellite images✅ The reasons cited for these emissions✅ How captured methane is being used for energy✅ Meteor rock strikes home in New Jersey✅ Space junk and what is happening✅ More….Trucking Tower is excited to partner with CyberFuels and Michael Vincent to improve fuel economy an average of 20% while reducing emissions at combustion an average of 22%.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:☑ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower

    Ep. 124 - $393 Billion Investment and Clean Fuels Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2023 25:14


    On the Sustainiacs show today, we discuss:✅ $393 Billion investment by USA for cleaner energy✅ How it compares to the GDP of the top 192 countries ✅ How to reduce fuel and emissions with cost savings✅ Plastics recycling with monetary gains✅ European sanctions and fines for dirty engines✅ The Sustainability economy and the road ahead✅ MoreTrucking Tower is excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy an average of 20% while reducing emissions an average of 22% - all at a net cost savings.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:✅ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – www.TruckingTower.com#supplychain #maritime #trucking #logistics #costsavings #sustainability #MPG #funding #cyberfuels #emissions #fuel #carriers #trends

    Ep. 123 - How to Avoid Overpaying for Commercial Insurance

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 14:23


    On the podcast today, Monte King and Andy Hedrick discuss:☑ What NOT TO DO when working to get the best rates☑ How to avoid "Riding the Razorblade"☑ Controlling your renewal process☑ Keys to success for landing the best commercial insurance rates☑ More...

    Ep. 122 - The Fight for Better Trucking Legislation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 21:58


    Marina Ivanov, Founding Member and Operations Manager of APEX Transit & Logistics, joined Eva Rumble on the Trucking Tower Podcast to discuss the fight for better trucking legislation for trucking companies and drivers, and she shares her encouraging grass roots company startup story. On the show today, we discuss:✅ Marina's roles as Legislative Committee Member of the NCTA Women in Trucking and the NC Truckers Association Advisory Committee✅ Harmful vs. Helpful Trucking Legislation ✅ How her family history and love for the trucking industry spurred her to advocate for better legislation✅ How operational costs have skyrocketed for small to medium-sized trucking companies✅ Ways that APEX Transit & Logistics balances operational costs and sustainability✅ How Marina and I met at the NC League of Transportation and Logistics Spring meeting✅ More… To learn more about CyberFuels, Inc.'s fuel economy and emissions reduction solutions or to book a 15-minute meeting, please click below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-...To your success,Eva RumbleExecutive Vice President - Trucking Towerwww.truckingtower.com#trucking #legislation #truckingadvocacy #fueleconomy #emissionsreduction #costsavings #sustainability #NCTAWomenInTrucking #NCLTL #CyberFuelsInc #TruckingTower

    Ep. 121 - Cheating Scandal in Emissions Control - More Individuals and Companies Charged with Crimes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 18:30


    On the “Sustainiacs” show today, we discuss:✅ More individuals and companies charged with crimes✅ Why companies are deleting emissions control systems✅ How companies are reducing fuel and emissions with CyberFuels✅ The Harvard cheating scandal that caused students to be expelled✅ Recent incoming Harvard freshmen survey about cheating in high school ✅ How to reduce fuel costs and emissions without deleting systems✅ More…Trucking Tower is excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy 8%-31% while reducing emissions an average of 22% at a net cost savings.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Towerwww.TruckingTower.com#emissions #trucking #logistics #sustainability #MPG #cyberfuels #fuel #carriers #recycling #plastics #trends

    Ep. 120 - The Fear of Changing Background Screening Companies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 12:39


    On the show, we discuss: ✅ The Friction from companies against changing background screening companies  ✅ Why companies wait until the Peak of Frustration, Revenue Loss, or Candidate Loss to make a change ✅ How TruDiligence bridges the gap and is a partner in this crucial area of people management✅ Proactively switching = immediate streamlining, risk mitigation, accuracy, & speed + saving time & money ✅ How TruDiligence carries much of the load in the screening process✅ This isn't just data collection. Quality and timely candidate screening is essential to the foundation of a company.✅ More… To streamline your background checks and open up new capabilities, please click below: ▶ https://www.trudiligence.com/getting-...To your success,Eva RumbleExecutive Vice President Trucking Towerwww.TruckingTower.com#backgroundchecks #hrsolutions #candidatescreening #savetimeandmoney #proactivesolutions #trudiligence #truckingtower #peoplemanagement #hiringsolutions

