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Miles of Opportunity: Chris Jones on Training the Next Generation of Drivers at Gateway Technical College
In this inspiring episode of Next Gen Talks, Lindsey Trent interviews Chris Jones, a commercial driving instructor at Gateway Technical College. Chris shares his powerful journey from facing homelessness to building a successful trucking business and now training the next generation of drivers. He discusses Gateway’s nine-week CDL program, the importance of patience and empathy in teaching, and why reaching young people—especially high schoolers—is vital to the industry's future. With over a million miles on the road and experience across all 48 states, Chris brings practical wisdom, deep…
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