• Throwback: Next Gen Trucking - Empowering the Next Generation of Truck Drivers

  • Apr 19 2024
  • Durée : 1 h
  • Podcast
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Throwback: Next Gen Trucking - Empowering the Next Generation of Truck Drivers

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  • In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia and Ryan Young are joined by Lindsey Trent and Dave Dein of Next Gen Trucking. Lindsey and Dave discuss concerns over driver shortages and their mission to train and empower the next generation of truckers. They also share other concerns for the industry and future highway entrepreneurs, and how you can get involved. Episode Highlights: What would Lindsey and Dave's CB handle be if they were in a truck? (1:53) Lindsey explains her involvement with the Next Generation in Trucking Association. (3:55) What led Dave on his career path with the trucking industry? (6:06) Dave introduces one of his Patterson High School students, who explains why he decided to take the trucking class. (7:20) Is Eduardo familiar with the trucking industry, or was he steered in that path only by this assessment? (8:36) Eduardo discusses what excites him about attending the class. (9:06) Lindsey discusses the ages of a new entrant driver and a truck driver for a fleet. (15:24) Lindsey mentions that in November, they will be presenting to the Association of School Counselors. (16:51) Dave mentions that they established a learning environment in which individuals may succeed and they've seen how this sort of program can change people's lives. (17:58) Dave mentions that after a student completes the program, they ensure that they have received proper training. (21:31) Lindsey talks about their outreach goals. (27:50) Linsey describes the kind of people they want to join their organization to support them with their mission. (28:30) Lindsey talks about their respective roles in the organization. (34:01) Lindsey discusses their mission for the trucking industry and young people. (37:19) Lindsey discusses why trucking is such a great career. (43:29) Dave and Lindsey define success in their own words. (53:56) Lindsey feels that there is a shift on the horizon in terms of students needing opportunities other than going to college at the age of 18. (56:24) Key Quotes: “Our current program is a one year program, we're looking at doubling that. We want to turn it into a two-year program just to give that extra layer where we can incorporate some OSHA, some basic first aid and CPR training, just so they're better.” - Dave Dein “Trucking makes a difference. We could not survive as a country without trucking.” - Lindsey Trent “I really feel like times are changing. There is a shift on the horizon of kids needing other opportunities besides going to college at 18 years old.” - Lindsey Trent Resources Mentioned: Next Gen Trucking Join Next Gen Trucking Lindsey Trent LinkedIn Dave Dein LinkedIn Cameron Pechia Ryan Young Valley Trucking Insurance
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