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Leading a $100M Logistics Empire with Kristy Knichel, President and CEO of Knichel Logistics

In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, Brent Hutto is joined by Kristy Knichel, President and CEO of Knichel Logistics. Join them as they explore: – Kristy’s early days running pizza shops and her first steps into logistics. – How working with her father taught her invaluable lessons about business, leadership, and resilience. – The challenges of navigating family dynamics in a business setting and how Kristy overcame them to assume leadership. – The bold decisions Kristy made to secure the future of the company, including managing finances, ensuring sustainable growth, and maintaining team morale. – Kristy’s leadership philosophy, focusing on treating employees with respect and fostering a positive workplace culture. The remarkable transformation of Knichel Logistics, growing to 55 employees and nearly $100M in revenue under Kristy’s leadership. How Kristy’s independence, problem-solving mindset, and perseverance shaped her journey to becoming a respected industry leader. Kristy Knichel is the President and CEO of Knichel Logistics, a leading intermodal marketing company specializing in freight transportation solutions. A second-generation logistics professional, she co-founded the company in 2003 with her father and siblings. Since assuming leadership in 2007, she has grown the business from $2 million in revenue to nearly $100 million, establishing it as a top provider in the logistics industry. Known for her disciplined leadership and collaborative approach, Kristy fosters a positive workplace culture where employees are valued and empowered. She was the inaugural recipient of the Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award from the Women in Trucking Association, recognizing her impact on the industry and her role as a trailblazer in a male-dominated field. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:00 Humble Beginnings in Pizza Shops 16:00 Navigating Family Business Dynamics 22:00 Lessons from Early Career and Independence 29:00 Becoming CEO and Making Bold Decisions 40:00 Reflections on Leadership and Building a Legacy 47:00 Closing Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Leaders Resources Kristy's LinkedIn:   / kristyknichel   Knichel Logistics LinkedIn:   / knichel-logistics   Brent's LinkedIn:   / brent-hutto-b484038   Truckstop's website: https://truckstop.com #Truckstop #FreightNation