Real Leadership featuring Drew Herpich, Chief Commercial Officer of Nolan Transportation Group

How do you lead in an industry with over 20,000 competitors, all vying for the same freight loads? In this episode, Jim Weaver sits down with Drew Herpich, Chief Commercial Officer at Nolan Transportation Group (NTG), one of the largest freight brokerages in the U.S. Drew brings a wealth of experience from his 14 years at Coyote Logistics and shares how NTG is navigating an evolving logistics landscape—from potential East Coast port strikes to the role of AI in transportation. Plus, Drew offers deep insights into why transparency and communication are the keys to effective leadership in today’s fast-paced world.

If you’re leading through industry disruptions, interested in leveraging technology for efficiency, or simply looking to sharpen your leadership edge, this episode is filled with real-world, actionable insights from one of the top leaders in logistics today.

Why You Need to Listen Now: 

• Learn to Navigate Industry Disruptions: Discover actionable strategies for keeping your supply chain running smoothly, even in the face of potential crises. Drew shares how NTG stays ahead of disruptions before they happen.
• Unlock the Power of Technology in Logistics: Gain insights into how automation and AI can give your company a competitive edge.
• Master Leadership Through Radical Transparency: Find out how fostering open, direct communication can strengthen your leadership. Drew’s approach to radical transparency builds trust and enhances team performance, offering lessons you can apply immediately.
• Build a Winning Company Culture: Get insider advice on scaling a business and creating a strong, cohesive culture. Drew reflects on his experience at Coyote Logistics, offering practical lessons for building a high-performing team, whether you’re leading 15 people or 5,000.

Key Takeaways:

• Technology isn’t a luxury—it's essential: Discover how AI and automation are transforming freight brokerage, making it crucial for staying competitive.
• Radical transparency builds stronger teams: Drew shares how being open, honest, and direct is not just good leadership—it’s the key to sustained success.
• Learn how the right company culture can drive growth, from Drew’s journey of scaling Coyote Logistics to 3,300 employees.

Chapters:

• 00:01 – Welcome & Introduction to Drew Herpich
• 01:12 – What NTG Does: A Deep Dive into Freight Brokerage
• 03:32 – Managing Real-Time Disruptions: The East Coast Port Strike Threat
• 05:08 – The Future of Logistics: Technology, AI, and Industry Consolidation
• 11:40 – Building Coyote Logistics: Lessons on Culture, Growth, and Leadership
• 20:47 – Radical Transparency: Why Over-Communicating is a Leadership Superpower
• 26:21 – Setting Organizational Goals: NTG’s Playbook for Success
• 33:52 – Why You Should Consider Working at NTG
• 35:56 – Where to Find NTG and Opportunities to Partner

Call to Action:

Ready to strengthen your leadership and tackle the biggest challenges in logistics? Tune in to hear Drew Herpich share his insider strategies for navigating disruptions, leveraging technology, and building a culture of radical transparency at NTG. Don’t miss this episode—hit play and start transforming your leadership approach today!