    Ep. 119 - TIA Conference Sustainability Panel & Some Revealing Topics

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 30:39


    On the “Sustainiacs” show today, we discuss:✅ 2023 TIA Conference Sustainability in Logistics breakout session ✅ Michael's role as moderator on the Sustainability panel ✅ Trends in plastics reduction, fuel reduction, and emissions reduction✅ Arnold Schwarzenegger in the news taking care of business✅ Why attendees of a nudist beach in Vienna Austria are up in arms✅ Ways to reduce emissions and reduce plastics while making more money✅ More…To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/Trucking Tower is excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy 8%-31% while reducing emissions an average of 22%.  Fleet companies save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower#sustainability #logistics #TIA #MPG #cyberfuels #fuel #emissions #trucking #carriers #plastics #recycling

    Ep. 118 - Keys to Improving Driver Retention

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 24:33


    On this episode of the Trucking Tower Podcast, Joel Benson and Andy Hedrick discuss:☑ Top challenges facing the trucking industry☑ Keys to improving driver retention ☑ Joel's family roots in trucking☑ The trucking business Joel started with his Dad ☑ How trucking impacts our economy☑ More…Thank you to our sponsor – FleetDrive 360!  Click below for a free 3-month test drive and gain back 30%-50% of your time related to driver hiring, onboarding, document management, and drug & alcohol testing.▶ https://www.fleetdrive360.com/3-month...To learn more about BGB Trucking, please click the link below.▶ https://bgbtrucking.org/To your success, Andy Hedrick CEO - Trucking Tower www.TruckingTower.com #truckingindustry #drivers #retention #trucking #trends #success #tips

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    Ep. 116 - EPA Eyes More Strict Particulate Matter Reduction & An Interesting World Record

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2023 29:36


    On the "Sustainiacs" show today, Michael and I discuss:✅ Michael's 6 month no-haircut adventure✅ Why he grew out his hair and what happened next✅ An interesting world record✅ EPA proposal on NOx and feedback from engine OEMs✅ The effects of particulate matter on public health✅ 72 million residents in high-traffic Class 8 big rig areas✅ Harvard study on higher COVID-19 risks ✅ What is being done✅ More…Trucking Tower is excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy 8%-31% while reducing emissions an average of 22%.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower

    Ep. 115 - C02 News & Where Would You Go, Where Would You Hide? - Michael Vincent & Andy Hedrick

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2023 30:38


    On the Sustainiacs show today, we discuss:- C02 report and why the news is a bit wonky - Where are we headed?- AP news about IHOP hideaway for bandits- C02 is still trending up, but at a lower rate of gain than 2021.....hmmm✅ We are excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy 8%-31% while reducing emissions an average of 22%.  ✅ Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/   To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower

    Ep. 117 - Damon's New Album & Talking Supply Chain

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 39:06


    On this very special edition of the "Sustainiacs" show, we discuss:✅ Damon's new album titled “Amazing” and the inspiration behind it ✅ A preview of Damon's new song - “Running Into Love” ✅ All of our earliest memories of playing an instrument or singing✅ Our decades in trucking and supply chain work✅ How Andy discovered Damon's amazing talent through LinkedIn ✅ Damon's podcast appearances with Michael on FreightWaves years ago✅ Michael and John Brewer's trucker songs and how that came together✅  Andy's keyboard collaboration on “This That and The Other” written by Michael ✅ MoreCongratulations on your new album release Damon!  To hear more of Damon's songs from this new album and from others, please visit: ▶ https://www.daezentertainment.com/Trucking Tower is also excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy 8%-31% while reducing emissions an average of 22%.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To reduce your spend on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO –Trucking Tower#trucking #music #supplychain #love #inspiration #success

    Ep. 114 - Rising Stars vs. Talent Crisis: How Emerging Leaders are Conquering the War on Talent

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2023 20:44


    On the show today, we discuss:• The reasons behind Robert's book – CEO FOR LIFE®• The war on talent and trends in the marketplace• How things have changed since the pandemic• Key challenges facing companies today• Keys to closing those gaps• How executives can thrive in this environment• More…Thank you to our sponsor – CyberFuels! To reduce your fuel spend by $0.26 to $0.95 per gallon, please click below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-...To learn more about CEO For Life Academy, please click the link below.▶ https://www.ceoforlife.academy/To your success, Andy Hedrick CEO - Trucking Tower www.TruckingTower.com #leadership #author #recruiting #podcast #logistics #transportation #trends #employers #employees #success #tips

