--- title: On the Record Interviews --- [![TranzAct-Logo_200px.png](https://www.tranzact.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Redesign_images/TranzAct-Logo_200px.png?width=200&height=60&name=TranzAct-Logo_200px.png "TranzAct-Logo_200px.png")](https://www.tranzact.com/) # On the Record Interviews ### [![peter tirschwell 200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/peter%20tirschwell%20200x200.png) Impact of the Lockdown in Shanghai on Ocean Freight Hear from Peter Tirschwell, VP of Maritime & Trade, IHS Markit View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-peter-tirschwell-0422) ### [![Matthew-moroun-200x200-3](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/Matthew-moroun-200x200-3.png) An Inside Look at Ambassador Bridge Learn about the significance of this structure to the supply chain. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-matthew-moroun-02-22) ### [![mike-regan](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/on-the-record/mike-regan.png) TranzAct’s Regan Addresses Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Challenges Mike Regan provided LM’s Berman with an overview of various industry topics. View Now](https://www.logisticsmgmt.com/podcast/tranzacts_regan_addresses_logistics_and_supply_chain_trends_and_challenges) ### [![gary-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/gary-200x200.png) What's going on with the economy in 2022? In this interview Gary Shilling shares in-depth insights on the economy. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-gary-shilling-0122) ### [![paul-page](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/paul-page.png) A Deeper Look into Supply Chain Disruptions Insights from Paul Page, Editor of the Logistics Report for the Wall Street Journal. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-paul-page-1021) ### [![hempstead-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/hempstead-200x200.png) Parcel Pricing Obstacles Hear how to approach the challenges of pricing parcel shipments from Jerry Hempstead. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-jerry-hempstead-921) ### [![David Ross 200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/David%20Ross%20200x200.png) LTL Industry Updates & Advice Find out what's happening in the LTL industry from David Ross, EVP at Roadrunner Freight. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-david-ross) ### [![peter tirschwell 200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/peter%20tirschwell%20200x200.png) Why Ocean Market Mayhem Continues In this interview Peter covers the different events and changes impacting the ocean market. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-peter-tirschwell-ocean-market-mayhem) ### [![brent-hutto-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/brent-hutto-200x200.png) Spot Market Updates and Context Learn about what's happening in the spot market and how it compares to historical trends from Brent Hutto, Chief Relationship Officer at Truckstop. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-brent-hutto) ### [![peter tirschwell 200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/peter%20tirschwell%20200x200.png) Ocean Market Updates in the Wake of the Ever Given Hear insights about what's happening in the ocean market from Peter Tirschwell, Vice President for Maritime & Trade at IHS Markit. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-peter-tirschwell-ocean-market) ### [![Chris-Caplice-OTR-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/Chris-Caplice-OTR-200x200.png) Alternative Approaches to Truckload Sourcing Truckload souring is a challenging feat for everyone involved, especially since the pandemic. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-chris-caplice) ### [![hempstead-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/hempstead-200x200.png) Parcel Dynamics Shippers Need to Know Since shippers are wondering what to expect ahead and what alternatives are out there, we reached out to parcel expert Jerry Hempstead to get his perspective. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-parcel-expert-jerry-hempstead-sept-2020) ### [![hawkins-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/hawkins-200x200.png) YRC Worldwide & LTL Market Updates Learn about what the company is seeing in the market, how they uniquely serve the industry, and their plans for the future. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-darren-hawkins-yrcw) ### [![janson](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/janson.png) Ocean Market Updates & Advice Hear about what John Janson, Director of Global Supply Chain at SanMar, is seeing in the ocean market and how they're making the best of it all. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-john-janson-ocean-market-advice) ### [![David-Simchi-Levi-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/David-Simchi-Levi-200x200.jpg) Priorities for the Post-Crisis Supply Chain The pandemic has exposed some weaknesses in the supply chain. Learn what can companies do now and in the future to build strength. