Meet the Nations Top Freight Instructors
Freight broker instructors with real-world brokerage experience
Over 40 years Teaching Freight Brokers
How To Succeed!
David G Dwinell
Founder/Expert/Retired Staff
Introduction:
Meet David G. Dwinell, a highly respected and renowned figure in the transportation industry. With over 40 years of expertise in the field, David has made significant contributions to the industry through his innovative approaches and dedication to enhancing the efficiency and safety of transportation operations. As the owner and retired staff of LoadTraining and various freight brokerages, David has left an indelible mark on the industry.
A Visionary in Transportation:
Throughout his career, David Dwinell has been a visionary, constantly seeking ways to improve the transportation landscape. His extensive knowledge and experience have paved the way for the development of many brokerages in the U.S. By leveraging his expertise, David has revolutionized the way shippers select motor carriers, resulting in significant savings for businesses across the industry.
David G. Dwinell’s contributions to the transportation industry have been remarkable. His wealth of experience, innovative thinking, and commitment to safety and quality have shaped how businesses approach transportation logistics. Through his groundbreaking motor carrier vetting techniques and dedication to eliminating double brokering problems, David has revolutionized the industry and left a lasting impact on shippers and carriers alike.
As an esteemed figure in transportation, David G. Dwinell’s expertise and insights continue to inspire and drive positive change in the field. His legacy as a pioneer in transportation will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the industry for years.
Joel Petersen
Director of Business Development
Instructor
Branding / Marketing / Sales
LoadTraining Associate since 2007
Joel Petersen is an accomplished professional with a successful background in business development, sales, marketing, and freight broker training. With almost 20 years of experience in the logistics and transportation industry, Joel has established himself as a main industry player in pushing business growth and developing client relations.
His journey started in sales where he quickly climbed the corporate ladder working with fortune 500 Companies developing new programs as a project manager. His ability to identify market openings and opportunities helped him to exceed sales goals and create further business growth.
As Joel continued to find success in his sales career, his true passion of Business Development began to come into focus. Joel used his talent of innovative ideas and analytical thinking to earn recognition for creating results driven strategies that dominated historical ideas and sales.
Joel’s unique campaigns and digital marketing strategies significantly increased brand awareness and market visibility. Using some of the most popular digital tools and platforms for brand building, he helped many of the companies he represented successfully create a brand image and name that is recognized by their industry users still today.
As a freight broker trainer, Joel has shared his decades of knowledge and experience with those just getting started in the field. His in-depth, logical and comprehensive way of teaching has helped hundreds of individuals to excel in starting their own freight brokerage or freight agency.
Joel Petersen is among the few professionals within the Freight Brokering industry that stand out as true expert in starting and scaling new freight brokerages. He not only remains committed to his clients continued growth, but his own professional growth also.
As Head of Administrative Services for Loadtraining, I ensure that our administrative operations run efficiently while providing students with a seamless and supportive experience. My role bridges organizational management with student relations, making sure every interaction—from registration to classroom support—reflects our commitment to student success.
I lead administrative teams, coordinate closely with instructors, and oversee the registration process to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and personalized service for each student. By aligning administrative functions with the needs of our learners, I help create a welcoming and organized environment that supports their educational journey.
In addition to managing student services, I play an active role in strategic planning and oversee departmental budgets, applying strong financial and operational management skills to ensure resources are allocated effectively. My focus is always on maintaining operational excellence while keeping students at the center of everything we do at Loadtraining.
Elaina Petersen
Administrative Services
Instructor