Third-Party Logistics (3PL) industry trade group the Transportation Brokers Association (TIA) has launched a certification program designed to equip up-and-coming freight brokerage managers with the leadership skills and business acumen needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving supply chain landscape.
The Freight Leadership Lab will begin in April 2026 at TIA’s Capital Ideas Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, before continuing with virtual and in-person modules throughout the year.
Through six interactive modules, participants will learn strategies specifically designed for the freight brokerage industry, including: team leadership, financial management, problem solving, building an ethical culture, persuasive communication, and high performance coaching.
The program features instruction from experienced industry experts, including Eileen Dabrowski (Apex Tide Consulting), Alex Fritz (CFO, NT Logistics), Daniel Ilg (President, Ilg Logistics), Mike Riccio (More Than Miles Consulting), David Appel (President, AM Transport Services), Georgette Hunter-Franklin (Director of Learning and Development, MODE Global), and instructor Jim Kenny, Ph.D.
“Leadership is not just about managing freight. It’s about building teams, making smart decisions, and setting a vision that drives results,” Chris Burroughs, president and CEO of TIA, said in a statement. “The Shipping Leadership Lab is a unique opportunity for mid-level managers to grow into the leaders our industry needs for the future.”
