CVOR & NSC Podcast: Keeping Your Trucking Business on the Road. Stay compliant and improve safety in the trucking industry with the CVOR Podcast, hosted by Chris Harris, the Safety Dawg. This podcast dives deep into CVOR (Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registry) regulations in Ontario, Canada, and the National Safety Code (NSC) to ensure you operate legally and safely. Whether you're a trucking company, landscaper, plumber, electrician, or run a towing company, the CVOR & NSC Podcast keeps yo ...
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Calling all trucker heroes and insurance wranglers! Buckle up for another wild ride with the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast. Two grey-bearded safety guys take their irreverent look at the trucking pitfalls, risks, and trouble with trucking insurance. They invite the trucking elite on the show to discuss. This week, John and Chris, are swerving past potholes of peril to deliver the straight goods on keeping your rig safe and your insurance rates lower than a limbo dancer in flip-flops. W ...
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Welcome to Red Army Radio! The official podcast of Tomlinson Group of Companies. Join us as we dive into all things Tomlinson - from how it all started to project highlights happening now. With insightful interviews to behind-the-scenes stories, this podcast is your ultimate guide to all things related to our business.
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NEVER Lose Your CVOR Start Date Again With This Simple Trick!
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3:53Send us a text How to Find Your CVOR Start Date: Quick and Easy Guide In this video, Chris Harris, also known as Safety Dawg, guides viewers on how to find the start date for renewing their CVOR (Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration). Chris walks through the process on his website, CVOR.ca, demonstrating how to use the 'Useful Links' section …
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In The Hot Seat: Tomlinson Infrastructure Project Management
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17:54Welcome to the second episode of "In the Hot Seat"! Join us as we introduce two members of the Tomlinson Infrastructure (TI) project management team: Junior Estimator Honglin Li and General Manager Joel McIntyre. From 10 months to 20 years, discover the career journeys that led them to where they are today. In this sizzling episode, Honglin and Joe…
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What Does the Future Hold for Green Trucking Technologies
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26:01Send us a text Exploring the Future of Green Technology in Trucking with Mike Kucharski In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, host Chris is joined by Mike Kucharski, VP of JKC Trucking, to discuss the advancements, challenges, and potential alternatives in green technology for the long-haul trucking industry. They delve into t…
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Is Your Transportation Business Safe from Identity Theft_.mp4
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29:43Send us a text Combatting Fraud in the Transportation Industry: Insights and Solutions In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and Johnny dive into the issues of factoring and the alarming rise of fraud in the transportation industry. They speak with Jennifer Lockett, an experienced operations manager from Altline by…
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Join host Francis Brazeau as he welcomes the long-awaited guest, Chris Kollar, a true icon and veteran of the Tomlinson Group. With a career spanning nearly four decades (split into two separate stints), Chris shares his remarkable journey from painting crushers as a teenager to his current multifaceted role. This episode dives deep into the histor…
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Is Racklify the Missing Link in Your Supply Chain?
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28:39Send us a text Revolutionizing 3PL Connections with Racklify featuring Bill, CMO of Racklify In this episode, we welcome Bill, the CMO of Racklify and COO of Shipmate Fulfillment, to discuss their innovative tech solution, Racklify. Bill provides an introduction to the platform, which launched publicly two weeks ago after a six-month beta phase. Ra…
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Why is Building Relationships with Your Underwriter Key
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30:00Send us a text Exploring the World of Vivace Insurance: Comprehensive Coverage Solutions with Cordell In this episode of the Truking Risk and Insurance Podcast, the hosts welcome Cordell from Vivace Insurance to discuss Vivace's unique insurance solutions for the transportation industry. Cordell explains the origins of Vivace, the company's approac…
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In The Hot Seat: Tomlinson Environmental Waste Hauling
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15:24This week, we're turning up the heat, both literally and figuratively, on "In the Hot Seat"! Join us as we welcome Tomlinson Environmental Services (TES) team members Phil Simser, a seasoned Truck Foreman, and Connor Pederson, a dynamic Front-end Truck Driver. In this engaging episode, we explore the diverse career journeys within TES's trucking di…
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Switching Gears: Let's Talk CVOR Compliance with Mathew Lavallee and Rod Oattes
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33:22In this episode of Red Army Radio, host Francis Brazeau delves into the crucial topic of CVOR (Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration) compliance with two key members of the Tomlinson team: Mathew Lavallee, Tomlinson's CVOR/Fleet Compliance Advisor, and Rod Oattes, a 26-year veteran in the trucking division and recent recipient of the Eastern O…
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How Companies Are Making Roads Safer RIGHT NOW
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34:06Send us a text Enhancing Road Safety and Fleet Management with Peter Goldwasser of Together for Safer Roads. Focus on Fleet Safety: https://togetherforsaferroads.org/our-work/focus-on-fleet-safety/ Direct Vision Transition Guide: https://togetherforsaferroads.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/341/TSR-Direct-Vision-Transition-Guide-1.pdf Seat Belt Safety…
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Mastering Incident Reporting: A Step-by-Step Guide