    Ep. 113 - Large Emissions from Ship Scrubbers & Terrifying Plastic Rock Findings

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2023 24:31


    On the show today, we discuss:✅ The marine pollution consequences of ship scrubbers✅ What are ship scrubbers?✅ What can be done to reduce emissions without using scrubbers?✅ How companies are reducing fuel and emissions at cost savings       (Hint: See Michael's Sustainiacs page below)✅ Changes in geology from human activity✅ What are plastiglomerates?✅ More…We are excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy 8%-31% while reducing emissions an average of 22%.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower#émissions #maritime #sustainability #geology #marine #pollution

    Ep. 112 – Key Trends In Supply Chain Recruiting with Charlie Saffro

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2023 16:28


    On the show today, we discuss: ✅ Supply chain recruiting trends of the past 6 months✅ Key challenges facing candidates and tips for their success✅ Key challenges facing employers and tips for their success✅ The best ways to get started with CS Recruiting✅ Words of advice for our friends listening or watching todayThank you to our sponsor – TruDiligence!  To save time and money on your background checks while gaining expert insights from over 30 years in the business, please click the link below.  ▶ https://trudiligence.ac-page.com/eva-...To learn more about CS Recruiting, please click the link below.▶ https://www.cs-recruiting.com/To your success, Andy Hedrick CEO - Trucking Tower www.TruckingTower.com #recruiting #supplychain #logistics #transportation #trends #employers #employees #success #tips

    Ep. 111 – New Emissions Standards, ATA, OOIDA and Invasive Super Pigs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2023 26:10


    On the show today, we discuss:✅Are the new emissions reduction standards realistic for trucking?✅ How to generate more profits while reducing emissions   (hint: Michael's special "Sustainiacs" page below with CyberFuels)✅ Is California driving the emissions standards across America?✅The ATA stance on the matter✅ Insights from OOIDA on the matter✅ Are wild pigs native to North America?✅ A Canadian “super pig”, a giant, “incredibly intelligent, highly elusive” beast capable of surviving cold climates by tunneling under snow, is poised to infiltrate the north of the U.S.✅The billions of dollars in damages so far✅ More….We are excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy 8%-31% while reducing emissions an average of 22%.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To start saving money while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower#emissions #EPA #ATA #OOIDA #trucking #goals

    Ep. 110 - Leveraging Media to Grow a SaaS Platform with Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2023 17:01


    On the show today we discuss:☑ Paul's journey and his decision to use media in his business☑ What led to the launch of ShipperCRM SaaS☑ The Trucking Tower business intelligence SaaS and use of media☑ Utilizing media for business growth ☑ Key challenges in the industry addressed with ShipperCRM☑ Why media plays a key role with Paul's companies ☑ How to grow an audience and key pointers for utilizing media ☑ More…To reduce your fuel spend by $0.26 to $0.95 per gallon, please click below:    ▶  https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-...To learn more about ShipperCRM, please click below:     ▶  https://www.shippercrm.com/To learn more about FreightCaviar, please click below:     ▶  https://www.freightcaviar.com/

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    Ep.109 - Transporting Hippos, Freight Growth, and EPA SmartWay Transport 30-Year Anniversary

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2023 22:25


    On the “Sustainiacs” show today, we discuss:✅ Transporting hippos from Colombia (breaking news from the AP)✅ The best ways to shepherd and transport these beautiful 3-ton animals✅ Growth in freight trends✅ Fuel, emissions, and plastics waste reduction✅ Making more money or saving more money (either way you win)✅ EPA SmartWay Transport 30-year anniversary✅ More..Thank you to our sponsor CyberFuels! If you would like to save $0.26 to $0.95 per gallon of fuel while reducing emissions at combustion, please click our Sustainiacs partner page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To learn more about Ocean Plastic Technologies and utilizing recycled plastics for financial gains and a more sustainable environment, please visit:▶ https://oceanplastictechnologies.com/To your success,Andy Hedrick CEO - Trucking Tower & CyberFuels Business Development PartnerMichael Vincent President - Ocean Plastic Technologies USA & CyberFuels Business Development Partner#freight #epa #trends #hippos #colombia

