Key Up New York
by Trucking Association of New York
Official podcast of the Trucking Association of New York
Podcast episodes
Season 2
Episode 1 - Inside Trucking
In this episode, join TANY Director of Metro Region Operations, Zach Miller, and Shay Legacy Foundation Manager, Steve Bobarakis, as they delve into the foundation’s impactful mission and innovative programs. The Shay Legacy Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, plays a crucial role in supporting TANY’s philanthropic efforts, focusing on a wide range of career paths within the trucking industry. Discover how the foundation is working to engage younger individuals by offering diverse opportunities in trucking, from mechanics and sales to marketing and accounting. One of the standout initiatives is the Inside Trucking program, which utilizes a state-of-the-art trucking simulator to provide hands-on driving experience. Tune in to learn more about how the Shay Legacy Foundation is making strides in workforce development and shaping the future of trucking and how member companies can get involved.
Season 1
Episode 12 - FOCUS on Safety
TANY Director of Metro Region Operations Zach Miller hosts Peter Goldwasser, Executive Director of Together for Safer Roads to discuss TANY’s newest safety program. FOCUS is designed to assist carriers build a strong culture of safety in their organizations through executive coaching and peer groups.
Episode 11 - Safety First!
Host Kendra Hems is joined by Kate Kennett, TANY’s Vice President, to discuss the annual Truck Safety & Education Symposium. They share key information coming out of the 2024 event, which was held in April, including an overview of the association’s annual Fleet Safety Awards. Onsite interviews at the Symposium are also included, with Steve Erwin, Transportation Manager with Clinton’s Ditch Co-op, Inc. and Jonathan Nicastro, Director of Motor Carrier Compliance with the NYS Department of Transportation.
Episode 10 - The Voice of the Industry
Hosts Kendra Hems and Zach Miller are joined by Andrew Boyle, Chairman of the American Trucking Associations (ATA), the largest national trade association for the trucking industry. They discuss the state of trucking and the challenges facing the industry as it moves into the future.
