Choppin' It Up

Chadd Olesen, The Power of Automation: AVRL’s Impact on Logistics

Episode Summary

In this episode of Choppin' It Up, Will Jenkins interviews Chadd Olesen, CEO of AVRL, discussing his journey from a small-town upbringing to launching a successful voice technology company. Chadd shares insights on work ethic, the evolution of AVRL, and the importance of customer relationships and implementation in the tech industry. He emphasizes the need for innovation and collaboration in transportation technology, highlighting the challenges and successes faced along the way.

Episode Notes

SUMMARY:

TAKEAWAYS:

Chadd has traveled to 72 countries, showcasing his adventurous spirit.
His upbringing on a family farm instilled a strong work ethic.
Education was not a primary focus for Chadd until later in life.
AVRL was launched in January 2017 after years of development.
The first customer for AVRL was BMW, marking a significant milestone.
AVRL automates around 25 million transactions a month for 3PLs.
Customer implementation is crucial for technology adoption and success.
Chadd believes in building trust within the transportation industry.
The future of AVRL includes becoming a market intelligence company.
Chadd values the friendships formed with customers through collaboration.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction to Chadd Olesen and AVRL
02:47 Chadd's Early Life and Work Ethic
06:03 Education and Early Career
08:53 The Birth of AVRL
12:04 Initial Success and Pivoting Strategies
15:14 Expanding into Transportation
18:02 Building Trust in the Industry
20:51 Innovating for Customer Success
23:50 Navigating Challenges and Growth
27:09 The Importance of Customer Implementation
29:48 Future of AVRL and Industry Insights
33:02 Personal Reflections and Closing Thoughts