1415. #TFCP - Brokerage Armor: The 2026 Playbook for Defeating Freight Fraud!

Find out how you can prepare your freight operations for the rising tide of identity theft and double-brokered loads in this episode with Mark Funk, our returning guest from SPI Logistics! Mark dives into the increasing freight fraud and what it means for your business, the latest industry trends, from hacked carrier emails to the high-stakes world of rail car theft, and how the Dalilah Law could shift the landscape for legitimate carriers and transportation professionals. The reality is simple: the free market doesn't do favors, and desperation is a gateway for bad actors. We're getting real about carrier vetting software, the necessity of supply chain education for your shippers, and why trusting your gut remains one of the best tools to protect your margins!   About Mark Funk Mark Funk is a seasoned logistics professional with a passion for optimizing freight operations. With years of experience in the industry, Mark has developed a keen understanding of supply chain dynamics and innovative strategies to drive efficiency. He's excited to share his insights and discuss the evolving world of freight on the Freight Coach podcast.   Connect with Mark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markfunksr/  Email: [email protected]   📊📉 Don't miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! 🌎 🎬🎯 #TheFreightCoach Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   To Find Out More About My Freight Services Visit https://freightcoachlogistics.com/   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 SPI Logistics | https://spi3pl.com/  Revenova | https://revenova.com/freightcoach/ NMFTA | https://nmfta.org/ DAT Freight & Analytics | https://www.dat.com/   Donate to support Stacy and her family: https://tinyurl.com/36xmxcmr   🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇   ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/