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Moving Fourward

by Jeffrey Messer

Moving Fourward is the podcast for the Work Truck Industry. We seek out conversations with industry leaders and discuss issues that we are all facing today. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and share with other industry friends.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 11: Doyle Sumrall, Managing Director, NTEA (retired)

    Doyle Sumrall joins the podcast to discuss his start in the work truck industry and how he ended up an integral part of NTEA--the Association for the Work Truck Industry.

  2. Episode 10: Brian Bowden and John Ruppert, From OEM to Adrian Steel Company

    In this episode, I bring two industry leaders together to discuss their time working for America's largest vehicle manufacturers. Brian Bowden was General Motors' Director of Fleet and Commercial Operations and John Ruppert was Ford Motor Company's General Manager-Commercial Vehicle Sales and...

  3. Episode 9: Mark Saltzman, President, Buyers Products Company

    If you have ever set foot in a truck equipment distributor location, then chances are that you've seen some items from Buyers Products Company in Mentor, Ohio. On this episode, I speak with the leader of Buyers Products, Mark Saltzman. Mark has worked at the Buyers Products Company for 44 years.…

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  4. Episode 8: Steve Carey, president/CEO, NTEA

    On this episode, I chat with Steve Carey, president and CEO of NTEA -- The Association for the Work Truck Industry. Since 1998, Steve has held a series of leadership roles at NTEA, including senior director of operations and deputy executive director, prior to taking on the role of executive...

  5. Episode 7: Mark Adamson, Douglas Dynamics

    Mark Adamson is convinced that there is no business like snow business. After living in the south for half of his career he found a great reason to move back north…snow. Mark had been involved in the “green” industry for over two decades with John Deere Company before dedicating himself to the...

  6. Episode 6: Craig Bonham, Safe Fleet

    Craig Bonham is the Vice President of Commercial Vehicle for Safe Fleet headquartered in Belton, Missouri. He is a high energy, cross functional sales executive with 40 years of sales and leadership experience in both the OEM and truck body, equipment, and distribution channels. He served as the...

  7. Episode 5: Allen Birmingham, Tommy Gate

    Allen Birmingham is currently the Director of Sales at Woodbine Manufacturing, the creator of Tommy Gate (based in Woodbine, Iowa, and Phoenix, Arizona) and the North American distributor of Anteo, a hydraulic liftgate manufacturer (based in Molinella, Italy). Allen helps to form vital…

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  8. Episode 4: Todd Davis, Phenix Truck and Van

    Todd Davis, of Phenix Truck Bodies & Van Equipment (Pomona, California) joins me to share how his journey into the work truck industry began, and what advice he has for those just starting out in our industry.

  9. Episode 3: Adam Keane, Allied Body Works

    Adam Keane is the executive vice-president of Allied Body Works Inc., in Seattle, Washington. Adam joined Allied Body Works in 2004. In his current position, Adam bridges the gap between sales and operations, utilizing industry resources to find solutions when technical issues arise. He manages...

  10. Episode 2: Matt Wilson

    Some of my guests are so well known they need no introduction. For episode 2 of the Moving Fourward podcast that isn’t the case. Today I’ll be visiting with Matt Wilson, one-time business owner and former President of the NTEA. Matt loves problem solving and providing opportunities for people to...

  11. Episode 1: Jon Sievert

    On the inaugural episode, I chat with Jon Sievert, the outgoing chairman of the NTEA. Jon came to the work truck industry via the metal forming world where he started as an apprentice. He is a graduate of Cardinal Stritch University and also received his MBA from the University of...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Moving Fourward is the podcast for the Work Truck Industry. We seek out conversations with industry leaders and discuss issues that we are all facing today. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and share with other industry friends.

HOSTED BY

Jeffrey Messer

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Moving Fourward have?

Moving Fourward currently has 11 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Moving Fourward about?

Moving Fourward is the podcast for the Work Truck Industry. We seek out conversations with industry leaders and discuss issues that we are all facing today. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and share with other industry friends.

How often does Moving Fourward release new episodes?

Moving Fourward has 11 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Moving Fourward?

Moving Fourward is created and hosted by Jeffrey Messer.
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