    Ep. 108 - Overcoming Struggles With Driver Turnover - Nic Sallis, COO at FleetDrive 360

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 19:24


    On the show today, we discuss:☑ How the great resignation is affecting the transportation sector☑ Challenges with finding and retaining skilled supply chain employees☑ How to be aware of problems BEFORE they happen to prevent lost revenue, significant violations and fines, and out of service orders☑ The cost of replacing lost employees☑ Building a culture of accountability, not blame, to retain top talent☑ Keeping a strong funnel of skilled candidates☑ Encouraging ownership and transparency among drivers☑ How to save time and money & streamline the onboarding and hiring process☑ Benefits of digitally maintaining compliance documents and driver files☑ Nic's background and the inspiration behind this company☑ More…To learn more about FleetDrive 360, please click the link below.▶ https://www.fleetdrive360.com/trucking-tower-fleetdrive-demo/ To your success, Eva Rumble Executive Vice President - Trucking Tower www.TruckingTower.com #trucking #compliance #DOT #FMCSA #drivers #trends #truckingindustry

    Ep. 107 - Moving from ESG Goals to ESG Action with Ryan Purcell

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 12:47


    On the show today, we discuss:·         Our shared passion in the ESG space·         Our common Industrial Engineering and supply chain background·         Key challenges within the ESG space·         Keys to overcoming the challenges in this area·         More…To reduce your fuel spend by $0.26 to $0.95 per gallon, please click below:▶  https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-trucking-tower/ To learn more about Coupa, please click below or connect with Ryan on LinkedIn:▶  https://www.coupa.com/

    Ep. 106 - TIA & Legislative Actions with Greg Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 20:33


    On the Trucking Tower Podcast today, we discuss:☑ TIA and their involvement in 3 key legislative areas:    •           Unauthorized Double Brokering    •           Dispatch Service Companies     •           Motor Carrier Safety Selection Standard Act To reduce your fuel spend by $0.26 to $0.95 per gallon, please click below:    ▶         https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-trucking-tower/ To learn more about RDS Capacity Solutions, please click below:    ▶ https://rdscapacitysolutions.com/ To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – TruckingTower.com #TIA #legislative #trucking #safety #legal

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    Ep. 105 - AB5 & Updates from the Field with Patrick Camuñez

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 8:29


    On the show today, we discuss:☑ AB5 and how it affects the trucking industry☑ The three prongs of the ABC test ☑  Independent contractor versus employee determination ☑ Key challenges facing employees and companies☑ Keys to success in overcoming the challenges☑ More…Thank you to our sponsor - TruDiligence. To save time and money on your background checks while gaining expert insights from over 30 years in the business, please click the link below.   https://trudiligence.ac-page.com/eva-rumble-book-a-callTo learn more about Need It Now Delivers – a GEODIS company, please click the link below.https://www.nindelivers.com/To your success, Andy Hedrick CEO - Trucking Tower www.TruckingTower.com  #AB5 #trucking #compliance #drivers #carriers #trends

    Ep. 104 - The Supply Chain of Recycling with Michael Vincent & Andy Hedrick

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 21:40


    On the show today: 1) “Stop Frying Bacon in a Pan”?  Hot off the press on CNET – Michael and I strongly disagree with this notion.  What say you?! 2) Phys.org reports that “Only about 5% of plastic waste gets recycled in US” – a huge drop from 9% in 2019.  Why is that?▶ Full article here: https://phys.org/news/2022-05-plastic...3) Reuters – “P&G faces shortage of recycled plastic in race to meet sustainability goals.”  Why is that?  ▶ Full article here: https://www.reuters.com/business/sust...4) We are excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy 8%-31% while reducing emissions an average of 22%.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner. To start saving money, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – TruckingTower.com#recycling #recycle #sustainability #supplychain

    Ep. 103 - Driving Sustainability in E-commerce with George Wojciechowksi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 14:44


    Ep. 102 - Chinese Spy Balloons & U.S. Supply Chain Effects with Michael Vincent & Andy Hedrick

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 17:08


     Please chime in with your thoughts. - What is the real story here?- Who gains and loses from this? - Effects on US & China trade relations?- International supply chain changes on the way?- Changes in port volumes, facility locations, shipping lanes?To drastically reduce your fuel and maintenance costs, along with reducing emissions at combustion, please click on Michael Vincent's special “Sustainiacs” web page below.➡ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/ I have been fortunate to collaborate and podcast with Michael across the last 3 years (along with doing with a music collaboration on an original song from Michael during a podcast).

