Welcome to Miles and Mentors
A Trucking Podcast Around MentorshipDiscover the stories, strategies, and insider knowledge from seasoned trucking professionals who’ve been there and done that. Miles and Mentors is the trucking podcast designed for newcomers to the industry with big dreams of growing their own trucking business and expanding their fleet. We sit down with the mentors who’ve logged the miles and gained the experience, so you can tap into their hard-earned insights and chart your path to success. Whether you’re a new driver or a budding fleet owner, Miles and Mentors helps you take the wheel and drive your career forward.
WHO WE ARE – A LEADING TRUCKING PODCAST
Miles and Mentors is a leading podcast in the logistics industry. We connect with successful professionals from all sectors of logistics, exploring their personal journeys and the invaluable insights they’ve gained throughout their careers. Each episode of our trucking podcast series delves into the experiences of logistics industry veterans, uncovering the challenges they’ve faced, the lessons they’ve learned, and the achievements that have marked their careers. Through candid conversations, we aim to create a rich mentorship resource that benefits the next generation of trucking professionals, providing them with the wisdom and guidance needed to succeed. Tune in to the “Miles and Mentors” trucking podcast for engaging and insightful episodes that drive the future of logistics forward.
Meet the Host
Alex Powers
Alex has spent over a decade in the trucking and logistics industry, working on the marketing side while gaining a deep understanding of the business, the people, and the challenges they face. Throughout his career, he’s had the opportunity to connect with and learn from some of the best in the industry—drivers, fleet owners, logistics experts, and entrepreneurs—through countless in-depth conversations.
As the host of Miles and Mentors, Alex taps into these industry connections, bringing on top professionals to share their real-world experiences, hard-earned lessons, and strategies for success. Each episode delivers insights straight from those who have navigated the road before, helping listeners grow their own businesses and careers in trucking.
Meet Our Recent Guest Mentors
The Latest Industry Knowledge
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The Power of Relationships in Building a Freight Business
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