May 28, 2025
In "TIA Unpacks Freight: Tariffs, Trust, and the Fight Against Fraud," Joe Lynch and Chris Burroughs, President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), dive into key industry topics.
About Chris Burroughs
Chris Burroughs is the President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), a position he assumed in November 2024. With over 14 years at TIA, he previously served as Vice President of Government Affairs, overseeing legislative and regulatory efforts before Congress and federal agencies. Before joining TIA, Burroughs gained valuable experience on Capitol Hill, working for the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee and the House Natural Resources Committee. He also served as Director of Government Affairs at the Twenty-First Century Group, advocating for clients in transportation, telecommunications, health care, and defense. Burroughs holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.
About TIA
The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) is the professional organization of the $343 billion third-party logistics industry. TIA is the only organization exclusively representing transportation intermediaries of all disciplines doing business in domestic and international commerce. TIA is the voice of transportation intermediaries to shippers, carriers, government officials, and international organizations. Learn more about TIA at www.tianet.org
Key Takeaways: TIA Unpacks Freight: Tariffs, Trust, and the Fight Against Fraud
- In "TIA Unpacks Freight: Tariffs, Trust, and the Fight Against Fraud," Joe Lynch and Chris Burroughs, President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), dive into key industry topics.
- Navigating a Slow Market: An in-depth look at the current state of the over-the-road freight market, and how new tariffs are contributing to ongoing uncertainty and slowness.
- Post-COVID Market Dynamics: A discussion on the lingering impact of the pandemic on freight volumes and market conditions.
- The Fight Against Freight Fraud: Discover how TIA is actively advocating with congressmen to combat pervasive freight fraud within the industry.
- Challenging FMCSA's Proposed Rule: Insights into TIA's efforts to oppose the FMCSA's proposed rule, which seeks to mandate brokers provide records and rates to carriers.
- TIA's Essential Role: Understanding the critical importance of the Transportation Intermediaries Association in supporting and ensuring the success of its members.
- Advocacy in Washington: How TIA champions the interests of the logistics industry on Capitol Hill, influencing policy and regulations
- Protecting Broker Interests: Learn about the specific concerns TIA has regarding the potential burden and implications of the proposed FMCSA rule on brokers.
- Industry Leadership and Support: Highlighting TIA's commitment to providing resources and a unified voice for the third-party logistics sector.
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