TSCI Chair Michelle Livingstone, former Vice President of Transportation at The Home Depot, puts on a reporter’s hat. Join us as we dig into the ideas, innovations, and challenges shaping today’s transportation, supply chain, and logistics landscape.
Featuring next-level insights from guests across every corner of the industry, Transportation Talks delivers candid conversations you won’t want to miss.
Top talks
Daniel Walsh on keeping your ego in check
Take the Job Seriously, Not Yourself
In a world that never stops moving, Daniel Walsh knows that staying grounded and approachable is key. He sees the best leaders as curious, open to learning, and ready to take lessons from unexpected places. Watch this talk to see why keeping ego in check is essential for guiding teams through challenges both big and small—and hear his candid perspective on why the investment horizon feels more uncertain than ever.
About Daniel Walsh Daniel Walsh is President and CEO of TRAC Intermodal, North America's leading marine chassis pool manager and equipment provider. He has held executive roles at XPO Logistics and Brambles Limited, and earned an MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management as well as a Master’s in Political Science from the Australian National University.
Phil Yeager on leading through disruption
What does it really take to lead in uncertain times? We’re all feeling the sting of uncertainty, but what does it take to lead when solid footing is hard to find? In this episode of Transportation Talks, Phil Yeager, CEO of Hub Group, shares how clarity, resilience, and strategic thinking can steady teams and fuel performance—even in the most unpredictable environments.
About Phil Yeager A veteran of transformative growth at Hub Group, Phil Yeager wears a trio of hats as President, CEO, and Vice Chairman of the Board. He’s led bold expansion across services and technology, always with an eye for elevating the customer experience. Previously, he served as President & COO—and before that, as Chief Commercial Officer, overseeing the company’s go-to-market strategy and core operations in intermodal and brokerage.
Ryan Houfek on anticipating needs before trouble hits
What does it take to lead when the pressure’s on—and the supply chain can’t wait? In this episode of Transportation Talks, Ryan Houfek, Chief Commercial Officer at Direct ChassisLink Inc. (DCLI), breaks down what makes a great CCO and how he brings past experience into a future-facing role. From collaborative forecasting to staying agile in moments of disruption, Houfek shares how DCLI works to pre-position chassis before a crisis—and how sharp communication and cross-functional thinking can make all the difference when speed and strategy matter most.
About Ryan Houfek As Chief Commercial Officer for DCLI, Ryan Houfek leads the charge on go-to-market strategy, customer engagement, and long-range planning. With a background that spans logistics, sales, and supply chain innovation, he brings a deep understanding of how commercial teams can bridge the gap between operations and customer needs.
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