Next Gen Trucking Talk with Lindsey Trent

In the recent discussion led by Evan from Truck Parking Club, the innovative platform, launched in 2022, was introduced as a solution for the truck parking shortage, functioning like "Airbnb for truck parking." The service connects truckers with over 500 locations and 14,000 available spaces across the U.S., enabling users to reserve parking easily through a website or mobile app, with options for various booking duration...

The meeting discussed the role of E.T. Mitchell as the Director of Workforce Partnerships at Olive Harvey College, where she focuses on creating partnerships in the TDL industry to provide opportunities such as employment, internships, and apprenticeships. The meeting emphasized the importance of bridging the gap between industry and education, engaging companies through various activities, and showcasing successful partnerships wi...

The meeting focused on introducing Luke Subler from Classic Carriers and discussing the company's operations, partnerships with high schools and FFA programs, training programs for technicians, and community outreach initiatives. Key action items included establishing partnerships with local schools, conducting educational workshops for educators, and expanding community outreach programs.


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During this podcast, key points included expressions of gratitude to sponsors and introductions of FMCSA guests Nikki McDavid and Becky Rehburg. Nikki provided an overview of the FMCSA's Commercial Driver's License Division, particularly highlighting the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program (SDAPP), its origins, objectives, and the application process for motor carriers. The program, mandated by the Bipartisan Infrast...

The meeting discussed the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program, focusing on how it addresses the driver shortage issue in the trucking industry by training candidates aged 18 to 21. Tim and Joe highlighted their company's participation reasons, program setup, trainer requirements, and benefits for young drivers.

Feedback from participants indicated positive experiences with the program, emphasizing family support ...

Mark Mutton from Inflection Point shared his journey from an electrical engineer to staffing, founding the company in 2019. Their recruitment approach utilizes AI tools like chat GPT for personalized messaging, aiming for successful placements by matching candidate values with company culture. Inflection Point's in-house programming team develops AI applications with Google's Gemini Vertex AI platform, emphasizing AI&apos...

Roman Garcia shared becoming a business owner, influenced by family, his early hands-on experience with truck maintenance, and how a high school program at STC shaped his career path. Roman highlighted the importance of practical training for aspiring technicians and challenges faced by young students gaining hands-on experience.

He stressed the need for students to become skilled level one technicians to meet industry dem...

This chat centered on an High School biodiesel program in Ohio involving ( Principal Eric Lawson   lawsone@blan.org )  ( Ms. Harpen, Chemistry Instructor,  harpena@blan.org ) (Mr. Bronson, Diesel Tech Instructor,  ronsonG@greatoaks.com), and two former students Jacob, and Rianna. They teach biofuel production, especially from used oil sources like a biker bar's fryer oil, offering hands-on learning for high school chemistry an...

CJ discussed progression in obtaining truck driving licenses and emphasized the need for proper training before handling larger vehicles like road trains. CJ highlighted her unique lifestyle of flying to Western Australia to drive road trains at a gold mine.

She shed light on her involvement in a campaign creating awareness about truck drivers' needs on roads. This initiative aimed to improve communication between dri...

Haiden Watkins, a 19-year-old broker, discusses his career path and the role of a broker in the trucking industry. Haiden shares that he started working in warehousing at 14 and was inspired by his father's involvement in transportation. He explains that brokers connect vendors with suppliers or purchasers to facilitate transactions and make money from it. Haiden describes the variety of tasks he handles as a broker, including...

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Clarissa Rankin, a successful truck driver and influencer, shares her story and passion for the trucking industry. She discusses her journey into trucking, the different social media platforms she uses to connect with her audience, and why she loves being an owner-operator. Clarissa also highlights the importance of safety in trucking and encourages wome...

Lindsey Trent and Ken Midgett discuss the importance of getting more females involved in Career Tech Ed (CTE) programs. They share their personal experiences with encouraging women to consider careers in traditionally male-dominated fields, such as plumbing and diesel technology. Ken emphasizes the need for a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters confidence in female students. He also highlights the role of work-based l...

Jason Wang, the founder and CEO of Free World, discusses the challenges faced by individuals with criminal histories when reentering society. He highlights the financial burden they face due to low-paying jobs and accumulated debts. Jason shares his personal story of growing up in poverty and experiencing abuse, which led him down a dark path resulting in incarceration. He explains how he became involved in criminal justice reform ...

Dave Dein, the CDL coordinator and instructor at Patterson High School in California, shares his experience with forming an advisory board for their truck driving program. The advisory board consists of local trucking companies who contribute to the program and help guide its development. They meet quarterly or every six months and have ongoing conversations outside of official meetings. The industry partners participate in various...

Jake Kepich is the Medium / Heavy Duty Truck Technician Instructor at the Center of Applied Technology North in Severn, MD.  In this podast, Lindsey and Jake speak about Advisory Boards.  His program is certified by ASE Education Foundation and AED Associated Equipment Distributors.  It prepares students for the shift towards electric vehicles and hydrogen power in the industry. The advisory board plays an important role in the pro...

Dave Brannon from Evans Delivery hosted a Touch A Truck event and received support from Ron Scholler of TransEdge, who donated a 2024 Volvo sleeper truck for the event. They discuss the importance of the trucking industry, especially in delivering essential goods. TransEdge is looking for diesel technicians to join their team as it plays a crucial role in keeping trucks on the road.

We discuss the opportunities and challen...

Mee Hee Smith, Early Career Manager at XPO, talks about her background and role within the company. She explains that XPO created her position to focus on talent pipelining and developing partnerships with local communities. The conversation touches on the importance of workforce boards and their involvement in training programs for the trucking industry. Additionally, Mee Hee mentions the success of XPO's internship program a...