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Building Better Drivers: Apprenticeship Programs in Trucking with Dave Harrison from Fastport
In this episode, Lindsey talks with Dave Harrison, the Executive Director of Fastport.
Dave shares his diverse background—from military service to teaching and trucking—before detailing how he helped develop a military engagement program at JB Hunt Transport that incorporates apprenticeships. He outlines the advantages of these programs as effective tools for recruiting and retaining employees, emphasizing their benefits for employers such as liability protection, enhanced training standards, and access to resources without incurring costs. The conversation highlights the importance of…
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