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6:54Send us a text Comprehensive Guide to Incident Reporting and Collision Policies In this episode, Chris Harris, also known as Safety Dawg, provides an in-depth overview of incident and collision reporting procedures. He emphasizes the importance of investigating all types of incidents, including near misses and equipment damage, for future preventio…
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The Ripple of Trump's Policies in the Great White North_ Insights from Mike McCarron
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24:03Send us a text The Trump Effect on Canadian Trucking: Insights from Left Lane Associates' Mike McCarron In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, host Chris interviews Mike McCarron from Left Lane Associates about the potential implications of the Trump administration on the Canadian trucking industry. Mike discusses his career tr…
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Navigating Truck Driver Files in Canada: What You Need to Know
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7:14Send us a text Essential Components of a Canadian Truck Driver File: A Detailed Guide In this episode of the National Safety Code (NSC/CVOR) podcast, host Chris Harris, also known as Safety Dawg, provides a comprehensive breakdown of the essential and recommended contents of a truck driver file in Canada. Chris outlines mandatory items such as the …
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Looking back at 2024 with Adam, Dana, Francis & Ron
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38:09Welcome to a very special episode of Red Army Radio featuring a Fireside Chat with senior leadership team members: Dana Lewis, Vice President of Human Resources; Adam Hendriks, Vice President for Strategic Implementation and Development; and CEO Ron Tomlinson. This episode offers an intimate look back at the past year, celebrating successes, acknow…
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SiriusXM and the Road Ahead_ Safety and Entertainment for Truckers
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27:08Send us a text In this episode, hosts John and Chris welcome David Boss from SiriusXM Canada and Joe Knuckley from SiriusXM USA to discuss SiriusXM's benefits for the trucking industry. The conversation covers how SiriusXM reduces distracted driving, offers consistent coast-to-coast radio, and provides valuable content for truckers. It highlights t…
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From Courtroom to Cab: Insights with Doug Marcello
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29:07Send us a text Trucking Risks and Legal Insights: A Conversation with Doug Marcello In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts welcome Doug Marcello, a veteran trucking defence lawyer, to discuss various legal challenges and insights affecting the trucking industry. Doug shares his extensive experience, recounting cases and a…
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Let's Talk About It: Mental Health in the Construction Industry
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26:41In this episode of Red Army Radio, host Francis Brazeau sits down with Megan Leahy and Dany Poulin to discuss mental health awareness, particularly during Mental Health Month in November. Megan and Dany share their perspectives on the importance of open communication and support within the workplace, emphasizing the need to destigmatize mental heal…
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Telematics Overwhelm: Transforming Data into Actionable Safety Strategies, with Gui Orliac
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26:13Send us a text Managing Overwhelming Data in Trucking: An Innovative Approach In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and John welcome back Gui, who introduces a newly founded company, Asenga. Gui explains how Asenga's software solution helps trucking companies manage the overwhelming influx of data from telematics, …
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The Heroes of Hazard: Meet Health and Safety Specialists Tracy Parks and Matt Szymczyk
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21:32This week on Red Army Radio, Francis welcomes Tomlinson Health and Safety Team members, Tracy Parks and Matt Szymczyk, for a deep dive into the critical role of health and safety within the construction industry. Sharing personal experiences, including the unique paths that led them to their current positions, Tracy and Matt explore not only the im…
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Beyond Insurance: How 831B Captives Benefit Trucking Companies, with Van Carlson
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29:53Send us a text Mastering 831B Tax Code: Risk Management and Financial Strategies for Trucking Firms In this insightful episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and John engage with Van Carlson from SRA 831b.com to explore how trucking companies and other businesses can leverage the 831B tax code to manage risk and enhance pro…
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Navigating Ontario's Commercial Operators Vehicle Registration with AI
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27:02Send us a text AI Insights: Navigating Ontario's Trucking Regulations and Safety Protocols Join Chris Harris from Safety Dawg as he explores the intricate world of starting and managing a trucking company in Ontario, leveraging AI-generated content for comprehensive guidance. This episode covers essential aspects of commercial vehicle operations in…
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Welcome to another episode of Red Army Radio, your go-to source for insights on the construction industry, innovation, and the people behind Tomlinson Group of Companies. In this episode, host Francis Brazeau dives into the world of surveying with team leader Silvana Ruiz-Klinar and her colleagues Riley Boyle and Parker Armstrong. Together, they sh…
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Navigating CVOR and National Safety Code: All About References
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7:49Send us a text Text "hos" to 365 364 0714 Understanding CVOR and National Safety Code: The Role of References In this episode of the CVOR and National Safety Code Podcast, host Chris Harris discusses the importance of references in the context of the National Safety Code and insurance requirements. Chris highlights his expertise by sharing that he …
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Inside Talaria: Transporting Cannabis and Cash with Ari Raptis
