I’m joined today by Jason Reeves, President of Colville, Inc., a logistics provider operating in Alaska’s North Slope. With a background in energy management across Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas, Jason now leads Colville’s diverse operations, including trucking, fuel distribution and more. We dive into the challenges and unique aspects of running a logistics company in one of the harshest environments on Earth.

Key Takeaways:

(03:00) Fuel, trucking and retail operations.

(06:02) Dalton Highway is vital for supply routes.

(08:45) A Strong safety culture ensures driver preparedness.

(10:15) Rotational schedules offer work-life balance.

(12:45) Lower 48 recruiting focuses on safety and culture.

(15:31) Open books help employees make smart decisions.

(18:35) Long-term sustainability ensures company stability.

Resources Mentioned:

Jason Reeves -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-reeves-4a18115/

Colville, Inc. -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/colville-inc/

Dalton Highway Overview -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dalton_Highway

Great Game of Business -

https://www.greatgame.com/

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In this episode, I welcome Timothy Henry, CEO and Co-Founder of Haul. Timothy shares insights on building robust safety and compliance systems in the trucking industry, emphasizing the importance of leveraging technology to manage risk and improve fleet operations.

Key Takeaways:

(00:12) Software alone cannot solve everything; proper management is key.

(07:21) Automating compliance checks reduces the need for manual processes.

(08:15) Small and mid-sized carriers benefit from automated safety solutions.

(17:45) Safe fleets with strong operations can reduce insurance costs.

(20:54) Centralizing data is essential for understanding load profitability.

(22:00) Driver compliance and asset management are critical for safety.

(24:00) Preventative maintenance helps avoid costly downtime.

(26:00) Telematics data provides valuable insights for fleet performance.

(32:15) Compliance and safety features are increasingly embedded in software.

Resources Mentioned:

Timothy Henry -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothyjameshenry/

Haul Compliance -

https://www.haulcompliance.com/

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In this episode, I’m joined by Ryan Holland, CEO of 2PL Advisors, a transportation advisory firm that bridges the gap between shippers and carriers. We discuss how 2PL Advisors creates direct relationships between shippers and asset-based carriers, eliminating the middleman and enhancing supply-chain reliability.

Key Takeaways:

(01:00) Helping shippers partner directly with carriers.

(03:03) Serving as a matchmaker, not a broker.

(05:11) Direct relationships offer consistent service.

(07:30) 2PL opens doors for small and midsize fleets.

(12:02) Focus on strengths to secure contract freight.

(18:50) Technology is key for small carriers.

Resources Mentioned:

Ryan Holland -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-holland-86428a20

2PL Advisors | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/2pl-advisors/

2PL Advisors | Website -

http://www.2pladvisors.com/

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