The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics is dedicated to the supply chain entrepreneurs who are building companies the way that doesn't get a lot of attention. We're here to change that by sharing their stories and inspiring others to take the leap.
Join us as we build a community of supply chain entrepreneurs from the ground up.
Brent Orsuga - Founder of Pinnacle Growth Advisors shares his story of going all in on himself and grinding his way to success one day at a time. Listen as he opens up on how he is wired for entrepreneurship and how intentionality is essential. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Brad Forester, Founder & CEO of JBF Consulting opens up on the finer points of running a supply chain consulting agency. Listen in as he explains how to evaluate risk, build scalable solutions and work ON the business rather than IN the business. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Janan Knust, CEO & Founder of KLog shares his story of how living in 14 countries shaped his perspective on starting a global, digital supply chain company. Listen in to the clarity he has found on frugality, purpose and family and how those answers can be kept in your pockets if you are intentional. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Joe Spisak, Founder & CEO of Overflow shares how the new school of entrepreneurship started early for him. Listen in to hear how college wrestling and creating two successful board games are all about family. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Bill Hale, CEO & Founder of FetchGoat shares his story of how growing up poor and serving his country set the stage for a successful career later in life. Listen in as he shares the FetchGoat story and how protecting your time is essential as a Founder. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Lorena Camargo, Founder and CEO of Pearl Trans shares her story of going from cleaning houses with her mother to building a successful courier business in Los Angeles. Listen into her story of perseverance and how having a specific goal is one of the secrets to her success. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Austin Kreinz, Founder & CEO of Atomix Logistics opens up about his endless fascination with fulfillment and how every day is a new puzzle waiting to be solved. Listen in as he shares his goal of joining the BBC (Billionaire's Bootstrapper's Club) and how supporting his team is the best part of the journey. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Denise McCann, Founder & CEO of Renegade Logistics Group shares her journey of starting a new chapter after a successful run in the corporate world. Listen in to how bootstrapping throws lots of curveballs and how she has had to pivot on a dime to keep the journey alive. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Ryan Schreiber - Logistics entrepreneur and current VP at Metafora shares his light-hearted and humble approach to achieving success. Listen in to how he balances the seriousness of business with a dose of levity and laughter. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Brian Glick, Founder & CEO of Chain.io shares how technology is changing the face of the supply chain industry. Listen to his story of how reducing friction in the supply chain helps us all. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Nick Bartlett, Founder of CBIP Logistics in Hong Kong shares his story of leaving New Zealand with the hope for adventure. Listen in to hear his transition from corporate ladder climber to unlocking his complete self as an entrepreneur. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Trey Griggs Founder & CEO of BETA Consulting Group shares his story of starting an agency only a few short months ago. Tune in to hear how he struggled with confidence and how having a supportive partner gave him the encouragement he needed to chase his dreams. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Marco Grossi Co-Founder of Orca Intelligence shares his story of starting a company from scratch with his brother Matt. Listen in to hear how their logistics journey started before they were even teenagers and how their relationship has created a perfect environment for big things to happen. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Petere Miner Founder & CEO of CoLoadX shares her story of following in the footsteps of true groundbreakers and why the world needs more. Listen to her insights on how connection is at the heart of both data and people. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Captain John Konrad - Founder and CEO of gCaptain, the world’s largest source of maritime news, shares how being able to connect with people from all walks of life has opened doors throughout his life and career. Listen to how his love of ships took him from the Bronx to the far reaches of the ocean in search of adventure. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
This week Nate Shutes shares part of the origin story for the podcast and what the future may hold for the logistics community. Tune in for insights on what it's like building in public and how perfection is the enemy of progress. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Len Ellis Founder & CEO of Everlasting Love Fulfillment, a boutique e-commerce 3PL shares her insights on crafting a unique customer experience. Tune in to hear the barriers she's had to overcome in order to create a business that supports her family while finding a deeper purpose. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Chad Carlton, COO of Everything Kitchens and the Founder of an e-commerce 3PL opens up on the struggles he faced when his family lost it all and how it shapes his outlook on business and life. Listen in on how to avoid having your identity wrapped up in the wrong things. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Onu Ekebie - CEO of HTL Freight shares how he found his path to entrepreneurship through acquisitions. Listen to how he approaches purchasing logistics businesses and how the first 90 days are the hardest. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
After the fall of the Soviet Union, Mike Malakhov left his family and home country of Georgia to come to the US at the age of 15. Alone. Listen to his incredible personal story of how he has adapted to his environment countless times and learn how Carpool Logistics may permanently change the way you buy a car in the future. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Kristy Knichel - CEO of Knichel Logistics shares the joys and challenges of running a multi-generational logistics business. Tune in to hear how being the CEO doesn't get you out of having to do the dishes in the office. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Sam Anderson - CEO of Bay & Bay shares the unlikely story of how his father got into trucking and how it's still a family business - 80 years in the making. Listen in to hear how building something for the long term takes a unique approach. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Matt Fain, CEO & Founder of PopCapacity shares his story of giving up career stability for the joys and challenges of building something himself. Listen to his take on how to design a company with intention. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Brad Hollister, Founder of SwanLeap shares his journey from business idea to successful exit and the advice he wished he'd listened to earlier. Listen to his insights on how extreme commitment and hard work apply to every aspect of life. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Ryan Rogers, Founder & CEO of TextLocate shares how he discovered a novel solution to an age-old problem. Listen as he offers a masterclass on moving from Minimum Viable Product to establishing Product Market Fit on a bootstrapper's budget. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Danny Frisco, CEO & Co-Founder of Rapido Solutions Group shares the amazing story of growing an international business from 0 to 450 employees in 2 years. Tune in to hear how finding the right co-founders and having family support makes all the difference. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Omar Singh, CEO & Founder of Surge Transportation opens up about how the seeds of success are often planted in our failures. Listen in as he shares the darkest moments of his journey and how adding 1% a day can make all the difference. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Craig Radford, Founder & CEO of Wizmo describes how started college with nearly $20,000 in his pocket for a few days' work. Learn how he successfully applied the same principles at Wizmo and how collaboration can be a competitive advantage. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Tyler Robertson CEO & Founder of Diesel Laptops shares the wild ride from starting with $1,000 to being offered $100M...and turning it down. Listen to how building something you're proud of matters more than financial rewards. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
Nick Reasoner, CEO & Founder of TransLoop shares the sacrifices it takes to build and grow a successful business from scratch. Listen in as he shares how leaving a legacy and supporting others becomes a higher priority than achieving material success. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter .
