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5 Lessons From Military Logistics with Kenneth Carter III

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Kenneth Carter III and Joe Lynch discuss 5 lessons from military logistics. Kenneth is the CEO of Ameriton Freight, a logistics company specializing in the food and beverage space.

Summary: 5 Lessons From Military Logistics

In this podcast, Kenneth Carter III shares his remarkable journey from drug addiction and incarceration to becoming the CEO and founder of Ameriton Freight and Logistics. Drawing from his military experience, Carter discusses five key lessons that can be applied to improve business operations and leadership, including the importance of flexibility, adaptability, scenario planning, strong leadership culture, effective processes, and training. He also emphasizes the significance of understanding food safety requirements and maintaining proper temperature control during transportation. Additionally, the podcast highlights the work of Truckers Against Trafficking, a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about human trafficking and trains professionals in the transportation industry to identify and report potential trafficking situations.

#MilitaryLogisticsLessons

#ResilienceThroughScenarioPlanning

#LeadershipInLogistics

About Kenneth Carter III

Kenneth Carter, a driver turned logistics leader, is the CEO of Ameriton Freight. Founded in 2020 after 19 years in the industry, Ameriton combines his passions: supply chain consulting and personal development. Kenneth, following his mother's military footsteps, entered the U.S. Army as a motor transport operator after high school. He brings empathy, honesty, and professionalism to every interaction, drawing from his experience as a driver, manager, and leader of a Fortune 500 team. Kenneth's purpose? To empower communities and instill optimism, helping them navigate challenges and defy limitations.

About Ameriton Freight

Ameriton Freight, a Central Florida-based consultancy, is revolutionizing logistics with a heart. Fueled by innovation, courage, and leadership, they build global partnerships that spark joy. Their expertise lies in streamlining food and beverage transportation, alongside nationwide freight auditing, supply chain mastery, and transportation management services. Ameriton empowers businesses with a smile, fostering a community that thrives on tackling challenges as opportunities. Their vision? To become a logistics powerhouse, with ocean vessels carrying their spirit and fresh produce across the globe. Combining youthful energy with methodical expertise, Ameriton redefines the industry, inspiring others to conquer every horizon.

Key Takeaways: 5 Lessons From Military Logistics
  • Valuable insights from military logistics experience applied to business operations and leadership.
  • Importance of understanding food safety requirements and maintaining proper temperature control during transportation.
  • Kenneth Carter III's personal journey from drug addiction and incarceration to a successful career in logistics.
  • Starting a company while in prison to overcome employment challenges as a former inmate.
  • Five key learnings from military logistics that are applicable to the private sector.
  • The importance of flexibility and adaptability in military logistics when faced with VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity).
  • Scenario planning and collaboration among teams to build resilience and navigate uncertainties in logistics and supply chains.
Timestamps

(00:00:01) Applying Military Logistics Lessons to Business

(00:00:23) Ensuring Food Safety in Transportation

(00:03:05) From Addiction to Redemption

(00:07:17) From Prison to Entrepreneurship

(00:09:02) Lessons from Military Logistics

(00:10:04) Navigating VUCA in Military Logistics

(00:11:20) Building Resilience Through Scenario Planning

(00:14:15) Navigating Ambiguity in War Zone Logistics

(00:15:04) Overcoming VUCA with Scenario Planning

(00:15:44) Leadership Lessons from the Military

(00:20:11) Developing Habit-Forming Processes and Training

(00:23:20) Building Discipline and Forming Habits

(00:26:05) Intelligence, Data, and Strategic Decisions

(00:28:05) Five Lessons from Military Logistics

(00:30:13) Truckers Against Trafficking: Combating Human Trafficking

Learn More About 5 Lessons From Military Logistics

Kenneth Carter | Linkedin

Ameriton Freight | Linkedin

Ameriton Freight | Instagram

Ameriton Freight

Ameriton Freight | YouTube Channel

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Kenneth Carter III and Joe Lynch discuss 5 lessons from military logistics. Kenneth is the CEO of Ameriton Freight, a logistics company specializing in the food and beverage space.

