RadioNemo Guest Interviews

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Ben Wilkens, Cybersecurity Principal Engineer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA).Ben shares his expertise on cybersecurity in the transportation industry and introduces the new Vendor Risk Assessment Framework, a tool designed for owner-operators, fleets, and transportation professionals to make security-conscious decisions when onboarding new vendors.Topics in this episode include:Introduction to the Vendor Risk Assessment Framework and its benefitsCybersecurity best practices for fleets, brokers, and vendorsHow owner-operators can evaluate vendor security to protect their operationsThe intersection of cybersecurity and transportation from Ben’s unique perspective as a certified CISSP, CCSP, CISM, and active CDL driverBen Wilkens has extensive experience in trucking and logistics, from dispatch and driver management to technology integration and cybersecurity leadership. His combination of real-world transportation experience and cybersecurity expertise makes him a unique voice in the industry.Learn more about Ben Wilkens and NMFTA:Website: https://www.nmfta.org/Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...