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27:01Send us a text Transporting Cannabis and Cash: Insights from Ari | Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, Chris interviews Ari, the head of a vertically integrated transportation company specializing in the safe and efficient transportation of cannabis and cash across 28 states. They discuss …
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Truck Driver Health: A New Competitive Advantage
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36:08Send us a text In this episode, we explore the intricate correlation between mental and physical health, highlighting how fatigue, heat stress, financial trouble, and marital problems can adversely affect both. We discuss the unique challenges individuals face in diverse fields, including long haul, last mile, and field services, often called indus…
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Road Evaluations (truck driver road test): Beyond the Basics
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10:18Send us a text The Importance of Documenting Road Evaluations | CVOR/NSC Podcast In this episode of the CVOR and National Safety Code podcast, Chris Harris, also known as Safety Dawg, emphasizes the critical need for documented road evaluations. He discusses the importance of insurance requirements, thorough vehicle inspections, route planning, and…
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Culture & Comfort Stations: Meet New Employee Janine Charron
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21:33In this latest episode of Red Army Radio, host Francis Brazeau interviews Janine Charron, a relatively new Business Development Representative at the Tomlinson Group whose lengthy list of achievements also includes podcast host, TEDX and international speaker, and Professional Athlete Mindset & Resiliency Development Coach. With only three months o…
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Heart Health on the Road: Jim Park's Story
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36:24Send us a text Jim Park's Heart Attack: A Deep Dive into Truck Driver Health In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, award-winning trucking journalist and experienced truck driver Jim Park discusses his recent heart attack, the importance of recognizing symptoms, and how it relates to the health of truck drivers. Jim shares his …
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What the Truck: Meet Truck foremen Kyle Stack and Derek Lenahan
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26:33Welcome to a new episode of Red Army Radio, the podcast where we bring you educational content, promote industry innovation, and feature key employees of the Tomlinson Group. In this episode, your host, Francis Brazeau, sits down with two seasoned professionals from Tomlinson’s trucking division, Derek Lenahan and Kyle Stack. With a combined experi…
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Canadian Trucking Best Practices: Deep Dive into Driver References
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7:23Send us a text Best Practices for Driver History Checks: CVOR & NSC Podcast Join Chris Harris, Safety Dawg, in this informative episode of the CVOR and NSC Podcast as he delves into the importance of driver history checks and best practices for managing safety scores. Learn about the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and how they can serve a…
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Managing Your Safety Scores: Introduction to CVOR & NSC
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10:54Send us a text Managing Safety Scores: CVOR and National Safety Code Insights In the inaugural episode of the CVOR and National Safety Code podcast, host Chris Harris introduces himself and shares his extensive background in the trucking industry. He explains the purpose of the podcast: to help Canadian trucking companies manage their safety scores…
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Best Practices for Truck Driver Files Across Canada
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7:42Send us a text Essential Tips for Managing Truck Driver Files - CVOR & NSC Podcast In this CVOR and National Safety Code Podcast episode, host Chris Harris, Safety Dawg, provides a comprehensive guide to managing truck driver files. Covering crucial topics such as application forms, references, and road tests, Chris shares best practices and essent…
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Welcome to Red Army Radio! The official podcast of Tomlinson Group of Companies. Join us as we dive into all things Tomlinson - from how it all started to project highlights happening now. With insightful interviews to behind-the-scenes stories, this podcast is your ultimate guide to all things related to our business.…
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Mastering Reefer Logistics and Overcoming Challenges, with Colby Varley of ATS
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31:34Send us a text Navigating the Reefer Transportation Industry during a Freight Recession with Colby Varley In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts delve into the complexities of the reefer logistics world with expert Colby Varley from Advanced Transportation Services. Colby discusses the current freight recession, strategie…
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Empowering Women in Transportation: Insights from Stephanie Shrum
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31:18Send us a text Empowering Women in Trucking: Insights from Stephanie Shrum, Canadian Apprenticeship Forum In this Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast episode, hosts welcome Stephanie Shrum, a program manager from the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF). The discussion centers around strategies to attract and retain more women in the transportation …
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Trucking Risk and Insurance: Industry Insights from Marsh
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34:22Send us a text Navigating Nuclear Verdicts and Insurance in Transportation In this episode of the Trekking Risk and Insurance Podcast, Marsh's Craig Dancer and Rick Reinoehl discuss the significant challenges and risks currently facing the transportation industry in the United States. They delve into the impact of nuclear verdicts and settlements o…
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Safeguarding Fuel Transactions: Meghann Erhart on Combatting Fraud in Trucking
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25:54Send us a text Eliminating Fuel Fraud: Modernizing Payments in Trucking with Meghann Earhart In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts John and Chris talk with Meghann Earhart, Executive Vice President at Relay Payments, about the challenges of fraud in the trucking industry. Meghann discusses how Relay Payments is transform…
