On the Front Line

In this episode of On the Front Line, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with Kyle Henson, Director of Safety at Navajo Express, about what it really takes to build, and sustain, a strong safety culture.This isn’t just about reducing incidents. It’s about transforming how people think, communicate, and lead when it comes to safety.Kyle shares insights on:Turning risk into measurable resultsLeading cultural change across a fleetBuilding trust and accountability at every levelCreating a safety mindset that lastsIf you’re in transportation, operations, or leadership, this episode offers practical insight into what it means to truly lead on the front line.🎧 Listen now.

On this special edition of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson, speaks with Ben Fiore, Terminal Manager at Eagle Transport Corporation in Tampa, Florida.Ben leads a fleet responsible for the safe and timely delivery of petroleum products. In an industry where precision, trust, and communication are critical, his work keeps operations running smoothly every day.But his impact goes beyond the terminal.As a lifelong Scout and honoree recognized by the National Tank Truck Carriers, Ben saw a gap between the trucking industry and the next generation. Instead of waiting for change, he created it.Through the Truck Transportation Merit Badge Academy with the Boy Scouts of America, Ben has introduced more than 100 Scouts to careers in the fuel and trucking industry. By bringing real trucks and professional drivers into the experience, he gives young people a hands-on look at the work that keeps the country moving.His leadership is grounded in a simple belief: the world moves forward because of people who do the right thing, even when no one is watching.If you care about leadership, workforce development, safety, and building the future of the trucking industry, this conversation is worth your time.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, host Dr. Gina Anderson, learning scientist and CEO of Luma Brighter Learning, sits down with Graig Morin, co-founder and president of Brown Dog Carriers & Logistics.Graig shares how his journey from struggling truck driver to logistics entrepreneur shaped a people-first trucking company culture built on trust, safety, and community impact.This episode explores what happens when someone who has experienced the worst parts of the trucking industry decides to build something better — a company where driver wellbeing, leadership, and doing the right thing come before profit.From sleeping on a friend’s couch early in his career to leading a respected Maine-based trucking and logistics company,Graig explains how empathy, humility, and strong values can transform operations, safety culture, and driver retention.You’ll also hear powerful stories about community service, including delivering sandwiches to veterans, transporting donated medical chairs to emergency rooms during COVID, and supporting local schools in Biddeford, Maine.Graig’s leadership philosophy is simple:“Do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do.”In this conversation, Dr. Anderson and Graig explore what that looks like in practice—behind the wheel, in dispatch, and across the trucking industry.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy allowing drivers time off without explanation can improve trucking safety and driver wellbeingHow Brown Dog Carriers supported schools and veterans during COVIDWhat 20 years of poor management taught Graig about building a better trucking company cultureLeadership lessons for small trucking companies and logistics businessesHow trust and community can improve driver retention and operational performanceConnect & Learn MoreConnect with Graig Morin on LinkedIn,https://www.linkedin.com/in/graig-morin-840a54147/Learn more about Brown Dog Carriers & Logistics,https://www.browndogcarriers.com/Explore Luma Brighter Learning and Dr. Gina Anderson’s work in learning science and workforce training. https://lumabrighterlearning.com/Interested in being a guest on On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast? Apply here. https://www.learningwithgina.com/otfl-guest/Subscribe for more conversations on:Safety leadershipWorkforce learningTrucking operationsCompliance and risk managementLeadership for frontline and mobile workforces

