Ground Transportation Podcast
Episodes
How James Limousine Grew to $4M ARR (Then Sold Successfully)
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textGrowing a ground transportation company is hard. Growing one that buyers actually want is even harder.In this episode of the Ground Tran...
Where The Transportation Industry Is Headed in 2026
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe transportation industry is at an inflection point — and operators who fail to adapt may not survive the next phase.In this episode...
2025 Year in Review: The Conversations Shaping Ground Transportation
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this holiday year-in-review special, Ken Lucci and James Blain reflect on the conversations, guests, and industry moments that made t...
Fleet Insurance Rates Up 17%: The REAL Reasons Operators Are Paying More...
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textInsurance remains one of the most challenging and frustrating realities facing ground transportation operators today. Even companies wit...
Robot Drivers: Safer Than Humans… or Total Chaos?
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAutonomous vehicles promised safer roads, fewer accidents, and a seamless future — but the real-world footage tells a very different s...
SBA Secrets for Operators: Funding, Readiness, and What Lenders Really Look For, with Natalie Beane
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, Ken and James sit down with Natalie Beane, an SBA and business-lending expert who helps small and mid-sized companies s...
Proactive Operators Win: Safety, Business Development & Financial Planning
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, James and Ken break down one of the most critical—and most overlooked—skills in the ground transportation industry:...
Unbreakable Path: A Story of Loss, Resilience, and the Pursuit of Greatness, with Charlie Horky
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOrder the book today: https://www.amazon.com/Unbreakable-Path-Resilience-Pursuit-Greatness/dp/1967424373/Industry legend Charlie Horky r...
The Kayak of Rideshare: Exploring Obi's Price Aggregation with CEO Ashwini Anburajan
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if booking a ride could be as simple—and transparent—as booking a flight?That question inspired Obi, the world’s first true r...
2025 Industry Events Recap: Insights, Trends and Takeaways From the Road
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAfter a whirlwind season of industry events — from the Chauffeur Driven/NLA Show in Dallas, GBTA, IATR, CBA and more...Ken Lucci and J...
Why Your Insurance Costs Keep Rising (And What You Can Actually Do About It)
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textFor 14 straight years, commercial auto insurance has been unprofitable — and for operators, premiums keep climbing with no end in sigh...
Watch Your Six! How To Handle Chaos On The Road
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textReact to the videos along with us on our YouTube pageJoin James and Ken as they explore the chaos of unpredictable driving scenarios in ...
There’s No 'I' In Team: How To Work On (Not In) Your Business, With Steve Firestone
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you leading with a vision and strategy?In this episode, Ken Lucci sits down with Steve Firestone, founder of Firestone Strategies Gr...
None Of Us Are Smarter Than All Of Us: Building a Collaborative Culture, With Dr. Umut Aslan
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Ground Transformation Podcast, James Blain sits down with Dr. Umut Aslan from the Growth and Success Institute. T...
A Thorn Between Two Roses: Recapping a Legacy of Growth and Expansion, With Mike & Tim Rose
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWho says you shouldn't mix family and business?In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci sits down with indus...
Safety First: The Alligator Closest to the Boat, With Matt Maglio
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhich alligator do you need to worry about? The one closest to the boat.In this episode, James sits down with Matt Maglio, Regional Vice...
Networking, Mentorship, and a Preview of CD/NLA Dallas 2025, with Chris Weiss
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textChris Weiss, President & Publisher of Chauffeur Driven Magazine, returns for another episode!In this episode, James, Ken, and Chris ...
Retire Rich: Long-Term Business Success Starts With a Financial Roadmap, with Phil Shetsen
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPlan for your exit the right way.In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci sits down with Phil Shetsen, President ...
Tech on Wheels: Elevating the Service Experience with Technology, with Dr. Vojkan Tasic
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to another exciting episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast. Host James Blain discusses the future of the global chauffeur ...
Life After Limo: From Operator to EOS Implementer, with Mike Zappone
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textGet a grip on your transportation business with EOS.In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci introduces EOS profe...
The Real Cost of DIY: Don't Strangle Your Growth Potential
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDo you find yourself working *in* the business, and not *on* the business?Ever feel like you're wearing too many hats?You may be su...
Appetite for Disruption: A Deep-Dive into AV Market Trends with Ken Lucci
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWho are the biggest players in the autonomous vehicle (AV) market? Let's find out.In this exciting episode of the Ground Transporta...