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Next-Gen Dashcams and Insurance: Insights from Netradyne's Bobbi Farrow
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29:41Send us a text Bobby Farrow, Sr. Manager, Insurance Channel at Netradyne. Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbi-farrow-921248102/ Website: https://www.netradyne.com/company Transforming Dash Camera Technology: An Insight with Bobbi Farrow from Netradyne In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podca…
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Empowering Small Fleets: The Future of Trucking with TBDC & Hammad Hassan
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30:40Send us a text Exploring Trucking Careers with Hammad Hassan | Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, we're joined by Hammad Hassan from the Toronto Business Development Centre. Hammad discusses the 'Explore Trucking as a Career' program, a fast-track initiative designed to support Ontario's …
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Transforming Trucking Safety: The Role of Technology and Data, with Mark Epperson
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26:57Send us a text Trucking Risk and Insurance with Mark Epperson: Improving Safety with Technology In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, guest Mark Epperson, co-lead of Alliant Specialties Transportation Vertical, discusses the firm's approach to improving safety and reducing costs in the trucking industry through data-driven tel…
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Preparing for Tomorrow's Roads: Jeffery Burkhardt on the Impact of Technology in Trucking
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30:20Send us a text The Future of Truck Driving Schools Amidst the Rise of Autonomous Vehicles - Interview with Jeff Burkhart In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, we are joined by Jeffrey Burkhart, Senior Director of Operations for the Commercial Driver Training Program at Ancora Education. We explore the impact of autonomous vehi…
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From Truck Schools to Trucking Careers: Expert Advice, with Leo Barros
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33:11Send us a text Insightful Tips on Choosing Trucking Schools and Employers with Leo Barros Join us this week on the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast as we chat with Leo Barros from TruckNews. Leo shares his personal experience and advice on how to choose the best truck driver training programs and select the right trucking companies to work for. …
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From Breakfast to Business: The Ultimate Networking Event
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15:17Send us a text Here is the registration link for the Biz & Breakfast: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/biz-breakfast-2024-tickets-887760574777 Join Wendy and Brooke on the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast as they discuss the upcoming 'Biz and Breakfast' event set for July 11th at the Lionhead Golf Course in Mississauga. Brooke, and Wendy, at ISB, sha…
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Enhancing Vehicle Safety with Driver Technologies: Insights from Marcus Newbury
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35:49Send us a text In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and John talk with Marcus Newbery, co-founder and COO of Driver Technologies. Marcus shares insights into the innovative products developed by his company, focusing on how their dashcam technology leverages smartphones to improve vehicle safety and driver behavio…
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Efficient and Smart: Senpex's Approach to Last Mile Delivery with Anar Mammodov
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31:27Send us a text Revolutionizing Last-Mile Delivery with Anar from Senpex In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and John welcome Anar from Senpex, a company specializing in last-mile delivery services. Anar discusses the growth of the last-mile delivery segment, especially around the COVID-19 pandemic, and how Senpex…
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Boost Your Bottom Line: Heale Labs Revolutionizes Data For Trucking
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22:33Send us a text Boosting Profits in Trucking with Healy Labs' Universal Data Integration In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, Todd Haselhorst from Heale Labs explains how their technology can help trucking and logistics companies add 2% to their bottom line by integrating and standardizing data from multiple systems. Todd disc…
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Empowering Awareness: Truckers Against Trafficking with Heather Fry
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28:24Send us a text In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts John and Chris welcome Heather Fry from Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT). Heather discusses the rebranding of TAT and their expansion into various industries including the bus and energy sectors. She sheds light on the issue of human trafficking, its various forms, a…
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Innovating Trucking Insurance with HDVI's Telematics-Based Model
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33:27Send us a text This episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast features guests Justin Allen and Mark Brest from HDVI, discussing their innovative, telematics-based pricing model for trucking insurance. This model offers a more accurate, performance-based approach to insurance pricing, focusing particularly on small to mid-sized fleets and o…
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Behind the Wheel: Perspectives on Truck Driving Safety with 40 Year Veteran Theresa DeSantis
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Navigating the Road to Safety with the Fleet Safety Council
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27:44Send us a text Attention truckers! This episode of the TRUCKING Risk and Insurance Podcast features Danielle Levitt and Rick Brown, discussing the importance of fleet safety and the initiatives of the Fleet Safety Council. Learn valuable insights about driver and fleet safety programs, including the Driver of the Year and Safety Manager Awards. Tun…
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