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/en/otr-david-simchi-levi) ### [![harry-moser-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/harry-moser-200x200.png) Why Reshoring Might Be Right for Your Company When a crisis like the coronavirus comes up, it calls into question whether it's worth reshoring. There are many factors to consider and questions to ask. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-harry-moser) ### [![gary-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/gary-200x200.png) Economic Impact of the Coronavirus The coronavirus has impacted the economy more that any event in decades. Gary Shilling sheds light on what this means in the days, month and years ahead. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-gary-shilling-march-2020) ### [![dave-yeager-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/dave-yeager-200x200.png) Logistics Market Conditions in the Time of COVID-19 Learn about what the second largest intermodal provider is seeing in the market because of the conditions created by COVID-19. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/en/en/otr-dave-yeager) ### [![rob-estes-200x200-1](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/rob-estes-200x200-1.png) How to Work with Carriers During the COVID-19 Crisis Carriers were facing a challenging environment before the coronavirus hit. The new environment has created new opportunities, along with a lot of uncertainty. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/en/otr-rob-estes) ### [![hawkins-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/hawkins-200x200.png) Coronavirus Concerns for Carriers Hear how one major carrier is dealing with the challenges posed by the coronavirus, and their advice for working with carriers. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/en/otr-darren-hawkins-march-2020) ### [![janson](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/janson.png) Impact of the Coronavirus on Shippers and Advice for Scenario Planning Shippers around the country are figuring out how to manage the coronovirus crisis. Hear how one shipper is managing this and his insights for scenario planning. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-john-janson) ### [![derek-leathers](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/on-the-record/derek-leathers.png) Trends to Watch in the Freight Marketplace While rates have rebounded somewhat, carrier closings are still common, leaving many wondering where this market is headed. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-derek-leathers-february-2020) ### [![dan-lipinski](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/on-the-record/dan-lipinski.png) What’s Happening with U.S. Infrastructure? In this interview, Congressman Dan Lipinski provides an update about the state of our nation’s infrastructure, what’s needed for the future, and the challenges at hand. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-dan-lipinski-2020) ### [![hempstead-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/hempstead-200x200.png) Strategies for Negotiating Better Parcel Rates The parcel industry presents a lot of challenges, such as sharply escalating rates and a maze of surcharges. Hear what's ahead and how to improve negotiations. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-parcel-expert-jerry-hempstead) ### [![gary-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/gary-200x200.png) How to Navigate the Current Economic Uncertainty In this interview, Gary Shilling provides an update on what to expect from the economy in order to guide your business and personal planning. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/gary-shilling-how-to-navigate-economic-uncertainty) ### [![bryan-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/bryan-200x200.png) Lessons from a Career in Logistics Management at Walmart After 21 years of working in various logistics and supply chain management roles at Walmart, Bryan Boudreaux has lots of valuable advice to share. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/an-interview-with-bryan-boudreaux) ### [![gleason-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/gleason-200x200.png) The Impact of Section 232 and 301 Tariffs Get insights on tariffs from Carolyn Gleason, the Head of the Global Regulatory Practice and International Trade Practice at McDermott Will and Emery. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-carolyn-gleason) ### [![rob-estes-200x200-1](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/rob-estes-200x200-1.png) LTL Shipping Trends & How to Optimize Your LTL Carrier Relationships To shed light on the LTL sector, listen to this interview with the CEO of Estes Express, one of the largest and longest standing LTL freight carriers in the United States. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/ltl-shipping-trends-and-how-to-optimize-your-ltl-relationships) ### [![rosser-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/rosser-200x200.png) How Walmart Manages their Supply Chain and On-Time In-Full Program to their Advantage Hear insights about how Walmart is gaining value from their OTIF program from a former SVP of Transportation and Supply Chain. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-tracy-rosser) ### [![rob-darren-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/rob-darren-200x200.png) How to Optimize Your Relationships with LTL Carriers When it comes time to negotiate your contracts with LTL carriers, it helps to have a good relationship in place. Learn how to build these. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-two-ltl-carriers-darren-hawkins-and-rob-estes) ### [![blasgen-rick](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/blasgen-rick.png) CSCMP Annual State of Logistics Report with Rick Blasgen Rick Blasgen, the CEO of CSCMP, shares what the latest CSCMP Annual State of Logistics report covers and what we should expect ahead in the transportation industry. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-rick-blasgen) ### [![yossi-jarrod-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/yossi-jarrod-200x200.png) Two MIT Professors on Hurricane Impact and Disaster Planning Yossi Sheffi and Jarrod Goentzel discuss the impact of hurricanes Irma and Harvey, plus how to prepare your supply chain for natural disasters. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-yossi-sheffi) ### [![dave-venberg-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/dave-venberg-200x200.png) How Ardent Mills Became a Shipper of Choice How can you improve carrier relations and your ability to get trucks at a reasonable price? Learn how Ardent Mills was able to accomplish this feat. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otr-interview-with-ardent-mills) ### [![ken-spicer-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/ken-spicer-200x200.png) Carriers are Already Exiting the Market Due to ELD's Ken Spicer, Director of Transportation Carrier Operations at Univar, explains why ELDs are causing carriers to leave the market. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-ken-spicer-univar) ### [![TRACY-DON-200X200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/TRACY-DON-200X200.png) Insights on Managing Your Supply Chain Well in 2019 Hear tips from two leaders in the supply chain industry about how you can manage your operations well and improve relations with carriers. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-tracy-rosser-don-daseke) ### [![dan-lipinski](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/on-the-record/dan-lipinski.png) Dan Lipinski on Legislation Impacting Logistics Dan Lipinski, former Illinois Congressman and member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, shares insights on legislation impacting logistics. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-dan-lipinski) ### [![john-larkin](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/on-the-record/john-larkin.png) John Larkin on Technology in the Logistics Marketplace John Larkin, Managing Director of Stifel's Transportation and Logistics Research Group, shares about how technology could impact the marketplace. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-john-larkin-03-2017) ### [![RandyMullettOTR](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/RandyMullettOTR.png) Randy Mullett on Governmental Changes Hear about the implications of the Trump Administration on transportation policies from Washington-based expert Randy Mullet. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/interview-with-randy-mullett) ### [![View Now](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/bryan-tracy-200x200.png) Walmart's OTIF Window:What They're Doing and Why Get an in-depth explanation of why the OTIF program is so important to Walmart from two of their former transportation SVPs. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/otif-insights-from-tracy-rosser-and-bryan-boudreaux) ### [![brad-jacobs-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/brad-jacobs-200x200.png) Brad Jacobs on the Future of the Industry Hear about the future of the logistics industry with Brad Jacobs, CEO of XPO Logistics, plus how they achieved rapid growth. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/the-future-of-xpo-logistics-and-the-industry) ### [![derek-leathers](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/on-the-record/derek-leathers.png) An Inside View from a Carrier In this interview, Derek Leathers helps us understand the transportation industry from a carrier's perspective. VIEW NOW](https://info.tranzact.com/on-the-record-with-derek-leathers) ### [![jon-slangerup-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/jon-slangerup-200x200.png) Issues at the Ports of Long Beach and LA Jon Slangerup, the CEO of the Port of Long Beach, talks about what's happening at the ports and why. VIEW NOW](https://info.tranzact.com/on-the-record-with-jon-slangerup) ### [![duke-200x200](https://www.tranzact.com/hubfs/duke-200x200.png) Michael Duke on Walmart's Success Factors In this interview, Michael Duke reflects on what has contributed to the growth of his career and the success of Walmart. View Now](https://info.tranzact.com/on-the-record-with-michael-duke) ### About Us TranzAct helps shippers like you reduce their transportation spend while providing the tools necessary to make better business decisions on an ongoing basis. 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