    Ep. 101 - To Kill a Unicorn - The World of Startups and a Shocking Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 19:44


    DC Palter, Executive Committee Member at Tech Coast Angels, and Andy Hedrick discuss:✔ DC Palter's book titled “To Kill A Unicorn”✔ His inspiration for writing this book✔ Our common background of engineering and business development✔ His work with startup companies and funding✔ The world of Venture Capital ✔ Keys to success in landing the right partner✔ More….Thank you to our sponsor - CyberFuels!  To drastically reduce your fuel and maintenance costs along with reducing emissions at combustion, please click below.➡ https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-trucking-tower/To learn more about DC Palter and his work with Tech Coast Angels, please visit this website: ➡ https://www.techcoastangels.com/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower – www.TruckingTower.comCEO – Rocket Sales Pros – www.RocketSalesPros.com#author #innovation #leaders #venturecapital #techcoastangels

    Ep. 100 - $400M Acquisition of Shazam by Apple and the Journey with Chris Barton - Founder/CEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 18:50


    On the show today, we discuss:✅ What sparked the idea for Shazam?✅ The phases of Shazam and the groundbreaking tech ✅ The mindset change that leads to great innovation✅ 12 patents including work with Dropbox and Google✅ Keys to making a product or service successful✅ Chris' keynote speaking services ✅ More…Thank you to our sponsor - CyberFuels!  To drastically reduce your fuel and maintenance costs, along with reducing emissions at combustion, please click below.➡ https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-trucking-tower/To learn more about Chris and what he does today, please click below:➡ https://chrisjbarton.com/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower – www.TruckingTower.comCEO – Rocket Sales Pros – www.RocketSalesPros.com#innovation #leaders #technology #ceo #founder #venturecapital

    Ep. 99 - What is Net Promoter Score and How Does It Work? Featuring Jerry Nielson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 11:41


    On the show today, we discuss: ✅ What is Net Promoter Score?✅ How does it work?✅ How can companies use the information?✅ Testimonials and roadmap feedback from clients✅ The differences between Net Promoter Score and traditional surveys✅ More…To see more information about TruDiligence or to book a 15-minute meeting, please click below:https://trudiligence.ac-page.com/eva-rumble-book-a-callTo your success,Andy HedrickCEO - Trucking Tower#backgroundchecks #netpromoterscore #hrsolutions

    Ep. 98 – Reducing Time & Costs on Global Shipping - Will Whitehouse, Pres. of Boxco World, USA Div.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 16:11


    On the show, we discuss:• Key challenges facing companies in global shipping today• Keys to success in overcoming these challenges• Will's background and his decision to work in the global shipping arena• Importance of proactive communication and updates in modern operations• The benefits of getting things right• The Boxco World global network of offices• More…To learn more about Boxco World Corporation, please visit:https://www.boxcoworld.com/To reduce your spending on fuel and repairs while lowering emissions, please visit:https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-...To your success,Andy Hedrick - CEOTruckingTower.com#supplychain #shipping #reducingcosts #savingtimeShow less

    Ep.97: Interview with Fred Fakkema - Chairman of the ATA Law Enforcement Advisory Board and Vice President of Safety and Compliance with Zonar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 17:53


    On the show today, we discuss:Fred's background in the military and law enforcementThe mission and work of the Law Enforcement Advisory BoardThe highest priority projectsThe partnership between Zonar and Truckers Against TraffickingHuman Trafficking Awareness MonthThe dangers of pedestrian aggressive drivingFred's experience in putting police officers with drivers in trucksThe insights gained through that “Step Up and Ride” programHow that led to the federal Ticketing Aggressive Cars and Trucks programThe pressing need for safe truck parking areas and current dangersMore…To learn more about the ATA Law Enforcement Advisory Board, please click below: https://www.trucking.org/lawenforcementThank you to our sponsor – CyberFuels!  To drastically reduce your fuel and maintenance costs, along with reducing emissions at combustion, please click below.https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-trucking-tower/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower

    Ep.96 - 30.39% Fuel Reduction Field Study with CyberFuels President John Lawrence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 2:41


