Acquired Convoy (with CEO Dan Lewis)
Dec 19, 2019
Dan Lewis, CEO and co-founder of Convoy, shares his journey in revolutionizing the trucking industry through technology. He discusses the challenges of empty trucks on the road and how Convoy's innovative digital freight network addresses these inefficiencies. The conversation touches on the transformative impact of AI tools like Claude, Convoy's rapid growth, and the crucial balance between scaling operations and maintaining service quality. Listeners gain insight into the vital role of strategic thinking and networking in building a successful logistics startup.
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Dan's Consulting Background
- Dan Lewis, Convoy's CEO, was a consultant at Oliver Wyman.
- He worked on diverse projects, including the Panama Canal and Boeing, before entering tech.
Joining Skydeck
- Dan Lewis returned to Seattle in 2007 and joined Skydeck, a startup.
- He networked extensively, showcasing his ability to quickly grasp new industries.
Microsoft and the 2008 Crisis
- After Skydeck, Lewis joined Microsoft during the 2008 financial crisis.
- This experience taught him resilience and to value opportunities.