Steve Zambo, CEO and founder of AGL, shares his background and journey in the freight industry. He grew up in a logistics household and interned at a freight forwarding company before exploring other industries like marketing and telecom. Eventually, he decided to start his own company and moved to Los Angeles to open a branch for an IT recruiting organization. During this time, he learned the importance of effective communication and building relationships. He successfully grew the branch from zero to a million dollars in gross profit by selling to major companies like Disney and Paramount. Steve shares his experience of starting and growing AGL, a logistics company, and navigating challenges such as bankruptcies and the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of founder-led sales and the need to continuously generate revenue to sustain and scale a business. Steve discusses the expansion of AGL's services, including domestic brokerage and customs brokerage, to provide a comprehensive supply chain solution for clients. He also highlights the value of building a strong team and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Steve's future ambitions include scaling AGL and making a positive impact through charitable donations.
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Steve Zambo, CEO and founder of AGL, shares his background and journey in the freight industry. He grew up in a logistics household and interned at a freight forwarding company before exploring other industries like marketing and telecom. Eventually, he decided to start his own company and moved to Los Angeles to open a branch for an IT recruiting organization. During this time, he learned the importance of effective communication and building relationships. He successfully grew the branch from zero to a million dollars in gross profit by selling to major companies like Disney and Paramount. Steve shares his experience of starting and growing AGL, a logistics company, and navigating challenges such as bankruptcies and the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of founder-led sales and the need to continuously generate revenue to sustain and scale a business. Steve discusses the expansion of AGL's services, including domestic brokerage and customs brokerage, to provide a comprehensive supply chain solution for clients. He also highlights the value of building a strong team and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Steve's future ambitions include scaling AGL and making a positive impact through charitable donations.
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