Fuller Speed Ahead

Supply chain on cusp of a revolution, says venture capitalist

On Fuller Speed Ahead at FreightWaves’ Domestic Supply Chain Summit,Venture 53 founder and General Partner Pat Martin spoke to FreightWaves founder and CEO Craig Fuller, stressing that the supply chain industry is highly fragmented but on the cusp of a revolution.

Here are the top takeaways from their discussion.

The supply chain is the most fragmented industry. 

Visibility is a key discussion point in today’s economy and supply chains, but according to Martin, we’re not there yet. He believes we...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/supply-chain-on-cusp-of-a-revolution-says-venture-capitalist

New Truckstop CEO talks shop on Fuller Speed Ahead

Kendra Tucker is the new CEO of Truckstop.

On this episode of Fuller Speed Ahead, FreightWaves CEO and founder Craig Fuller interviews Kendra Tucker, who just became CEO of Truckstop.

Tucker joined Truckstop in August 2020 during the pandemic and became COO in the summer of 2021.

“Things have become truly unusual in this market. With the continued, sustained height of rates and what they have done now since that point, one would actually say I haven’t yet experienced a normal market within transportation,” Tucker said. “It’s been a really...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/new-truckstop-ceo-talks-shop-on-fuller-speed-ahead

UniGroup primed for specialty logistics challenges — Fuller Speed Ahead

The COVID-19 pandemic has flipped the script on what is expected of specialty logistics providers. But one such provider is primed for the task. 

FreightWaves President George Abernathy chatted with Scott Kluesner, executive VP of operations at UniGroup Logistics, about the company’s dedication to serve its customers with care and precision on the FreightWavesTV show Fuller Speed Ahead.

Household goods are at the core of UniGroup’s operations, but the company has a presence in many verticals. As...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/unigroup-primed-for-specialty-logistics-challenges-fuller-speed-ahead

Why are supply chains so messed up?

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This is the question that I am asked on a daily basis. The issue is very complex, so I usually quip with a surprising response, “They’ve always had issues, but no one was really paying attention.” Turns out, unless the person works in freight, they are very unsatisfied with this answer. After all, freight and products just seemed to automatically show up before, but that is no longer the case. 

Craig Fuller, FreightWaves founder and CEO, explains a SONAR feature.Craig Fuller, FreightWaves founder and CEO, explains a SONAR feature.

Anyone that has been around...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/why-are-supply-chains-so-messed-up

Bestpass CEO emphasizes innovation and integrity, grows team by 25%

Only nine months ago, Tom Fogarty joined Bestpass as CEO via Zoom, bringing with him 11 years of fintech leadership experience from another fast-growth company that eventually combined with a division of Moody’s.  

During a recent Fuller Speed Ahead, FreightWaves President George Abernathy interviewed Fogarty about his aspirations for growth and innovation at Bestpass ⁠— the Albany, New York-based comprehensive payment platform provider and leader in toll management solutions.

Bestpass runs the...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/bestpass-ceo-emphasizes-innovation-and-integrity-grows-team-by-25

3PL Summit: Front executive leans into optimism

This episode of Fuller Speed Ahead is part of the FreightWaves 3PL Summit and focuses on workplace efficiency no matter where that work is done.

CHAT TOPIC: Efficiency at work matters no matter where work is done

DETAILS: A Fuller Speed Ahead discussion on how to make email a competitive advantage in business no matter where that business is conducted 

SPEAKER: LB Harvey, chief revenue and success officer, Front  

BIO: Prior to Front, Harvey was the senior vice president of sales, success and...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/3pl-summit-front-executive-leans-into-optimism

GSCW chat recap: Offensive lineman looks to tech startups for investment

This fireside chat is part of FreightWaves’ Global Supply Chain Week. Day 7 focuses on global maritime logistics.

FIRESIDE CHAT TOPIC: The Evolution of Professional Athletes as Investors

DETAILS: Kelvin Beachum is an offensive tackle, most recently for the Arizona Cardinals but with stops also as a New York Jet and a Pittsburgh Steeler. He also has taken a deep interest in venture capital investment in technology startups, working with a Silicon Valley firm in the offseason and investing a...

https://s29755.pcdn.co/news/gscw-chat-recap-offensive-lineman-looks-to-tech-startups-for-investment

2020 recap: Highlighting the best of Fuller Speed Ahead

FreightWavesTV saw resounding success in 2020. Amid the chaos and concerns that stirred the industry throughout the year, FreightWaves’ analysts and on-air talent quickly became a beacon of information and insight for logistics providers, offering clarity for those facing great uncertainty.

One of the network’s most prominent programs is Fuller Speed Ahead. Hosted by FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller, the show provides exclusive interviews with prominent and intriguing figures from across the...

https://s29755.pcdn.co/news/2020-recap-highlighting-the-best-of-fuller-speed-ahead

SpaceWaves: Space is the place for out-of-this-world investments (with video)

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Doing business in space might sound like science fiction, but that future isn’t as far off as some might think, according to Robert Jacobson, author of “Space is Open for Business.”

“We’re developing a core infrastructure like spaceports, launch facilities, new satellite infrastructure, new types of satellites,” said Jacobson during the SpaceWaves session “The New Frontier: Doing Business in Space” with FreightWaves founder and CEO Craig Fuller on Thursday. Jacobson became enamored with space...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/spacewaves-space-is-the-place-for-out-of-this-world-investments-with-video

FreightWavesTV Weekly Recap (11/16-20/2020)

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