    To learn more or to schedule your Zoom meeting, please click below.  ➡ ➡ https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-trucking-tower/Other Benefits of using CyberFuels: ☑ Less DEF fluid and fewer regen cycles ☑ Lower emissions at combustion ☑ Added lubricity for longer engine life☑ Corrosion inhibitors☑ Lower fuel costs, lower maintenance costs, and more uptime To your success,Andy HedrickCEO www.TruckingTower.com#fueleconomy #fuelreduction #MPG

    Ep. 95 - Taking the Headache Out of Transport

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 8:06


    Ep. 95 – Taking the Headache Out of Transport with Perry Troyer, Director of Business Development at SBS Group of Companies. On the show today, we discuss:* Knowing your customer's needs* Researching customer problems to provide new solutions* Really knowing your employees and empowering them* Be a Coach vs. a “Boss”* Avoid micromanagement and trust your team* Train your replacement to grow your career and their career* More…To learn more about SBS Group of Companies, please visit: https://s.sbs-intl.com Thank you to our sponsor – CyberFuels, Inc. If you would like to reduce your diesel cost by $0.26 to $0.95 per gallon while also lowering your repair and maintenance costs, please be sure to click on the link below.https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-trucking-tower/To your success,TruckingTower.com#shipping #trucking #transport #maritime #diesel 

    Ep. 94 - Streamlining the Compliance Process for Carriers & Drivers with Nic Sallis, COO

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 12:08


    On the show today, we discuss:☑ Nick's participation in a 12-hour endurance event and training for that☑ Key challenges facing companies in FMCSA and DOT compliance☑ Nic's background and the inspiration behind this company☑ Why 95% of safety audits result in violations☑ How to avoid significant fines and lost revenue☑ Helping carriers and drivers streamline this area☑ More…Thank you to our sponsor - TruDiligence. If you would like to save time and money on background checks while gaining expert insights from 29 years in the business, please click the link below.  https://trudiligence.ac-page.com/eva-rumble-book-a-callTo learn more about FleetDrive 360, please click the link below.https://www.fleetdrive360.com/To your success, Andy Hedrick CEO - Trucking Tower www.TruckingTower.com #trucking #compliance #DOT #FMCSA #drivers #carriers #trends

    Ep. 93 - The Global Food Crisis - The Reasons & What is Being Done to Help

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 17:11


    Matt Ellingson of Compassion International joins Andy Hedrick to discuss the Global Food Crisis, the reasons, and what is being done to help rescue families out of the crisis.  On the show today, we discuss:✔ What caused this perfect storm that is having the greatest impact on food shortage of the past 70 years  ✔ The Compassion International plan of $75M+ in disaster relief during the next 12 months✔  The Trucking Tower Giving page where we are partnering with Compassion International to make an impact✔  Matt's 25+ years of work in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief How you can get involved in making a huge difference✔ The recent Citibank Global Food Crisis Symposium where government leaders, agricultural leaders and Compassion came together ✔ How Compassion provided insights into innovative approaches for food relief in areas with food instability✔ More…To learn more and to get involved in making a difference alongside of Trucking Tower and Compassion International, please click the link below:https://compassion.com/truckingtower.comTo your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower #foodcrisis #relief #philanthropy #hunger #supplychain #inflation

    Ep. 92 - Adding Consistent Capacity Through Brokerage & Dedicated Asset Offerings

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 15:26


    Ep. 91 - Tips for Better Tax Planning

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 8:41


    DeNisha Gray, CEO at TranspoCFO joins Andy Hedrick to discuss tips for better tax planning heading into the tax season.  Topics on the show today:✔ Why having a solid cash flow and tax strategy is vital to survival✔ What to look for at the end of year to improve your tax plan✔ Key challenges facing companies today✔ Why 80% of trucking companies fail within the first year✔ Keys to success in overcoming the challenges✔ More….To learn more about TranspoCFO, please click the link below.

