Company Stats

• Capital Raised: $12.3 Million
• Employees: 100+
• Founded: December 2012

Episode Highlights

✅ Kathryn emphasizes that building a positive, transparent company culture is key to long-term success and employee retention.

✅ Iteration is now part of the DNA at Work Truck Solutions, driving constant innovation and improvement within the company.

✅ The commercial vehicle ecosystem, from upfitters to dealerships, requires specialized understanding to serve its unique customer needs.

Episode Summary

In this episode, Kathryn Schifferle, founder of Work Truck Solutions, shares her insights on building a successful business in the commercial vehicle space. Since its launch in 2012, the company has raised $12.3 million and grown to nearly 100 employees. Kathryn discusses the importance of cultivating a positive company culture, something she has emphasized throughout her career as a serial entrepreneur. She highlights the need for transparency, collaboration, and the ability to iterate and learn from mistakes as core values that have helped Work Truck Solutions thrive.

Kathryn also dives into the nuances of serving the commercial vehicle ecosystem, where customer needs differ from typical consumer markets. From upfitters to dealerships, the company focuses on providing tailored solutions that meet the specific requirements of commercial buyers, ensuring businesses can find the vehicles that best fit their operational needs.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:17 Company Stats

00:55 Building Company Culture

03:06 Challenges and Iterations

07:30 Tools and Technology

09:54 Target Audience and Clients

12:14 Connect with Work Truck Solutions

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