Dawn Salvucci-Favier, CEO of Greenscreens.ai, shares her transformative adventure from an administrative assistant to leading a pioneer predictive pricing platform in the truckload spot freight industry (soon to be beyond spot). Her narrative is a riveting tale of seizing opportunities, the impact of mentorship, and the evolution of logistics from a world of manual route planning to the cutting-edge technological advancements that are reshaping how we think about transportation and supply chain management today.
Tune in to uncover the behind-the-scenes of the logistics software industry and what it takes to build a successful startup in this competitive space. Dawn's candid recount of her transition from retail giants like TJX Companies and Staples to the startup world paints a vivid picture of the flexibility, talent acquisition, and sheer determination required to not only survive but thrive. Trace the steps Dawn took in helping to build 3GTMS and learn how she navigated her career through emotional and practical challenges, ultimately finding her resilience and support network instrumental in joining Greenscreens.ai.
This episode isn't just a career chronicle; it's an education in the power of data, strategic partnerships, and the foresight to stay neutral for future growth. Delve into the intricacies of ecosystem collaboration in TMS, the strategic significance of neutrality for start-ups, and how Greenscreens.ai's platform uses big data and machine learning for real-time pricing predictions. Whether you're in the logistics field, fascinated by startup cultures, or looking for inspiration to pivot in your career, Dawn's journey offers a wealth of insight into the continuous innovation driving the freight industry forward.
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*** This episode is brought to you by Rapido Solutions Group. I had the pleasure of working with Danny Frisco and Roberto Icaza at Coyote, as well as being a client of theirs more recently at MoLo. Their team does a great job supplying nearshore talent to brokers, carriers, and technology providers to handle any role necessary, be it customer or carrier support, back office, or tech services. Visit gorapido.com to learn more.
A special thanks to our additional sponsors:
- Cargado – Cargado is the first platform that connects logistics companies and trucking companies that move freight into and out of Mexico. Visit cargado.com to learn more.
- Greenscreens.ai – Greenscreens.ai is the AI-powered pricing and market intelligence tool transforming how freight brokers price freight. Visit greenscreens.ai/freightpod today!
- Metafora – Metafora is a technology consulting firm that has delivered value for over a decade to brokers, shippers, carriers, private equity firms, and freight tech companies. Check them out at metafora.net. ***