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson, speaks with David Price, Executive Vice Chairman of United Petroleum Transports — a 60-year-old, family-founded company that grew from one truck and a bold idea to nearly 900 trucks and 1,500 associates operating across the U.S. and beyond. David shares what it means to lead with flat hierarchy, why safety isn’t a competitive advantage in tanker trucking, and how innovation in a decades-old industry moves slowly but powerfully. He also opens up about legacy, what it means to carry a family business forward. He talks about why people are the next great challenge in trucking and not technology. If you’ve ever wondered how real leadership gets built in a high-stakes, high-risk industry, this episode is for you! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why frontline workers are the engine, and leaders are just steering wheel How United Petroleum Transports built a culture of trust Where is fuel hauling innovation is heading Why legacy isn’t something you plan Connect with David on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-price-95863a59/ Want to learn more about David's work? Check out the United Petroleum Transports website, https://www.drive4upt.com/ Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website, https://lumabrighterlearning.com/ Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply, https://www.learningwithgina.com/otfl-guest/ Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson, speaks with Brandon Randall, Corporate Safety Manager at Performance Food Group.Brandon sits at the intersection of safety, strategy, analytics, and operations — building systems that turn complex compliance data into decisions leadership can actually act on. But his real passion? The humans behind the data. With a background in education, Brandon brings a rare lens to frontline leadership in trucking and logistics: one that puts people before metrics, every time.In this conversation, Brandon challenges the industry to stop promoting the best worker and start developing the best leader and shares what it actually takes to close that gap.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why promoting your best worker into leadership without training is setting them up to failHow the energy a frontline leader brings either builds trust — or destroys itThe shift from measuring everything to measuring what actually mattersHow data visibility is helping safety teams move from reactive to proactiveWhy Brandon believes if the answer isn't your people, you're asking the wrong questionsWant to learn more about Brandon’s work? Check out the Performance Food Group website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson, speaks with Lindsey Trent, President and Co-Founder of Next Generation in Trucking Association, reveals why nearly 60% of Gen Z turns to TikTok and Instagram for career guidance, and how the industry must meet them there with authentic voices, not polished corporate messaging. Lindsey reveals why authenticity beats polish when reaching Gen Z, how giving employees a platform to share their stories creates loyalty, and why listening to young voices isn't just good PR—it's the key to solving the industry-wide talent crisis. She also shares NextGen's groundbreaking "What is Trucking?" social media campaign and the simple ways companies can get involved in their own communities.If you're struggling to attract and retain younger talent, this conversation offers practical strategies for making an impact in your own backyard. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why 60% of Gen Z explores careers on social media—and what trucking must do to show up thereHow NextGen works state-by-state to build relationships that create CDL, supply chain, and diesel tech programsThe power of employee-generated content: Why real stories beat corporate messaging every timeHow connecting young people to industry professionals reinvigorates current employeesConnect with Lindsey on LinkedIn, ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseytrent/⁠Want to learn more about Lindsey’s work?Check out the Next Generation in Trucking Association website, ⁠https://nextgentrucking.org/⁠Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website, ⁠https://lumabrighterlearning.com/⁠Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply, ⁠https://www.learningwithgina.com/otfl-guest/

