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The Overlooked Advantage in Trucking with Blake Grolmus

The Logistics of Logistics

Blake was raised in Williamsburg, Iowa and earned his undergraduate degrees in Finance, Real Estate, and Marketing from the University of Northern Iowa. Blake is a member of the American Trucking Associations’ Safety Policy Committee and serves on the Board of Directors and the LEAD Council for the Iowa Motor Truck Association.

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Building a Better Freight Brokerage with Danny Frisco

The Logistics of Logistics

in finance from the University of Iowa. About Danny Frisco As CEO and co-founder of Rapido Solutions Group, Danny oversees sales and is responsible for the long-term strategy and vision of the company. Danny began his logistics career in carrier sales at Coyote Logistics after receiving his B.A.

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The Driver’s Perspective with Dean Key

The Logistics of Logistics

In addition to driving responsibilities, Dean is also a Work Force Ambassador for the Iowa Motor Truck Association and as a Road Team Captain for the American Trucking Association. Iowa Motor Truck Association. Dean started his career at 16 years old driving for his family trucking company in Wyoming. About Ruan Transportation .

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The Ruan Story with Ben McLean

The Logistics of Logistics

Ben is also a member of the Iowa Business Council and served as chair of the organization from 2016 to 2018. Previous board and philanthropic affiliations include United Way of Central Iowa, Orchard Place, and Reaching Higher Iowa. About Ruan Transportation.

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Physician Group Saves $50,000 the First Month with Hybrent

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The Situation Physicians’ Clinic of Iowa (PCI) is one of the largest private, multi-specialty physician groups in Iowa, with locations in Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. PCI considered hiring a full-time employee dedicated solely to supply chain activities. Hybrent solved their problem and saved them $50,000 the first month.

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7 Ways to Reduce Carrier Detention Fees and How Digital Yard Management Can Help

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Robinson and Iowa State University, favored shippers are receiving better pricing and service. Using shipment data and econometric modeling, Iowa State University’s researchers quantitatively measured the effects of these characteristics on transportation costs. According to a new report from C.H. 7 Steps to Take Now.

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The Mary Kay Supply Chain with Michael Ringsdorf

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Mike has a degree in Marketing from Iowa State University and over 30 years of experience leading teams in Demand Planning, Inventory Control, Automated Storage Retrieval Warehouses & Transportation. Mike has developed a track record of converging people and technology to get exceptional results. About Mary Kay.