In this episode of the Refit podcast, Kyle Killian speaks with Chris Brewer, the founder of River City Logistics, about the real challenges of leadership and entrepreneurship. Chris shares his journey from starting a logistics company to making tough decisions, including firing a close friend for the greater good of the organization. He discusses the importance of listening to team dynamics, the emotional costs of leadership, and the lessons learned from risky decisions. The conversation also touches on the significance of company culture, the impact of key hires, and the challenges of navigating personal and professional growth in a fast-paced business environment.

Chris founded River City Logistics in 2018, bringing a diverse background in transportation to the company. A graduate from Clarke University in 2013. Chris has held key roles in the industry including Fleet Manager, West Coast Operations Manager, and Sales Executive before starting RCL. Under his leadership, River City Logistics has grown into one of the most trusted transportation partners in the country, offering dedicated transportation solutions, warehousing and distribution and domestic truckload brokerage capacity. His leadership is shaped by hands-on experience across multiple facets of logistics.

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-brewer-88710a52/

Chris Brewer | President/CEO
River City Logistics | rclogistics.com
O: 563-227-8987 | C: 563-663-5645
Dubuque, IA

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