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson, speaks with Nikki Thomas, Vice President of Industry Affairs at the American Trucking Association and leader of ATA Women in Motion. Nikki has three years of transforming how the trucking industry supports women and 20+ years in program and event management.Nikki explains how a partnership with Trucker Path solved the critical truck parking safety gap for women drivers, why "leading from the front" means making others shine, and how she's building networks that keep talent in the industry. Her approach to innovation—taking one step, trying one new thing, and showing up excited—demonstrates why community-centered leadership creates lasting impact.If you're navigating male-dominated industries, building inclusive programs, or leading teams through innovation, this episode will show you the power of strategic partnerships and quiet persistence.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Nikki's strategic partnership with Trucker Path created a safety solution accessed 64 million timesWhy leadership means creating opportunities for others to shine, not chasing titlesThe seven critical safety features women drivers identified for truck stopsHow forward-thinking technology and virtual training tools are attracting the next generation to truckingWhy starting earlier with student outreach could transform industry talent pipelinesConnect with Nikki on LinkedIn ⁠HERE⁠.Want to learn more about Nikki’s work? Check out the American Trucking Association website ⁠HERE⁠.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website ⁠HERE⁠.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply ⁠HERE⁠.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson, speaks with Blake Grolmus, SVP of Government Relations at Iowa Motor Truck Association.Blake challenges the "tenure trap" that keeps fresh voices on the sidelines. He shares why his best safety innovations came from people outside the safety team. Drivers who asked "why do we do it that way?" changed everything. He reveals his leadership approach: never ask someone to do what you wouldn't do yourself.Tune in to discover why the best innovations come from unexpected voices, and how quiet leadership opens doors.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why breakthrough ideas come from non-experts in the roomHow to create space for newcomers in a longevity-driven industryThe leadership lesson of being remembered for people, not accomplishmentsHow small frontline changes move entire industries forwardConnect with Blake on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Blake’s work? Check out the Iowa Motor Truck Association website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with Tom Johnston, Safety Manager at Keizer Management, LLC, who's spent nearly 30 years proving that the best safety culture isn't built on enforcement—it's built on empathy.Tom shares why safety leaders must reject the "safety cop" mentality, how his role as a caregiver for his wife shaped his leadership philosophy, and what the transportation industry gets dangerously wrong about driver home time and mental health. His open-door approach and habit of daily kindness have earned his team multiple National Safety Council awards—not through rules, but through genuine connection.If you're a safety manager, operations leader, or anyone responsible for people in high-risk work, this episode will challenge how you think about compliance, culture, and what it really means to bring everyone home safely.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why the "safety cop" approach fails and what works insteadHow caregiving experience translates to better safety leadershipThe #1 thing Tom would redesign in the transportation industry to reduce accidentsWhy letting drivers talk isn't a waste of time—it's a safety strategyHow to identify team strengths and position people where they'll thriveTom's advice for making kindness a daily leadership habitConnect with Tom on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Tom’s work? Check out the Keizer Management, LLC website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with Elizabeth Nicholson, Director of Education and Training for the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA). With experience spanning medical societies, airport associations, and now trucking, Elizabeth brings a member-first mindset to workforce development.Elizabeth challenges the passive learning epidemic plaguing busy carriers—where employees complete training but nothing changes on the ground. She shares her vision for practical, application-based education where learners implement best practices, report results, and earn certification through real-world impact, not just screen time.Tune in to discover why Elizabeth believes the greatest gift leaders can give is confidence—and why she's building TCA's reputation as the go-to destination for transportation education.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why "watch the video, check the box" training fails small carriers juggling seven rolesHow to shift from passive learning to application-based education with measurable resultsThe power of listening to subject matter experts when you're not the content expert yourselfHow one committee meeting sparked an unbudgeted recruitment and retention training seriesWhy investing in employee education is actually investing in their confidence—and your bottom lineLeadership lessons from someone who wants to be forgotten but remembered for impactConnect with Elizabeth on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Elizabeth’s work? Check out the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with William Lusk, Director of Education and Government Relations at the National Tank Truck Carriers, where he represents 500 member companies across North America. William shares his journey of building trust by showing up, keeping promises, and connecting members with real solutions. With years of experience visiting facilities nationwide, he’s seen firsthand how innovation in driver recruitment, safety technology, and cargo tank inspections is shaping the industry. He also talks about what frontline leadership teaches us about humanity, how regulations affect companies in unexpected ways, and why genuine, consistent touchpoints matter more than formal meetings. Tune in to hear how one leader is shaping the future of tank trucking through trust, connection, and a commitment to understanding the people he serves.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How trust and integrity form the foundation of effective industry advocacyThe value of visiting member facilities to understand operational challenges firsthandWhat frontline leadership reveals about the struggles people face behind closed doorsInnovative solutions emerging across the tank truck industry, from driver pipelines to virtual tank inspectionsThe lasting impact of advocacy work and policy changes that benefit the entire industryWhy regular communication matters more than scheduled committee meetingsConnect with William on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about William’s work? Check out the National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with James McDaniel, serves as editor for Bulk Transporter and Refrigerated Transporter magazines, bringing two decades of journalism experience to the trucking industry.Jason discusses his commitment to preserving print magazines despite industry trends toward digital-only content, and why physical publications still matter for connecting communities. Jason shares his perspective on SEO versus quality storytelling, the overwhelming nature of data in both media and trucking operations, and how telematics creates similar challenges for fleet operators. He talks about the role of AI in journalism and trucking.Listen to this episode to hear how Jason is shaping the future of trucking media while staying true to the fundamentals of good storytelling and community connection.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Jason's background in journalism and his transition into trucking media over the past 20 yearsThe mission of Bulk Transporter and Refrigerated Transporter magazines to share best practices and spotlight industry leadersThe historical connection between the magazines and the National Tank Truck Carriers association since 1937The fight to preserve print magazines in an industry moving toward digital-only contentThe challenges of SEO-focused content versus in-depth storytelling and quality journalismThe proper role of AI in journalism and business operationsConnect with Jason on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Jason’s work? Check out Bulk Transporter, Refrigerated Transporter magazines website HERE.Check out EndeavorB2B, Jason’s parent company website HERE Check out EndeavorB2B, Jason’s parent company podcast, The Fleet Lead HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with Ed Nagle III, CEO of Nagle Companies, a transportation business grounded in dignity, respect, and genuine care for people.Ed shared his philosophy on leading by example and treating employees as family rather than just workers. He talks about the importance of continous improvement through both technology and process refinement, the value of learning in motivating teams, and how staying connected through industry conferences and vendor relationships helps guide innovation. Ed opens up about his faith-based moral compass and how doing what's right guides his decision-making. He explains how success at Nagle Companies depends on investing in people, building relationships over chasing volumes, and contributing to the community through various charitable activities.Tune in to discover how dignity and respect transform workplace culture and why investing in people's growth creates stronger business outcomes.