Truck Drivers & The Entrepreneurial Spirit: Tra Williams

As a logistics hub, the Ocala Metro sees firsthand the effect a national truck driver shortage has on this growing sector of the economy. Join us as Tra Williams, President and Founder of FleetForce,  discusses the challenges and innovative solutions developed to address this shortage and get more drivers on the road. We also explore the state of entrepreneurship, the concerning decline in the number of Americans who are self-employed, and the implications this has on the vitality of our communities.

Nonprofit featured in this episode: Operation Warrior Resolution

Tra Williams
President, FleetForce
Author, Boss Brain

Tra is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, and nationally recognized expert in entrepreneurship and business strategy. He has sat at the helm of two international brands and has supported thousands of entrepreneurs on their journey to self-employment. He currently serves as President of FleetForce, the fastest-growing CDL school in America, headquartered in Sarasota, Florida.

Tra holds a degree from the University of Georgia and is a graduate of the prestigious Franchise Management program at Georgetown University. He has been featured or quoted in numerous publications, including Forbes, Bloomberg, and Franchise Times, and he often speaks at economic development conferences and company conventions.

In his new book Boss Brain, Tra reveals the truth behind the decline of American entrepreneurship and provides readers with a scientifically proven system to unlock their entrepreneurial instincts and leave traditional employment forever. 

The Catalyst is hosted by the Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership, sponsored by Douglas Law Firm and recorded live at Wiley Productions podcast studios, located in Ocala, Florida. New episodes, guests, and perspectives of leadership premiere twice a month. Follow us on Apple, Amazon, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy podcasts.