Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Oakley update and driver profile segment (1:37)
- Introduction to Shannon and her background (5:37)
- Shannon transitioned from studying accounting to being with the Arkansas Trucking Association for the past 18 years (7:42)
- Introducing commercial truck driving into schools (11:06)
- Dealing with a shortage of drivers (14:38)
- Trends in carrier consolidation and contraction (18:53)
- Not having a spot for 18-21-year-old drivers because of interstate restrictions (21:12)
- I-40 Bridge re-opening (25:17)
- Sharing some good news (31:09)
- Truck driving championship and final thoughts (36:07)
Thank you Shannon for coming on the show to provide your perspective on important topics in the industry today.
Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com