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Ed's philosophy on leading by example through dignity and respectHow developing employees to their greatest potential benefits the companyThe role of learning in creating motivation and ownership among teamsFaith-based values as a moral compass for business decisionsThe evolution of technology in transportation and work-life balanceBuilding consultative partnerships with vendors to guide innovationConnect with Ed on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Ed's work? Check out Nagle Companies website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with Amy Roosa, founder and CEO of the Safety Rack, a nonprofit organization working to close the personal protective equipment gap for women across all industries. Amy shares her journey from safety professional to nonprofit founder. She experienced firsthand the challenges of wearing men's extra-large safety gear when she needed a medium or small. Amy explains her three founding principles of education, research, and advocacy through what she calls the "Errors Initiative." She opens up about the importance of listening to understand rather than respond. Amy believes that stopping to truly hear women's experiences was her breakthrough moment at a 2018 safety conference.Tune in to discover how Amy's quiet leadership is building community and moving the industry toward safer workplaces for everyone.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Amy's journey from safety professional to nonprofit founderThe Safety Rack's mission to close the PPE gap for women workersResearch findings showing injury rates linked to poorly fitting safety equipmentThe three founding principles: education, research, and advocacy (the "Errors Initiative")How listening and understanding drives meaningful change in workplace safetyThe importance of data in convincing employers and manufacturers to make changesInnovation emerging in women-specific safety equipment over the past five yearsBuilding community and connection within the safety industryLeading with purpose while facing barriers and skepticsConnect with Amy on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Amy's work? Check out The Safety Rack website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with Melissa Anderson, Fleet Safety Manager at Walmart Transportation, who has spent over three decades in an industry she truly loves. Growing up in a truck cab taught her that authentic leadership comes from understanding the people you serve.Melissa reveals the gap between safety regulations and real-world trucking challenges. She explains how Walmart's Driver Ambassador Program creates direct lines of communication between stores and drivers. This cuts through corporate red tape to solve problems quickly. She opens up about her personal approach to managing 300 drivers. She also touches on leadership lessons from her Army father. Melissa believes the best managers lead with both heart and mind.Tune in to discover how genuine care for people transforms workplace culture and creates safer roads for everyone.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How growing up in trucking and learning from an Army father shaped Melissa's authentic leadership approachWhy current hours of service regulations fail drivers and what policymakers need to understand about real trucking lifeThe story behind Walmart's Driver Ambassador Program and how it bridges communication between retail stores and transportation teamsWhy knowing your people personally - their families, birthdays, and life situations creates stronger safety cultureHow leading with heart and building genuine relationships transforms both drivers and organizationsWhat it means to receive recognition for quiet leadership that creates lasting impact without seeking the spotlightConnect with Melissa on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Melissa's work? Check out Walmart's Driver Ambassador Program website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with Steve Keppler, Co-Director of Scopelitis Transportation Consulting Group. With over 33 years in trucking, logistics, and intermodal transportation, Steve shares lessons from his time at FMCSA, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, and beyond.Steve explains why the industry must shift from reactive enforcement to proactive fleet safety culture, how Operation Safe Driver redefined road safety, and what COVID-19 taught leaders about innovation, education, and rebranding. His people-first leadership philosophy - rooted in sports and teamwork, shows why empowering others is key to lasting impact.If you’re a fleet manager, logistics professional, or transportation leader, this episode will inspire you to lead with purpose and drive change.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Steve Keppler’s multi-decade career shaped his unique perspective on trucking, logistics, and intermodal transportationWhy the transportation industry must transition from reactive enforcement to proactive safety cultureLeadership lessons from sports that apply to team development and mission-driven organizationsHow COVID-19 accelerated innovation, rebranding, and educational strategies in associationsThe story behind Operation Safe Driver and its data-driven, educational approach to road safetyWhy empowering individuals creates ripple effects that transform organizations and industriesConnect with Steve on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Steve's work? Check out Scopelitis Transportation Consulting’s website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On the episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson sits down with Nathan Geiman, Regional EHS Manager at RelaDyne, to explore why leadership isn’t about titles or paperwork but about people.From making safety fun and engaging, to creating meaningful connections with drivers, to building training programs that focus on the “why,” Nathan’s people-first approach is transforming leadership in the transportation and logistics industry.Nathan was honored with the Pelican Award that celebrates leaders who quietly lift others higher and create lasting impact.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:-How to make workplace safety fun and engaging for frontline teams-Why people-first leadership strategies in the transportation industry create lasting results-The power of explaining the why in safety training to boost engagement-Practical ways to build trust with drivers and frontline employees-How leadership and empathy skills for safety professionals shape safer, stronger teams-Nathan’s vision for creating a positive safety culture in logistics and truckingConnect with Nathan on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Nathan's work? Check out RelaDyne’s website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On the episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks to the Safety Compliance and Training Manager at Keystops, Dylan West. Dylan shares his journey from tow truck driver to award-winning safety director and founder of DrivexIQ. Dylan is a nationally recognized, multi-award-winning fleet safety leader at Keystops and the founder of DrivexIQ. His mission is to help drivers succeed, reduce risk for organizations, and build safer roads for everyone.Learn how proactive driver coaching, simulation technology, and human-centered leadership are reshaping safety in the transportation and logistics industry. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:-How to build a proactive fleet safety culture instead of reacting to accidents-The story behind Dylan’s driver simulator innovation and why it’s changing training forever-Leadership lessons from the frontline of transportation and logistics-Why giving drivers second chances creates unexpected success stories-How DrivexIQ helps prevent costly accidents and litigation through smarter driver trainingConnect with Dylan on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Dylan's work? Check out his podcast HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.

