She Runs It Old School – Episode 03

Join host Ali on this episode of “The Truck Stop Show” as he sits down with Kim, a veteran dispatcher with over 25 years in the trucking industry. Coming from a multi-generational trucking family, Kim has seen every side of the road. In this episode, Kim opens up about the stigma truckers face, the misunderstandings between drivers and dispatchers, and what it takes to keep a small, family-run operation moving in today’s industry. Interestingly, Kim’s family-run company has become a rare example of gender diversity in trucking. What started naturally through word of mouth and trust evolved into a workplace where women hold nearly every role, from dispatch to logistics coordination. In this episode, Kim reflects on the evolution of freight logistics, how technology has changed dispatching, and why respect and communication are more important than ever between the office and the open road. Whether you’re a driver, a dispatcher, or just curious about the business behind the wheel, this episode sheds light on the unsung work that keeps the trucking world running.