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.
Learn how you can grow revenue, train your team, drive higher profits, and boost owner income. Subscribe today!
Episodes
32 episodes
Pricing Strategy: Understanding Cost Structures and Value to Your Clients
Learn more about the Driving Financial Success Program:https://drivingtransactions.com/programs-courses/driving-financial-success/In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, James and Ken discuss the importance of understa...
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Episode 31
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50:25
Rock N’ Roll Pioneer: Charlie Horky’s Epic Journey in Ground Transportation
In this podcast episode, hosts Ken Lucci and James Blain interview Charlie Horky, the legendary founder of Slade Services, who shares...
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Episode 30
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1:14:00
Distracted Driving: The Impact on Passenger Safety, Insurance Costs, and Your Bottom Line
Learn more about proactive driver training programs today: https://paxtraining.com/In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci and James Blain discuss the importance of taking proactive measures to create a culture o...
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Episode 29
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1:03:51
Affiliate Relationships: Growing Networks and Building Trust in Luxury Transportation, with Paul Pasternak
In this episode of the Ground Transformation Podcast, James Blain and Ken Lucci interview Paul Pasternak, the Director of Affiliate Relationships for Legends Limousine. Paul shares his journey in the transportation industry, starting from his f...
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Episode 28
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1:11:28
Mergers and Acquisitions: How to Prepare Your Transportation Business for Sale
What does it take to sell (or buy) a passenger transportation business? In this episode, Ken and James explore why M&A activity is high in the passenger transportation industry. They break down how changes since the pandemic ha...
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Episode 27
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1:10:03
Day on the Hill in DC: Meet With Senators and Make Your Voice Heard, with Brett Barenholtz
Register for Day on the Hill in D.C. → https://www.limo.org/events/day-on-the-hillMake your voices heard in congress. This episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast dives straight into the heart of advocacy in the industry. Explore h...
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Episode 26
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1:05:06
Expanding Into Motor Coach: Safety, Compliance, Technology and More, with Tom Holden
Thinking about going into the Motor Coach space? Do your homework first...In this episode, Ken Lucci welcomes Tom Holden, a DOT and safety expert, to discuss the intricacies and challenges associated with expanding into the motor coach ...
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Episode 25
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49:09
Road Warriors Return: A Recap of CD/NLA in Vegas and UMA Motorcoach EXPO in OKC
What’s the latest buzz in the transportation industry?After weeks on the road attending industry conferences, James and Ken return to share stories from the road, a vibe check on the overall disposition of operators, and insights into in...
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Episode 24
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1:22:56
Proactive Driver Training: Why You Can't Scale Without Documentation and Systems
Is documentation the missing link in your ground transportation business's journey to scaling? In this episode, Ken and James explore the critical role that documentation, training, and systems play in not only growing your busines...
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Episode 23
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1:00:48
🚨 BONUS: Snap a Selfie in Vegas, Score a Podcast Plug!
🚨 Get Featured on The Ground Transportation Podcast! 🚨Want free exposure for your passenger transportation company on The Ground Transportation Podcast? Here’s your chance!📸 Snap a Selfie – Score a Podcast Plug! 🎙️If you'...
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Global Expansion and Quality Service: Commonwealth Worldwide's Road to Success
Unlock the secrets behind building a global ground transportation business with industry veterans Tami and Dawson Rutter from Commonwealth Worldwide. In this episode, Ken Lucci sits down with the Rutters to explore their journey from a single v...
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Episode 22
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1:01:16
Driving Sustainability: Tiffany Hinton's Influence on the Future of Ground Transportation
Can transportation companies become leaders in environmental sustainability?Motev is a prime example. In this episode, Ken and James sit down with Tiffany Hinton, Chief Operating Officer at Motev, to explore her transformative impact on...
