In Episode 14 of The Miles and Mentors Podcast, Alex Powers sits down with Kameel Gaines, CEO of Rig on Wheels, a recruitment and retention agency in the trucking industry. Kameel shares her remarkable journey, from starting her business solo to building a diverse, inclusive team dedicated to matching drivers with the right companies. She reflects on the early days, including the sacrifices made to keep her business thriving, and delves into the crucial topics of driver recruitment, retention, and diversity initiatives that elevate the trucking industry.

Throughout the episode, Kameel offers valuable insights on how she navigated the challenges of growing a business, the importance of matching the right drivers to the right companies, and why diversity and inclusion are essential for industry growth. This episode is filled with actionable advice and inspiration for drivers, recruiters, and anyone interested in making a lasting impact within the trucking and logistics space.

Episode Timestamps:
01:00 – Introduction to Kameel Gaines and Rig on Wheels
04:15 – What brought Kameel to the trucking industry
07:30 – Overcoming challenges as a solo entrepreneur
12:45 – The importance of building the right team
16:20 – Matching drivers to company culture for long-term success
22:05 – Kameel’s perspective on diversity, equity, and inclusion in trucking
28:45 – The impact of mentorship on driver retention
32:10 – Advice for new drivers on building a sustainable career
36:00 – Kameel’s approach to mentorship and the value of community

Guest Contact Info: Kameel Gaines
Rig on Wheels

Phone: (281) 968-3100
Website: https://www.rigonwheels.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kameel-gaines-rig-on-wheels/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels

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