The Journey Podcast

Will Jenkins and Justin Turner, Black History Month Edition 2026

Episode Summary

What does Black History Month mean inside corporate America? In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Will Jenkins and Justin Turner share personal stories about growing up in the South, navigating executive leadership roles, and building careers in the logistics industry as Black professionals. They discuss: • The importance of representation in corporate leadership • Why diversity in logistics still needs work • The role of mentorship in creating opportunity • Resilience, family values, and preparation • How the freight industry can attract more diverse talent This is a conversation about progress, responsibility, and building real pathways for the next generation. If you care about leadership, representation, mentorship, diversity in logistics, or corporate culture, this episode is for you. Subscribe for more conversations on recruiting, training, leadership, and growth in the logistics industry.

Episode Notes

SUMMARY:

What does Black History Month mean inside corporate America?

In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Will Jenkins and Justin Turner share personal stories about growing up in the South, navigating executive leadership roles, and building careers in the logistics industry as Black professionals.

They discuss:

• The importance of representation in corporate leadership
• Why diversity in logistics still needs work
• The role of mentorship in creating opportunity
• Resilience, family values, and preparation
• How the freight industry can attract more diverse talent

This is a conversation about progress, responsibility, and building real pathways for the next generation.

If you care about leadership, representation, mentorship, diversity in logistics, or corporate culture, this episode is for you.

TAKEAWAYS: 

• Black History Month is about reflection, leadership, and responsibility 
• Representation in executive roles changes career visibility
• Mentorship creates opportunity in corporate spaces
• Diversity challenges in logistics require intentional action
• Success in corporate America requires preparation and resilience
• Family and upbringing shape leadership mindset
• The freight industry must market itself better to attract diverse professionals
• Setting an example for the next generation matters 

CHAPTERS: 

00:00 Introduction | Leadership in Logistics 

00:31 Black History Month Reflection

01:55 Growing Up in the South 

04:30 Representation in Executive Roles 

06:01 Breaking Stereotypes in Corporate America 

09:06 Navigating Logistics as Black Professionals

12:27 Family Values & Leadership Foundations 

19:29 Understanding the Corporate Game 

23:03 Diversity Challenges in the Freight Industry 

28:28 Mentorship & Creating Opportunity