On Sept. 19, DOT published a Federal Register notice issuing a Request for Information (RFI), calling on carriers, shippers, warehouse operators, law enforcement, insurers, and other freight stakeholders to weigh in. Comments are due Oct. 20, so take the time, and help the industry fight back against this growing threat.

Join James Kenny, PhD, for Coaching the Coach, and learn all the pitfalls and problems a sales team might face – and how to overcome them. You’ll enhance your understanding of objection handling, commitment building, negotiation strategies, and customer service through engaging in discussions, Socratic questions, and practical exercises. Whether you’re a sales coach, a rookie, or a seasoned veteran, this SPRINT course will equip you with the tools to succeed. Are you ready to ace the ultimate sales challenge?   

Sometimes it’s nice to have a place to talk about what matters to your industry, or what’s going on in the world of freight brokering. That’s why TIA built an online community just for its members, TIA Connect.

If you haven’t made a profile yet, or haven’t visited in awhile, log in and see what’s happening. Any online community is only as strong as its users, and since we can’t always be at Capital Ideas Conference this is a great chance to keep those conversations going.

The Certified Transportation Broker (CTB) Program is not just another course—it’s the industry’s gold standard for broker certification. Recognized across the 3PL community as the highest credential a broker can earn, the CTB designation signals to carriers, customers, and colleagues that you possess the expertise, integrity, and professional commitment required to succeed at the highest levels. By completing this program, you demonstrate that you are not only prepared to navigate the complexities of today’s marketplace but also equipped to shape the future of transportation and logistics.

As freight fraud continues to run rampant, the TIA is constantly working to provide its members with resources and information to help spot and battle this epidemic. Whether you’ve been affected or just want to be prepared, check out our library of fraud resources. From tips and tricks to tools that help you advocate to lawmakers, we want you to have the tools to stay safe and successful. And don’t forget our Fraud Survey, the more answers, the better!

You can be involved in your district, you can organize site visits with representatives, and you can become a voice for the industry that you live every day. Visit the TIA website to learn more about the issues that impact the broker world each day and what we’re fighting for, and see how you can get involved. The TIA staff is working Washington, why not toss your hat in the ring and participate where you live?