The Last Butlers: Redefining Executive Car Services with Paul Walsh
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Ground Transformation Podcast, James hosts Paul from Superior Executive Transportation, based in Virginia Beach, ...
Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Trends: Are Chauffeurs DOOMED?
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textRobo-taxis going mainstream may happen sooner than you think...In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken and James discu...
Driving the Future: Embracing Automation and AI with Magiis CEO Leonardo Gannio
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOn this exciting edition of the Ground Transportation Podcast host, Ken Lucci, digs into the future of the chauffeur transportation indu...
Building Excellence: How Successful Transportation Leaders Shape Culture and Brand
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this special episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, we take a journey through some moments from past episodes about the impact...
The Uber Dream: What You Make Isn't What You Keep
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the hosts, and are based on publicly available information and...
Selling Value: Understanding Client Needs and Commanding Premium Prices, with Julie Thomas
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, host Ken Lucci from Driving Transactions sits down with sales industry icon Julie ...
Mastering Airport Transfers: How to Unlock Revenue by Cultivating Airline Client Loyalty
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, James Blain and Ken Lucci discuss the crucial role airport transfers play in the c...
Beyond the Bus: Phelps Hope on Leading Through People-Centric Innovation at IMG
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, James Blain talks with Phelps Hopes, the President of the International Motor Coac...
Diversifying and Thriving in Motorcoach: Joey Mills on Transforming Olympus Car & Coach
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Joey Mills, CEO of Olympus Car & Coach join James and Ken to share his journey...
Stop Chasing Volume: How to Preserve Your Brand Reputation and Profit Growth
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, James Blain and Ken Lucci explore the pitfalls of chasing volume in the transporta...
Charting a New Course: Exploring the Future of Motorcoach with Michelle Petelicki
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOn this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Michelle Petelicki, Board Member of the UMA and President of Panorama Tours, Inc. ...
Create-A-Card: A Legacy of Transportation Company Branding and Marketing
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Crown Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci and James Blain are joined by Arthur and Drew Messina from Create-A-Card....
Revolutionizing NEMT and the Transportation Landscape, with Dan Reid
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn more about The Transportation Alliance (TTA): https://www.thetransportationalliance.org/ Welcome to a special edition of the Grou...
7 Attributes of the Most Sellable Transportation Companies
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this solo episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken dives deep into the myths and misconceptions surrounding the valuation an...
Breaking Into Motorcoach: Vehicle Trends, Financing, and More with Eric Coolbaugh
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast, Ken Lucci and James Blain chat with Eric Coolbaugh from Advantage Remarketing, dis...
Pricing Strategy: Understanding Cost Structures and Value to Your Clients
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn more about the Driving Financial Success Program:https://drivingtransactions.com/programs-courses/driving-financial-success/In thi...
Rock N’ Roll Pioneer: Charlie Horky’s Epic Journey in Ground Transportation
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this podcast episode, hosts Ken Lucci and James Blain interview Charlie Horky, the legendary founder of Slade Services, who shares hi...
Distracted Driving: The Impact on Passenger Safety, Insurance Costs, and Your Bottom Line
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn more about proactive driver training programs today: https://paxtraining.com/In this episode of the Ground Transportation Podcast,...
Affiliate Relationships: Growing Networks and Building Trust in Luxury Transportation, with Paul Pasternak
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Ground Transformation Podcast, James Blain and Ken Lucci interview Paul Pasternak, the Director of Affiliate Rela...
Mergers and Acquisitions: How to Prepare Your Transportation Business for Sale
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat does it take to sell (or buy) a passenger transportation business? In this episode, Ken and James explore why M&A activity is ...
Day on the Hill in DC: Meet With Senators and Make Your Voice Heard, with Brett Barenholtz
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textRegister 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 ...
Expanding Into Motor Coach: Safety, Compliance, Technology and More, with Tom Holden
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThinking about going into the Motor Coach space? Do your homework first...In this episode, Ken Lucci welcomes Tom Holden, a DOT and safe...
Road Warriors Return: A Recap of CD/NLA in Vegas and UMA Motorcoach EXPO in OKC
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat’s the latest buzz in the transportation industry?After weeks on the road attending industry conferences, James and Ken return to ...
Proactive Driver Training: Why You Can't Scale Without Documentation and Systems
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIs documentation the missing link in your ground transportation business's journey to scaling? In this episode, Ken and James expl...
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22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text🚨 Get Featured on The Ground Transportation Podcast! 🚨Want free exposure for your passenger transportation company on The Ground T...
