Episodes

Are you thinking about becoming an owner-operator or starting a fleet? Are you looking to expand your current fleet? There’s no question that traditional financing has more barriers to entry than ever before, making it difficult for many trucking entrepreneurs to get their dreams off the ground. In the latest episode of the Success In Trucking Podcast, we sat down with Danny Vernon and Tom Parker from the ES team to discuss the challenges that aspiring owner-operators face when it comes to tradi...

Starting out as an owner-operator, especially for the first time, can feel like navigating a winding road filled with unexpected detours. Traditional financing has more barriers to entry than ever before, making it difficult for many trucking entrepreneurs to get their dreams off the ground. In the latest episode of the Success In Trucking Podcast, we sat down with Danny Vernon and Tom Parker from the Expediter Services (ES) team to discuss the challenges that aspiring owner-operators face and ...

In this edition of the podcast, you are going to meet Jackie Rocha, who is one of the long-time women entrepreneurs in the ES Community. It’s been almost a decade since Jackie entered trucking’s expedited sector as part of the FedEx Custom Critical fleet. She then discovered Expediter Services and began building her business utilizing many of the programs, services and support available through the ES Community. A few years ago, Jackie, along with her partner, Mike Barclay, founded Millennials I...

In this episode of the podcast, we are launching a special series honoring a milestone for the ES Community. In 2017, Expediter Services began working with the Women In Trucking Association on an initiative to promote the creation of women-owned businesses in the trucking industry. Earlier this year, this collaborative program led by ES reached the milestone of creating 300 women-owned businesses in the trucking industry. Through this series, we will be sharing the recent interviews that we have...

In this edition of the podcast, we’ll be providing you an update on the latest news related to the Beneficial Ownership Information filing requirements that are part of the Corporate Transparency Act. Colton Lawrence, the Trucker CFO and a member of the ES Community, will be joining us on the podcast to discuss the BOI. Colton gives us the full rundown on the BOI, including a look at the significant penalties that can be levied on businesses that fail to file the BOI report. The information pro...

The information provided in the podcast and article below reflects information that was accurate as of February 19, 2025. Reporting requirements and penalties assessed continue to change. Please visit fincen.gov/boi for the most up-to-date and accurate information. As a business owner in the trucking industry, staying compliant with government regulations is key to your success. Beneficial Ownership is a crucial regulation that small fleets and owner-operators need to be aware of that might hav...

For owner-operators and small business owners, setting the right goals can mean the difference between spinning your wheels and making serious progress. With 2025 fully underway, we dedicated an episode of the Success In Trucking Podcast to goal-setting to help our community members thrive in 2025. Jeff Reese, Director of Vendor Services at ES, joined the conversation and shared insights on effective goal-setting tailored to the trucking community.

Jeff Tacker from the ES Leadership Team returns to the podcast as we hear more perspective on making the most of the opportunities ahead in 2025. Jeff, who serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer of Expediter Services for ES, will discuss equipment availability, truck financing and the broader challenges and opportunities in the trucking industry. Jeff is joined on the podcast by Leah Shaver, who is the President and CEO of the National Transp...

In this edition of the podcast, we will be sharing an insightful conversation with Jeff Tacker, who is the Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer of Expediter Services. Jeff will be offering a number of important perspectives on strategic planning for independent contractors, owner operators and fleet owners as they get rolling into 2025. During this episode, you’ll hear Jeff discuss equipment availability and truck financing with Leah Shaver, who is the P...

Colton Lawrence, who is the Trucker CFO and a Certified Public Accountant, joins us on the podcast to talk about key tax and business planning considerations as we approach the end of 2024. As you will hear, Colton will be discussing per diem rate changes announced in 2024 as well as significant tax planning considerations and the importance of proper record-keeping in closing out the year. Colton also provides insights into the benefits of joining the ES community for business owners in the tru...

In this Spotlight On Success Episode of the podcast, we are featuring Joseph Gomez as he talks to us about his journey into trucking, which was inspired by his father. Joseph also shares his experience with the non-traditional lease purchase program offered by ES and Panther Premium Logistics, discussing the strong support he received from the teams at both companies, especially during challenging times in the freight market. Joseph also talks about the importance of family support, particularly...

In a recent episode of the Success In Trucking Podcast, Joseph Gomez shared his journey from company driver to successful lease purchase owner-operator via the ES & Panther Premium Logistics Non-Traditional Lease Purchase Program. A dream that began alongside his father and mentor. Joseph’s path to ownership has been filled with tough decisions, a tremendous amount of support, and the grit that defines those within the ES Community. Spotlight On Success: Joseph Gomez Year He Joined ES: 2021 E...

