From Receptionist to CEO: Liz Wayne's Journey in Freight Brokerage
Behind The Freight · 2024-10-22 · 40 min
Episode notes
In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Liz Wayne, founder and CEO of Able Transport Solutions INC. Join them as they discuss: Liz's unexpected entry into the trucking industry Her journey from receptionist to business owner The challenges of starting and scaling a freight brokerage Insights on leadership and empowering employees The importance of continuous learning and adaptability Liz's perspective on women in logistics and the industry's evolving culture Liz Wayne is the Founder and CEO of Able Transport Solutions INC, a freight brokerage specializing in flatbed, heavy haul, and expedited shipping. Starting her career as a single mom at 18, Liz worked her way up through various roles in the trucking industry before founding Able Transport in 2014. Her company has since grown to be a respected player in the logistics field, with plans to double in size over the next three years. Episode Highlights: [00:02:49 - 00:05:06] Liz shares how she "stumbled" into the trucking industry 23 years ago. As a young single mother preparing for college, she needed a job with office hours that aligned with daycare availability.
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