Fleet Leaders: What 46 Years in the Industry Reveals

Some voices in trucking don’t just tell the story… they are the story. 🚚 Ingrid Brown - Operations Manager at Blackjack Express LLC and a professional driver - brings 46 years of trucking experience to the Driving Forward Podcast, joining Nate Johnson for this conversation. From hauling specialized refrigerated and oversize freight to advising on safety at the national level, Ingrid brings a perspective few in this industry can match. In this conversation, they'll explore: • What nearly five decades in trucking teaches you about resilience • Why safety isn’t a talking point... it’s a responsibility carried by every driver and every fleet • the impact of Driver and Operations relationships on performance, culture, and retention • The role of mentorship and advocacy in shaping the next generation of drivers This story goes beyond experience, Ingrid is recognized across the industry: 🏆 2026 Women in Trucking Driver of the Year 🏆 Women in Trucking Board Member 🏆 FMCSA safety advocate and national industry voice Still actively driving. Still leading operations. Still pushing the industry forward. If you’re in trucking, logistics, or fleet leadership, this is a conversation grounded in real miles, real challenges, and real perspective.