Danny Vernon, the Director of Truck Sales and Finance at ES, provides a comprehensive update on the truck market as we approach the end of 2024 and head into 2025. Danny discusses the current state of truck sales, the impact of global events, upcoming EPA mandates and the support programs available through ES. As you will hear, Danny highlights the opportunities that are available for entrepreneurs who can place themselves in a position of acting now to enter the trucking industry or expand thei...

In this edition of the podcast, we’ll be putting a focus on Veterans Day and how ES is working to support efforts that support our nation’s veterans. Joining us on this episode of the podcast will be Jeff Tacker, who serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer for Expediter Services. During the conversation, Jeff will be sharing some notes about how ES supports the Hope For The Warriors organization and how the company is collaborating with Forwar...

Expediter Services (ES) is honored to stand alongside Forward Air as the Hope and Courage sponsor for the 3rd Annual Drive for Hope Golf Tournament and Fundraiser. Held on November 11th and 12th at the stunning Chateau Elan, this event offers a unique and powerful way to honor our servicemen and women by supporting those who have sacrificed for our country. This year’s tournament holds special significance as it coincides with Veterans Day, providing us with an opportunity not only to raise fun...

In a recent episode of the Success In Trucking Podcast, Morty and Stephanie Perez shared their inspiring story of transitioning from aspiring owner-operators to successful business owners on the road. While they have experienced a few bumps along the way, their unwavering support of each other, as well as that from the Ascent and ES teams, shows that our community members Never Stand Alone. Spotlight On Success: Morty and Stephanie Perez Year they Joined ES: 2023 ES Community Carrier: Ascent ...

In this Spotlight on Success edition of the podcast, we’ll meet Morty and Stephanie Perez. We’ll be talking to Morty and Stephanie about the how they found their entrance ramp to a career in the trucking industry and how they found a home within the ES Community. As you will hear, Morty and Stephanie recently graduated from the Path To Ownership Program at ES. They are now running as part of the Ascent fleet. Join us as Morty and Stephanie look back on their experience in the PTO program and how...

In this episode of the podcast, we’re going to feature the September 20th appearance by Jeff Tacker from the ES Leadership Team on the Dave Nemo Show. Jeff was part of a series of guests highlighting National Truck Driver Appreciation Week on the Dave Nemo Show, which is broadcast each weekday on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Radio Channel 146. Jeff, who serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer of Expediter Services, was welcomed to the show and...

As the team at ES celebrates National Truck Driver Appreciation Week for 2024, we had a chance to talk with Jason Williams, the President and CEO of Expediter Services. We’re thrilled to share this wide-ranging conversation with Jason that offers the opportunity to hear his deep appreciation for the nation’s professional truck drivers, especially everyone who is a part of the ES Community.

In the third and final of this breakout series recorded during the Success In Trucking Engagement, the Keynote Discussion Panel featured at SITE 2024 will be exploring the equipment options that are available in the ES Community as well as the truck ownership opportunities that are available from ES. As noted in the previous editions of this breakout series, the panel featured Jason Williams, the President & CEO of Expediter Services, Andrew Ryan, the General Manager at Dobbs, Peterbilt and Nate...

In the second episode of our three-part series that was recorded at the Success In Trucking Engagement, we take you further into the SITE 2024 panel discussion that covered what’s happening with equipment in today’s trucking market. During this segment, the panel concentrates on the topic of access to equipment and notes the mandated emission standards that are on the horizon in 2027. As noted in Part 1, the panel featured Jason Williams, the President & CEO of Expediter Services, Andrew Ryan, t...

With this edition of the podcast, we will begin a three-part series that was recorded at the Success In Trucking Engagement, SITE 2024. You will be hearing a very informative panel discussion covering various considerations when it comes to buying a truck in today’s market. The panel featured Jason Williams, the President & CEO of Expediter Services, Andrew Ryan, the General Manager at Dobbs, Peterbilt and Nate Meyer, who works in Equipment Sales for Stoops Freightliner. The panel was moderated ...

With the final segment in our series from SITE 2024, Jimmy Mac is joined by Leah Shaver, the President and CEO of the National Transportation Institute. Leah is also part of the Marketing Team at ES and she had an on-stage role at SITE 2024. Jimmy and Leah talk about the keynote speaker at the SITE as well as the opportunities and support that are available from ES. Leah’s interview was part of the Dave Nemo Show’s live broadcast from SITE 2024, which was hosted by Jimmy Mac from RadioNemo.

In this segment, we’ll feature Jimmy Mac’s conversation with Mark Fleming from TA Petro. Mark is a senior accountant manager with TA Petro. Mark’s interview was part of the Dave Nemo Show’s live broadcast from SITE 2024, which was hosted by Jimmy Mac from RadioNemo.