From Cutco Sales to a Nine Figure Exit, Will Jenkins Journey to Success

Beyond Fulfillment Podcast

Today on the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast, we dive deep into the world of logistics and entrepreneurship with our guest, Will Jenkins. As the CEO and founder of Journey, Will has a remarkable backstory that took him from selling Cutco knives straight out of high school to co-founding the multi-million dollar freight brokerage firm, MoLo Solutions.

Join us as we explore Will's journey through the world of logistics — from his early days in B2B sales with Kimberly Clark Professional to his influential role at Coyote and the eventual founding and rapid growth of MoLo Solutions. You'll hear fascinating insights on leadership, resilience, and the strategic decisions that led to MoLo's $235 million acquisition by ArcBest, just four years after its inception.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with lessons on entrepreneurship, scalability, and the power of believing in your vision. Whether you're in logistics or any other industry, you won't want to miss Will Jenkins' incredible story and the valuable insights he shares. Let's get started!

Connect with Will on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willjenkinswcj/

Learn more about Journey here: https://www.journeydelivers.com/

Learn more about EZDC 3PL here: www.ezdc3pl.com

Takeaways:

• Will Jenkins transitioned from a potential medical career to founding a successful logistics company after discovering his passion for sales.
• His early experiences with Cutco taught him valuable skills that propelled him into entrepreneurship and sales leadership roles.
• Molo Solutions achieved significant growth, including a $235 million acquisition, within just four years of its founding.
• During the COVID-19 pandemic, Will's commitment to customer service helped maintain relationships and foster new opportunities despite market challenges.
• The key to scaling a business lies in creating a solid foundation and maintaining core values as the company grows.
• After leaving Molo, Will founded Journey, focusing on recruitment and training within the logistics industry, emphasizing the importance of quality in all aspects.

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