Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
America depends on veterans—and trucking can't afford to lose them.
In this episode of Sense Per Mile, Kevin Hall, Karen Smerchek, and Thom Albrecht are joined by Brad Bentley, President of FASTPORT, for an important conversation about why the trucking industry is falling behind in the competition for military talent and what carriers must do to become truly Veteran Ready.
The panel explores the unique strengths veterans bring to the transportation industry, the challenges service members face when transitioning into civilian careers, and why simply saying "we support veterans" isn't enough. Brad explains what separates veteran-friendly employers from organizations that have built real systems to recruit, onboard, develop, and retain military talent. The discussion also highlights the Veterans in Trucking program, the Vet Ready Summit, and practical ways carriers can build stronger pathways for veterans entering trucking careers.
America depends on veterans—and trucking can't afford to lose them.
In this episode of Sense Per Mile, Kevin Hall, Karen Smerchek, and Thom Albrecht are joined by Brad Bentley, President of FASTPORT, for an important conversation about why the trucking industry is falling behind in the competition for military talent and what carriers must do to become truly Veteran Ready.
The panel explores the unique strengths veterans bring to the transportation industry, the challenges service members face when transitioning into civilian careers, and why simply saying "we support veterans" isn't enough. Brad explains what separates veteran-friendly employers from organizations that have built real systems to recruit, onboard, develop, and retain military talent. The discussion also highlights the Veterans in Trucking program, the Vet Ready Summit, and practical ways carriers can build stronger pathways for veterans entering trucking careers.
