Freight Famous Rose Rocket

Host Justin Bailie, Co-founder of Rose Rocket, sits down with Meghan Meurer, Chief Commercial Officer at Tenney Group, to discuss the world of mergers and acquisitions in the transportation industry. Meghan shares valuable insights on the current M&A market trends, highlights the importance of scalability, free cash flow, and buyer profiles. She emphasizes the need for sellers to prepare for the process by understanding market valuations and structuring deals to de-risk transactions. Meg ...

Are non-competes helping or hindering your trucking business?In this episode of Freight Famous, host Justin Bailie interviews Matthew Leffler, The Armchair Attorney, to discuss non-competes, non-solicits, and the legal implications in the transportation industry. The conversation delves into the history and evolution of non-competes, shedding light on the predatory nature of these contracts and the challenges they pose for employees. The discussion also touches on the importance of understand...

From an idea to a $300 million data product in the transportation sector.In this episode of Freight Famous, host Justin Bailie sits down with Craig Fuller, the founder of FreightWaves, Sonar, and Firecrown, to discuss the evolution of his businesses. Craig shares insights on how he built a successful media company, the role of Sonar in the industry, and the vision for Firecrown. They delve into the challenges and successes of scaling a media business, the importance of infrastructure, and the...

What were you doing at 17 years old?In this inspiring episode of Freight Famous, we had the pleasure of speaking with Andrew J Gomez, the young, but very wise owner of AJG Transport. Andrew's story is nothing short of remarkable, having started his trucking company at the age of 17. Now, at 26, he oversees a fleet of 106 trucks and has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience that exceeds his years.Andrew's story is a powerful reminder that with the right mindset, even the most daunting ch...

Are electric vehicles the future of trucking?In this episode of Freight Famous, host and Co-founder Justin Bailie sits down with Shayna Rector, Co-founder and VP of 7Gen to discuss the age-old question. Shayna shares insights into how their company helps businesses transition to electric vehicles, focusing on medium and heavy-duty fleets. From financing to infrastructure support, Shayna explains the process of integrating electric vehicles into existing fleets.Tune in to learn more about the ...

How much money did you make your first year out of high school?In this episode of Freight Famous, host and Co-founder Justin Bailie sits down with Lindsey Trent, Co-founder of Next Generation Trucking Association and highlights truck driving as a potential career for young adults. The association introduces high school students to the industry and provides them with training. Lindsay shares success stories and discusses challenges in changing perceptions. Join them to support the next generat...