Summary: 5 Lessons From Military Logistics

In this podcast, Kenneth Carter III shares his remarkable journey from drug addiction and incarceration to becoming the CEO and founder of Ameriton Freight and Logistics. Drawing from his military experience, Carter discusses five key lessons that can be applied to improve business operations and leadership, including the importance of flexibility, adaptability, scenario planning, strong leadership culture, effective processes, and training. He also emphasizes the significance of understanding food safety requirements and maintaining proper temperature control during transportation. Additionally, the podcast highlights the work of Truckers Against Trafficking, a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about human trafficking and trains professionals in the transportation industry to identify and report potential trafficking situations.

#MilitaryLogisticsLessons

#ResilienceThroughScenarioPlanning

#LeadershipInLogistics

About Kenneth Carter III

Kenneth Carter, a driver turned logistics leader, is the CEO of Ameriton Freight. Founded in 2020 after 19 years in the industry, Ameriton combines his passions: supply chain consulting and personal development. Kenneth, following his mother's military footsteps, entered the U.S. Army as a motor transport operator after high school. He brings empathy, honesty, and professionalism to every interaction, drawing from his experience as a driver, manager, and leader of a Fortune 500 team. Kenneth's purpose? To empower communities and instill optimism, helping them navigate challenges and defy limitations.

About Ameriton Freight

Ameriton Freight, a Central Florida-based consultancy, is revolutionizing logistics with a heart. Fueled by innovation, courage, and leadership, they build global partnerships that spark joy. Their expertise lies in streamlining food and beverage transportation, alongside nationwide freight auditing, supply chain mastery, and transportation management services. Ameriton empowers businesses with a smile, fostering a community that thrives on tackling challenges as opportunities. Their vision? To become a logistics powerhouse, with ocean vessels carrying their spirit and fresh produce across the globe. Combining youthful energy with methodical expertise, Ameriton redefines the industry, inspiring others to conquer every horizon.

Key Takeaways: 5 Lessons From Military Logistics
  • Valuable insights from military logistics experience applied to business operations and leadership.
  • Importance of understanding food safety requirements and maintaining proper temperature control during transportation.
  • Kenneth Carter III's personal journey from drug addiction and incarceration to a successful career in logistics.
  • Starting a company while in prison to overcome employment challenges as a former inmate.
  • Five key learnings from military logistics that are applicable to the private sector.
  • The importance of flexibility and adaptability in military logistics when faced with VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity).
  • Scenario planning and collaboration among teams to build resilience and navigate uncertainties in logistics and supply chains.
Timestamps

(00:00:01) Applying Military Logistics Lessons to Business

(00:00:23) Ensuring Food Safety in Transportation

(00:03:05) From Addiction to Redemption

(00:07:17) From Prison to Entrepreneurship

(00:09:02) Lessons from Military Logistics

(00:10:04) Navigating VUCA in Military Logistics

(00:11:20) Building Resilience Through Scenario Planning

(00:14:15) Navigating Ambiguity in War Zone Logistics

(00:15:04) Overcoming VUCA with Scenario Planning

(00:15:44) Leadership Lessons from the Military

(00:20:11) Developing Habit-Forming Processes and Training

(00:23:20) Building Discipline and Forming Habits

(00:26:05) Intelligence, Data, and Strategic Decisions

(00:28:05) Five Lessons from Military Logistics

(00:30:13) Truckers Against Trafficking: Combating Human Trafficking

Learn More About 5 Lessons From Military Logistics

Kenneth Carter | Linkedin

Ameriton Freight | Linkedin

Ameriton Freight | Instagram

Ameriton Freight

Ameriton Freight | YouTube Channel

TAT Certification Program | Complete the course, print your certificate, and become a TAT-Trained driver today!

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
  continue reading

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