Episode #39: Building Successful Carrier Networks with Kary Jablonski, Trucker Tools
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In this episode of ThinkFreight, we hit the road with Kary Jablonski, CEO of Trucker Tools. Kary shares her unique journey, transitioning from building Uber and Uber Eats in LATAM to leading a major player in the freight industry.
We explore Trucker Tools' incredible growth, evolving from a driver app in 2009 to a dominant network serving over 350,000 Motor Carriers, with a focus on empowering smaller carriers (80% of their network!).
Kary dives into the impact of the 2018 ELD Mandate on the market, particularly on communication methods. We also learn about Trucker Tools' unique approach to collaboration, featuring their Carrier Advisory Board – a model all companies should consider.
Then we dove into freight fraud and how Trucker Tools helps keep fraudsters off of their platform. We also discussed how Trucker Tools is different from a traditional load board, and how they match capacity with real, active loads from brokers.
Discover how Trucker Tools tackles the challenge of building solutions that benefit both small carriers and brokers, and gain insights into the upcoming 2024 produce season. Plus, Kary shares her predictions for the hottest trends shaping the rest of the year in trucking.
Tune in for this insightful episode and learn about:
- Kary Jablonski's inspiring career path and her transition into the freight tech industry.
- The evolution of Trucker Tools and its focus on empowering smaller carriers.
- How the 2018 ELD Mandate impacted communication within the trucking industry.
- The importance of collaboration, exemplified by Trucker Tools' Carrier Advisory Board.
- Expert predictions for the future of trucking in 2024 and beyond.
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Find Kary Jablonski & TruckerTools online:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kary-jablonski/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/trucker-tools/
https://www.truckertools.com/
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