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Episode 21
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1:04:36
The RAISE UP Mindset: Athena Grimm’s Blueprint for Business and Personal Growth
How can your transportation business raise up your community, your team, or even yourself? Hear the fascinating journey of Athena Grimm, who masterfully blends business acumen with personal growth. In this episode, James and Athena...
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Episode 20
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57:12
The 5 Pivots: How Maurice Brewster Built Mosaic Global Transportation from Scratch
Ever wondered what it takes to transform a single vehicle business into a multimillion-dollar transportation empire?In this episode, Ken, James, and special guest Maurice Brewster recount the fascinating journey of Mosaic Global Transpo...
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Episode 19
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1:07:28
Mastering Customer Service in Chauffeured Transportation: Insights from Tom Halsnik
In this episode, James Blain sits down for a candid one-on-one conversation with Tom Halsnik from Walsh Chauffeured Transportation. They explore strategies for creating value for clients, maintaining consistent service quality, and effectively ...
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Episode 18
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56:01
The Story of Chauffeur Driven (and a preview of CD/NLA Vegas 2025) with Chris Weiss
Hear the story behind the industry-leading publication, Chauffeur Driven and preview the upcoming CD/NLA show in Vegas between 2/23 and 2/26. In this episode, Ken and James sit down with Chris Weiss, President and Publisher of Chauffeur Driven....
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Episode 17
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1:14:09
Turning a Taxi Business into a Mini Bus Empire, with Jess Sandhu
Discover how a family transportation business transformed its fleet for profitability and sustainability.In this episode, Ken and James explore how Jess Sandhu and his family strategically shifted their business from limousines to schoo...
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Episode 16
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51:44
Robo-Taxis & Regulations: Predictions on The Future of Transportation, with Matthew W. Daus
In this episode, Kenneth Lucci dives deep into the evolving landscape of transportation with the esteemed Matthew W. Daus, who brings a wealth of experience in transportation regulation, law, and autonomous vehicle technology. Learn about the e...
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Episode 15
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1:12:15
From Real Estate to Limousines: Diane Forgy's Path to a $6 Million Company
How can a small family-run limousine business skyrocket to multi-million dollar success?In this episode, Ken Lucci sits down with Diane Forgy, President of Wheatland Enterprises to discuss her transformative journey in the ground transp...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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50:44
Video Marketing for Chauffeured Transportation Companies, with Sam Emam
Unlock the potential of video marketing for your ground transportation business without breaking the bank.In this episode, Ken and James sit down with Sam Emam, Co-Founder at Special 1 Media ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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47:40
The Customer Experience: From the First Phone Call to the Final Thank You, with Bruce Heinrich
Discover the secrets behind delivering an exceptional customer experience in the luxury transportation industry. In this episode, Ken and James welcome back Bruce Heinrich, Founder and CEO of LEADER Worldwide Chauffeur Services and PAX Training...
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Episode 12
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50:50
Step Out of the Driver’s Seat: How to Scale Beyond 1-2 Vehicles
Build a thriving transportation business that keeps moving forward when you get out from behind the wheel. In this episode, Ken and James share essential strategies for scaling beyond 1-2 vehicles to becoming a successful business owner in the ...
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Episode 11
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1:01:27
Why Join a State Association? Insights from Industry Leader Mike Rose
Join us in exploring the immense value of state association involvement and its transformational impact on the limousine and ground transportation industry. In this episode, Ken and James welcome
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Episode 10
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51:03
The Profit Equation: What Does the Perfect Chauffeur Company Look Like?
Growth for the sake of growth is the ideology of the cancer cell. For a chauffeured transportation company, it should be growth for the sake of profit. In this episode, Ken and James dive deep into the economic framework...
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Episode 9
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45:43
The Door-to-Door Experience: Corporate Travel Trends and Technology, with Susan Lichtenstein
It’s no longer air vs ground transportation. It’s all one experience from the minute the passenger steps out their door to the minute they arrive back.In this episode, Ken and James sit down with
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Episode 8
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55:36