    Ep. 90 - Keys to Reducing Your Fuel Spend in a Tight Fuel Market

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 18:11


    John Lawrence, President of CyberFuels, and Andy Hedrick, CEO of Trucking Tower, discuss: • Diesel crisis and the tight fuel market• Effects on fuel supply and fuel prices• How to reduce fuel spend by $0.26 to $0.95 per gallon • Case study - 30.39% average fuel reduction across 11 engines• Challenges facing the supply chain industry today• Keys to successLearn More or Book a Meeting: ➡  https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-trucking-tower/Other Benefits of using CyberFuels: • Less DEF fluid and fewer regen cycles • Lower emissions at combustion • Added lubricity for longer engine life• Corrosion inhibitors• Lower fuel costs, lower maintenance costs, and more uptimeTo your success,Andy HedrickCEO - Trucking Towerwww.TruckingTower.com#fuelprice #fueleconomy #dieselprice #supplychain

    Ep. 89 - $0.26 to $0.95 Savings Per Gallon of Diesel

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 1:07


    For more information, please click below. Meet With Us:   https://truckingtower.com/cyberfuels-trucking-tower/Please ask about our Discounted Field Test that allows you to measure the results for your own fleet at a Special Rate while this offer lasts.  For more information, or to book a Zoom meeting, please click below:  ☑ Field studies show an average of 20% fuel reduction and we can show you a 30.39% fuel reduction field study☑ You also use less DEF fluid and have fewer regen cycles because it lowers the emissions at combustion  ☑ With a measured 22% reduction in particulate matter, your engines burn cleaner☑ The added lubricity gives you longer engine life☑ With this solution, you reduce fuel costs, reduce maintenance costs, and reduce downtimeWe look forward to working with you!To your success,Andy HedrickCEO - TruckingTower.com#fuelprice #supplychain #price

    Ep. 88 - "Dreams Come True & Our Child Development Center Launch in Ghana Featuring Owen Githanga"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2022 29:26


    This is a very special interview with an amazing and inspirational story featuring Owen Githanga of Compassion International. You will want to stay tuned for this! Recently, my wife Julie and I fulfilled a dream of being able to fund a Child Development Center in Ghana supporting 200 children. This episode explains the “why” along with the impacts of a Child Sponsorship as explained by Owen who grew up in the outskirts of Nairobi Kenya. On the show today, we discuss:✔ Owen's dream of becoming an Accountant and why it seemed impossible ✔ His difficulties of living in severe poverty in Kenya ✔ How Compassion International changed his life and that of his family✔ Why my wife Julie and I decided to fund a Child Development Center ✔ Why Owen was very hesitant to write “Accountant” in his “My Plan for Tomorrow” book and how a teacher helped him overcome that fear✔ What it was like for my wife and I to meet a sponsored child and her Mom in Ecuador whom we had known for 11 years through correspondence✔ How Owen went on to earn a Bachelors degree in Accounting from the University of Nairobi, a Master of Accountancy at North Dakota State University, and his CPA license✔ From severe poverty to sponsoring other children in need and how things have come full circle for Owen ✔ More…  To learn more or to get involved, please visit:https://truckingtower.com/giving-ci/To your success.Andy HedrickCEO www.TruckingTower.com

    Ep. 87 - "Fine-Tuning Your Website For More Conversions" with Kelsey Ray Banerjee, Co-Founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2022 19:19


    On the show today, we discuss: • Kelsey's background in website content and design• 3 Tips for creating a website that converts• Common pitfalls to avoid• Live website and landing page breakdowns - including before and after imagesPlease be sure to subscribe and follow our channel for more insights on generating more revenue using less time and money!To your success,Andy HedrickCEO - Trucking Towerwww.TruckingTower.com#landingpage #webdesign #webdevelopment

    Ep. 86 - "3 Keys to Hiring Drivers" with Charles Gracey, President of Hot Seat Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 6:44


    On the show today, we discuss: • Insights for hiring more drivers• What drivers are looking for• Tips for driver applicants• Insights for trucking executives• News regarding Charles joining the CUB Ventures family• More..Thank you to our sponsor - TruDiligence.  If you would like to save time and money on background checks while gaining expert insights from 29 years in the business, please click the link below.https://trudiligence.ac-page.com/eva-...To your success,Andy HedrickCEO - Trucking Towerwww.TruckingTower.com#hiring #trucking #drivers #trends

    Ep. 85 - "Keys to Orchestrating a Great Remote Work Program" with Jesse Zarate

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 13:30


    On the show today, we discuss: • Jesse's professional background and reasons for joining allwhere• Trends in remote work in recent years• Challenges facing companies today• Keys to success in deploying and managing a remote workforce• More..Thank you to our sponsor - TruDiligence.  If you would like to save time and money on background checks while gaining expert insights from 29 years in the business, please click the link below.https://trudiligence.ac-page.com/eva-...To your success,Andy HedrickCEO - Trucking Towerwww.TruckingTower.com

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