In Episode 28 of Miles and Mentors: A Trucking Podcast, host Alex sits down with Katie Kaczmarek, Training Coordinator at Bridge Logistics, to discuss her unconventional career shift into freight brokerage and logistics leadership.
Starting in men’s clothing sales, Katie made a bold transition into the trucking and logistics industry, proving that adaptability, networking, and mentorship are key to long-term success. She shares her early challenges, the importance of strong company culture in freight, and how Bridge Logistics' training programs help develop top-tier freight brokers.
If you're a trucker, freight broker, logistics professional, or someone considering a career change, this trucking podcast is packed with mentorship insights, career strategies, and industry knowledge to help you succeed.
📌 Episode Highlights:
📍 00:01:05 – Katie’s transition from retail sales to logistics
📍 00:02:11 – How a longtime customer led her to a new career path
📍 00:06:19 – Overcoming the fear of entering a new industry
📍 00:07:30 – The importance of strong company culture in logistics
📍 00:12:13 – The unique training process at Bridge Logistics
📍 00:16:35 – Why networking is critical for growth in trucking & logistics
📍 00:21:59 – How Bridge Logistics maintains high hiring standards
📍 00:23:02 – The power of industry relationships & reputation
📍 00:32:07 – How technology is shaping the future of logistics
📍 00:38:39 – The impact of AI & automation on freight brokerage
🎙 About Our Guest
Katie Kaczmarek is the Training Coordinator at Bridge Logistics Inc., a family-owned 3PL brokerage<
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