Ground Transportation Podcast
Take your transportation business to the next level.
Kenneth Lucci of Driving Transactions and James Blain of PAX Training share the secrets of growing a successful and profitable ground transportation company. On this podcast, you’ll hear interviews with owners, operators, investors, and other key players in the industry. You’ll also hear plenty of banter between Ken and James.
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Episodes
113 episodes
Proactive Operators Win: Safety, Business Development & Financial Planning
In this episode, James and Ken break down one of the most critical—and most overlooked—skills in the ground transportation industry: proactivity. Drawing from real operator examples and industry data, they explore how being proactive transforms...
Unbreakable Path: A Story of Loss, Resilience, and the Pursuit of Greatness, with Charlie Horky
Order the book today: https://www.amazon.com/Unbreakable-Path-Resilience-Pursuit-Greatness/dp/1967424373/Industry legend Charlie Horky returns to the podcast to celebrate the release of his new book, Unbreakable Path — a raw, fast-movin...
The Kayak of Rideshare: Exploring Obi's Price Aggregation with CEO Ashwini Anburajan
What if booking a ride could be as simple—and transparent—as booking a flight?That question inspired Obi, the world’s first true rideshare aggregator, and the focus of this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast. Host Ken Lucci si...
2025 Industry Events Recap: Insights, Trends and Takeaways From the Road
After a whirlwind season of industry events — from the Chauffeur Driven/NLA Show in Dallas, GBTA, IATR, CBA and more...Ken Lucci and James Blain circle the wagons and unpack the biggest trends shaping 2025 and beyond.In this Ground Tran...
Why Your Insurance Costs Keep Rising (And What You Can Actually Do About It)
For 14 straight years, commercial auto insurance has been unprofitable — and for operators, premiums keep climbing with no end in sight. In this hard-hitting episode, James Blain and Ken Lucci sit down with Tim Delaney, President of the Commerc...
Watch Your Six! How To Handle Chaos On The Road
React to the videos along with us on our YouTube pageJoin James and Ken as they explore the chaos of unpredictable driving scenarios in this lively episode. With a guest appearance from John Tyr...
There’s No 'I' In Team: How To Work On (Not In) Your Business, With Steve Firestone
Are you leading with a vision and strategy?In this episode, Ken Lucci sits down with Steve Firestone, founder of Firestone Strategies Group. They discuss essential strategies for small transportation businesses, focusing on financial ac...
None Of Us Are Smarter Than All Of Us: Building a Collaborative Culture, With Dr. Umut Aslan
In this episode of the Ground Transformation Podcast, James Blain sits down with Dr. Umut Aslan from the Growth and Success Institute. They discuss Dr. Aslan's journey from working in a small family business to managing a successful transportat...
A Thorn Between Two Roses: Recapping a Legacy of Growth and Expansion, With Mike & Tim Rose
Who says you shouldn't mix family and business?In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci sits down with industry veterans Mike Rose from My Limo and Tim Rose from
Safety First: The Alligator Closest to the Boat, With Matt Maglio
Which alligator do you need to worry about? The one closest to the boat.In this episode, James sits down with Matt Maglio, Regional Vice President at Greyhound. Matt shares his journey from bus driver to executive, emphasizing the impor...
Networking, Mentorship, and a Preview of CD/NLA Dallas 2025, with Chris Weiss
Chris Weiss, President & Publisher of Chauffeur Driven Magazine, returns for another episode!In this episode, James, Ken, and Chris discuss the upcoming Dallas Fall Show at the Gaylord Texan October 25-28, 2025, highlighting its rob...
Retire Rich: Long-Term Business Success Starts With a Financial Roadmap, with Phil Shetsen
Plan for your exit the right way.In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci sits down with Phil Shetsen, President of Bona Vita Benefits, who shares some common financial planning mistakes made by transportation...
Tech on Wheels: Elevating the Service Experience with Technology, with Dr. Vojkan Tasic
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast. Host James Blain discusses the future of the global chauffeur industry with Dr. Vojkan Tasic, founder and CEO of Limos4. Vojkan shares his journey from an engineering bac...
Life After Limo: From Operator to EOS Implementer, with Mike Zappone
Get a grip on your transportation business with EOS.In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci introduces EOS professional implementer Mike Zappone, who shares his journey from limo operator to a professional implem...
The Real Cost of DIY: Don't Strangle Your Growth Potential
Do you find yourself working *in* the business, and not *on* the business?Ever feel like you're wearing too many hats?You may be suffering from DIY addiction...On this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken and Ja...
Appetite for Disruption: A Deep-Dive into AV Market Trends with Ken Lucci
Who are the biggest players in the autonomous vehicle (AV) market? Let's find out.In this exciting episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci, Chief Business Analyst of Driving Transactions, shares research he has surfaced ...
The Last Butlers: Redefining Executive Car Services with Paul Walsh
In this episode of the Ground Transformation Podcast, James hosts Paul from Superior Executive Transportation, based in Virginia Beach, to discuss the intricacies of providing high-end luxury car service. Paul shares his journey from the fine d...
Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Trends: Are Chauffeurs DOOMED?
Robo-taxis going mainstream may happen sooner than you think...In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken and James discuss a groundbreaking announcement regarding the latest advancements in AV (Autonomous Vehicle) techno...
Driving the Future: Embracing Automation and AI with Magiis CEO Leonardo Gannio
On this exciting edition of the Ground Transportation Podcast host, Ken Lucci, digs into the future of the chauffeur transportation industry with special guest Leonardo from Magis. They discuss the transformative power of AI and autonomous vehi...
Building Excellence: How Successful Transportation Leaders Shape Culture and Brand
In this special episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, we take a journey through some moments from past episodes about the impact of proper driver training. Host James Blain from PAX Training reflects on key elements that have shaped the...
The Uber Dream: What You Make Isn't What You Keep
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the hosts, and are based on publicly available information and personal experiences. This content is intended for informational and commentary purposes only. Uber Technol...
Selling Value: Understanding Client Needs and Commanding Premium Prices, with Julie Thomas
In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, host Ken Lucci from Driving Transactions sits down with sales industry icon Julie Thomas, author of 'The Power of Value Selling: The Gold Standard for Driving Revenue and Creating Customers ...
Mastering Airport Transfers: How to Unlock Revenue by Cultivating Airline Client Loyalty
In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, James Blain and Ken Lucci discuss the crucial role airport transfers play in the chauffeured transportation industry. They emphasize the importance of retaining airport transfer services to ...
Beyond the Bus: Phelps Hope on Leading Through People-Centric Innovation at IMG
In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, James Blain talks with Phelps Hopes, the President of the International Motor Coach Group (IMG). They discuss everything from Phelps’ fascinating background and journey to becoming the presi...
Diversifying and Thriving in Motorcoach: Joey Mills on Transforming Olympus Car & Coach
In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Joey Mills, CEO of Olympus Car & Coach join James and Ken to share his journey from the corporate world to acquiring and growing Olympus Car and Coa...