The transportation industry came together in Burlington, Ontario for the 2026 TransRep Recruiting & Retention Symposium, and we’re recapping the biggest moments! From leadership speakers and recruiting strategies to retention insights and the Recruiter of the Year Awards, this episode highlights the people and ideas shaping the future of trucking.
One of the most powerful moments from NRRS 2026 was the fireside chat featuring Matt Richardson of KRTS and Scott Thomas, a parent affected by the Humboldt tragedy.
This important conversation focused on safety, professionalism, accountability, and why the trucking industry must continue pushing for meaningful change through education and leadership. It’s a discussion every transportation professional should hear.
The future of trucking is being shaped by the next generation of transportation professionals.
In this episode from NRRS 2026, members of the PMTC Young Leaders Group share why they’re entering the trucking industry.
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The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.
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The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com
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