On the episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks to the Senior Risk Manager at Meijer, Tabatha Greer. Tabatha shares insights on leadership, risk management, and fostering a supportive, community-focused company culture.She emphasizes the importance of empathy, personal connections, and continuous learning in adapting to industry changes. Tabatha highlights the value of leading with heart, building trust, and nurturing future leaders to create lasting positive change within organizations and their communities.Connect with Tabatha on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Tabatha's work? Check out their website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

On the episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks to the Vice President of Safety at United Road Services, Justin Copeland. Justin shares his journey from truck driver to safety leader, emphasizing the importance of frontline leadership, building trust, and fostering a positive safety culture.He discusses innovations like using dash cam footage to highlight good driving and advocates for proactive, behavior-based safety measures. Justin advises prioritizing workplace culture and empowering teams.Connect with Justin on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Justin's work? Check out their website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

On the episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks to the Director of Transportation and Industry Relations at Wreaths Across America, Courtney George. Courtney shares her journey from volunteer to leader, highlighting the organization’s mission to honor fallen veterans and educate future generations about sacrifice and freedom.She discusses the vital role of the trucking industry, the importance of community, and the impact of remembrance.Connect with Courtney on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about 's work? Check out their website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

On the episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks to the President and COO of American Transportation Research Institute, Rebecca Brewster. Rebecca discusses the importance of truck drivers, challenges in recruiting young people and women, and ATRI’s impact on safety and infrastructure. She highlights the need for better driver recognition, especially post-pandemic, and innovative research that shapes industry improvements.Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Rebecca's work? Check out their website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

On the episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks to the Director of Operations and Certified Director of Safety at G&D Trucking and Hoffman Transportation, Jerry Curl. Jerry shares insights from his 45-year career, emphasizing compassionate leadership and the importance of recognizing truck drivers as heroes.He discusses his personal health journey, his mission to improve drivers’ well-being, and the value of positive influence. Dr. Gina honors Jerry with the Pelican Award for his impactful leadership. The episode highlights the power of empathy, personal growth, and the drive to create positive change in the trucking industry.Connect with Jerry on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Jerry's work? Check out their website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

In the inaugural episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence speaks to the creator and host of the show, Dr. Gina Anderson.Dr. Gina Anderson is the CEO of Luma Brighter Learning. During this interview, she shares her vision for the podcast: spotlighting compassionate leaders who drive positive change in workplace culture, especially within the supply chain industry.The episode explores the importance of empathy, connection, and meaningful learning in leadership. Listeners are invited to nominate inspiring leaders and engage with the podcast community, setting the stage for a series dedicated to celebrating trailblazers who prioritize employee well-being and innovation.Connect with Dr. Gina Anderson on LinkedIn HERE.Want to learn more about Dr. Gina's work? Check out her website HERE.Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.