In Crisis? Bridge the Gap!
Dr. Stephen Roop, CEO of Freight Shuttle Xpress
10 min
10 min
Discover how Dr. Stephen Roop (CEO of FSX) is bridging the gap in the transportation crisis, why he said it’s a red flag when someone says “trust me”, and when he realized he had a leadership blind spot (10 minutes).
CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: Dr. Stephen Roop.
Dr. Roop is the originator and designer of the Freight Shuttle system and the CEO of Freight Shuttle Xpress (FSX). Beginning in 2005, his work on the FSX focused on developing an approach to goods movement that would enhance this critical industry and overcome the growing challenges associated with rising costs, driver shortages, roadway congestion, infrastructure deterioration, safety, and air quality.
With more than 25 years in freight transportation systems and operations research, Dr. Roop’s expertise in rail and trucking led to the innovative solution of introducing an entirely new mode of automated, intermodal freight systems.
In addition, Dr. Roop holds 17 patents associated with the FSS, awarded in 12 countries.
For more information about Dr. Stephen Roop and Freight Shuttle Xpress; https://www.freightshuttle.com/
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CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps.
Birgit was speaking five languages by the age of 10, and lived in five countries with her Dutch parents prior to becoming an American citizen. Birgit’s professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. In addition, Birgit is the President of Hire Universe LLC, and the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized by Spotify for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%; https://www.ceoblindspots.com/