Global Expansion and Quality Service: Commonwealth Worldwide's Road to Success
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUnlock the secrets behind building a global ground transportation business with industry veterans Tami and Dawson Rutter from Commonweal...
Driving Sustainability: Tiffany Hinton's Influence on the Future of Ground Transportation
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCan transportation companies become leaders in environmental sustainability?Motev is a prime example. In this episode, Ken and James sit...
The RAISE UP Mindset: Athena Grimm’s Blueprint for Business and Personal Growth
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow can your transportation business raise up your community, your team, or even yourself? Hear the fascinating journey of Athena Grimm...
The 5 Pivots: How Maurice Brewster Built Mosaic Global Transportation from Scratch
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered what it takes to transform a single vehicle business into a multimillion-dollar transportation empire?In this episode, Ken...
Mastering Customer Service in Chauffeured Transportation: Insights from Tom Halsnik
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, James Blain sits down for a candid one-on-one conversation with Tom Halsnik from Walsh Chauffeured Transportation. They...
The Story of Chauffeur Driven (and a preview of CD/NLA Vegas 2025) with Chris Weiss
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHear the story behind the industry-leading publication, Chauffeur Driven and preview the upcoming CD/NLA show in Vegas between 2/23 and ...
Turning a Taxi Business into a Mini Bus Empire, with Jess Sandhu
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDiscover how a family transportation business transformed its fleet for profitability and sustainability.In this episode, Ken and James ...
Robo-Taxis & Regulations: Predictions on The Future of Transportation, with Matthew W. Daus
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, Kenneth Lucci dives deep into the evolving landscape of transportation with the esteemed Matthew W. Daus, who brings a ...
From Real Estate to Limousines: Diane Forgy's Path to a $6 Million Company
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow can a small family-run limousine business skyrocket to multi-million dollar success?In this episode, Ken Lucci sits down with Diane ...
Video Marketing for Chauffeured Transportation Companies, with Sam Emam
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUnlock the potential of video marketing for your ground transportation business without breaking the bank.In this episode, Ken and James...
The Customer Experience: From the First Phone Call to the Final Thank You, with Bruce Heinrich
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDiscover the secrets behind delivering an exceptional customer experience in the luxury transportation industry. In this episode, Ken an...
Step Out of the Driver’s Seat: How to Scale Beyond 1-2 Vehicles
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBuild a thriving transportation business that keeps moving forward when you get out from behind the wheel. In this episode, Ken and Jame...
Why Join a State Association? Insights from Industry Leader Mike Rose
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin us in exploring the immense value of state association involvement and its transformational impact on the limousine and ground tran...
The Profit Equation: What Does the Perfect Chauffeur Company Look Like?
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textGrowth for the sake of growth is the ideology of the cancer cell. For a chauffeured transportation company, it should be growth for the...
The Door-to-Door Experience: Corporate Travel Trends and Technology, with Susan Lichtenstein
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIt’s no longer air vs ground transportation. It’s all one experience from the minute the passenger steps out their door to the minut...
Is the Luxury Service Experience On Life Support?
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textA majority of corporate travelers believe customer service in the industry has drastically declined.In this episode, Ken and James explo...
Proactive Ways to Manage Rising Insurance Costs, with Mike Marroccoli
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDon’t let skyrocketing insurance rates break your business.In this episode, Ken and James sit down with Mike Marroccoli, Principal at ...
2024 CD/NLA Show Recap: Navigating Industry Challenges and Opportunities
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textExperience the evolving landscape of the ground transportation industry.In this episode, Ken and James recap their experience at the 202...
Rethinking Rideshare: How InDrive is Poised to Take On Industry Giants, with Adam Warner
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow can chauffeured transportation businesses compete with rideshare giants Uber and Lyft?Strap in as Ken and James explore how inDrive ...
From Taxis to Limousines: Insights From Brett Barenholtz and the Benefits of Association Involvement
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, Ken and James are joined by Brett Barenholtz, CEO of Above All Transportation and President of the National Limousine A...
Lessons in Luxury: Bruce Heinrich’s Guide to Chauffeur Excellence
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDo you have what it takes to build a luxury transportation service brand?In this episode, Ken and James sit down with Bruce Heinrich to ...
The Inflection Point: Expanding or Surviving in Chauffeur Transportation
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe transformation in ground transportation is happening faster than you think—what will set you apart in a fiercely competitive indus...