Join us as we welcome industry leader and seasoned professional, Randy Birdwell, VP and General Manager of CKJ Transport of North Texas. With 25 years of experience in aggregate transportation, Randy has reshaped the trucking industry through his innovative “Miyagi Management” style, empowering employees to solve challenges while fostering a team-first culture.

In this episode, Randy shares his journey from filling potholes as a teenager to leading one of North Texas’ most respected aggregate transportation companies.

We dive into:

Navigating driver shortages
Adapting to changing regulations
Integrating technology into trucking
The power of family values in leadership


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🕒 Chapters:00:00 Introduction to CKJ Transport and Randy Birdwell01:52 Randy's Journey in Transportation06:15 Transition from Safety to Operations10:40 The Importance of Longevity in a Company16:07 Miyagi Management Style21:19 Lessons from a Tornado27:05 The Future of the Trucking Industry32:09 Technology and Automation in Trucking37:12 Challenges in the Transportation Industry42:34 Family Atmosphere vs. Team Atmosphere49:43 The Impact of Fuel Costs54:52 Driver Shortages and Retention Strategies01:01:24 Advice for Future Leaders01:25:26 Closing Statements and Farewells

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Resources:🌐 Learn more about CKJ Transport: https://www.ckjtransport.com/📱 Connect with Randy Birdwell: LinkedIn

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